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Family Art Night at the Y
Abundant Life
Canvas
CaraDee Photography
The Creamery
DB Design Salon & Art Gallery
Drury Pool Art Center Gallery
Evangel Bellwether Gallery
Farmers Gastropub
Fresh Gallery
Good Girl Art Gallery
Hawthorn Galleries
Hollywood Theaters
Kiss My Gas Scooters!
MSU Brick City Gallery
MSU Student Exhibition Center
MSU Center of International Programs
Nomad
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OTC Fine Art Gallery
Park Central Branch Library
Randy Bacon Photography
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RSVPaint
Springfield Hot Glass
Springfield Pottery
The Vision Clinic
YMCA offers Family Art Night program
Family Art Night at the Y
  The Downtown Y provides affordable child care the first Friday of each month via Family Art Night. Serving children ages 3 months to 12 years, 6:30-9 p.m., the cost is  $10 per child with pre-registration, $13 per child without pre-registration. Kids enjoy healthy activities and snacks, story time and a hands-on art project to take home. Call (417) 862-8962, ext. 149, to pre-register
Y Arts Academy Begins June 22

First Friday Art Walk 2012 Gallery Links
The Vision Clinic
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The Vision Clinic
Wil Fischer Cos.
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Nomad
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It's All Downtown
It's All Downtown
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The Hamels Foundation
Hamels
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Springfield Regional Arts Council
SRAC
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First Friday Art Walk 2012 Gallery Links
The Vision Clinic
vision clinic
The Vision Clinic
Wil Fischer Cos.
Visit Wil Fischer Co.
Nomad
nomad
Nomad
It's All Downtown
It's All Downtown
Visit itsalldowntown.com
The Hamels Foundation
Hamels
Visit the The Hamels Foundation
Springfield Regional Arts Council
SRAC
Visit the Arts Council

First Friday Art Walk 2012 Gallery Links
The Vision Clinic
vision clinic
The Vision Clinic
Wil Fischer Cos.
Visit Wil Fischer Co.
Nomad
nomad
Nomad
It's All Downtown
It's All Downtown
Visit itsalldowntown.com
The Hamels Foundation
Hamels
Visit the The Hamels Foundation
Springfield Regional Arts Council
SRAC
Visit the Arts Council

First Friday Art Walk 2012 Gallery Links
The Vision Clinic
vision clinic
The Vision Clinic
Wil Fischer Cos.
Visit Wil Fischer Co.
Nomad
nomad
Nomad
It's All Downtown
It's All Downtown
Visit itsalldowntown.com
The Hamels Foundation
Hamels
Visit the The Hamels Foundation
Springfield Regional Arts Council
SRAC
Visit the Arts Council

First Friday Art Walk 2012 Gallery Links
The Vision Clinic
vision clinic
The Vision Clinic
Wil Fischer Cos.
Visit Wil Fischer Co.
Nomad
nomad
Nomad
It's All Downtown
It's All Downtown
Visit itsalldowntown.com
The Hamels Foundation
Hamels
Visit the The Hamels Foundation
Springfield Regional Arts Council
SRAC
Visit the Arts Council
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May 2012 Art Walk

        Come Downtown this Friday for a stellar First Friday Art Walk, 6-10 p.m. May 4! Art Walkers will enjoy an action-packed evening of art, music, food and culture in 26 participating venues, including brand new member RSVPaint, 420 S. Campbell, Ste. 1, which features Artist and Painting Instructor Nick Widman painting live during the Walk.

       Randy Bacon is taking the party to the street with live music, live art and more during the 3rd Annual May Street Festival.  

      Go international with the Cinco de Mayo Celebration at MSU Center of International Programs and Taiwanese artists Cheng-Syuan Liu and Thomas Cheong Kah Ho: Metal and Clay, at Springfield Pottery.

