July through September at Piedmont Arts

Exhibits

Expressions 2021
On display May 22 – July 16, 2021 • Piedmont Arts
Admission Free

Expressions is an annual exhibition of work by artists from southern Virginia and the surrounding regions. This showcase of regional talent features an eclectic mix of work from more than 90 artists, including watercolor, oil and acrylic, 3D, mixed media and drawing.

Leaves of the Tree
July 31 – October 9, 2021 • Piedmont Arts
Admission Free

Artists Charlie Brouwer and Jennifer L. Hand collaborated to create this unique exhibition based on life-giving tree leaves. The title, Leaves of the Tree, has many connotations for both artists. Their individual and collaborative works have always shared a general concern for humanity's relationship with nature and frequently depict trees, leaves, landscapes and skies. The title also alludes to their familial relationship as father and daughter. The installation includes hundreds of life-size leaves sewn from donated fabric, suspended from the ceiling and surrounding a large wooden tree trunk form, which extends from the museum's lobby into the main galleries. 

Events

Franks + Dranks
Friday, July 9, 2021 • 6 pm • Gravely-Lester Art Garden
$20 Adult • $5 Under 12

Summer is heating up and it's the perfect time for a cook out. Luckily, Piedmont Arts has it covered with Franks + Dranks, a cook out-themed summer party. Enjoy music by DJ What, yard games, beer and wine, and hot dogs and fixins by Hylton's Wood Cooking Grill. Guests will be treated to food and lemonade free of charge, but should bring cash for the bar and a lawn chair or blanket for seating. No outside franks or dranks allowed. In case of rain, Franks + Dranks will be held at Piedmont Arts. Tickets available at Piedmont Arts and PiedmontArts.org.

Art at Happy Hour
Thursday, July 15, 2021 • 5 – 7 pm • Piedmont Arts
Admission Free

Enjoy happy hour with a self-guided tour of the museum's current exhibit, Expressions 2021. Complimentary drinks and light snacks provided by the Piedmont Arts Guild. RSVP to 276.632.3221 or PiedmontArts.org by Wednesday, July 14, 2021.

Opening Reception
Friday, July 30, 2021 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Piedmont Arts
Admission Free

Join Piedmont Arts for an opening reception in honor of the museum's new exhibit, Leaves of the Tree. Awards ceremony at 5:30 pm. Free and open to the public. Complimentary wine and light refreshments will be served. Music by Ann Nichols. RSVP required to 276.632.3221 or PiedmontArts.org by July 27, 2021. 

Sponsored by Lucy and Sergio Amato, Janice and Kelly Cain, Karen and David Jones, Donna and Richard Lawhon, Debbie and Ben Lewis, Ally and Joe Leizer, Nancy and Rob Spilman and Lynwood Artists

60th Anniversary Family Day
Saturday, August 28 • 10 am – 3 pm • Art Garden
Admission Free

Celebrate the museum's 60th anniversary with a fun Family Day for all ages. Enjoy crafts, face painting and caricatures, plus magic workshops and a performance by acrobat/juggler/magician Geoff Marsh. Marsh has performed his unique circus stunts and zany marionette puppet shows at schools, family festivals and Renaissance fairs all over the world. Complimentary refreshments. Food trucks available on-site.

Sponsored by VisitMartinsville, The Lester Group, Sovah, Blue Ridge Aquaculture, Service Roofing & Sheet Metal, Martinsville Eyecare, Virginia Mirror Co., Third Bay Cafe, ValleyStar, Whitescarver Engineering, Fidelity Bank, American National Bank & Trust, Richard and Pat Galos, Betty Lou and Ron Pigg, Dr. Edward Snyder, Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Blue Ridge Bank, Eliza Walmsley, Laurel Park Community Boosters, Quirk Design Build

Savory September: A Stroll Down Starling
Friday, September 10, 2021 • 6 pm • One Starling/PiedmontArts
$40 General Admission

Celebrate the museum's 60th anniversary at this progressive dinner on Martinsville's "museum mile." The event will take place at Piedmont Arts and One Starling. Piedmont Arts and One Starling were once the private homes of brothers Michael and Nicholas Schottland, founders of Virginia Mirror Company. Today, Piedmont Arts is a world-class art museum and One Starling is a fully-renovated bed and breakfast. Each location will feature live music, heavy hors d'oeuvres and tasty cocktails. Tickets at PiedmontArts.org.

