Past Exhibitions & Events

  • From Stone to Silicone: The Future of Printmaking with Michael Menchaca & Maggie Denk-Leigh

    Location: Virtual To attend the free program, REGISTER ON ZOOM   Printmaking has always been based on technology and innovation. From the advent of woodcut prints in Imperial China, to the revolution of stone lithography and the speed of digital reproduction, artists have continued to push the ...

    May 31 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • 2023 Annual Meeting of Members

    The Annual Meeting of the Members of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve will be held in the AAWR Gallery Friday May 5, 2023, from 5 – 6:30pm.   All AAWR members in good standing are welcome to attend or participate via proxy vote. Unsure of your membership status or need special acco...

    May 5 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • A.I. Art with Jamal Collins and Alfred Cowger

      Only a few years ago, art created by computers sounded like science-fiction. Now, all it takes is a scroll on social media to encounter this latest art world phenomenon. But how does artificial intelligence create art in the first place? And where do traditional artists fit into the equation?...

    April 22 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Laser Engraving Workshop and Collaborative Art Project Session 2

    Dates: Saturday, April 15th & Sunday, April 16th 1:00 – 4:00pm Location: In-person at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve 1834 East 123rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44106   As part of their ongoing Art & Technology programming series, the Artists Archives will host the Fab Cab, a p...

    April 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Laser Engraving Workshop and Collaborative Art Project Session 1

      Dates: Saturday, April 15th & Sunday, April 16th 1:00 – 4:00pm Location: In-person at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve 1834 East 123rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44106   As part of their ongoing Art & Technology programming series, the Artists Archives will host the Fab C...

    April 15 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • The Truth About NFTs with Arabella Proffer

      Location: In-person at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve 1834 East 123rd Street, Cleveland OH 44102   NFTs have been getting a lot of attention as of late. Between the promotional antics of politicians and the volatility of cryptocurrency, there’s been a tidal wave of misinfo...

    March 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Joseph O’Sickey PBS Documentary Screening at Judson Manor

      To accompany their satellite exhibition The Lens of Joseph O’Sickey at Judson Manor, the Artists Archives will host an in-person screening of the PBS Western Reserve documentary, Joseph O’Sickey: The Art of Life on Wednesday March 1st 4:00 – 5:00pm in Judson’s historic ballroom. 1890 ...

    March 1 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Remembering John Jackson: A Community Gathering

      In 2006, the art world was rocked by the double homicide of sculptor John Jackson and photographer Masumi Hayashi in the building where they lived and kept studios on the West Side of Cleveland. While nearly two decades later the tragedy of their deaths still looms large, what truly endures o...

    February 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Stuart Pearl Artist Talk @ Kendal

      To accompany the satellite exhibition Stories in Light: Stuart Pearl at Kendal, an in-person artist talk will be held on Friday, January 6th, beginning at 4pm. During the 45-minute PowerPoint presentation, Pearl will share the stories behind the stunning images on display, as well as show ad...

    January 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Q & A with Archived Artist Rebecca Kaler

      When the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve adds a new artist to their permanent collection, they offer the artist either a solo or dual exhibition. Beginning November 17th, the AAWR will feature the work of Rebecca Kaler in Fallout, an inaugural show which highlights the last nineteen d...

    December 10, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Stories in Light: Stuart Pearl at Kendal

      This winter, Stories in Light, a retrospective featuring the work of Archived Artist Stuart Pearl, will be traveling to the Kendal Gallery. The Artists Archive’s satellite exhibition will be on view beginning December 6. The gallery is located at 600 Kendal Drive, Oberlin, OH and is ope...

    December 6, 2022 @ 9:00 am - January 30, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
  • Disability Friendly Puppet Making Workshop – Session 2

      As part of the W/O Limits: Art, Chronic Illness, & Disability exhibition, the Artists Archives will host a puppet making workshop led by exhibiting artist Nate Puppets with facilitation by Clinical Social Worker Chris Richards-Pagel, BFA, MSW, APSW. These small group events are designe...

    November 6, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Disability Friendly Puppet Making Workshop – Session 1

      As part of the W/O Limits: Art, Chronic Illness, & Disability exhibition, the Artists Archives will host a puppet making workshop led by exhibiting artist Nate Puppets with facilitation by Clinical Social Worker Chris Richards-Pagel, BFA, MSW, APSW. These small group events are designed f...

    November 5, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • ReelAbilities Cleveland – Film Screening, Improv, & Panel Discussion!

      The Artists Archives of the Western Reserved is thrilled to have ReelAbilities Cleveland as a community partner of the W/O Limits: Art, Chronic Illness, & Disability exhibition! On Wednesday, October 26, W/O Limits exhibiting artist Meg Matko and curator Megan Alves will be participating ...

    October 26, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Accessibility in the Arts Virtual Panel Discussion

      According to the CDC, an estimated 26% of Americans experience some form of disability, with Women and People of Color being affected at rates much higher than their peers. Inclusion and accessibility are everyone’s responsibility, and the arts community can be the vanguard of social change...

    October 12, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • NewNow 2022

      Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony: Thursday September 15, from 6:00pm – 8:30pm Exhibition Location: Gallery East | Cuyahoga Community College Eastern Campus | Education Center (EEC) 134 | 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills, OH 44122 Exhibition Parking: Free parking in Lots B and H...

    September 15, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - October 28, 2022 @ 3:30 pm
  • CAN Artist/Curator Walk & Talk

    UPDATE! 8/2/2022: Due to illness, Artist Derek Walker will be unable to participate in the CAN Artist/Curator Walk & Talk on Wednesday, August 3rd. CAN Triennial artist Gary R. Williams has kindly offered to join us in his stead. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow at 5:30pm!   Contempor...

    August 3, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
  • CAN X FRONT with Fred Bidwell & Michael Gill

      Moderator: Tizziana Baldenebro (Executive Director- SPACES) Program Location: Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (moCa), 11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106 Event Cost: Free To attend the program, register on Eventbrite.   This summer, the region will be awash in art as the CAN Triennial...

    July 23, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Mindy Tousley & George Roby | Manifestations in Paper & Clay

    Opening Reception | Mansfield Art Center | Sunday, June 26 | 1-5pm Satellite Exhibition Location | Mansfield Art Center | Foundation Gallery | 700 Marion Ave. Mansfield, OH 44906 | 419.756.1700 Mansfield Art Center Hours | Tuesday: 11-5, Wednesday: 11-5, Thursday: 11-5, Friday: 11-5, Saturday: 10-4,...

    June 26, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - August 7, 2022 @ 4:00 pm
  • Tremont Vanguards

      The transformation of Tremont has been swift and profound. Where once shuttered homes and dilapidated store fronts clung to life, now art galleries, chic restaurants, and luxury apartments crowd the narrow streets.  But before there were high-rises, there were artists – a bold creative cla...

    June 15, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • 2022 Annual Meeting of Members

    The Annual Meeting of the Members of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve will be held in the AAWR Gallery Friday May 6, 2022, from 5 – 6:30pm. All AAWR members in good standing are welcome to attend or participate via proxy vote. Unsure of your membership status or need special accommodati...

    May 6, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • NewNow 2022 – CALL FOR ENTRY

    CALL FOR ENTRY: UPDATE 6/29/2022: new EXTENDED DEADLINE for entry: 11:59pm on Monday, JULY 4, 2022.    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is pleased to announce a CALL FOR ENTRY for the NewNow 2022, Northeast Ohio’s premier biannual competitive art exhibition to be held Septe...

    May 1, 2022 @ 12:00 am - June 30, 2022 @ 11:59 pm
  • Digital Dilemmas: Basic Photo Editing – Desktop/Laptop

      Workshop: Digital Dilemmas: Basic Photo Editing Smartphone Session: Wednesday, April 27, 5:00 – 6:30pm at the Artists Archives REGISTER FOR SMARTPHONE SESSION Desktop/Laptop Session: Saturday, April 30, 1:00 – 2:30pm at the Artists Archives REGISTER FOR DESKTOP/LAPTOP SESSION Limit/Regis...