     Student and senior shows take the Art Walk by storm in May. Don't miss the Fine Art Student Showcase at OTC Fine Art Gallery at The Gillioz; the Senior Capstone Exhibit at Drury Pool Art Center Gallery; Graduating Senior Artwork at Evangel Bellwether Gallery; Ode to Dysfunction by MSU Senior Amy Byrum at Good Girl Art Gallery; and BFA Senior Exhibitions at MSU Brick City Gallery, MSU Student Exhibition Center and MSU Center of International Programs.

Abundant Life presents variety of art, plus
live music at the May 4 Art Walk
Abundant Life      This month at Abundant Life Covenant Church, 157 Park Central Square, Photographer Nate Sims will be displaying images from his professional work titled: Life on the Water. Tyler Thrasher will be displaying his Flame Test paintings, creating art LIVE and accepting commissions for his year-long "Commissioned Christmas" project. For this project, Tyler will be selling his artwork and putting the proceeds towards helping those in need with coats and clothing for Christmas 2012. Also check out Chris Wood's abstract art with poetry series entitled; "Where Are You?", Horse Power images by Harold Patterson and Spring images by Dr. Annette Wardell.  Plus, LIVE music  and FREE refreshments. (417) 864-4971, www.abundantlifecovenantchurch.com Office hours 9-4:30 p.m. M-F; Services 7:30 p.m. W, 10 a.m. Sun.  
Canvas presents original local art,
Derek King cabaret at May 4 Art Walk
        Canvas, 315 South Avenue, presents Derek King in an evening of cabaret music upstairs with two shows, 7-8 and 9-10, during the May Art Walk, plus enjoy a variety of original local art. Canvas is designed to connect people relationally through the creative arts and to see the city transformed through Performances and Visual Art, Dance, Music and Writing. (417) 869-4138 Open on First Fridays and by appointment 
Enjoy Mark Gilmore's From the Garden, plus Resolution Reuse donor drive & P.E.A.C.E Thru Massage chair massage at CaraDee
CaraDee
Image by CaraDee Photography
        CaraDee Photography Fine Art Portraits and Gallery
, 305 E. Walnut, is the place to be during the May Art Walk! CaraDee presents featured artist Mark Gilmore with his collection From the Garden. In addition, Resolution Reuse has set up a temporary station for people to drop off donations to benefit The Epilepsy Foundation! With every donation of clothes, purses, belts, children's toys, and anything else you may clean out of your closet, CaraDee Photography will give you a free session ($95 value). We will also have P.E.A.C.E. Thru Massage there giving chair massages! (417) 368-7341 www.caraspictures.com  
The Art of Process: The Living Studio features
Artist Brad Noble at The Creamery Arts Center
        
Deconstructed by Brad Noble
Deconstructed by Brad Noble
The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway, presents a phenomenal art program that runs throughout the month of May. Don't miss The Art of Process: The Living Studio with renowned Artist Brad Noble, and enjoy The Creamery's display of Brad's work during the May 4 Art Walk. A month-long artist program, The Art of Process: The Living Studio will include some of Noble's completed works, works in process, and a master class and discussion centered on the acclaimed Springfield artist. The Arts Library at The Creamery will effectively become Brad Noble's studio for the duration. Contact SRAC for more information: (417) 862-ARTS (2787) www.SpringfieldArts.org Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F; closed major holidays

 

The Art of Karolyn Farrell comes to DB Design in May

DB Design Salon & Gallery  DB Design Salon & Art Gallery, 326 Campbell, presents the Art of Karolyn Farrell, plus an ongoing show of digital paintings by Robert & Deanna Henion. DB Design also offers a unique collection of original pottery by Cheryl Matlock, Julia Schaefer, John Ehlers, Katrina Stevens, George Milne and Duane Bone; and jewelry by Tammy Kirks. (417) 864-4343   

Senior Capstone Exhibition at Drury Pool Art Center Gallery captures personal university experience in art

