Quilts=Arts=Quilts artists make statements with their materials
A fifth of participants in this year's art quilt exhibition use reclaimed fabric in their work
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Two exhibits at Schweinfurth Art Center address issues of importance to African Americans
Read MoreArt takes on political undertones in “Excellence in Fibers VII”
Several artworks in “Excellence in Fibers VII” highlight political issues, including voting rights, the U.S. Supreme Court, and dictatorships. The exhibit is on display at the Schweinfurth Art Center through Aug. 14, 2022.
Read MoreArtist explores erasure of Black history through her work
Meet Quinn A. Hunter, an artist whose work addresses the erasure of Black history by Southern plantations and city governments.
Read MoreSkaneateles artist creates 3D sculpture out of 2D neon lights
Artist Lorne Covington’s “Ode to Neon” is drawn from over 400 neon tubes in all shapes, colors and many words and letters that he salvaged from neon shops that were going out of business
Read MoreNature takes center stage in Owasco artist’s work
Victoria Savka’s collection of drypoint prints on display through May 15 feature cows, sheep, ducks and Mr. Fox.
Read MoreRecord number of artists apply for Made in NY 2022
More than 400 artists applied to the 26th annual exhibition, or which 70 were selected.
Read MoreStudent, senior artwork to fill walls at Schweinfurth
Annual “Both Ends of the Rainbow” exhibit opens Feb. 6 AUBURN, NY (Jan. 27, 2022) – The magic of “Both Ends of the Rainbow” is coming back on Feb. 6, 2022, with student art from Auburn and surrounding school districts filling the walls of the Schweinfurth Art Center’s main gallery. Students’ return to full-time in-person…
Read MoreChamber, Auburn businesses join to provide gifts to those in need
Melody Johnson, owner of Divine Coverings, partnered with the Schweinfurth Art Center for the second annual handmade hat and glove giveaway at Auburn’s Rescue Mission.
Read MoreArtist transitions from small works to large installations
Christine Mauersberger discovered her love of fiber arts as a high school student, and now she creates large-scale installations. But she still makes her small, hand-stitched pieces, which she calls “happy moments.”
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