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Monday 11am - 5:30pm Tuesday 11am - 5:30pm Wednesday 11am - 5:30pm Thursday 11am - 5:30pm Friday 11am - 5:30pm Saturday 11am - 5:30pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

By Hand

We have artists represented in Ceramics, Jewelry, Fiber, Glass, 2D, Wood, Photography, 3D and Mixed Media.

By Hand is a local non-profit gallery in the Bloomington community selling premium artist-made works of art, design, and quality craftsmanship for over 45 years. By Hand is a local historic gallery of artisan members in operation for 45 years, now owned by the non-profit arts organization Pillar Arts (formerly Arts Alliance of Greater Bloomington) as of February 1, 2025. By Hand is a historic gall

ery in the Bloomington community that has been in operation for over 45 years and has a reputation for selling artist made work of good design and quality craftsmanship. By Hand is also a founding member of Bloomington Gallery Walk and hosts monthly shows by local and regional artists.

06/17/2026

Step into Inside Outside, a new dual exhibition featuring the work of Henry Leck and Carol Rhodes, at Pillar Arts By Hand from July 3–August 26. 🎨

Inspired by the beauty of the natural world, both artists invite viewers to explore landscapes, light, color, and atmosphere through their distinct artistic perspectives.

Carol’s dreamy watercolor and gouache paintings celebrate the fluid beauty of nature, while Henry’s paintings reflect a deep appreciation for the outdoors through years of plein air practice. 🌿

📍 Pillar Arts By Hand
🗓️ July 3–August 26

Join us for Gallery Walk on Friday, July 3 from 5–8 PM! Meet the artists, explore this incredible exhibition, and spend the evening discovering several other downtown galleries. ✨

06/11/2026

Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams is on display for another 2 weeks at Pillar Arts By Hand, exploring themes of memory, resilience, and renewal through captivating oil paintings. 🎨

Her work captures moments of quiet beauty, encouraging viewers to slow down and take a look.

06/05/2026

Gallery Walk is here! ✨ Join us at Pillar Arts By Hand tonight, June 5, from 5–8 PM to explore Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams, on display until June 26.

Come meet Dawn, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow arts lovers while taking in a beautiful collection of oil paintings inspired by nature, healing, and memory.

With over a dozen galleries and arts spaces participating in Bloomington's Arts Mile, it's the perfect evening to discover new artwork, find inspiration, and celebrate our vibrant creative community. 🎉

06/01/2026

Come experience Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams on view at Pillar Arts By Hand through June 26. 🌊✨

Through layered oil paintings inspired by water, sky, and healing, Dawn creates peaceful works that invite reflection and a deeper connection to the natural world.

Join us for Gallery Walk at Pillar Arts By Hand on Friday, June 5 from 5–8 PM! Meet the artist, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow arts lovers!

05/29/2026

Experience Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams at Pillar Arts By Hand through June 26.

This incredible exhibition is inspired by themes of healing, memory, and the natural world. Dawn’s oil paintings capture shifting skies and reflective waters with layered textures and quiet emotion.

And join us at Pillar Arts By Hand next Friday, June 5 from 5–8 PM for Gallery Walk! Meet the artist, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow art lovers in the community. ✨

05/19/2026

Now on view at Pillar Arts By Hand, Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams will be featured through June 26. 🔆🌊

Using layered oil paintings inspired by water, sky, memory, and healing, Dawn creates atmospheric works that encourage reflection and a sense of stillness.

05/08/2026

This May and June we are proud to feature Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams at Pillar Arts By Hand from May 1–June 26.

Rooted in healing and remembrance, Dawn’s layered oil paintings explore water and sky as shifting, reflective spaces that invite calm and contemplation. 🌊✨

04/28/2026

Stop by Pillar Arts By Hand this May and June to experience Lessons of Light and Water by Dawn Adams, on view May 1–June 26. ☀️💧

Join us for the artist reception during Gallery Walk this Friday, May 1 from 5–8 PM and explore the exhibition alongside several other local galleries downtown.

Created as a form of healing, Dawn’s work uses layered oil techniques to explore water and sky as spaces of reflection, calm, and emotional depth.

04/22/2026

Fiber Feast by Martina Celerin explores weaving as storytelling, combining natural elements and everyday materials to create immersive, dimensional artworks.

Her pieces reflect a deep curiosity about how materials interact, resulting in pieces that feel both organic and intentional. This exhibition is now on display at Pillar Arts By Hand from April 1–25.

We can't wait to see you there! 👀

04/17/2026

Fiber Feast is now on view at Pillar Arts By Hand ✨

Featuring intricate, three-dimensional weavings by Martina Celerin, this exhibition blends texture, color, and found materials into detailed, layered works inspired by nature and the imagination.

Come experience these thoughtful works up close from April 1-25.

Address

101 W Kirkwood Avenue, Suite 109
Bloomington, IN
47404

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	11am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	11am - 5:30pm
Thursday	11am - 5:30pm
Friday	11am - 5:30pm
Saturday	11am - 5:30pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18123343255

Website

http://pillararts.org/

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