 Pool Art Center Gallery Drury Pool Art Center Gallery, 940 N. Clay St., presents the Senior Capstone Exhibition, featuring capstone projects of Drury seniors in the Department of Art & Art History who are pursuing BA degrees in Art History, Design Arts and Fine Arts. Enjoy the Reception & Departmental Distinction Awards Ceremony, 6-9 p.m. during the May 4 Art Walk.These projects summarize, from an individual perspective, the seniors' years of study at Drury. Work for the Senior Capstone Exhibition includes ceramics, design, fibers, painting, photography and sculpture. (417) 873-7263 www.drury.edu/pacgallery Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. M, T, W, F; 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Evangel Bellwether Gallery welcomes show of
Graduating Senior Artwork in May

 Evangel University   

     The Evangel University Bellwether Gallery, 600 W. College, Ste. 116, presents Graduating Senior Artwork on display during the May 4 Art Walk. (417) 865-2815, ext. 7258 Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. W-Sat   

International Award Winner Farmers Gastropub
presents Artists at Work during the May 4 Art Walk

Farmer's Gastropub Farmers Gastropub, 431 S. Jefferson, Ste. 160, recently garnered international headlines when U.K.-based newspaper The Telegraph named the Springfield gastropub Best Restaurant in its Best of British competition.  Enjoy the art of gastropub cuisine, plus Artists at Work during the May 4 Art Walk. Artists demonstrate and sell their art in an echo of the art scene at Montmartre, Paris. Farmers Gastropub invites artists who are interested in demonstrating their talents on future First Fridays to contact owner Bill Griffiths. (417) 864-6994 www.farmersgastropub.com. The Gastropub is open 9:30-11 p.m. M-W and 9:30 a.m.-midnight Th-Sat, with Bistro Dining 6-9:30 p.m. Th-Sat   

Featured Artist Ann Meese takes the
spotlight at Fresh Gallery in May
Art by Ann Meese 
Art by Ann Meese
        Fresh Gallery, 400 W. Walnut, presents Featured Artist Ann Meese in May. "I believe that God gives each of us great gifts and talents to enjoy during our lives," Ann says. "Our challenge is to identify these gifts, develop our talents, use them in positive ways and share them with others. My artwork is a celebration of one of these most precious gifts. I hope
Art by Ann Meese 
Art by Ann Meese
that sharing my paintings brings some sense of joy or peace to my fellow 'life travelers.'" A lifelong lover of art and nature, Ann also spent 35 years as an educator and administrator in SpringfieldCatholic Schools. She has continued to teach as an artist-in-residence with Springfield Regional Arts Council. www.freshgallery.org. (417) 862-9300 Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. T-Sat 
Visit Good Girl Art Gallery for Mortuary Series,
Senior Show Ode To Dysfunction

  
Mortuary Series
Mortuary Series
by Sarah-Marie Elisabeth Land
     Good Girl Art Gallery, 325 E. Walnut St., Ste. 101,  presents two fabulous shows in May. Mortuary Series is a show of photography by Sarah-Marie Elisabeth Land. "Walking into the environmental landscape of a mortuary can be a surreal experience," Land says. "The space can at once be described as elegant and formal, yet sterile and haunting. In the American culture, the funeral home holds a strange melancholic stigma, a faux pas of sorts." Through this series of photographs the
Ode To Dysfunction 
Ode To Dysfunction by Amy Byrum 
artist seeks to investigate the space of the mortuary - the inorganic and the organic, the familiar and the strange. Ode to Dysfunction is a senior show by MSU Senior Amy Byrum. Amy reflects on her own family dynamics with this series of ink drawings. "The way people interact fascinates me," Amy says. "We need people; we're afraid to be alone. We long for connection. Yet at the same time, it's amazing how we can mistreat each other, neglect our families, become self-absorbed, and overall oblivious to the needs of people we care about. I like exploring these topics, and calling attention to them, but I like doing so with an air of sarcasm and satire." (417) 865-7055 www.goodgirlartgallery.com Open
11 a.m.-7 p.m. T-Sat
Hawthorn Galleries presents Dreamscapes:
New Works by Sally Johnson,
plus music by Dale Augustson
  
