Fashion Is Art: MayExhibitions

Brandt-Roberts Galleries

Brandt-Roberts Galleries presents their collaboration between Gavin Benjamin & Everett Johnson, the Pittsburgh-based artist and St. Louis-based fashion designer. Both Benjamin and Johnson source ideas and imagery from family lineage and personal history, creating a symbiotic relationship between their practices for this collaboration. A series of still-life photographs created by Benjamin will incorporate handbags from Johnson’s The Baggage Collection. 

Meet both artists on Saturday, May 7th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This exhibition will be on view from May 7 through May 29, 2022 during gallery hours, Wednesday through Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and by private appointment.

Brandt-Roberts Galleries’ May Gallery Hop hours are 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Emergent Art + Craft

Parted: A Collection of Strands by Kristen Mimms Scavnicky will be featured at Emergent Art + Craft during May. This collection pairs meditation with drawing and painting in a culmination of therapeutic exploration through the artist’s mind synthesizing parted city-scapes, parted social dynamics, and even parted hair.

In addition to Mimms Scavnicky’s architectural design practice called MISC Partners, she founded Cocoa Bijou at the beginning of 2020 when she began to formally develop her artwork. Each of her practices share the focus of how the execution of the work can and should engage with the world as activists. Mimms Scavnicky’s work to-date features her meditative drawing process which has served as a journey to define a connection with her unknown African ancestry through creative expression.

For the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop, Emergent Art + Craft will feature an immersive installation created in collaboration by artist and designer Kristen Mimms Scavnicky and Dre McLeod.

Emergent Art + Craft’s May Gallery Hop hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Hammond Harkins Galleries

 Join Hammond Harkins Galleries for a landmark exhibition from a master painter of landscapes. States of Wonder: New Works by Paul Hamilton is the artist’s thirtieth solo exhibition of his career. In addition to his much sought-after landscapes, this new body of work includes another favorite genre of his: still lifes. While the landscapes capture moments at once dramatic and intimate, the still lifes express a minimalism both serene and contemplative. In each instance, Hamilton puts a contemporary spin on a classic genre and leaves room for wonder. Also on display will be a new landscape installation consisting of 54 panels. Painterly and abstract up close, the panels merge into a single, coherent image from a distance. It is a monumental work to be seen in person.

During the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop, Hammond Harkins Galleries will feature a collaboration between artists Melissa Vogley Woods and designer Xuena Pu. Vogley Woods’ scagliola is paired with Pu’s weavings to create new works that embrace the sculptural nature of each. Both artists will be at the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop on May 7 along with a live model in fashion and jewelry by the pair. Work from this collaboration will be on view until May 14.

Hammond Harkins Galleries’ May Gallery Hop hours are from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Lindsay Gallery

Join Lindsay Gallery for their exhibition featuring artist Amber Groome, showing from May 7 to May 28. Lindsay Gallery has shown Amber Groome’s iconic doll boxes for many years; but she has also been exploring her same concepts in watercolor and collage. Amber views this show as an evolution… bringing together all facets of her work.

Lindsay Gallery will also be celebrating Fashion is Art. Amber is working with fashion professional, Meghan Kerr, on additional work for this show. There will be an opening reception on May 7 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Lindsay Gallery’s May Gallery Hop Hours are 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Marcia Evans Gallery

During the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop, Marcia Evans Gallery will feature designer Ryan Orewiler and artist Veena Bansal for their exhibitions running through May 31. Join them as Ryan displays and discusses his unique fashions while Veena exhibits her Art of Fashion pieces.

Marcia Evans Gallery’s May Gallery Hop Hours are 12 p.m. to 8 p.m

Sarah Gormley Gallery

Sarah Gormley Gallery’s May exhibition is “Dreams: Above + Below” featuring local artist Sarah Hout. Her lyrical, colorful pieces are an exploration of the meaning and inspiration found through dreams. Sarah’s works comment both on our relationship to our dreams in the night watch and our dreams for the future. This will be an interactive exhibit and we hope visitors to SGG will leave their personal mark on the show.

In collaboration with the Columbus Fashion Alliance, the Sarah Gormley Gallery will also be displaying a few interactive experiences for the public featuring designer Joan Madison during the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop on May 7.

The opening reception will be Friday, May 6 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and the gallery will be open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. during the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop.

Sharon Weiss Gallery

Sharon Weiss Gallery presents “Night & Day”, an exhibition of new paintings by Columbus artist Amanda Hope Cook, beginning April 28 through May 30.

For the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop, 24 Lincoln Street Studios as part of Sharon Weiss Gallery, is hosting a collaboration between Edmund Boateng, a Columbus photographer, and Paul Hudson, a Chicago milliner for men. Edmund’s photographs of male models wearing Paul’s hats will be featured and all the art and hats will be for sale.

