Artspace

Artspace Artspace is a non-profit visual arts center that uses art to inspire positive community impact.
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Artspace exists to inspire creative energy by engaging and educating all in the community about the creative process. Artspace believes in supporting the careers and development of artists of all levels by providing time and space to work, the opportunity to engage with other artists locally and outside of the community, exposure to the community through exhibiting their work, and professional dev

elopment opportunities. Artspace serves the public by introducing them to diverse artistic styles from artists both inside and outside of the area and by further educating them regarding the creative process. We believe in creating avenues whereby the public and artists can come together to engender a better understanding and commitment to the visual arts. At Artspace we host an environment in which artists of all levels and ages can learn and exchange ideas. Whatever boundaries one may face to experiencing the creative process (the stigma of elitism, expensive classes, physical disabilities, etc), Artspace breaks down those barriers by being accessible and real. We believe that nourishing the soul is vitally important to our community’s well-being. We would be remiss if we did not reach out to everyone in the community as we seek to improve the community as a whole. By bringing free art programming to children and adults where they live and play, we are breaking down the barriers of cost and transportation that may hinder many economically-disadvantaged families from participating in arts education. Artspace challenges members of our community to appreciate and learn from art, to express themselves, and to positively engage in and influence their surroundings. By doing so, we hope to create leaders of tomorrow that will follow their intuition and inspire others to think creatively to address community issues.

Another upcoming adult workshop!🎨 Plein Air Drawing: Mindfulness in Nature (ages 16+)🗓 Saturday, September 19, 1-4pm📌 JC...
08/29/2026

Another upcoming adult workshop!

🎨 Plein Air Drawing: Mindfulness in Nature (ages 16+)
🗓 Saturday, September 19, 1-4pm
📌 JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh
Register here: https://buff.ly/wyy3aDC

Join us for a serene artmaking experience where you'll explore a calming, restorative practice of plein air drawing and use the healing power of nature to support your mental well-being. Led by artist and art therapist Lamar Whidbee, this workshop invites you to slow down and explore the natural world through a guided artistic approach that emphasizes mindfulness and stress relief. This session offers a welcoming space to quiet your mind, hone your observational skills, and find peace outdoors. As such, this workshop is open to all skill levels.

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First Friday is back next week, and it's a big one!On the First Friday of every month from 5-10pm, we offer a FREE night...
08/28/2026

First Friday is back next week, and it's a big one!

On the First Friday of every month from 5-10pm, we offer a FREE night of exhibitions, activities, and more! Our First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 5-6pm.

August First Friday will feature:
🔹 "FRESH" with work from over 300 North Carolina artists in Galleries 1 + 2
🔹 "From This Valley We Soon Will Be Leaving" with work by Sam van Strien in the Upfront Gallery
🔹 "All American: Contemporary Perspectives from HBCU Artists" in the Corridors
🔹 "FANIA GREENWOOD - A Retrospective: 2000-2026" in the People's Studio
🔹 Meet and shop with our 30 studio artists
🔹 Sounds by DJ Moto
🔹 All ages art activity, 5-8:30pm

Is your work in FRESH this year? Let us know in the comments!

08/28/2026

Thank you for joining us last weekend at Summer Celebration! We welcomed over 500 visitors to celebrate the end of summer and the work of our amazing Summer Art Program students!

It's always a treat to see our youth and teen artists got to show off their drawings, sculptures, paintings, animations, jewelry, and more to their family and friends 🎨 Thank you as well to the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Sky Dai, and O:HU Bakeshop for helping us activate the space!

🗓 Save the date for our next Family Day—Saturday, October 17!

Learn unique printmaking techniques and create an artwork inspired by the Downtown Raleigh landscape!🎨 Texture Walk: Pri...
08/27/2026

Learn unique printmaking techniques and create an artwork inspired by the Downtown Raleigh landscape!

🎨 Texture Walk: Printing the City w/ Kiki Farish, Fine Arts Painter (ages 16+)
🗓 Saturday, September 12, 1-5pm
📌 Artspace, Downtown Raleigh
Register here: https://buff.ly/wyy3aDC

Explore downtown Raleigh in a whole new way by collecting its hidden patterns, textures, and histories. Using a low-tech texture collection technique, participants will press into sidewalks, bricks, metal grates, tree bark, architectural details, and other surfaces to create detailed texture impressions, then use ink to transfer these collected textures into a visual journal that you’ll fill up with hand-printed urban data.

Back in the studio, we’ll use our collected textures and apply traditional collage techniques to create unique compositions that compel the eye. Part urban walk, part printmaking adventure, this workshop invites you to slow down, observe closely, and see familiar places through their surfaces.