Bluebell Woods IV by Sally Johnson
Bluebell Woods IV by Sally Johnson
    

Hawthorn Galleries Inc., 214 E. Walnut St.is pleased to present

Alexandra Park V by Sally Johnson
Alexandra Park V by Sally Johnson

Dreamscapes: New Works by Sally Johnson. A painter for over 40 years, local artist Sally Johnson's work involves the stillness of isolated moments that take place in the mind. Her unique form of magical realism utilizes our memory, imagination, and intuition creating a dual sense of the familiar and the mysterious. Meet artist Sally Johnson and enjoy live music by guitarist Dale Augustson during the opening Artist Reception during Art Walk. (417) 866-6688 www.hawthorngalleries.com Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. T-F; 1-5 p.m. Sat 

Enjoy Local Student Artwork at
Hollywood Theaters College Station 14
Hollywood Theaters         Hollywood Theaters College Station 14, 415 W. College Street, is a family-friendly theater that is proud to show the artistry of cinema 365 days a year. For First Friday Art Walk, Hollywood will be showcasing Local Student Artwork. Bring the family and come see the creativity of Springfield's youth! Visit us online at www.gohollywood.com
Hollywood 
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Amber Dougan 
Photography by Amber Dougan
Enjoy Photography by Amber Dougan, Abstract Paintings by John Payne at Kiss My Gas Scooters
        Kiss My Gas Scooters!, 212 S. Campbell, presents Photography by Amber Dougan and Abstract Paintings by John Payne in May. Also, view the latest models of fuel-efficient scooters, plus plenty of accessories and apparel for the well-dressed rider. (417) 863-9600.  www.kissmygasscooters.com
John Payne 
Painting by John Payne
Brick City Gallery presents BFA Senior Exhibitions
for studio art and design practicum students
Brick City Gallery

 MSU Brick City Gallery, 215 W. Mill,  presents BFA Senior Exhibitions for students graduating from a variety of studio areas in the East Gallery; and Design Practicum students in the West Gallery. Included in the exhibitions are Samantha Bracht, Amanda Conner, Scarlett McCall, Greg Niemann, Sam Macpherson, Annie Lorenz, Tim Eickmeier, Tim Estes, Megan Johnson, Megan Spree and Justin Fleming. (417) 829-5092 www.art.missouristate.edu/gallery.php Open 1-6 p.m. M-Sat, closed Sunday, Monday and University holidays

MSU Student Exhibition Center presents
The Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition
SEC Gallery

        MSU Student Exhibition Center, 838 E. Walnut St., features the inventive art of the Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition. Students involved in this exhibit showcase a number of mediums as they present the final show of their studies at Missouri State University. Participants are: Robert Cole, Photography; Kelsey Duncan, Drawing; David Fuentes, Photography; Tiffany Henson, Animation; Natalie Link, Drawing; Carissa Parks, Photography; Laura Rutter, Photography; and Stephen Shoge, Photography. (417) 836-6999  www.sec.missouristate.edu
Open 1-5 p.m. T-Sat, closed major holidays and University holidays

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at MSU Center of International Programs
       MSU Center of International Programs, 301 S. Jefferson, celebrates Cinco de Mayo. Visit the Jim D.Morris Center to immerse yourself in Latin American heritage and enjoy a sampling of international food. Our featured artist is Megan Spree. This is Ms. Spree's BFA Senior Exhibition in photography. (417) 836-3733  http://international.missouristate.edu  
Enjoy local art, microbrand clothing and live
music with Nomad during the May 4 Walk
 nomad      Nomad, 318 W. Walnut, features Live Music and Live Art during the May 4 Art Walk, including artists Nick Tarr and Mark Skidmore. Also, experience Nomad's five micro-brand clothing lines, plus original purses, wallets, travel bags, jewelry, and one-off furniture. 417-559-9695
Obelisk Home puts its heart where the art is with
Art Auctions
to benefit Humane Society, Habitat for Humanity
  Obelisk Auctions         Obelisk Home at the Inspired Commerce Building, 214 W. Phelps,   presents a pair of art auctions to benefit local charities the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri and Habitat for Humanity. A Silent Art Auction featuring original works donated by some of the area's finest artists will raise funds for the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri. All proceeds will go to provide shelter and wellness for homeless pets, education and outreach. Obelisk also launches the 6th Annual Drury University Bird House Auction during the May 4 Art Walk, with proceeds benefiting the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity. The silent auction of these skillfully adorned birdhouses begins at the May 4 Art Walk and continues through the month of May. (417) 616-6488 www.obeliskhome.com 
Visit OTC Fine Art Gallery at The Gillioz for Fine Art Student Showcase & Exhibition 2012 and Storm Drain Reveal 2012
OTC Showcase 2012

