SPECIAL EVENTS CIRCLE CITY INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CHARETTE DESIGNS

A design charette was recently organized by the East 10th Street Civic Association in partnership with National Bank of Indianapolis, Ball State University CAP:IC and Kent State University, in which participants reimagined an industrial building on the Near Eastside. Design students studied and collaborated with Near Eastside stakeholders on re-development efforts for the Circle City Industrial Complex, located on East 10th Street between Massachusetts Avenue and Brookside Parkway. Their visions will be presented to the community on Friday, Dec. 7th from 6-8pm at Clifford Corners, 3125 E. 10th Street. Tours of the Clifford Corners, a new mixed-use development on East 10th Street will be also conducted. East 10th Street Civic Association www.civicassoc.org

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GREG BROWN TRIBUTE

Near Eastside personality Greg Brown was most known for his unconventional art space, Utrillos, on East 10th Street. Commonly referred to as an Outsider Artist, Brown made a habit of working outside of conventional art practices. Since the mid-1990s, Greg Brown has been a colorful contribution to the character and diversity of the Near Eastside. His death in July 2012 was a shock to many who looked to him as an Eastside staple. A small collection of his paintings and writings, curated by Carla Knopp, can be found at the Made for Each Other Gallery, 2807 E. 10th Street. A closing reception will be held Friday, Dec. 7th 5-8pm.

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IDADA ARTISTS AT THE ALEXANDER

The Alexander, the new urban chic hotel with a focus on art that is opening in downtown Indianapolis in January, is hosting a special mixology tasting event on Friday, December 7 from 6 8 p.m. The event will feature the five finalists in the mixology contest that the hotel is sponsoring to find a new addition to the cocktail menu for Plat 99, the hotels mixology lounge. Event attendees will be able to taste the competing cocktails, as well as get a preview peek at the lobby of the new hotel. Local artists who will have work on view in the hotel when it opens include Lauren Zoll and Artur Silva. The Alexander, first floor lobby 333 South Delaware Street

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New works by Gallery artists: Shannon Godby, David Morico, Jeremiah Shine, Cathy Kravitz (ceramics) and Petra Azar, fine silver jewelry will be featured in the main gallery. Gallery owner Don Elliott invites clients new and old to enjoy refreshments, caroling by the Indianapolis Mens Chorus, and Holiday music by David Graff on the baby grand. All artwork and gifts featured in the gallery are created by American artists. Gallery hours M-F 10-6; Sat 10-5.

INDY INDIE ARTIST COLONY

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Anachromnism, the iPhonography of Catherine Howie, will be the featured exhibit during October. Many of the artists will be on-site 6-10pm for First Friday to visit with patrons. See Art Bank Gallery on facebook for more info. The Art Bank is home to over 30 artists. Artists are located in several mini-galleries and studios. We always celebrate the IDADA First Friday Art Tour, and many of our artists, including a Featured Artist, will be here to visit with patrons. Galley Hours: TuSat 18pm, and by appointment.

Indy Indie Artist Colony presents the END OF THE WORLD show. Opening reception IDADA First Friday December 7, 6-9pm. This multi-media exhibit will include installations, performances, paintings, drawings, photographs, and more. Featured artists Flounder Lee, Aaron Booe, Courtney Hacker, Meredith Hurst, Jennifer Bleem, Pamela Bliss, Drew Waymire and Edge.

GALLERY 924 AT THE ARTS COUNCIL

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ATHENAEUM ARTSPACE

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The Students from the Indianapolis Art Center will grace the Athenaeum ArtSpace walls with their creative pieces during the month of December opening on First Friday.

DEWCLAW

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Found-photo and Ephemera Portraits - Dewclaw presents selections from the Utrillos collection of thrift store art. This December show highlights found photos of people, from a charming tiara-crowned little girl to a disturbing montage of backwoods kin. Utrillos was a thrift art and framing shop founded by Greg Brown. This is the first of several shows highlighting work from Gregs collection estate. Opening reception: Dec 7, 6-9 pm. Show runs Dec 7 22 (two weeks). Gallery hours: Sat 12 4 or by appointment. Enter at South Studios door.

Gallery 924 presents TINY, a huge group show featuring well over 200 pieces of TINY artwork. Central Indiana artists were challenged to create artwork no greater than 6 x 6 x 6 for this one-of-a-kind celebration of Indy Artists. The show also celebrates the relaunch of the Be Indypendent: Buy Indy Art movement which encourages folks to support local artists and everything that is unique to Indy. TINY will not only serve as an excellent place to find a spectacular variety of holiday gifts, but will also serve as a sort of retrospective and celebration of the first two years of shows at Gallery 924. Many of the artists who have had solo shows in the space are participating in this big show. Join us and our partners, Be Indypendent, Tini, and Sun King Brewery on December 7th for a Big Party to get your new Be Indypendent gear and to BUY INDY ART! Dec. 7, 6pm 10pm. Gallery hours TF 104pm, Th 106pm. Free parking.

KUABA GALLERY

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Kuaba Gallery is pleased to introduce the paintings of Christine Dola Kessler. Also featured in December are photographs from Freddie Kelvin and works by Valerie Eickmeier.

KURT VONNEGUT MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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HARRISON CENTER FOR THE ARTS

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IDADA First Friday at the KVML. December 7. 6:00 pm - The Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library will be open until 9 pm. Our guest speaker is Chris Edwards, Ed.D. He is the author of Teaching Genius: Redefining Education with Lessons from Science and Philosophy (Rowman & Littlefield, 2012). Also, come browse our collection including several pieces of Vonneguts art. Photos and personal artifacts help to tell the story of Vonneguts family history and his life. You can also view a multimedia tour, interactive Vonnegut family genealogy, and learn about Vonnegut-related historic sites in Indianapolis.

DOMONT STUDIO GALLERY

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Join us to see new creations from John J Domonts continuous body of work. Featuring new photography and paintings including: Heartland Haikus, Three Treasures, and a sneak peak of the External Places Internal Spaces photo series. Also showing wood works by Chris Bowman and Betty Scarpino and paintings by Wyatt LeGrand. Regular Hours: Wed-Sat 11-5 and by appointment.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST, artist reception and open studio night. Friday, December 7, 6-10pm. Harrison Gallery: Nottingham Forest group show. Gymnasium: Indiana Handicraft Exchange Holiday Mini (5 to 10pm). Gallery No. 2: Borshoff presents Homographs - Herron School of Art + Design painting students. City Gallery: Everything has a place new work by Barbara Knuckles. Hank & Dollys Gallery: Ritual Residue - recent work by Nevada Buckley. The work hangs through December 28th.. Gallery hours: MF 95pm.

MADAME WALKER THEATRE CENTER

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FIVE SEASONS STUDIO

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HEIRLOOM CLASSICS JEWELRY & BEADS

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Join us on the December 7th IDADA First Friday to view the Found Space Project on the 2nd Floor and Love is the Master Rhythm on the 4th Floor by Samuel Vazquez. The entire 2nd floor has been transformed into a creative space by the Big Car Art Collective and many other artists! Curated by LaShawnda Crowe Storm, artwork will only be open through December 8th. Artwork on the 4th floor will be up through Dec. 21. Visit this amazing, colorful graffiti inspired work any week day between the hours of 95.

INSPIRED BY CENTURIES PAST - an exhibit of fine craft and fine art by Camille Richard and Martha Nahrwold. Richard is a jeweler who combines her lampwork beads with gemstones, minerals,silver, copper, and bronze. Nahrwolds mixed media landscapes are begun by a centuries old technique of floating inks on water. Artists reception on December 7, 6-9 pm.

FUNKYARD

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Heirloom Classics Jewelry and Beads is excited to welcome returning artist, Laura Reardon. She is a jewelry artist and some beautiful new products since her last visit. This is a perfect opportunity to pick up a one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted piece of artwork for someone special. What about that office party or your secret Santa gift? She has pieces and ensembles in all price ranges. So if you just need a stocking stuffer, or if a more refined gift is called for, shell have something to fit your needs. She will be here from 69pm on Friday. 1311 East Prospect Street. Just a block and a half East of the Fountain. Free parking available.