    April 30, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Digital Dilemmas: Basic Photo Editing – Smartphone

      Workshop: Digital Dilemmas: Basic Photo Editing Smartphone Session: Wednesday, April 27, 5:00 – 6:30pm at the Artists Archives. REGISTER FOR SMARPHONE SESSION Desktop/Laptop Session: Saturday, April 30, 1:00 – 2:30pm at the Artists Archives REGISTER FOR DESKTOP/LAPTOP SESSION Limit: Limit...

    April 27, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Travels to Taiwan: A Journey in Prints

      When master printer Karen D. Beckwith arrived in Taiwan in the spring of 2021, she was met with a world of shuttered windows instead of a sea of churning life. While many would have seen only impasse, Beckwith discovered inspiration, turning her search for the subtle pulse of existence into a...

    April 6, 2022 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Stories in Light: Stuart Pearl Virtual Artist Talk

      Photographer Stuart Pearl is a distinct product of Cleveland. A life-long resident and second-generation Ohio artist, his work reflects the region’s shifting industrial realities, hidden revelations, and the people who travel its landscape.   To accompany the exhibition Stories in Light: S...

    February 16, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Stories in Light: Small Group Artist Talk

    *PLEASE NOTE* Due to continued inclement weather, this tour has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 12th, 1-2pm. If you have already RSVP’d, your reservation has been automatically transferred to the new event date. Our apologies for any inconvenience! Please email mindy@artistsarchives.org...

    February 12, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Virtual Artist Talk: Mark Howard, Tom Roese, & Arnold Tunstall

      To accompany AAWR’s satellite exhibition LGBTQ Artists of Northeast Ohio, Kendal at Oberlin and the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve are pleased to present a Virtual Artist Talk. Join artists Mark Howard, Tom Roese, and Arnold Tunstall as they share their work, practice, and creative...

    January 14, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Contemporary Glass with Susie Silbert

      Glass has been used in art for millennia. Traditionally valued for its form and function, the last 70 years have seen rapid innovations in studio glass technique and revolutions in its content. Contemporary artists are pushing the material to its limits and using the ubiquitous medium to take...

    December 8, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
  • Our AIDS Story at moCa

      Our memories. Our lives. Our AIDS Story.   As part of their presentations of the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, the Artists Archive of the Western Reserve and the Museum of Contemporary Art (moCa) Cleveland have come together to host two collaborative story sharing programs. The first was...

    December 1, 2021 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Dollmaking with PRIDE!

      Join moCa AIR Artist-in-Residence Joyce Morrow Jones on Saturday October 16 & Sunday October 17, 10am-3pm, for a special PRIDE edition of her popular doll making workshop. Allow the creative spirit to flow as you craft a traditional bottle doll celebrating your very own PRIDE story. All m...

    October 16, 2021 @ 10:00 am - October 17, 2021 @ 3:00 pm
  • ART + AIDS: A Virtual Panel Discussion

      AIDS and visual art are inextricably linked. From the searing images of David Wojnarowicz to ACT UP’s powerful SILENCE = DEATH campaign and the countless lives memorialized by the National AIDS Quilt, art has been used as a call to arms and means of comfort for an entire generation impacted by ...

    October 6, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Our AIDS Story

      Our memories. Our lives. Our AIDS Story.   To accompany their exhibitions of the National AIDS Memorial Quilt, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve and the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (moCa) will come together to host two collaborative story sharing programs. The first, o...

    September 25, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Un(masc)ing Drag History with Dr. Lady J

      What do you think of when you think of drag? For many, an image of a cisgender gay man comes to mind: an Ethel-Merman-type impersonator in a towering wig, lip-syncing show tunes amidst a maelstrom of kitsch and glitter. While the vision is not inaccurate, it’s not the whole story, and overl...

    September 14, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
  • Tom Roese CONVERGE Artist Talk

      As part of the CONVERGE exhibition of Ohio LGBTQ art, the Artists Archives in partnership with Judson Manor is pleased to present a virtual artist talk with Archived Artist Thomas Roese on Thursday, September 2, 4:00 – 5:00pm.   Join Roese as he reveals insights into his creative p...

    September 2, 2021 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • CONVERGE: LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland

    CONVERGE Venue Name: LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland Venue Location: 6705 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 Venue Exhibition Dates: August 29 – October 16 Gallery Hours: Mon Wed Thu Fri 10am – 8pm, Tue 10am – 6pm Venue Website: Home – LGBT Community Center (lgbtcleveland.org) Venue Conta...

    August 26, 2021 @ 10:00 am - October 16, 2021 @ 5:00 pm
  • CONVERGE: Lake Erie College

    The end of CONVERGE is almost here! It has been an amazing run and we are looking forward to celebrating with you during the Closing Reception at Lake Erie College on Thursday, October 14, 4:30 – 7:30pm. This is your chance to see the part of the exhibition installed in beautiful Royce Hall for th...

    August 26, 2021 @ 8:30 am - October 16, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
  • CONVERGE: MetroHealth

    CONVERGE  Venue Name: Cleveland MetroHealth Venue Location: MetroHealth | Rammelkamp Atrium & Outpatient Plaza Atrium |2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland OH 44109 Additional Venue Information: Park in the visitor’s garage on MetroHealth Drive, across from the towers –  bring your parking ti...

    August 26, 2021 @ 8:00 am - October 16, 2021 @ 8:00 pm
  • William Martin Jean CONVERGE Artist Talk at Judson Manor

      On Wednesday, July 28th 4:00 – 5:00, join Archived Artist William Martin Jean and CONVERGE curator Kelly Pontoni for an in-person artist talk at Judson Manor.   Jean will discuss his work in the exhibition, which includes the Ancient Fragment and Vestment Series, two collections deepl...

    July 28, 2021 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Adventures in Art Collecting with Christopher Richards

      Art collecting isn’t just for the rich and privileged – it can be accessible, youthful, and at times, downright adventurous!   On Wednesday July 14th 7:00 – 8:00pm, the Artists Archives will host Adventures in Art Collecting with curator and arts writer Christopher Richards. Follow...

    July 14, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • CONVERGE: Judson Manor

    CONVERGE Venue Name: Judson Manor Retirement Community Venue Location: South Concourse Gallery | 1890 E 107th St. Cleveland, OH 44106 Venue Exhibition Dates: July 1 – October 31, 2021 Gallery Hours: Daily 10am – 4pm Venue Website: Retirement Community in University Circle, OH | Judson Manor ...

    July 1, 2021 @ 10:00 am - September 26, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
  • Phyllis Sloane Virtual Studio Tour & Curator Talk

      As part of its ongoing partnership with Judson Manor, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is pleased to announce Print & Process, a satellite exhibition which combines work from the museum’s permanent collection with restrikes of historic plates created by students from the Clev...

    June 23, 2021 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • 25th Anniversary Summer FUN-Drive

      Our Board is bored with the average fundraiser- so this summer we’re doing something different! In honor of the Artists Archives’ 25th Anniversary, AAWR Board members will host unique challenges & activities to raise money to support the conservation of our growing collection of 1...

    June 9, 2021 - August 6, 2021
  • The May Show: The Museum, The Community, & The Story of Art in Cleveland

      Moderator: Michael Gill (Executive Director­- Collective Arts Network, Editor / Publisher- CAN Journal) Panelists: Henry Adams (Professor of Art History- Case Western Reserve University) Key Jo Lee (Director of Academic Affairs and Associate Curator of Special Projects- Cleveland Museum of A...

    May 12, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Annual Meeting of Members 2021

    Due to the events surrounding the Covid – 19 Global Pandemic the Annual Meeting of Members the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve will be held virtually via ZOOM on Friday May 7, 2021, 5:00 – 6:00pm. All AAWR members in good standing are welcome to attend or participate via proxy vote. ...