        OTC Fine Art Gallery at The Gillioz, 325 Park Central East, Third Floor,  presents its Fine Art Student Showcase & Exhibition Spring 2012. Enjoy artwork from OTC Fine Art Students in Drawing I and II, Two Dimensional Design, Three Dimensional Design, Printmaking, and Painting I, plus live performances from students in Songwriting, Piano and Classical Guitar I and II, and the OTC Choir. Enjoy short one-act plays performed by Theater 101 students at 8:30 p.m., and see original short films, produced by OTC Electronic Media Production students, in the OTC Fine Art classrooms. Meanwhile, on the first floor of the OTC Showcase 2012Gillioz, OTC Fine Art Gallery presents photographs on aluminum from this year's Storm Drain Reveal 2012 murals, which were designed and painted to raise awareness about clean water. OTC's own Kat Allie took a leadership role in involving her students, and several 2012 muralists are OTC artists. Muralists are Michele Ellison, Laura Lynch, Cassie Brasher, Kat Philbin, Jeanene Turney, Travis Burnbee, Joshua O'Byrne and Jessica West, Kayla Campbell, Anthony Weaver and Samantha Lowther. You can also see the images at Artsfest on Walnut Street. The Storm Drain Reveal 2012 is a project of James River Basin Partnership and the City of Springfield Department of Public Works. (417) 447-8873 Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. M-Th; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. F; and 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on First Fridays 

Enjoy Art by Photographer Stephen Thompson
at Park Central Branch Library
Park Central Branch Library

Park Central Branch Library, 128 Park Central Square, invites you to the Library on the Square for First Friday Art Walk, a cultural happening in the Downtown Arts District. In May, see Art by Photographer Stephen Thompson, who specializes in black-and-white prints and Springfield-area subject matter. (417) 831-1342 www.facebook.com/parkcentrallibrary Open 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. M-Th; 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m. F-Sat 

Randy Bacon's Monarch Art Factory celebrates
3rd Annual May Street Festival during Art Walk
Monarch Art Factory 
Monarch Art Factory
       
Randy Bacon Photography and Figment Art Gallery in the Monarch Art Factory, 600 W. College St., presents the 3rd Annual May Street Festival, celebrating life in the community by highlighting local artists, businesses and non-profit organizations. Enjoy live music and free refreshments throughout the evening. Springfield Public Schools will showcase New Murals by Students plus a visual arts display within Randy Bacon Gallery. Booths by local business and non-profit organizations will be set up outside the Monarch Art Factory on College Street, including The Cup, Eurasia Caf�, 5 # Apparel, and Art Feeds, who will be bringing their art bus! Local artists, including the resident artists from Figment Gallery and Culture House will create works live, inspired by the evening's activities. Join us as we enjoy downtown Springfield, and the people that have contributed to the growth and life of our city! Information regarding free photography sittings will be available during Art Walk, and art classes by Figment Gallery resident artists are enrolling for Summer 2012. (417) 868-8179 www.randybacon.com
Open
11 a.m.-6 p.m. T-F; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat
Enjoy the Work of Award-Winning
Artist Gavyn Sky at Revel Advertising
        Revel Advertising, 214 W. Phelps, Ste.102, conveniently Gavyn Sky located next to Obelisk Home in the Inspired Commerce building, is proud to display original works by Award-Winning Artist Gavyn Sky. Gavyn's unique paintings have an interactive and captivating quality that has art lovers across the country taking notice. "Art is so complex and yet so simple. We know when we are touched by something. You can feel it physically. My art is designed to create the same physical reaction in you." - Gavyn Sky (417) 368-6966  www.reveladvertising.com 
RSVPaint debuts on Art Walk in May
with Live Painting by Artist/Instructor Nick Widman
 