STUTZARTSPACE

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IDADAS First In Line. Doors Open at 6pm (Members Reception Prior to Doors Opening). Splendor, Mirth And Good Cheer, Raymond James Stutz Art Gallery: First Friday Opening Reception. Show: December 7-28. Stutz Holiday Market. ONE NIGHT ONLY: 510pm. Artists set up booths in Bearcat Alley.

VSA INDIANAS EN ROUTE GALLERY VILLA DELLARTISTA

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Funkyard in Fountain Square presents Abstract Artist, Amy Ward, Friday, December 7th with a greet & meet from 7-10pm. Ward produces innovative & spiritual paintings that demonstrate an unrivaled sense of color & form. Her abstract paintings illustrate how engaging simple symbiotic patterns can be every bit as gripping as traditional portraits or landscapes. Her work is controlled chaos. She is mostly self taught other than some time spent learning from her mentor, Gary Bowling, from Lamar, Missouri. As an Indianapolis Native, Ward is committed to the arts in Indianapolis & is heavily involved with RAW: natural born artists, here in Indy which is an independent arts organization, for artists, by artists. Funkyard will also have live music at this event by local Singer/Songwriter, Sukie Conley.

THE ALKIS KERAMIDAS MUSEUM

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Group show with special art/craft items made in the Imani Workshop in Kenya.

Featuring works Keramidas completed in Greece and Indiana. Intimate and personal works illustrating Greek life contrast the serene and lush landscapes of the Indiana countryside. Hours: MF 97, Sat 95.

INDIANA LANDMARKS CENTER

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NANCY LEE DESIGNS STUDIO

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See Nancy Lees newest, boldest work to date and get ready for your Fall Fashions and Holiday Gift Giving. Located in the Circle City Industrial Complex. Hours: W 5-9pm, Sat 12-4pm or by appointment.

Indiana Artisan presents Select Works of Art, Craft and Food & GC Lucas Gallery presents Blitz the List. This holiday event will feature the exceptional foods and one-of-a-kind art of numerous artisans including jewelry, paper, fiber, pottery, wood, glass, photography, drawings, paintings, candy, breads, soaps, and more. GC Lucas Gallery will present a group show of new works by gallery artists including Michael McEwan, Karen Chevalier-Smith, Patricia Canney, Steve Gerhartz and Lorraine Sack. These artists share their talents and reveal a part of themselves with each creation. Friday, December 7, 69pm. Complimentary snacks and beverage will be available.

Festive holiday cheer in the Victorian carriage house! Rosanna Hardin Halls new Italian watercolors and guest artist Fritz Kackleys paintings and watercolors will be special features. Tasty treats while you tour the two-floor gallery. 59pm. For those who are unable to attend the IDADA First Friday open house, you are invited to visit the gallery on Saturday, December 8, 125pm, to see the special featured art: New Italian watercolors by Rosanna Hardin Hall and guest artist Fritz Kackley, an Indianapolis native now residing in New Mexico, with his oil paintings and watercolors. Refreshments in a festive atmosphere.

WUG LAKUS STUDIO & GARAGE

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FRANKLIN BARRY GALLERY AT THE FRAME SHOP

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Franklin Barry Gallery and The Frame Shop will celebrate its annual Holiday Open House during Mass Ave Holiday Hoopla on Friday, December 7th from 5-10 pm.

Metamorphosis, digital images by Sara McCracken. This series is grounded in McCrackens compulsion to explore the internal experiences of a person presented with the possibility of change in their life, confronting those cliffs over which we are never sure we will be able to leap, looking out at the potential for change and metamorphosis. Reception with the artist first Friday, December 7, 6-9 pm. Open Wednesdays 5-9, Saturdays 12-4. Exhibit continues through December 29. Circle City Industrial Complex.