Nicole is a ceramic artist that creates dinnerware, tea ware, and mugs that invite connection, celebration, and beauty at home. For foodies, lovers of fine craft, or those looking for that perfect mug, she creates collections of ceramics that bring satisfaction and joy, and invite us to pause and enjoy the moment. She is committed to keeping the tradition of craft alive through teaching and sharing her work with the world.
nicolehummel.com
Kutsinhira is a community of people, responding to the rich musical tradition of the people of Zimbabwe, who created a center for teaching and performing Zimbabwean music. Kutsinhira offers classes in Zimbabwean marimba and mbira and organizes lessons, workshops and performances with visiting Zimbabwean master musicians. Kutsinhira’s professional-level marimba bands can be hired for lively public and private performances. Follow Kutsinhira on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Kutsinhira/
kutsinhira.org
Contemporary abstract paintings and larger-than-life figurative drawings by Eugene artist M. V. Moran. Studio visits available. You can follow M. V. Moran on Instagram @mvmoran.
mvmoran.com
Creator of fine art paintings and graphic design. Available for commissions and workshops.
tarakempstudio.com
Lane Arts Council, founded in 1976, works to cultivate strong arts communities in Lane County through arts education programs, community arts experiences, and supporting local artists and arts organizations. Lane Arts Council supports partnerships with local businesses through community arts initiatives including the downtown First Friday ArtWalk. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @laneartscouncil
lanearts.org
MECCA is a non-profit community arts center which diverts materials from the waste stream and brings them into our creative endeavors. We showcase recycled arts and make needed materials for art, making it affordable. We offer a secondhand art supply store, drop-in art-making studio, recycled art gallery, and we donate supplies to teachers and host events throughout the year. We are located at 555 High Street in the 5th Street Public Market and open Tuesday-Saturday 11-6.
materials-exchange.org
Founded in 1950, Maude Kerns Art Center is a nonprofit community center dedicated to the visual arts. We advocate for the creation and appreciation of the visual arts by offering a variety of education and exhibition programs for all ages, studio space for artists, and support for community artists. Gallery and Gift Shop open Monday through Friday, 10am to 5:30pm, and Saturdays, 12pm to 4pm. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @maudekernseugene.
mkartcenter.org
Ila Rose is known locally for her mural work, as well as her work on several Oregon Country Fair posters. Rose has been working as a professional artist for almost 20 years and has been commissioned for everything from small-scale design jobs to large-scale murals. Rose specializes in nature imagery, symbolism, hidden depth and images that are thought-provoking. Contact Ila Rose to help you bring meaning to your empty spaces.
ilaroseart.com
I incorporate monotypes and collage into my mixed media paintings, and create sculptural paper and fiber installations to tell stories about the natural world and our place in it. I do custom work and love to collaborate with interior designers and decorators to create engaging installations for public and private spaces. Instagram: @juliejulieart
juliejulie.co
Joshua Caraco is a humble student of the West African Kora. He was a recipient of a 2022 Lane Arts Individual Artist Grant and an Oregon Community Foundation Creative Heights Grant with partner Tumelo Michael Moloi. In addition to performing, Josh is a co-creator and producer of @sanibonani_theshow. If you are looking for solo music for an event, a lively theater performance, Kora lessons, or advice on writing your own grant and producing your own show, Joshua is a local gem.
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