    May 7, 2021 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • 2021 Annual Members Exhibition

    Virtual Opening Reception: Thursday, April 8th 7:00 – 8:00pm VIEW OPENING RECEPTION Virtual Panel Discussion: The May Show: The Museum, The Community, & The Story of Art in Cleveland: Wednesday, May 12th 7:00 – 8:00pm on Zoom. Moderated by Michael Gill (CAN Journal), featuring Henry Adams (C...

    April 8, 2021 @ 8:00 am - May 29, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
  • Print & Process at Judson Manor

    Location of Exhibition: Judson Manor – South Concourse Gallery, 1890 E 107th St. Cleveland, OH 44106 Gallery Hours: 10:00am to 4:00pm daily. Please call (216) 532-1351 for additional information Virtual Program: Phyllis Sloane Virtual Studio Tour & Curator Talk: POSTPONED! New date TBA   ...

    April 1, 2021 @ 10:00 am - June 26, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
  • Women of the Archives: Oral Histories Premiere & Virtual Artist Talk

      In honor of Women’s History month, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is pleased to host Women of the Archives: Oral Histories Premiere and Artist Talk, Wednesday March 24, 4:00 – 5:00pm on Zoom.   Join us for the Oral Histories premiere of Archived Artists Elaine Albers Coh...

    March 24, 2021 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • 4 African American Women Artists You Should Know with Amalia Amaki

      It’s no secret, African American women have not been given their proper dues in society or in art history. For centuries, it was exclusively white men who decided what or who was worthy of study- but that’s changing, and black creators, particularly women, are slowly gaining the recogniti...

    March 10, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • NewNow 2021

    >>> View the NewNow 2021 <<<   Exhibition Location: Exclusively online at artistsarchives.org Virtual Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony: Thursday, February 18th , 7:00 – 8:00pm VIEW OPENING RECEPTION The NewNow 2021 catalog is now available! $20 + tax. To purchase, p...

    February 18, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - April 17, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
  • A Conversation Across Time: Responding to the Work of Kestutis Kizevicius

    Exhibition Location: Cleveland Institute of Art, Ann and Norman Roulet Student + Alumni Gallery, 11610 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106 Please Note: At this time, the exhibition is not open to the public, as building safety measures restrict access to the gallery to CIA students, staff and faculty...

    January 19, 2021 @ 9:00 am - February 20, 2021 @ 5:00 pm
  • Women of the Archives

    Location of Exhibition: Judson Manor – South Concourse Gallery, 1890 E 107th St. Cleveland, OH 44106 Gallery Hours: 10:00am to 4:00pm daily. Please call (216) 532-1351 for additional information Oral Histories Premiere & Virtual Artist Talk: Wednesday, March 24, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm CLICK H...

    January 5, 2021 @ 8:00 am - March 29, 2021 @ 5:00 pm
  • About Body | About Face Virtual Artist Talks Part II

      About Body | About Face Virtual Artist Talks Part II: Wednesday, December 9, 7:00 – 8:15pm featuring Lawrence Baker, Amanda D. King, and Tony Williams   Vilified, exotified, and commodified, for centuries black bodies have been treated as screens, a place to project white desires with ...

    December 9, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • About Body | About Face Virtual Artist Talks Part I

        About Body | About Face Virtual Artist Talks Part I: Wednesday, December 2, 7:00 – 8:15pm featuring Davon Brantley, Jacques P. Jackson, and Yvonne Palkowitsh   Vilified, exotified, and commodified, for centuries black bodies have been treated as screens, a place to project white...

    December 2, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
  • City Reveries: Virtual Artist Talk with Jennie Jones & Stuart Pearl

      On Wednesday, November 11, 4:00pm, please join photographers Jennie Jones and Stuart Pearl as they share their work and the architectural treasures of Cleveland, captured through their own unique lenses.    This intimate, virtual artist talk accompanies City Reveries, a satellite exhib...

    November 11, 2020 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • The Infamous Bridge Wars of 1836 with Judy MacKeigan

      On Wednesday November 4th, join Metroparks historian Judy MacKeigan on Zoom as she shines light on a little-known part of Cleveland’s past- the wars between the East and West banks of the Cuyahoga River. In 1836, a new bridge over the Cuyahoga, along with the impending demolishment of an ol...

    November 4, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Boo! Halloween Party and FUNdraiser

    Location: Held virtually on ZOOM Date/Time: Friday, October 30, 7:30 – 9:00pm Cost: $50 per household (unlimited guests per household) CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS ON EVENTBRITE!   Surprise! The Archives is holding a Halloween pop-up virtual FUNdraiser.   The evening will feature ghoulishl...

    October 30, 2020 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Through Our Lens: Photography as a Tool of Social Justice

      Images have taken a powerful place in the fight against police brutality. From documenting crimes against people of color, to increasing the visibility of protests, mass access to cell phones and digital photography have forever changed the nature of representation.   On Saturday, October 10...

    October 10, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • City Reveries at Judson Manor

      Virtual Artist Talk with Jennie Jones and Stuart Pearl: Wednesday, November 11th 4:00 – 5:00pm VIEW PROGRAM   AAWR’s first collaborative exhibition with Judson Manor. Curated by Kelly Pontoni, City Reveries is a visual walk through the city, showcasing the strength of urban ...

    October 1, 2020 @ 10:00 am - January 2, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
  • The Ardent Thread Virtual Artist Talks Part II

    As close to us as the clothes to our bodies, textiles hold an intimate place in our lives. This Summer, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is pleased to host The Ardent Thread, a textile invitational curated by Tony Williams which shares both the personal stories and passionate work of nine...

    August 26, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • The Legacy of African American Textile Art with Cynthia Lockhart

      As close to us as the clothes to our bodies, textiles hold an intimate place in our lives.  It is precisely this closeness which makes fiber a powerful tool to explore our individual and collective experiences. This summer, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve will host The Ardent Thr...

    August 15, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • The Ardent Thread Virtual Artist Talks Part I

        As close to us as the clothes to our bodies, textiles hold an intimate place in our lives. This Summer, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is pleased to host The Ardent Thread, a textile invitational curated by Tony Williams which shares both the personal stories and passionat...

    July 29, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • 2020 Annual Members Meeting

    To all current members* of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve: The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve cordially invites you to attend the Annual Meeting on Saturday, July 25, 11:00am – 12:00pm on the Zoom Meeting Platform The Annual Meeting will include reports by the AAWR Board,...

    July 25, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fantastical Landscapes

      Fantastical Landscapes: Satellite Exhibition at the Cleveland Botanical Gardens Works by: Lawrence Baker Harriet Ballard Ryn Clarke Robert Jergens Thomas Roese Newsom Shewitz Jean Sommer Kathleen Totter   Fantastical Landscapes was conceived to highlight some of the more unusual artistic...

    June 30, 2020 @ 10:00 am - September 14, 2020 @ 5:00 pm
  • Home to Home: Virtual Artists Talks Part II

      On May 1st & 8th, please join the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) for Home to Home: Virtual Artists Talks, a two-part online program featuring the Archived Artists of the 2020 Annual Members Exhibition.   In a series of energetic, 10-minute segments, local creators Mar...

    May 8, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Home to Home: Virtual Artists Talks Part I

      On May 1st & 8th, please join the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) for Home to Home: Virtual Artists Talks, a two-part online program featuring the Archived Artists of the 2020 Annual Members Exhibition.   In a series of energetic, 10-minute segments, local creators Mar...

    May 1, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • CALL FOR ENTRY: NewNow 2020

    May 29, 2020: To insure the safety of its community, Cuyahoga Community College’s Gallery East has announced it will stay closed for the remainder of 2020 . As a result, the NewNow has been postponed until January 2021, date TBA. The deadline for entry will be extended until SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 ...

    April 13, 2020 @ 8:00 am - September 1, 2020 @ 11:59 pm
  • Art without Limits: VR Technology with Peter Babula

    Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Art without Limits has been CANCELLED.  Please stay tuned for future programing opportunities at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve and stay safe out there!   ****** As part of its 2020 Annual Members Exhibition, the Artists Archives welcomes the return o...

    April 4, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • 2020 Annual Members Exhibition- CALL FOR ENTRY

    This spring, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve welcomes the return of its Annual Members Exhibition, featuring over 100 pieces by its professional-level member artists, hung salon-style in the main & office galleries. The show presents an exciting diversity of voices and media, as each...

    March 10, 2020 @ 10:00 am - March 14, 2020 @ 4:00 pm
  • Conservation Framing with Mindy Tousley Part II

    PROGRAM IS AT CAPACITY. Please CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAIT LIST, or call 216.721.9020. We will contact you if spots open up or if the class is offered in the future!   Artists! Need help getting your work “show ready” but don’t know where to start? Join AAWR Executive Director and accomplishe...

    March 7, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Conservation Framing with Mindy Tousley Part I

    PROGRAM IS AT CAPACITY. Please click HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST or call 216.721.9020.  We will contact you if spots open up or if the class is offered in the future!   Artists! Need help getting your work “show ready” but don’t know where to start? Join AAWR Executive Director and accomplishe...

    February 29, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Table for Two: Harriet Moore Ballard & Patricia Zinsmeister Parker

    RSVP EXTENDED DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 5th, 2020 To RSVP, please CLICK HERE or call 216.721.9020   Brunch Fundraiser: Table for Two: Harriet Moore Ballard & Patricia Zinsmeister Parker Date/Time: Sunday, February 16, 12-3pm Location: Huntington Convention Center Gallery, 1 St. Clair Av...

    February 16, 2020 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Table for Two: Harriet Moore Ballard & Patricia Zinsmeister Parker

      The Video Story: In the Spring of 2020, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve filmed this video to document Table for Two: Harriet Moore Ballard & Patricia Zinsmeister Parker, a satellite exhibition at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland Art Gallery.   At the time, we...

    February 11, 2020 @ 8:30 am - September 1, 2020 @ 5:00 pm
  • Ruth Bercaw: Bold Statements Artist Talk

      On Saturday, February 8th, 1-2pm, please join artist Ruth Bercaw for an intimate conversation about her life and work. The presentation, held in conjunction with her solo exhibition Bold Statements, will explore Bercaw’s influences, provide insights into her latest creations and feature a w...

    February 8, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Print and Process Curator’s Talk

      On Friday, January 17th, 4:30pm, please join AAWR Executive Director and Chief Curator Mindy Tousley and Collection’s Registrar Kelly Pontoni at Kendal at Oberlin for a curator’s talk on AAWR’s satellite exhibition Print and Process.   Print and Process features works from the ...

    January 17, 2020 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Everything in its Place: Personal Archiving with Karen Eterovich

    Program FREE- REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE to RSVP or call 216.721.9020   ATTENTION: Overwhelmed artists, families of artists and collectors- Do you have a studio, attic, or an entire home brimming with art? Want to get organized but don’t know where to start? Join the Art...

    November 23, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Foundations at the Cleveland Convention Center

    Location of Exhibition: Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland Art Gallery, 1 St. Clair Avenue NE, C2 Concourse Level Dates: November 7 – February 7, 2020 Opening Reception: Thursday, November 7, 5:30 – 8:00pm Gallery Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m   You are invite...

    November 7, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - February 7, 2020 @ 5:00 pm
  • Seeing the Unseen- a panel discussion moderated by Charles Peterson

    This Fall, as part of the seenUNseen exhibition, the Artists Archives is pleased to host a series of programs which promote the visibility of regional artists of color. seenUNseen, held in partnership with The Sculpture Center and presented by the Cleveland Foundation, combines work from the Kerry a...

    November 2, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Sharing the Spirit: Black Philanthropy & the Arts, a conversation with Kerry Davis and Dee Perry

      This Fall, as part of the seenUNseen exhibition, the Artists Archives is pleased to host a series of programs which promote the visibility of regional artists of color. seenUNseen, held in partnership with The Sculpture Center and presented by the Cleveland Foundation, combines work from the ...

    October 10, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Made in Cleveland

    Location of Exhibition: Tri-C’s Gallery East, Cuyahoga Community College, Eastern Campus, Education Center (EEC) 135, 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills, Ohio 44122 Dates: September 12 – October 17, 2019 Opening Reception: Thursday, September 12th, 6:00-8:30pm Gallery East Hours: Monday–Th...

    September 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - October 17, 2019 @ 3:30 pm
  • After the Burn: 50 Years of Progress on the Cuyahoga with Judy MacKeigan

                  This August, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to host 3 conservation-minded programs as part of its exhibition Environmental Impact: Stress, Hope and Transformation. Environmental Impact is a small group show which focuses on the r...

    August 21, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • African Safari 101: Supporting Wildlife Conservation through Ecotourism with Alex Shaland

    This August, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to host 3 conservation-minded programs as part of its exhibition Environmental Impact: Stress, Hope and Transformation. Environmental Impact is a small group show which focuses on the role of Ohio artists as activists, and features th...

    August 14, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Acacia: Environmental Impact with Stuart & Jeanne Pearl

      This August, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to host 3 conservation-minded programs as part of its exhibition Environmental Impact: Stress, Hope and Transformation. Environmental Impact is a small group show which focuses on the role of Ohio artists as activists, and feat...

    August 3, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • No Art Left Behind 2

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is pleased to announce the return of its premiere Legacy fundraising event, No Art Left Behind, to be held at their location in University Circle on Saturday, July 13, 4:00-7:00pm.   Only 75 tickets will be sold for this exciting event. Tickets holders wi...

    July 13, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Art without Limits: VR Technology (session 2)

    DUE UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, the Art without Limits: VR Technology program scheduled for Saturday, June 1st is CANCELLED.   We plan on rescheduling this event for a later date TBA.  Please contact us if you are interested in attending at that time.   Art without Limits: VR Technology Session ...

    June 1, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Art withouth Limits: VR Technology

    Art without Limits: VR Technology Session 1: Saturday, May 25, 1-3pm, Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, 1834 East 123rd Street, Cleveland OH 44106 Session 2: Saturday, June 1, 1-3pm, Blue Robot LLC, 1900 Superior Ave # 1900, Cleveland, OH   Ask any artist.  Art is physically demanding....

    May 25, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • 2019 Annual Members Meeting

    To all current members* of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve:   Artists Archives of the Western Reserve cordially invites you to attend the annual meeting to be held in the AAWR gallery:    Friday, May 3, 2019 at 5:00 P.M. 1834 E. 123rd Street Cleveland, Ohio   ANNUAL MEETING AGEND...

    May 3, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Foundry Studio Tour with Lisa Kenion

    Registration is required!  Please sign-up HERE on Eventbrite or call 216.721.9020 to reserve your spot.   As part of ART BITES series of programming and the 2019 Members Exhibition, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present a tour of the Foundry Studio lead by co-founder/...

    April 27, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Paid Arts Intern Program at Artists Archives- Summer 2019

    What is the Arts Intern program from Studio Institute? Founded by Agnes Gund in 1999, Arts Intern provides opportunities for college undergraduates to learn about nonprofit arts professions through internships in museums and cultural institutions. The program seeks candidates with demonstrated fina...

    April 11, 2019 @ 8:00 am - May 1, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
  • Rare Photography Book Tour with Herbert Ascherman Jr.

    Event sold out.  Please call Artists Archives, 216.721.9020, to be put on the wait list   As part of ART BITES series of programming and the 2019 Members Exhibition, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present a Rare Photography Book Tour with Herbert Ascherman Jr.   S...