Happy first day of school, Wake County parents! It's time to start looking ahead for the fall, and Artspace will be offe...
08/24/2026

Happy first day of school, Wake County parents! It's time to start looking ahead for the fall, and Artspace will be offering three teacher workday camps designed to immerse your kids in the art-making process on their day off!

🗓 September 21, October 12, November 3 (9am-5pm)
Sign up for one, two, or all three!
https://buff.ly/wyy3aDC

Teacher Workday Camps invite young artists in grades 1-8 to spend the day experimenting and making art with guidance from professional teaching artists. Students will spend the day trying out new materials, exploring fun themes, and taking on creative artistic challenges that will encourage big ideas. By the end of the day, each child will head home with artwork in hand and stories to tell about what they created. Artspace members get 10% off!

Here are a few of the classes we are offering:
🔹 Puppet Playground w/ Sheila Hall
🔹 Interplanetary Portals w/ Jane Cheek
🔹 Make a 3D Mess w/ Kathryn Smith
🔹 Mini Murals w/ Jane Cheek

All classes take place at Artspace in Downtown Raleigh.

Congratulations to our Ambassador of the Month, Luz!Luz was exceptionally helpful this summer, serving as a volunteer te...
08/20/2026

Congratulations to our Ambassador of the Month, Luz!

Luz was exceptionally helpful this summer, serving as a volunteer teaching assistant for our summer classes. She writes, "My favorite part of volunteering at Artspace was working with the students. As it was my first time working with kids, the experience not only taught me a lot of practical skills, but it also showed me to look at each day with a little more wonder and excitement.”

Are you looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh?
Visit https://buff.ly/h5Q5OaY for more info on how to join our team of Artspace Ambassadors!

🎉 Early bird tickets to Art Bash are now on sale for members! 🎉Artspace members can get early access to Art Bash tickets...
08/18/2026

🎉 Early bird tickets to Art Bash are now on sale for members! 🎉

Artspace members can get early access to Art Bash tickets and a 20% discount (only 40 tickets available at this price)!

Tickets include all beverages, culinary delights, art activations throughout the building, and access to the thrilling Live Art Bid in celebration of our 40th anniversary. Plus, proceeds support Artspace's programming and artists!

🪩 Members, visit https://buff.ly/9vCk27H to get your tickets!
Not a member yet? Join today: https://buff.ly/KylpK2o

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on September 17.

Call for Art: 12x12 Member Showcase!📆 Deadline to submit: October 6, 11:59pmExhibition dates: November 6, 2026-January 1...
08/17/2026

Call for Art: 12x12 Member Showcase!

📆 Deadline to submit: October 6, 11:59pm
Exhibition dates: November 6, 2026-January 17, 2026

Exhibit your art at Artspace in our annual member showcase! 12x12 is an annual celebration of the creativity of our incredible artist community while providing an opportunity for our patrons to add affordable works of original art to their collections. (and yes, every artwork is 12"x12")

This is a non-juried exhibition open to Artspace Members (must have an active membership), Studio Artists and Staff.
Not a member? Sign up here: https://buff.ly/KylpK2o

Learn more about the artist call: https://buff.ly/bVS7JBm

It's time—applications are now open for our 2027 year-long artist residencies!🎨 North Carolina Emerging Artist Residency...
08/15/2026

It's time—applications are now open for our 2027 year-long artist residencies!

🎨 North Carolina Emerging Artist Residency - awarded to two artists each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina
🎨 HBCU Alumni Artist Residency - awarded to one artist each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina, who have graduated from a Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

Both residencies include 24-hour access to a rent-free studio space, a $200 monthly stipend, a professional solo exhibition at Artspace within the year after the residency ends, and opportunities for public engagement, professional development, teaching, and connection with a community of artists.

🗓 Deadline to apply: September 30, 11:59pm
Head to the link here to learn more and start your application: https://buff.ly/wjoWWyH

Here are just a few of the amazing creations our students made last week in the "Creating Cool Cities" class with Tara K...
08/14/2026

Here are just a few of the amazing creations our students made last week in the "Creating Cool Cities" class with Tara Kernan! Each student got to create the buildings of their choice out of recycled materials to contribute to an amazing imaginary city, fostering expression, collaboration, and sustainability. Shoutout to The Scrap Exchange for the materials!

Today is the last day of our Summer Art Program, and once again, we've had a truly amazing summer. This year, we hosted 64 classes with over 600 students (you can see their work next weekend at Summer Celebration)! Thank you to everyone who participated this summer as a teacher, volunteer, parent, or student 🎨💖

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201 E Davie Street
Raleigh, NC
27601

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Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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+19198212787

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