Visiting an art gallery is a great opportunity to learn, find inspiration, build your community and entertain.
Please take note of the opening and closing dates for current and upcoming exhibits at both Cain Center for the Arts and the Cornelius Arts Center. Make plans to join us for the reception for each exhibit, where you will have the opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments.
There is no fee for admission to our gallery or to attend any visual arts receptions.
Find more about the locations on the contact page.
In support of our featured local creatives, each artist will receive a 60% commission for pieces sold during an exhibit.
GALLERY HOURS
CAIN CENTER FOR THE ARTS GALLERY:
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
CORNELIUS ART CENTER GALLERY:
Monday: 10am – 4pm
Tuesday: 10am – 4pm
Wednesday: 10am – 1pm
Thursday: 5pm – 8pm
EXHIBIT PROPOSALS
If you are interested in exhibiting at Cain Center for the Arts, please click “Exhibit Proposals” below.
Please note exhibit proposals are reviewed as they come in and are considered for the next programming year. Thank you!
All exhibits offering a “Call to Artists” will include information about how to submit your work for consideration.
CURRENT EXHIBITS
CROWNED
Highlighting Artists from 2023 Artfields Competition
April 15 – June 7
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Cain Center for the Arts and Arts Fields of South Carolina are visual art partners who work together to provide opportunity and resources to local and surrounding artists.
Eva Crawford and Ellie Rose are two artists who submitted work into the Artfields Exhibit in 2022. Due to their riveting pieces, Cain Center for the Arts has awarded Crawford and Rose with an exhibit to display their creative works.
RECEPTION: Join us for a special reception on
Thursday, June 6 at 6:30pm- 8:30pm.
Take a deeper dive into this exhibit here.
The exhibit “Crowned” at Cain Center for the Arts contains some pieces of artwork that include nudity and explore themes that might not be suitable for all ages. Viewer discretion is advised.
While we aim to provide an enriching and diverse artistic experience, some individuals may find certain pieces challenging or uncomfortable. Please note that artworks that are considered more risqué than others are featured in the gallery itself. Artwork in the hallways is intended to be more family friendly and suitable for a wider audience.
We encourage visitors to approach the exhibit with an open mind and respect for differing interpretations of art. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use their best judgment when bringing children to the exhibit.
Material Wealth of Art
ADVISORY LED BY LANCE PHILLIPS
April 15 – June 7
ABOUT THE SHOW:
In collaboration with artists from the Community School of Davidson, this unique exhibit explores the dual nature of artwork as both material objects and conceptual expressions, challenging notions of monetary value and emphasizing the importance of individual identity and creative autonomy in the face of societal and market pressures. Under the direction of Lance Phillips from the Community School of Davidson, these young artists make a powerful statement through their collective work.
ARTISTS’ STATEMENT:
Artwork can hold material value as both an object and an idea — just as things can be useful and beautiful simultaneously. The materials of art question monetary value by presenting us with, at times, commonplace objects transformed by the artist. The value is in the skill, journey, and experience. In addition, the accessibility of these materials allows anyone to be a creator and have their own voice.
Wealth does not define the individual in this case. Individual identity is key for artists of the next generation. Questioning abundance leads to inquiries about the value of art to society and its contribution. Art holds the power of the individual, but in spite of global changes in the art market, is it possible to make large scale changes? Furthermore, is making changes even the artist’s responsibility? Is it more important to be true to yourself and your ideas?
RECEPTION:
Details of a celebratory reception will be announced soon.
UPCOMING EXHIBITS
Texture & Textile
June 17 – August 9
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Cain Center and ArtPop Street Gallery prepare for another exhibit showcasing dozens of ArtPop alum and their dynamic creativity! This exhibit will showcase texture and textile in 2D and 3D artwork!
Come for another unique, fascinating and diverse arrangement of artwork, created by some of the top artists in our region.
RECEPTION: Friday, July 19 at 6:30pm-8:30pm
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR
