Art for Impact: Celebrating NC Nonprofits

Meet the Featured Artist and Nonprofits | Friday, February 21 | 6-9pm

In partnership with YPTC featuring artwork from 21 artists to share the missions of 21 nonprofits.

On Exhibit in the Golden Belt Grand Hallway Gallery, 800 Taylor Street, Durham, NC

Sponsored by: Your Part Time Controller YPTC is a national firm with over thirty years of experience building stronger nonprofits. YPTC offers valuable, specialized services such as accounting, financial reporting, data visualization, and more. As a partner and strengthening agent, YPTC allows nonprofits to focus on what matters: furthering their mission.

Featured Artists: Bethany Bash, Myles Brown, Tracey Chipps, Emily Clare, Catherine Coan, Claire Denison Esoderic, Douglas Gamble, William Garcia, Brandon Garrett, Kristin Gibson Fine Art, Sharon Hill, Adrianne Huang, Mary Lee Kerr, Natalia Leigh, Mehran bin Moin, Joyeeta Neogi, Julian Phelps, Robyn Scott, Leeman Smith, Kelly Walsh

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Meditation in the Gallery led by Artist in Residence Antonia Brown surrounded by the artwork in her exhibition Remember, I’m With The Cosmos

Sunday February 16, 2-3pm inside the Durham Art Guild Golden Belt Gallery (800 Taylor Street Durham, NC, 27701)

This event is free, however, space is limited to 20 participants so registration is required.

About Antonia Brown

Antonia Brown, a DAG Artist in Residence, will lead us in a guided meditation for ~30 minutes and that will be followed by a serving of hot tea or coffee provided by Antonia. Bring your own mat or cushion to sit on, there will be chairs provided if you prefer to not sit on the ground.

This meditation takes place in the gallery where Antonia’s solo exhibition, “Remember, I’m With The Cosmos”, is located. Her exhibition revolves around presence and mindfulness while farming so this meditation is an extension of her art pieces. Antonia Brown is not a meditation teacher, she simply practices meditation and mindfulness. This guided meditation and tea event is inspired by Antonia’s own meditation practice which is influenced by Plum Village and Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh.

“Remember, I’m With The Cosmos” Exhibition Statement

“Remember, I’m With The Cosmos” features paintings and naturally dyed fabric depicting farmscapes that Antonia Brown created during her six month Artist in Residence with the Durham Art Guild.

In these pieces, the artist grapples with her connection to agriculture and continues, uninhibitedly, to choose the path of tenderness, community and reverence. Her focus lies in the little moments of breath, beauty and serenity she holds tight to while farming. This collection of paintings acts like a journal for the artist and this exhibition seeks to bring those little moments of presence and daily acts of sacredness into the gallery.

FAQ Section

Do I need to have meditation experience? Not at all! This practice is open to all experience levels and all you need is an openness to meditation.

What should I bring? All you need is a yoga mat or cushion or blanket to sit on and comfortable clothing. If you prefer to not sit on the ground, chairs will be provided.

If you have any questions or concerns about this event, please contact DAG at director@durhamartguild.org

What's Your Art Hustle? 
First Tuesday of Every Month at 6pm
Truist Gallery, 120 Morris Street (inside the Council building)

Join other artists once a month to chat about all things art.

What are you struggling with?

What are you working on?

Where could you use some support? 

We're all in this creative journey together, so come out and meet new artists to grow your practice and your confidence! 

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Welcome to Yoga in the Gallery! Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session led by artist, Britney Symone, amidst beautiful art at Brightleaf Square, Bay 25.

This in-person event offers the unique experience of practicing yoga in a gallery setting, surrounded by inspiring artwork. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, all levels are welcome to participate. Bring along your yoga mat and dress comfortably to unwind, stretch, and find your inner peace in this serene environment. This slow-paced vinyasa flow focuses on moving with the breath to tap into self-love, find your center, and tune in with your body.

