Exhibits & Events

Exhibits change regularly at the Community Arts Center and are open to the public during regular business hours. Public events also include artist receptions, scheduled lectures and programs, and other community gatherings.

Individuals, schools, and other organizations can schedule exhibits and events by contacting 859-236-4054.

July Exhibits:

Cross Gate Exhibit: The Art of the Horse, featuring Sandra Oppegard
The 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are right around the corner, and the Community Arts Center is giving you a head start! Throughout June and July, we are lucky to have Sandra Oppegard's breathtaking watercolor works on display. Sandra's equine art is based on her vast knowledge of thoroughbred racing and her visits to tracks across the country. Her knowledge of thoroughbred racing, gained from working with her racehorse trainer husband as well as visiting numerous tracks around the country, imbues her racing scenes with authenticity combined with great affection for the colorful work of trainers, grooms and exercise riders. Sandra's works, produced in her studio as well as on the track, leave the audience astounded. The use of color, smooth brush strokes, and clear vision create stunning realistic pieces. This is sure to be one of your favorite exhibits-don't miss out!
Bill Fletcher:
Bill Fletcher returns to the CAC for June and July, this time with oil landscape paintings that he says are "an expression of my connection to the land of Kentucky." Without a doubt, Fletcher's pieces embody what is the essence of Kentucky landscape and nature. The calming scenes with deep shades of color capture what those only in the Bluegrass know as "home." His works range in inspiration from Shaker Village to The Red River, Raven Run, and anything in between. Bill Fletcher is one of Kentucky's premier landscape artists and it is a joy to have his work shown here again. You've never seen the view of Kentucky like this before, so make sure to stop by and enjoy.
Great American Brass Band Festival Poster Contest
Come view the entries to this year's Great American Brass Band Poster Contest, titled Up, Up, and Away! The Community Arts Center is taking part in the Gallery Hop on Friday, June 11, from 5:30-8p.m. Stop by for the poster signing and to see the interesting designs!

A public Artist's Reception for Bill Fletcher and Sandra Oppegard as well as the Great American Brass Band Festival Poster Signing will be held on Friday, June 11, 6-8 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the exhibits.

July Events:

STARRY NIGHT STUDIO
Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening of fun and fine art! This isn't your typical art lesson... Starry Night Studio is a social painting experience offered on scheduled dates each month for all levels of artistic talent open to fun and creativity.

Tuesday, July 27, 7-9p.m. ---Sold Out!
subject: Van Gogh's "Starry Night"

Friday, July 30, 6-9p.m.
subject: Matisse's "Goldfish"

Click here to make your online reservation and view the complete upcoming schedule
(now listed thru September 2010).
Lunch with the Arts
featured artist: Lydia DiMartino-Ellis
Wednesday, July 28, 12-1 p.m.
(THIS IS A CHANGE IN DATE TO THE FOURTH WEDNESDAY, FOR THIS MONTH ONLY)

Every third Wednesday of the month, the CAC will feature an artist who will present and demonstrate his or her work, with time available for discussion following. Click here for more information and to preview the upcoming Lunch with the Arts schedule. To reserve a catered box lunch ($10), please make your online reservation at least 24 hours in advance by clicking here. Guests may also bring their own lunch with $5 payable at the door.
"Everything Arts" Mural Design Extended Deadline!
click here for more details on contest registration