Classes

Summer Art Camp: Grades 3–5
July 12 – 16, 2021 • 9 am – 12 pm each day • Piedmont Arts
$80 Member • $90 Non-member

Get crafty at this multi-day Art Camp for grades 3–5. Complete art projects, take tours of the galleries and have socially-distanced fun. Campers will explore a variety of artistic techniques, styles and materials. An art show will take place at the end of camp, showcasing campers’ work for their families to enjoy. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes. Advanced registration required. Limited availability. Call 276.632.3221 to register.

STEAM Camp: Grades 6–8
Monday, July 26, 2021 • 9 am – 3 pm each day • Piedmont Arts
$5 Member • $10 Non-member per class

STEAM Camps are single-day camps for students in grades 6–8. Camps are held in partnership with New College Institute and are led by an art teacher and STEM teacher to combine the science, math and engineering principles of STEM learning with the creative design aspects of the arts. Students will work collaboratively to create a beautiful and functional design to display at the museum. Each camp will focus on different projects, so students can attend both camps, or just one. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes. Advanced registration required. Tickets available at Piedmont Arts and PiedmontArts.org.

STEAM Camp: Grades 6–8
Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • 9 am – 3 pm each day • Piedmont Arts
$5 Member • $10 Non-member per class

STEAM Camps are single-day camps for students in grades 6–8. Camps are held in partnership with New College Institute and are led by an art teacher and STEM teacher to combine the science, math and engineering principles of STEM learning with the creative design aspects of the arts. Students will work collaboratively to create a beautiful and functional design to display at the museum. Each camp will focus on different projects, so students can attend both camps, or just one. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes. Advanced registration required. Tickets available at Piedmont Arts and PiedmontArts.org.

Chix with Stix
10:30 am – 12:30 pm • Piedmont ArtsFree to Members • $5 Non-members (pay at the door) per class

Knitters are invited to work together in the Piedmont Arts classroom. Sessions are self-guided and provide a space to socialize while creating. Bring your own supplies. Advanced registration required. Call 276.632.3221 to reserve your spot or email bjohnson@piedmontarts.org. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes.

Dates
July 6
July 27
August 10
August 24
September 14
September 28

Studio with Karen Despot
1:30 – 4:30 pm • Piedmont Arts
$30 Member • $35 Non-member per class

Need a little guidance on your artwork? Spend studio time working in acrylic, oil or colored pencil with artist Karen Despot and fellow students. Bring your own supplies. Advanced registration required. Social distancing and masks are required at all in-person classes. 

Dates
July 8
July 22

Kreate with Kolinski
Ages 18+ • Piedmont Arts
$30 Member • $35 Non-member per class

Explore the world of alcohol inks with instructor Rebecca Kolinski. Alcohol inks are created with large parts of alcohol mixed with high density color pigments that can be manipulated into a design by paint brush or by manual manipulation of the medium. With its blending properties as well as being a quick drying agent, alcohol ink is unlike any other medium and is one of the fastest emerging art trends and techniques in fluid painting. Bring a cover up to protect your clothes. Advanced registration required. Tickets available at Piedmont Arts and PiedmontArts.org.

Date: July 13
Time: 2 - 4pm
Subject: Specialized papers and tiles

Date: July 20
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Subject: Vases and plates

Date: August 10
Time: 2 – 4 pm
Subject: Vases and plates

Date: August 24
Time: 2 – 4 pm  
Subject: Jewelry

Date: August 31
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Subject: Jewelry