Sharon Weiss’ May Gallery Hop hours are from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sherrie Gallerie

During the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop, Sherrie Gallerie will be featuring body chain jewelry by Darsy Amaya complemented by the work of master painter and sculptor Ron Isaacs. Models on pedestals will be wearing Darsy’s evocative body jewelry, changing every half hour and Ron Isaacs will be showcasing 20 new works displayed on the walls.

Sherrie Gallerie’s opening event is 4 p.m to 6 p.m. and their May Gallery Hop hours are from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Studios On High Gallery

Studios on High Gallery is pleased to participate in the Fashion is Art project, a unique collaboration inspired by the pairing of visual artists with fashion designers. Fashion designer Voszi Douglas was selected to represent SOHG and collaborate with SOHG member artists Jennifer McCracken and Beverly Whiteside. Together these three will create a unique exhibit while also displaying individual works inspired by the collaboration.

Studios on High Gallery’s May Gallery Hop hours are from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fashion is Art participating artists will be in attendance from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Art of Republic

From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 34 W 5th Ave., Art of Republic presents Palette. Art of Republic is a philanthropic entity and gallery where the dreamers, DREAM. CEO and Founder Rhonda Green has partnered with the Black Fashion Expo to curate a premiere exhibit highlighting the relaunch of the Expo. This exhibit will also showcase and present local artistic talent to the Columbus Area.

Dreams on High

Ohio University Alumni, Mose Denton is the founder of Dreams On High (the retailer formerly known as Madison-USA) is set to open his doors for an exclusive Fashion Is Art featured activation. The lifestyle boutique will feature models, photographers and an immersive in-store studio experience. Dreams on High is located at 1217 N. High St. and will be open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. during the May Fashion is Art Gallery Hop.

Global Gifts

Global Gifts is celebrating spring with new Fair Trade clothing that just arrived from Ghana! Stop by to try on hand-batiked dresses (with pockets!), pants, and more crafted by fairly paid artisans. The vibrant colors and designs show that art and ethical fashion absolutely go together! While you’re in our shop for Gallery Hop, find out the fun we have planned for World Fair Trade Day next Saturday, May 14th!

Global Gifts’ March Gallery Hop hours are from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Haus Davinci

Fashion is ART and Art is BOLD, BRILLANT, AND BEAUTIFUL. Englewood, California-native Christine Poindexter is the founder of Columbus first editorial hair gallery. The multi-purpose use salon serves as a home to 10 beauty artists that curate style through, fashion, make-up, hair, lashes and even nails. In partnership with the Faces of CBUS and some help from the DavinciDolls the haus looks forward to welcoming you to… GALLERIA. Haus Davinci is located at 1812 N. High St. and will be open from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. during the May Fashion is Art Gallery Hop.

Muse Med Spa

Visit Muse Med Spa during Gallery Hop to receive a complimentary glass of wine and 20% off any service when you book an appointment! Stop by 636 N High Street; Muse Med Spa’s hours during Gallery Hop will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

High St CBD

Join High St CBD on Saturday May 7 during Gallery Hop for their long awaited Grand Opening!

Stop by to check out their tasting event with Mad Moon Cider, as well as quality hemp and wellness products. Not to mention enjoy yummy finger foods from Nidas Thai on High and gluten-free treats by Ryan Ekinkel.

For more information, visit their Instagram page here>>

Skully’s Music Diner

SPACE CAMP is a Skully’s for a monthly EDM DJ party with a variety of Dubstep, Riddem, Hybrid trap, drum & bass.

Skully’s Music Diner hours during Gallery Hop will be from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Tactical Luxuries

The slogan: Outside 366 comes to mind whenever short north spectators enter this neo-nostaglic showroom. Eat the rich- a visual representation of the iconic political slogan associated with anti- capitalism. This term is used as a metaphor to class conflict a demand for wealth redistribution. Support living artists, the dead ones don’t need it. Feed the starving artists before they are forced to eat the rich. Tact Luxe is located at 1186 N. High Street and will be open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. during the May Fashion is Art Gallery Hop.

TORSO

TORSO will be featuring the artist Ryan Orewiler during the Fashion is Art Gallery Hop. He has exhibited internationally and specializes in paintings, sculptures, murals, art installations in various bodies of work inspired by the urban environment, modern art, world history, environmentalism, society, mental health, holistic health, mythology, and his personal experiences throughout life.

His paintings and murals are collected widely by numerous corporations including AC Hotel, Hilton Hotel, Nationwide, Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University (Gateway University District). He has been published in the New York Post, New York Travel, Columbus Dispatch and mural work covered on ABC-affiliated – WSYX/ Good Day Columbus and NBC 4.

Throughout his career, OREWILER has donated over 200 works of art to help raise awareness for charities and those in need.