    April 6, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Tell Me About Yourself: Remembering Shirley Aley Campbell

      Title of Pop-Up Exhibition: Tell Me About Yourself: Remembering Shirley Aley Campbell Dates:  March 8 – March 16 Celebration of Life Reception: Sunday, March 10, 1:00 – 3:00pm    Cleveland figurative artist Shirley Aley Campbell loved to paint people- and she loved sharing their storie...

    March 8, 2019 @ 10:00 am - March 16, 2019 @ 4:00 pm
  • Art of the Iroquois- People of the Eastern Woodlands with John Kunikis

    Title of Program: Art of the Iroquois- People of the Eastern Woodlands with John Kunikis Date of Program: Saturday, March 2nd, 1:00 – 3:00pm Location of Program: Artists Archives of the Western Reserve Cost of Program: FREE- Please register HERE, or call 216.721.9020   As part of the ART BITES s...

    March 2, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • The Art of Travel: India as a Personal Journey with Irene Shaland

      Program (1-2pm): FREE. Lecture will begin at 1pm and last approximately 45 minutes with a brief Q & A to follow.  You do not need to be registered for the tasting to follow to attend. Tasting (2-3pm):  SOLD OUT. Tasting will begin at 2pm.  Prior registration is required.    As pa...

    February 16, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Call for Entry: Environmental Impact: Stress, Hope, Transformation

    SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENSION: APRIL 30 Global warming, overpopulation, extinction of species, and dwindling natural resources are all stress factors facing the Earth, and humanity today. How do we as artists respond to these challenges? Environmental Impact is a curated exhibition with the goals of...

    February 15, 2019 @ 12:00 am - April 30, 2019 @ 12:00 am
  • Winter Break 2018/2019

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve will be closed for Winter Break from Saturday, December 21st until Monday, January 7th. We will re-open on Tuesday, January 8th at 9am. Happy holidays and a joyous new year from all of here at the AAWR!

    December 22, 2018 @ 8:00 am - January 7, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
  • Current Satellite Exhibition: Life Reflected- Marihatt at Kendal

    Title of Exhibition: Life Reflected: Marihatt at Kendal Location of Exhibition: Kendal at Oberlin, 600 Kendal Drive, Oberlin, OH 44074 Dates:  December 11th – February 2nd, 2019 Gallery Hours: 9am – 5pm daily Presentation on Artist by Dr. Vincent Monnier: Friday, January 18th, 4:30 – 5:30pm ...

    December 11, 2018 @ 9:00 am - February 2, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
  • Member Appreciation Holiday Party

    Friday, December 7th from 6:30 -7:30pm is our annual Member’s Appreciation party. The evening will feature fantastic holiday treats, libations, and an ample helping of cheer! The party is open to members, guests of members and potential members alike.   Wear your most garish holiday sweater for t...

    December 7, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Understanding, Appreciating, Collecting Inuit Art of Canada

    Title of Program: Understanding, Appreciating, Collecting Inuit Art of Canada Date of Program: Saturday, December 1, 1:00 – 3:00pm Location of Program: Artists Archives of the Western Reserve   As part of the ART BITES series of programming, the AAWR is proud to present Understanding, Appreciatin...

    December 1, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Call for Entry: Holiday Treats 2018

      10/29/2018 All our wall space for Holiday Treats 2018 has been claimed. Thank you to all of our wonderful member artists who submitted work! We are still accepting 3D work for table-top and shelving display!  Please call Executive Director Mindy Tousley, 216.721.9020, for number of accepted...

    October 18, 2018 @ 10:00 am - November 9, 2018 @ 4:00 pm
  • Satellite Exhibition: NewNow 2018

    Title of Exhibition: NewNow 2018 Opening Reception: Thursday, September 13th, 6-8:30pm Dates: September 13 – October 18, 2018 Exhibition Location: Tri-C’s Gallery East, 4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills, OH 44122   The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is proud to present NewNow 2...

    September 13, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - October 18, 2018 @ 3:30 pm
  • The History of Street Art with Roger Gastman and Bob Peck

    Title of Program: The History of Street Art with Roger Gastman and Bob Peck Date of Program: Saturday, August 18th, 1:00 – 3:00pm Location of Program: 78th Street Studios, 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland, OH 44102. Lower “Ramp” Level   8/15/2018. 6:17pm. ALL SEATING IS CURRENTLY...

    August 18, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Satellite Exhibition: Three Angles: A History of Cleveland Art

    Exhibition Location: 78th Street Studios, 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland OH 44102 The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) and ARTneo are proud to present Three Angles: A History of Cleveland Art, a three-part exhibition curated from their permanent collections for the inaugural year of ...

    July 7, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - July 27, 2018 @ 8:00 pm
  • Past Satellite Exhibition: Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Dates: June 29th – Aug 26th, 2018 Location: Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH 45701 Gallery Hours: Tuesday- Sunday 12:00-5:00pm   The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is proud to announce the arrival of its signature Art Interprets Alzheimer’s exhibition to t...

    June 29, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - August 26, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
  • AAWR Tour of the Mansfield Carousel Works

    Before the City Artists At Work, City Artists at Rest opening reception at the Mansfield Art Center (Sunday, June 24, 3-5pm), please join us for a guided tour of the Mansfield Carousel Works from 1:30 – 2:30pm. The tour will be lead by carver Tim Gorka, who will explain how carousel figures ar...

    June 24, 2018 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Satellite Exhibition: City Artists at Work, City Artists at Rest: A Final Retrospective 1997 – 2018

    Location of Satellite Exhibition: Mansfield Art Center, 700 Marion Ave., Mansfield, Ohio 44906 Dates:  June 23rd – July 22nd, 2018 Opening Reception: Sunday, June 24th, 3:00 – 5:00pm   Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is pleased to partner with the Mansfield Art Center to present...

    June 23, 2018 @ 11:00 am - July 22, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
  • How to Make Friends & Influence Strangers- Social Media for the Artist with Judy Takács

      As part of ART BITES series of Professional Practices programs, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is proud to present How to Make Friends and Influence Strangers– Social Media for the Artist with Archived Artist Judy Takács on Wednesday, June 6th, 6:00 – 8:00pm. &nbs...

    June 6, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • NewNow 2018 CALL FOR ENTRY

      NewNow2018: CALL FOR ENTRY: The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is pleased to announce a CALL FOR ENTRY for the NewNow 2018, Northeast Ohio’s premier biannual competitive art exhibition to be held September 13 – October 18, 2018. This multi-media juried exhibition will ...

    May 15, 2018 - July 15, 2018
  • Artists Studio Tour- Shovel Works Building, 40th Street Artists

    As part of ART BITES series of Artist Studio Tours, the AAWR is proud to present a tour of the Shovel Works Building & 40th Street Artists’ Studios on Saturday, May 12th, 1:00-3:00pm.   The Shovel Works tour will be held in conjunction with AAWR’s satellite exhibition, City Artists at W...

    May 12, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Current Pop-Up Exhibition: Marvin Smith: Renaissance Man

    Dates: May 11th – May, 19th 2018 Opening Reception: Friday, May 11th, 6:00 – 9:00pm The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is proud to present the pop-up exhibition, Marvin Smith: Renaissance Man, a show and sale of the prints, ceramics, and other work by Archived Artist Marvin D. Sm...

    May 11, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - May 19, 2018 @ 4:00 pm
  • Imagination Go! with Joseph Polevoi

    As part of ART BITES series of Professional Practices programs, we are proud to present Imagination- Go! with Joseph Polevoi on Wednesday, April 25th, 6:00 – 8:00pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.   Join Joseph Polevoi as he explores the realms of imagination with a dazzling, ...

    April 25, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Tangible Moments: The Legacy of Lee Heinen

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve’s Legacy Society invites you to celebrate Tangible Moments: The Legacy of Lee Heinen on Saturday, April 14, 2018 from 5:00 – 7:00pm at historic Moreland Courts, 13415 Shaker Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120.   This fundraiser will directly benefit t...

    April 14, 2018 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • The Fledgling Collector with Susan Covey & Kathy Cameron

    As part of ART BITES series of Collecting Art Talks, the AAWR is proud to present The Fledgling Collector with Susan Covey & Kathy Cameron on Saturday, March 24th, 1:00 – 3:00pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.   In this program, Susan Covey and Kathy Cameron will deliver a...

    March 24, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Art as an Economic and Civic Engagement Engine with Paul Biber and Joan Perch

    As part of ART BITES series of Professional Practices programs, we are proud to present Art as an Economic and Civic Engagement Engine with Paul Biber and Joan Perch on Saturday, February 24th, 1:00 – 3:00pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.*   In this program, Paul Biber and Jo...

    February 24, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Improves with Age- Collecting Fine Wines with Cris Drugan

      In celebration of Valentine’s Day and as part the ART BITES series of Collecting Art Talks, AAWR will present Improves with Age- Collecting Fine Wine with Cris Drugan on Saturday, February 10th, 1:00 -4:00pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.   In this 45-minute presentati...

    February 10, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Holiday Treats 2017

    Title of Exhibition: Holiday Treats Show Dates: December 8th, 2017 – January 13, 2018 Opening Reception: Friday, December 8th, 6:00 – 8:00pm. Tis the Season! For our annual Holiday Treats exhibition in the Entrance Gallery of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve. All works on view will be...

    December 8, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - January 13, 2018 @ 4:00 pm
  • Current Satellite Exhibition: Altered Paradise: The Work of Barbara Gillette

      ARTIST TALK RESCHEDULED: Friday, January 26th, 4:30pm, Kendal at Oberlin Title of Exhibition: Altered Paradise: The Work of Barbara Gillette Location of Exhibition: Kendal at Oberlin, 600 Kendal Drive, Oberlin, Ohio 44074 Show Dates: December 8th, 2017 – January 27th, 2018   The Artist...

    December 8, 2017 @ 8:00 am - January 27, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
  • Artists Studio Tour & Process Demo with Archived Artist Mindy Tousley

      In conjunction with her exhibition, Round and Round, at the Shaker Historical Society‘s Lissauer Art Gallery (Show Dates: 11/3 – 1/4/18) AAWR Executive Director and Archived Artist Mindy Tousley will be hosting an Artist’s Studio tour and process demo on Sat, Dec 2, 1-3pm. T...

    December 2, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Cuba: the Land, the People, the Arts – 60 years after Castro’s Revolution with Irene Shaland

    As part of its upcoming exhibition Visual Emotions- The Way I Remember You and the new 2017 ART BITES series of Collecting Art Talks, the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present Cuba: The Land, the People, the Arts – 60 years after Castro’s Revolution with Irene Shaland, on S...

    November 18, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 6

    NEW for 2017!  ART BITES-  Nutrition for the Creative Mind.  A series of three ongoing programs (Professional Practices, Collecting Art Talks and Artist Studio Tours) that offer information for artists and like-minded individuals.   As part of our new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Pr...

    November 1, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Targeted Internet Marketing for the Fine Artist with Augusto C. Bordelois

      ART BITES: Professional Practices Series – Targeted Internet Marketing for the Fine Artist with Augusto Bordelois, Wednesday, October 25th from 6:00 – 7:30pm.   As part of our new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Practices for Artists, we are proud to present Targeted Internet M...

    October 25, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 5

    NEW for 2017!  ART BITES-  Nutrition for the Creative Mind.  A series of three ongoing programs (Professional Practices, Collecting Art Talks and Artist Studio Tours) that offer information for artists and like-minded individuals.   As part of our new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Pr...

    October 11, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Quilting Today with Tracy Rieger

    As part of its upcoming textile invitational In the Details, and the new 2017 ART BITES series of Collecting Art Talks, AAWR will present Quilting Today with Tracy Rieger on Saturday, October 7th.  1:00-3:00 pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.   In this 45-minute presentation, R...

    October 7, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • PhotoNow 2017 Artists’ Talk and Reception

    Stephanie Spyker, Cannon Beach Oregon, Fuji Film, Instax Minifilm, Winner of the PhotoNow 2017 Juror's Choice Award

    PhotoNow Artists’ Talk and Reception:  Wednesday, October 4th.  6:00-8:30 pm. Talks will take place between 6:30 – 7:30 Location:  Tri-C Gallery East located at 4250 Richmond Rd, Highland Hills, Ohio 44122 Show Dates: 9/15/17 – 11/4/17 Gallery Hours: Monday – Thursday from 10:30am...

    October 4, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Current Satellite Exhibition: PHOTONOW™ 2017

    Raheleh Mohammed, And the World is Like an Apple Whirling Silently in Space, black and white photograph

      Exhibition Dates: September 7th, 2017 – October 12th, 2017 2017 Award Winners: Best Black & White: Michael Levy, Bob, 2016, Digital archival inkjet print Best Color: Joseph Polevoi, Clowning in Red, 2010, Kaleidoscopic digital print Juror’s Choice: Stephanie Spyker, Cannon Bea...

    September 7, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - October 12, 2017 @ 3:00 pm
  • Word Play with Laura Grace Weldon

    Clarissa Jakobsons, The ABC's of Life, Sculptural Crystal Book, Borax, Altered Webster’s Dictionary and Thesaurus, Landoll 1963 Ed

    As part of the current exhibition Word. and the new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Practices for Artists programs, AAWR will present Word Play with Laura Grace Weldon on Saturday, August 12th.  1:00-3:00 pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve.   This small-group workshop will...

    August 12, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Collecting Outsider Art with Thomas Arlen Wagner

    Title of Program: Collecting Outsider Art with Thomas Arlen Wagner Date: Saturday, May 27th, 2017. Time: 1:00-3:00pm. Cost: FREE, however, please click HERE to register via Eventbrite or call our offices 216.721.9020 Location: Artists Archives of the Western Reserve. 1834 East 123rd Street. Clevelan...

    May 27, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • NewCell +1 Artist Reception

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is pleased to announce the opening of its Summer exhibition NewCelle +1, featuring the collaborative drawings of Archived Artist Bea Mitchell, John Jackson, Ed Mieczkowski and Achala Wali.   The exhibition, NewCelle +1 opened on May 18th, 2017 ...

    May 25, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Annual Meeting 2017

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    May 5, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 4

    WEEK 3 AND WEEK 4 ARE AT CAPACITY.  We apologize for the inconvenience!  Due to popular demand, we intend to offer this module again on a date to be announced.  Please email info@artistsarchives.org to be placed on the waiting list or call our offices at 216-721-9020.  Thank you for your intere...

    April 29, 2017 @ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  • Fearless: The Photographic Legacy of Jennie Jones

    Fearless:  The Photographic Legacy of Jennie Jones, a Legacy Fundraising Event Please join the AAWR Legacy Society in honoring the lifetime achievement of our special guest, Fearless Photographer, Jennie Jones. The event will be held at a 1927 Mead & Hamilton style private residence in Clev...

    April 22, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 3

    WEEK 3 AND WEEK 4 ARE AT CAPACITY.  We apologize for the inconvenience!  Due to popular demand, we intend to offer this module again on a date to be announced.  Please email info@artistsarchives.org to be placed on the waiting list or call our offices at 216-721-9020.  Thank you for your intere...

    April 15, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Cleveland International Film Festival Community Partnership

    The Archives is honored to once again support the Cleveland International Film Festival by becoming Community Partners for 2017.  This year’s film, chosen by the Artists Archives, is 24×36: A Movie About Movie Posters directed by Kevin Burke.   The film will be played Thursday, March 30th ...

    April 9, 2017 @ 4:50 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Cleveland International Film Festival Community Partnership

    The Archives is honored to once again support the Cleveland International Film Festival by becoming Community Partners for 2017.  This year’s film, chosen by the Artists Archives, is 24×36: A Movie About Movie Posters directed by Kevin Burke.   The film will be played Thursday, March 30th ...