Doors open at 10 and practice begins at 11, so be sure to arrive with enough time to settle in, check out some art, or meet the instructor and fellow students. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect mind, body, and soul in a truly special setting.

FAQ Section:

Is this beginner friendly?

Yes! This practice is open to all levels and pose variations will be offered to help you feel comfortable and safe whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned yogi.

What should I bring?

All you need is your yoga mat, comfortable clothing, and water. Feel free to bring any props like blocks, a blanket, or a small towel to add cushion and support during your practice.

Where do I park?

There is free street parking on weekends or in the surface lot across from Brightleaf Square with 2 hours free parking and $3 per hour after that.

Opening Reception of Remember, I’m With The Cosmos featuring works by Antonia Brown

Join us at the Golden Belt Gallery between 3 - 6pm to be among the first to experience DAG’s 2024 Artist in Residence work created during their residency.

Exhibition Statement

“Remember, I’m With The Cosmos” features paintings and naturally dyed fabric depicting farmscapes that Antonia Brown created during her six month Artist in Residence with the Durham Art Guild.

In these pieces, the artist grapples with her connection to agriculture and continues, uninhibitedly, to choose the path of tenderness, community and reverence. Her focus lies in the little moments of breath, beauty and serenity she holds tight to while farming.

This collection of paintings acts like a journal for the artist and this exhibition seeks to bring those little moments of presence and daily acts of sacredness into the gallery.

Artist Bio

Antonia Brown is a visual artist and farmer. Through her art, she is able to emphasize the joy that she has worked to find and foster in her farm community. Brown seeks to create heartening portraits of agrarian Southern life. The emphasis put on joy is not a self deception or willful ignorance of agriculture rather it is a way for the artist to process her past and create new pathways that allow for lightness.

@antonia.brown | https://www.antoniatbrown.com/

Special February Critique Location: We will be meeting in Raleigh in the beautiful Arts Access Gallery!

Join other DAG artist members with one piece of your artwork in any medium/style that you're currently working on to gather feedback, support and suggestions.

Each artist will have an equal amount of time to receive feedback.

PARKING

"The Arts Access Gallery is located in downtown Raleigh at 444 S. Blount at the corner of Blount and Cabarrus. Street and garage parking is free on the weekends. The City Center garage at 429 S. Wilmington Street (with entrances on Blount and Cabarrus) is closest to the gallery."

February Moderator Dan Gottlieb

Photographer Dan Gottlieb’s studio practice investigates boundaries of environmental and human movement/dislocation. Having spent forty years creating cultural spaces and environments for art in the public realm, he focuses his creative life on personal perspectives that convey a subjective aesthetic to depict nature and the human condition, sometimes void of edges or boundaries. Visual ambiguity and mystery are core to his picture-making, as are a deep interest in environmental sciences and material process of picture making. His exhibitions, Figure Ground, Season Five, SWAMP, and Forest Portraits are ongoing multi-year series that explore forest environments: human and climate-induced wildfire and their impacts on fragile ecosystems and human culture.

gottdan@gmail.com | dangottliebphoto.com

Past Moderators: Clarence Heyward - Professional Artist, Jonh Blanco - Museum Manager of 21c Hotel and Art Museum, Stacy Bloom Rexrode - Curator of Exhibitions and Collections with the City of Raleigh, artist Gayle Stott Lowry, artist sculptor Paris Alexander and Jennifer Dasal of Art Curious.

Limited to 10 artists. DAG Members only. Not a member? Join today: https://durhamartguild.org/membership/

Your last chance to view:

A Degree of Alchemy featuring works by Jake Heffington

CURATORIAL / EXHIBITION STATEMENT

This is a show about making rare things from common materials. I have spent the last 6 months tirelessly manipulating and experimenting with styrofoam. Using chemical interference as a blunt compositional tool, I have searched for expressions that transform it from secondary and overlooked to primary and treasured. With this exhibition, I hope to achieve Alchemy.

