By Mary Casey-Sturk When you think about Columbus, Ohio, what comes to mind? Football? Politics? The Ohio State Fair? Columbus is home to all that, plus attractions including the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) and the Columbus Zoo. Columbus is also home to many arts organizations, from galleries to theaters, let’s take a visit... Continue Reading →
ArtWorks Becomes 1001 Colors, Ushering in a Bold New Era for Cincinnati and its Creative Community
After 30 years of shaping Cincinnati’s creative identity, on June 1st ArtWorks announced its official rebrand to 1001 Colors (pronounced One Thousand and One Colors), marking a bold new chapter for one of the nation’s leading public art and creative workforce organizations. The shift opens the door to a story that can be told from... Continue Reading →
A Quiet Engine: Manifest Gallery Continues Pursuit to Support Artists
By Christian Meininger, Contributor Though understanding Manifest Gallery may appear difficult on the surface, it can be broken down into two parts: an art gallery and art studio. For 22 years, the gallery has existed on Woodburn Avenue, showcasing the work of artists from 48 countries and all 50 states. During the same period of... Continue Reading →
Flea in the Fort is Back: NKY’s Largest Handmade Artisan Craft Show Returns for Sixth Season
Flea in the Fort returns to Tower Park on Sunday, June 7, kicking off its sixth season of celebrating local makers, artists, and crafters from across Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati region. This free, outdoor handmade artisan craft show will take place under the beautiful tree canopy next to the historic Fort Thomas Mess... Continue Reading →
The Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy Welcomed Collectors at the Harlan Hubbard House
Story and Photos by Mary Casey-Sturk Dozens of fans of Harlan Hubbard gathered at the Harlan Hubbard Studio and Preserve today to view works by the artist from the personal collection of David and Debra Hausrath. The studio was once both the home and studio of the famed artist who spent many years in Fort... Continue Reading →
Cincinnati Art Museum to Present its First Full-Scale Exhibition of Works by Charley Harper this Fall
Opening October 16, 2026, and on view through March 7, 2027, The Art of Charley Harper: Creatures Wild and Tame will feature approximately 150 works by Cincinnati's beloved mid-century modern artist, designer, illustrator, and nature advocate. “This exhibition celebrates everything we love about Charley Harper,” says Julie Aronson, PhD, curator of American paintings, sculpture, and... Continue Reading →
Mary Ellen Goeke to receive Distinguished Alumni Award from Art Academy of Cincinnati
AAC's highest distinction will be presented at 2026 Commencement ceremony on May 16 The Art Academy of Cincinnati Alumni Association will present its highest honor, the Distinguished Alumni Award, to Mary Ellen Goeke during the Academy’s Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 16 at Memorial Hall. The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes graduates who have achieved excellence... Continue Reading →
First Solo Museum Exhibition of Cincinnati Modernist Edie McKee Harper Opening at Taft Museum of Art
Landmark show includes more than 100 artworks and new scholarship showcasing long overlooked woman artist The Taft Museum of Art, in partnership with the Charley and Edie Harper Art Studio, presents Edie McKee Harper: Modernist at Play, on view October 17, 2026, through January 24, 2027. This landmark exhibition marks the first solo museum presentation... Continue Reading →
Doing a Little Window Popping! Artist Adding Whimsy All Over Fort Thomas
By Mary Casey-Sturk In 2024, we introduced our readers to mural artist Diana “Dee” Cendales. You may have seen her work inside area businesses including Blue Marble Books, Tickle Pickle or Highland Square Café. As a long-time resident of Campbell County, this Fort Thomas-based talent has brought smiles to many faces as we shop and... Continue Reading →
FotoFocus Announces Big Tent Gallery Talks Program
FotoFocus is pleased to announce its program of talks for Big Tent, the inaugural exhibition at the new FotoFocus Center, a 14,700 square foot, purpose-built structure to house photographic exhibitions and year-round programs. To expand the artistic and intellectual scope of Big Tent, FotoFocus will present a series of talks touching on themes that resound throughout... Continue Reading →
