Effervescent: works by Laura Alexander

A solo show will open November 5, 6-9 at the Ohio Art League Gallery. The work is curated by Somer Mager. We'll be offering up treats from Surly Girl Saloon. The show will run through November 30th. Visit www.oal.org for hours or how to become a member:) Hope to see you all there!

caw takes over the lindsay gallery!

this saturday caw: creative arts of women takes over the lindsay gallery in the short north for gallery hop! opening reception 6-9pm. 986 n. high st columbus, oh

i'm working on getting a website together...

until then here is some of my work, the work that is sold is marked as such. i aim to have a proper website with a cart by the end of the summer.

shows coming soon...

biggie smalls is july 11. it features very small work and really large scale work by local artists.


a large paper piece of mine (above) was juried into the state fair exhibition by juror rosemarie fiore. check out her work, it's amazing. photo by groovy doodle photography.
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cnote preview

some people have asked for a preview. i finally got it together. the photos aren't great, but here it is... pieces are etched glass approx 9"x16" on metal pegs. to reserve a piece email me, i'll let you know if it is still available. i will be in studio #128.
thanks for all your support!
see you at cnote: friday 6-10pm
saturday 12pm-12am
junctionview studios 889 williams ave grandview
www.cnoteartshow.com


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wallflower

plaid

lemony (detail above)

plus plus

wonderlust

Tiny Canary Nov 15-16 10am-6pm

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November 15-16, 2008
10am - 6pm each day

Junctionview Studios
Columbus, Ohio

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Inspired by the DIY craft movement we organized this event to celebrate independent designers and artists locally and nationally while supporting the spirit of the handmade community.

Tiny Canary, in its second year, is a modern arts and crafts market. We will be showcasing some of the finest designers and makers of everything from jewelry and handmade clothing, to original plush, home décor and body care products.

As a handmade alternative for the gift giving season, Tiny Canary is anticipated to attract thousands of holiday shoppers.

www.tinycanary.com

Agora is Oct 17 & 18

Agora is back at Junctionview Studios for its fifth installment. The preview is Oct. 17 5-10pm, Tickets $25. Agora is October 18 6-12am featuring a few hundred artists, food from local independent restaurants (rad dog, pattycake, brioso, etc.), and a night of (quieter than normal) performances for your viewing pleasure. Be sure to stop by studio #128 and say hi!

Independents' day: sept 20th!

Have you heard about Independents' Day? Check it out. September 20th on Gay and Pearl there is a huge event. Here's what is going down:

Street Market

Registration closes September 10
Are you an independent artist, crafter, business, or organization with something to sell or share? Sign up for our Street Market and set up shop in a 10' x 10' square for only $25. You'll have the best seat in the house for our outdoor performances and a chance to show all of Columbus what you do. Visit the Independents' Day website to learn more.

Music and Performance

We're inviting Columbus' most dedicated musicians and performers to take part in Independents' Day. Are you interested in performing? Email our performance coordinator to get the conversation started.

Interactive/Idea Convention

During the day, The Vault is transformed into a place where ideas are exhanged and collaborations are formed. Through presentations and conversations, Columbus' creative minds connect. To participate, visit the Independents' Day website.

Food and Drink

Calling all local restaurants, bakeries, and culinary experts! We want to showcase you at Independents' Day. Email us and we'll fill you in with the details.

Volunteers

Independents' Day is 100% volunteer run and organized. We'll need your help to accommodate the many exhibitors, performers, and attendees. Sign up as a Volunteer.

Lots of news and spring events!

I have recently joined the Couchfire Collective, a group of artists based out of JunctionView Studios that host community events, such as Agora and Treasure Swap. I am on the board of Franklinton Arts District and am helping plan the Urban Scrawl event. Spark will be returning sometime this summer, I'll be setting a date in the next week.

I will be showing at the Root Art Center in Mt. Vernon for the month of June with painter Jennifer Radcliffe. The opening will be during First Friday on the Square, June 6. I plan on having almost all new work.

Bike+Art=Show is this weekend! May 17th 1-7 followed by an after party at Sherman's in Franklinton with performances by Pirate and Marvin the Robot. The event will feature art, a bike show off/beauty contest judged by Zach Henkel, Brian Ghesquiere, and Mike Murtha, demos, local bike crafters, and a silent auction to benefit ConsiderBiking.
I'll have some of these prints in various colors and other fun stuff...

spark! for march is canceled.

spark! for March is canceled. Sorry for the short notice. Due to two deaths in my immediate family I cannot be available to organize Saturday's show. I apologize for any inconvenience but I must be with my family at this time.
Thank you and I hope to see everyone in April,
Laura Alexander
(organizer of spark!)

a few shows coming up...

i organize a monthly show, spark: a hang it yourself art free for all. the next show is feb 23rd. i'll hopefully have a few new pieces ready. www.sparkcolumbus.blogspot.com

also, march 7th and 8th is cnote. a show where all work is price pointed at $100. start your collection now. www.cnoteartshow.com

i'm working with meredith from considerbiking.org on organizing a funfilled art/bike event
may 17 @ junctionview studios, featuring a cruise in, crafters, bike organizations and information.

if you would like to be involved with either spark or the bike art show, let me know!

newer work that i forgot to post

new work.

one of a kind tshirt for ben.

bike design for nick.

call for entries

what: spark:a hang it yourself art free for all. you pick the work you want to show (please keep it in at least semi-decent taste as this is an all ages event).
when: November 24th. doors open @ 10 am for hanging on a first come first serve basis (if you don't want your work buried in a dark corner come early!) the show will start @6pm.
where: junctionview studios 889 williams ave grandview heights, oh 43212 www.junctionviewstudios.com
why: because columbus is the indie art capital of the world and we have to.
who: you and everyone you know.
more info: www.sparkcolumbus.blogspot.com

*the show flyers will be printed by monday and posted throughout town.
**i don't know who took this photo, i stole it off www.indieartcapital.com

agora III is october 13th!

AGORA III
Art. Music. Community.
Saturday, October 13th (Preview Friday, Oct 12)
Junctionview Studios (889 Williams Ave, Grandview Heights)
My work and i will be in studio #110 (down the hallway to the left of the bulletin board)
5pm-Midnight
Accepting submissions for art, music, volunteers, and sponsorship until Saturday, September 29th
go to www.agoracolumbus.com to participate or for more info.

Agora II was a huge success and bigger and better things are in store for the next one.