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10/02/2026

!!TONIGHT!! DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!

We are ecstatic to host the incredibly impressive Wood Engravers’ Network’s Fifth Triennial Exhibition, a traveling exhibition of international 55 wood engraving artists! Opening reception is TONIGHT from 6 – 9pm Friday October 2nd and the exhibit will be on view through October 30th (by appointment outside of the reception).

The Wood Engravers’ Network’s The Wood Engravers Network Fifth Triennial Exhibition is part of the 3rd Annual Knox Small Press Fest Knox Small Press Fest and will be on display during their BIG PRINTS event. Experience the massive energy of large woodcuts being printed outside the gallery that quietly displays the woodcut’s miniature siblings inside.

This is the first showing of the WEN Triennial in Tennessee – don’t miss out on the exhibit, the Red Gallery + Arrowmont Gallery print exhibitions with KSPF, and the steamroller events this weekend! SEE YOU TONIGHT!

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Tony Drehfal - Nestle
Tatsuki Tsukada - The Faraway Road
Carl Montford - Conductor
Colleen Dwire - Tumblin’ Tumblin’

The Maker City

10/01/2026

THIS WEEKEND join us for BIG printmaking joy and community! As a part of Knox Small Press Fest Knox Small Press Fest we are hosting the 3rd Annual Steamroller BIG PRINTS Event at Relay Ridge Saturday and Sunday October 3-4th from 10am-5pm on both days.

Whether you are a seasoned printmaker or just print-curious, drop by and check out the big event! It takes many hands to ink blocks and pull prints with a large using a steamroller, so there may be opportunities to jump in on the action 💪 Or just hang out, enjoy a the people and creation of art. You might even be inspired to tackle a big block yourself for 2027 KSPF event!

While you’re here, check out the incredible exhibition in the gallery, the The Wood Engravers Network Wood Engraver’s Network 5th Triennial Exhibition! This exhibition showcases 60 wood engravings from 55 artists representing 8 different countries. Opening reception + open house event at the studio is First Friday October 2nd from 6-9pm, but you can catch it all weekend long too.

SO WE BEST SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND!
Great shots by 📸 Taryn Ferro !

09/28/2026

📣THIS FRIDAY📣 We are officially kicking off the 2026 Knox Small Press Fest Knox Small Press Fest celebrating all things print, all things analog, with the opening reception of the 5th Triennial Exhibition of the Wood Engraver’s Network The Wood Engravers Network !

Join us First Friday October 2nd 6-9pm to slow down and peer into the incredibly detailed world of traditional wood engraving in these sixty–that’s right, SIXTY!–fine art prints from all over the country and the world.

This traveling exhibit features 60 contemporary hand-carved engravings representing an international group of artists from Belgium, Ireland, Canada, India, Japan, Argentina, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Out of 140 entries, 60 prints were selected for this exhibit by guest juror Max Yela, Head of Special Collections at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries, an active department that preserves printed primary-source materials supporting research and teaching in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

✨Opening Reception✨ - Friday October 2, 2026
On view September 21 - October 31, 2026 (by appointment outside of public receptions)

(selected works from exhibition)

1 - Richard Wagener – Northern Pygmy Owl

2 - Julia Timmins – Abundance

3 - Jay Caskie – Snowfall

4 - George Dirolf – Annie’s Backyard

5 - Eric Mummery – Feed Back Loop

6 - Neil Peck – Maine C**n

7 - James Todd – Masters of War

09/17/2026

📣We are honored to announce Relay Ridge will host the 5th Triennial Exhibition of the Wood Engraver’s Network! Join us for the opening reception of this incredibly impressive wood engraving exhibition on First Friday October 2nd from 6-9pm

This traveling exhibit features 60 contemporary hand-carved engravings representing an international group of artists from Belgium, Ireland, Canada, India, Japan, Argentina, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Out of 140 entries, 60 prints were selected for this exhibit by guest juror Max Yela, Head of Special Collections at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries, an active department that preserves printed primary-source materials supporting research and teaching in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

This exhibit celebrates the historical and persistently vibrant world of wood engraving, where tradition meets innovation, and craftsmanship intertwines with artistic expression. The included prints are original wood engravings created in limited editions - not reproductions or digital creations - offering an affordable entry into collecting original and unique works of art.

✨Opening Reception - Friday October 2, 2026✨

On view September 21 - October 31, 2026 (by appointment outside of public receptions)

(selected works from exhibition)
1 - Wesley Bates – Literarious Ampersadicus
2 - Nicholas Wilson – World View
3 - Robert Gomez – The Hanged Man’s Hand
4 - Cindy Koopman – Untitled
5 - Julia Timmins – Ancient Tides
6 - Joanne Price - Homestead
7 - Peter Bosteels – Martyr V
8 - Ian Huebert – Flat Track Racers
9 - Paul Constance – Pisaq

09/11/2026

WOW! You best be here ✨TONIGHT✨
6-9pm
Relay Ridge Gallery
Elysia Mann
Collector's Sale + Farewell

Second slide shows the handmade RAFFLE TICKETS 😮
($10 each btw)

09/07/2026

Join us for a Studio Farewell Party for Elysia Mann on September 11th from 6-9pm!

After four wonderful years as a Resident Artist at Relay Ridge, Elysia Mann is moving her studio to her home. To mark the occasion (and to make room for what’s next!), she is throwing a party / pop-up exhibition and offering more than 20-years’ of artwork for purchase. Come say farewell and support her on her new journey!

✨drinks & charcuterie
✨artwork raffle
✨opportunity to collect original works

If you can't make it, you can still snag some artwork online! View a selection of what will be for sale and reserve your favorites at sighsandlaughter.com/collect or link in bio

08/20/2026

Not one, but 📣TWO STUDIOS AVAILABLE📣 starting October 1st!

Apply by Sunday September 13th (no fee)
Link in bio or go to our website and click on the "Studios" tab.

08/13/2026

There's just about ONE WEEK LEFT to see Judy Rushin-Knopf's exhibition A foothold, that's all - on view through Friday August 21st.

Don't miss this! Arrange a visit by DMing us here, or even better, emailing us at [email protected]

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07/08/2026

OPEN STUDIOS! Come visit the RR Resident Artists this Friday July 10th from 6-9pm and enjoy an evening of rich conversations and a diverse offering of artworks all around.

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Plus, while you’re here, check out the new exhibition in the gallery with recent work by Chattanooga-based artist, Judy Rushin-Knopf A foothold, that is all.

In the printshop, come bid your farewell to Knoxville’s finest artist, educator, Relay Ridge cheerleader, and this month’s featured printmaker: Kelly Sullivan . We will be celebrating her time with us over the years with her work displayed and available for purchase in the printshop.

See you soon!

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Knoxville, TN
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