    April 7, 2017 @ 9:50 pm - 11:30 pm
  • Cleveland International Film Festival Community Partnership

    The Archives is honored to once again support the Cleveland International Film Festival by becoming Community Partners for 2017.  This year’s film, chosen by the Artists Archives, is 24×36: A Movie About Movie Posters directed by Kevin Burke.   The film will be played Thursday, Mar...

    March 30, 2017 @ 9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Women of the Western Reserve Artists’ Reception

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present its exhibition The Women of the Western Reserve, featuring the work of Archived Artists Ruth Bercaw, Lee Heinen, Phyllis Seltzer & Member Artist Marti Higgins.   In honor of Women’s History Month, an Artists’ Reception ...

    March 23, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 2

    NEW for 2017!  ART BITES-  Nutrition for the Creative Mind.  A series of three ongoing programs (Professional Practices, Collecting Art Talks and Artist Studio Tours) that offer information for artists and like-minded individuals.   As part of our new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Pr...

    March 15, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Collecting African American Art with David Lusenhop

      As part of The Electrostatic Man: The Art of Miller Horns exhibition and Black History Month, AAWR will host a Collecting Art Talk: Collecting African American Art with David Lusenhop on Saturday, February 18th, 2017. 1:00-3:00pm at the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve. The Collecting ...

    February 18, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Business of Art for Artists with Mary Urbas – Week 1

    NEW for 2017!  ART BITES-  Nutrition for the Creative Mind.  A series of three ongoing programs (Professional Practices, Collecting Art Talks and Artist Studio Tours) that offer information for artists and like-minded individuals.   As part of our new 2017 ART BITES series of Professional Pr...

    February 11, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Trees, Trees, Trees!

    Lee Heinen - Red Trees

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present its satellite show, Trees, Trees, Trees! which will be held at the Cleveland Botanical Gardens beginning on February 11th. The exhibition is a delightful sampling of pieces from the Archives’ permanent collection and loaned work from ...

    February 11, 2017 @ 11:00 am - March 11, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
  • A Curve of Color: Art and Fashion of Samuel Butnik and Bonnie Cashin

    Samuel Butnik - Circle Forms Phase B and Phase B2

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve in collaboration with American Greetings and the Western Reserve Historical Society is proud to present the exhibition A Curve of Color:  Art and Fashion, of Samuel Butnik and Bonnie Cashin, to be held at American Greeting’s Gallery W from January 5th ...

    January 5, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - February 23, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
  • Archives are Closed

    December 22, 2016 - January 4, 2017
  • Holiday Treats 2016 Opening Reception

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    Opening Reception during Annual Holiday Party

    December 9, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Get to Know the Archives!

    Archives Tour, Get to Know the Archives 2015

    Annual Holiday Party for Artists Archives Members!  Our way of saying “Thank You” for being part of our creative community.  Come join us for refreshments, cheer and a very special behind-the-scenes tour of the Artists Archives.  The event also marks the opening of our festive Holiday...

    December 9, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Studio Tour of Founding Artist David E. Davis’ Studio

    David Davis - Bridge to Knowledge Study

    As part of our 20th Anniversary Founder’s Exhibition, the Artists Archives in partnership with the Davis Sculpture Foundation is hosting private tours of AAWR & Sculpture Center Founder David E. Davis’ studio on Saturday, December 3rd. 1:00-2:30pm. One of the region’s most celebrated artis...

    December 3, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Holiday Treats

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    Tis the Season! For our Annual Holiday Treats exhibition in the A.A.W.R. Entrance Gallery. All works on view will be by Member Artists, deliciously petite (under 16″ x 24″ inches) and AVAILABLE FOR SALE for your Holiday shopping! All pieces will have bite-size prices as well- under $500....

    December 1, 2016 @ 12:00 pm - December 22, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
  • Women of the Western Reserve

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present its exhibition The Women of the Western Reserve, featuring the work of Archived Artists Ruth Bercaw, Lee Heinen, Phyllis Seltzer & Member Artist Marti Higgins.   In honor of Women’s History Month, an Artists’ Reception ...

    November 26, 2016 @ 9:00 am - June 1, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
  • Oral Histories Project Premiere

    AAWR Oral Histories Project premier

    As part of the 20th Anniversary Founder’s Exhibition, we will be premiering our Oral Histories Documentary Film Project which consists of short documentaries created by Akron independent film maker Ted Sikora and noted Cleveland photographer Chuck Mintz.  These histories, each running approximate...

    November 19, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Studio Tour with Archived Artist William Martin Jean

    William Martin Jean - Turnstile II

    As part of our 20th Anniversary Founder’s Exhibition, the Artists Archives is hosting private studio tours of Founder David E. Davis’ studio and a selection of the other early supporting artists. The series continues with an intimate look at William Martin Jean’s studio in the Tower Press Buil...

    October 29, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Professional Practices Series – Art Criticism for Artists with Dottie Shinn

    Art Criticism for Artists with Dottie Shinn

    As part of its Professional Practices Series, The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to host a presentation by Dottie Shinn, the Akron Beacon Journal’s long-time art critic on Saturday, October 22nd from 1:00-3:00pm. Dottie will share her fascinating experiences working as a prof...

    October 22, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Progressive Art Collection Tour

    Felice Varini - Twelve Disks Over Sixteen Hallowed Halves and Four Quarters

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to host a private tour of the Progressive Art Collection to be held on Friday, October 14th from 2:00-4:00pm. The tour is to take place at Progressive Headquarters (Campus I) located in Mayfield Village and will present viewers with a rare opportu...

    October 14, 2016 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Studio Tour with Archived Artist Pat Parker

    Pat Zinsmeister Parker

    As part of our 20th Anniversary Founder’s Exhibition, the Artists Archives is hosting private studio tours of Founder David E. Davis’ studio and a selection of the other early supporting artists.  The series begins with an intimate look at Pat Zinsmeister Parker’s studio adjacent to her priva...

    October 8, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • NEWNOW™

    NEWNOW(tm) 2016 poster

    Beginning on September 6th, the NEWNOW™ 2016 will be on view at Cuyahoga Community College’s East Gallery. This regional juried exhibition features the work of 55 artists in a variety of media representing the “Best of the Western Reserve.” Conceived of in 2014, this year’s NEWNOW™ compe...

    September 6, 2016 @ 6:00 pm - October 6, 2016 @ 4:00 pm
  • Nature as Muse

    Nature as Muse

    The satellite exhibition, Nature as Muse, will be held at the Cleveland Botanical Gardens beginning on September 3rd.  A delightful sampling of loaned work from select Archived Artists and pieces from the Archives permanent collection, the Nature as Muse show features images with themes of plants a...

    September 3, 2016 @ 10:00 am - September 27, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
  • The Woman Behind the Artist – The Many Lives of Erika Bourguignon

    Bourguignon - Woman In The Blue Dress

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to announce its program: The Woman Behind the Artist – The Many Lives of Erika Bourguignon a presentation by Irene Shaland. An internationally-published art and travel writer Irene Shaland invites you to voyage through time and space to unco...

    August 17, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Beachwood Community Center – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s Panel Discussion

    Held in conjunction with the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve signature Art Interprets Alzheimer’s Exhibition, this fascinating event features three prominent and diverse speakers all of which have unique relationship to Alzheimer’s and its effects. FREE and open to the public. GA...

    June 28, 2016 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Beachwood Community Center – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) is proud to announce the arrival of its signature Art Interprets Alzheimer’s exhibition at the Beachwood Community Center. The public is invited to attend the free art exhibition and the opening reception which will be on Sunday, June 26, 2016 fro...

    June 22, 2016 @ 11:00 am - July 15, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
  • Out of the Archives

    Eterovich - Venus De Mall

    Running in conjunction with the Art Interprets Alzheimer’s exhibition at the Beachwood Community Center, Out of the Archives features the work from the permanent AAWR collection of Archived Artists.  Urban landscapes by Anthony Eterovich and Moses Pearl, and portraiture in a variety of medium...

    June 22, 2016 @ 8:00 am - July 15, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
  • Ceramics in Action

    Ceramics in Action with Julie Hanus

    CERAMICS IN ACTION with Julie Hanus, Senior Editor of American Craft Magazine Join us Saturday, June 4th from 2-4pm at the Beachwood Branch Library for a conversation about ceramic artists who are leading the way – combining their studio practice with social, environmental, and political action. R...

    June 4, 2016 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • No Art Left Behind

    No Art Left Behind

    Tickets are on sale now for the AAWR's big fund raiser event! Sunday, May 15th, 4:00 - 7:00pm A $300 ticket includes entrance for two and one lottery ticket. Throughout the evening, tickets are drawn randomly and the ticket holder chooses a piece of original art to keep as their very own! Every tick...

    May 15, 2016 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • AAWR Annual Members Meeting

    Herb Ascherman

    Please join us after our Annual Meeting as we honor Board President Herb Ascherman Jr. for his years of contributions to the Artists Archives   AAWR Annual members meeting Friday May 6, 5:30 – 7:00 pm Party for Herb. 7:00 – 8:00pm

    May 6, 2016 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Andrew Reach Studio Tour

    Andrew Reach

    Our last week of our Studio Tour series gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the artistic processes of the artists exhibiting in the Artist Archives’ show “Reinvention”. Reinvention documents the stories of five artists who reinvented themselves and their work in order to overcome limitatio...

    April 30, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Oral History Project with Filmmaker Ted Sikora

    Ted Sikora

    With support from a grant through CAC, the Artists Archives has commissioned Independent filmmaker, Ted Sikora to create documentaries featuring some of our archived artists. Join us for a sneak peek at the Archives’ Oral History Project and Ted’s short documentary on Cleveland artist, A...

    April 27, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Anthony Eterovich Pop-Up Show

    Eterovich Pop-up Show

    April 22, 2016 @ 11:00 am - May 14, 2016 @ 4:00 pm
  • Kim Bissett Studio Tour

    Kim Bissett -

    Nerve damage made it impossible for Kim Bissett to continue with her work in bronze and cast stone. She began constructing drawings instead where she applied what she knew of three dimensional space to her new, two dimensional medium. She states, “I learned how to compress space, set perimeters, u...

    April 16, 2016 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Ruth Bercaw Studio Tour

    Ruth Bercaw

    Week two of our Studio Tours program gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the artistic processes of the artists exhibiting in the Artist Archives’ show “Reinvention”. Reinvention documents the stories of five artists who reinvented themselves and their work in order to overcome limitations ...

    April 16, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Terry Klausman Studio Tour

    Terry Klausman

    Saturday, April 9th kicks off our Studio Tour series as we get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the artistic processes of the artists exhibiting in the Artist Archives’ show “Reinvention”. Reinvention documents the stories of five artists who reinvented themselves and their work in order to over...

    April 9, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • AAWR is proud to become Community Partners with CIFF 40! Please join us in screening our partner film “Dough”

    CIFF recaps, “Nat is a Jewish baker desperately trying to save his family business. All his customers are moving or dying, and a ruthless developer wants to buy him out. Ayyash is a young Muslim immigrant trying to remove himself and his mother from poverty. He is looking for a cover job—somethi...

    March 31, 2016 @ 6:25 pm - April 1, 2016 @ 11:35 am
  • Legacy Reception for Adele Marihatt

    Legacy reception invitation

    RSVP required – call 216-721-9020

    January 23, 2016 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Jennie Jones

    Jennie Jones - Hoson Gallery at Judson Park

    An exhibition of Jennie Jones, one of our Archived Artists, at Judson Park

    January 15, 2016 @ 5:00 pm - February 28, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
  • Estate Planning for Artists

    Jaclyn Vary and Steven Day, from the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, will provided basic information on estate planning and charitable planning to help artists and collectors plan for the future and prepare their legacies. Click here to see the Estate a...

    December 5, 2015 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Collecting International Art with Meg Harris

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is proud to present Collecting International Art with Meg Harris of Harris Stanton Gallery. Ms. Harris will lead us through the process of buying International art – where to buy International art, what to buy and issues one might encounter. Her disc...

    October 28, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Marketing and Promotions for the Individual Artist by Josh Usmani

    This talk is to help local, emerging artists and young art professionals in their efforts to promote their news and events to local and regional media outlets. However, the lecture is open to anyone interested in learning more about how to promote their efforts through local media outlets. In this p...

    October 14, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Collecting Photography with Barbara Tannenbaum

    Join the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve at 1834 East 123rd St. as we continue our Collecting Art series. “Collecting Photography” will be presented by Barbara Tannenbaum, Curator of Photography from the Cleveland Museum of Art on Saturday, October 3rd at 1:00pm. Barbara Tannenbaum prese...

    October 3, 2015 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Photo Now 2015

    The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve presents Photo Now formerly known as the Western Reserve Open Photography Competition, at Tri-C Gallery East located at 4250 Richmond Rd, Highland Hills, Ohio 44122.  The opening reception will take place on Tuesday, September 8th from 6 – 8 p.m. Herber...

    September 8, 2015 @ 6:00 pm - October 13, 2015 @ 5:00 pm
  • Ames Family Hospice House – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Ames Family Hospice House Westlake, OH

    June 15, 2015 @ 8:00 am - June 23, 2015 @ 5:00 pm
  • Hawken School – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Gates Mills, OH

    March 30, 2015 @ 8:00 am - April 24, 2015 @ 5:00 pm
  • Lake Erie College – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Painesville, OH

    February 12, 2015 @ 8:00 am - March 12, 2015 @ 5:00 pm
  • Valley Art Center – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Chagrin Falls, OH

    September 12, 2014 @ 8:00 am - October 16, 2014 @ 5:00 pm
  • The New Now 2014

    The New Now is an exhibition of artists living in the counties of the Western Reserve that surround Cleveland. This is an all media competition juried by Chief Curator of the Akron Art Museum, Janice Driesbach. Driesbach has published and lectured extensively on the art of the 20th century. Out of 1...

    September 9, 2014 @ 6:00 pm - October 23, 2014 @ 4:00 pm
  • Jameson Hospital – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Jameson Hospital show

    January 7, 2014 @ 8:00 am - March 31, 2014 @ 5:00 pm
  • Society for Contemporary Craft – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Art Interprets Alzheimer's Society Contemporary Crafts show

    May 24, 2013 @ 8:00 am - September 29, 2013 @ 5:00 pm
  • Art Interprets Alzheimer’s Opens at Progressive Insurance

    The Art of Giving: Progressive Insurance Opening Reception November 8, 2012 Noon – 2 p.m. We’re spotlighting the Alzheimer’s Association by featuring a stunning two-person art exhibition called, “Art Interprets Alzheimer’s.”Each year, Corporate Art and the Progressive Insurance Found...

    November 8, 2012 @ 12:00 pm - January 31, 2013 @ 5:00 pm
  • Progressive Insurance – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Art Interprets Alzheimer's Progressive show

    November 8, 2012 @ 8:00 am - January 31, 2013 @ 5:00 pm
  • University Hospitals – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    Art Interprets Alzheimer's University Hospitals show

    August 30, 2012 @ 8:00 am - November 1, 2012 @ 5:00 pm
  • Alzheimer’s Association Donors Event

    Alzheimer's Association Donors Event gallery

       

    August 15, 2012 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • McConnell Art Center – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    MCConell Art Center show

    May 17, 2012 @ 8:00 am - July 8, 2012 @ 5:00 pm
  • AAWR – Art Interprets Alzheimer’s

    AAWR Art Interprets Alzheimer's show 2012

    March 30, 2012 @ 8:00 am - April 28, 2012 @ 5:00 pm