RSVPaint           RSVPaint, 420 S. Campbell, Ste. 1, next to Springfield Pottery, celebrates its very first First Friday Art Walk with an opening reception and live painting by Artist Nick Widman. A native Springfieldian, Nick holds a BA in studio art, painting and printmaking from the University of Arkansas. He has worked as a master printer and a studio manager in California at Art Explosion Studios, Poloto Art, Trillium Press, and Electric Works. Newly returned to the Springfield art scene, Nick is expressing his gift for teaching art as an instructor at RSVPaint. If you're inspired by what you see at the Art Walk RSVPaint galleries, RSVPaint invites you to discover your own creative skills! RSVPaint offers painting classes on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Bring a bottle of wine or your favorite beverage and enjoy an evening creating your own masterpiece with the help of a local artist! Relax, Sip, Visit & Paint! (417) 569-4492 www.RSVPaint.com
 Springfield Hot Glass Studio demonstrates
Venetian Vases during May 4 Art Walk   
          Springfield Hot Glass Studio,
Enjoy colorful blown glass at Springfield Hot Glass Studio
The Beauty of Blown Glass
314 S. Campbell Ave., demonstrates Venetian Vases in May. Springfield Hot Glass is a working hot glass studio/gallery with facilities for furnace, torch and kiln work. Enjoy live demonstrations on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and First Fridays! (417) 868-8181 www.springfieldhotglass.com Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. T-Sat 
 Cheng-Syuan Liu and Thomas Cheong Kah Ho: Metal and Clay
brings unique jewelry, ceramics to Springfield Pottery 
Springfield Pottery          Springfield Pottery, 416 S. Campbell Ave., 

presents Cheng-Syuan Liu and Thomas Cheong Kah Ho: Metal and Clay, an exhibition of current work by visiting Taiwan National University artists and students, Cheng-Syuan Liu and Thomas Cheong Kah Ho. Cheng-Syuan Liu is a third-year graduate student in the Contemporary Jewelry Design program at Taiwan National University of the Arts in Tainan, Taiwan. She is a 25-year-old jeweler who grew up in Taipei. While she is trained as a metalsmith and works with the precision of a traditional jeweler, much of her work is made using bright-colored plastics. Her bright, playful kinetic earrings, which will be exhibited at Springfield Pottery, are inspired by medical technology. Thomas Cheong Kah Ho is a graduate student from Tainan University and comes from Singapore. He is a clay artist whose work is a re-interpretation of ancient pottery vessels and primitive techniques as imagined spaces in visions of the future. (417) 864-4677. www.springfieldpottery.com Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. T-Sat

 The Vision Clinic presents
Artist Garrett Larson in May  
vision clinic         

     The Vision Clinic, 213 W Olive St., Ste. 101, presents Artist Garrett Larson for the May Art Walk. With a background in architecture, urban planning and fine art, Garrett is completing a Fine Art Certificate in mixed media this year at the Kansas City Art Institute, and he is currently spearheading a social enterprise art gallery, Grapple Fine Art, in Kansas City. Garrett approaches reality by way of fantasy, creating works that evoke whimsy while examining life's many questions and concerns. Select works by Garrett have been exhibited in Kansas City and Springfield, and other pieces are in private collections in Las Vegas, Charleston, Austin, and Kansas City. Good vision meets artistic vision at The Vision Clinic. (417) 862-3937 www.myvisionclinic.com (417) 862-3937 www.myvisionclinic.com 

I look forward to seeing you at the May 4 Art Walk! For more details on Art Walk's participating venues, please visit www.ffaw.org.
Sincerely,
 
Clarissa French
First Friday Art Walk