The gallery and adjacent studio represent a sliver of this experimentation and a glimpse into my process. Each piece has been selectively and meticulously dissolved, stabilized and established over a period of weeks in order to expose hidden structures and textures. They are delicate and fragile. They are the ruins of consumption.

Styrofoam has been sourced from local environmental organizations, and from all of our trash cans.

ARTIST BIO

Jake Heffington is an artist drawn to the latent potential of forgotten things. His heavily process-based work evolves from simple questions about common materials. Iterative experimentation distorts, disfigures, and contorts raw materials resulting in strange, otherworldly creations with roots in the hidden qualities and capabilities of the material. His unconventional processes, mediums, and compositions reflect a commitment to creative inquiry and exploration.

Jake is an award-winning architect (…And Other Works), design educator (North Carolina State University), and artist living and working in Durham North Carolina. He is the Founder and Executive Director of [Diversify Architecture], a nonprofit supporting young BIPOC architects and designers in their pursuit of education and licensure. Follow @and.other.works on Instagram for updates on his public and private art, architecture, and dog Ando.

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Art Swap & Artist Mingle at Ment Beverage Co.

Date: Thursday, Jan. 23
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (swap will begin around 7pm)
Location: Ment Beverage Co., American Tobacco Campus, Durham, NC

Ment Beverage Co. is thrilled to partner with the Durham Art Guild to host an Art Swap & Artist Mingle event! This free gathering is an exciting opportunity for artists and art enthusiasts to come together, connect, and share their creativity.

What to Expect:

• Art Swap: Attendees are invited to bring one piece of original artwork they created (maximum size: 16” x 20”). The swap will be facilitated through a fun and fair process—names will be drawn out of a hat to determine the order of selection. Whether you’re a member of the Durham Art Guild or not, all are welcome to participate!

• Artist Mingle: This is a fantastic chance to network with other creatives, share ideas, and enjoy the vibrant artistic community of Durham.

Event Highlights:

• Discover and take home a unique piece of art.

• Meet talented local artists and art lovers.

• Enjoy the welcoming ambiance of Ment Beverage Co., located in the heart of the American Tobacco Campus.

• Sample our diverse selection of fermented beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available).

Who Can Attend? This event is open to everyone! Whether you’re an established artist, an emerging creative, or simply someone who appreciates art, we’d love for you to join us.

How to Participate in the Art Swap:

1. Bring one piece of artwork you’ve created (16” x 20” or smaller).

2. Sign up on the Eventbrite

3. When you arrive, check in with your work of art.

4. Names will be drawn during the event to determine the swapping order.

5. Leave with a one-of-a-kind piece created by a fellow artist!

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate art, connect with the community, and share your creations. We can’t wait to see you there!

Get excited for the announcement of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed artworks, as well as the People’s Choice award!

226 artists submitted works to the 70th Annual Juried Exhibition and 70 works were selected for exhibition!

Awards will be given by DAG 1st Place: $800 / 2nd Place: $400 / 3rd Place: $200 / & Three Honorable Mentions

Peoples’ Choice Award will be determined by YOU! Stop by the gallery between November 27 - January 15th to cast your vote.

Experience Art Through Time in our newest Pop-Up Gallery and meet the featured artists on January 17th. (RESCHEDULED FROM JAN 10)

Canvas from the Past...Informing Our Futures: A DAG Members' Retrospective

Discover the stories and inspirations of the past with the latest pop-up gallery in Brightleaf Square! Featuring the works of 30 talented Durham Art Guild (DAG) member artists, this retrospective exhibition showcases artwork created five or more years ago.

Each piece serves as a window into the artists’ creative journeys, offering glimpses of how their earlier works continue to shape and inform their artistic futures. From bold explorations of form to timeless reflections on culture and identity, the exhibit invites you to reflect on the evolution of art and its lasting impact.

Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of artistry and history in the heart of Brightleaf Square. The gallery is open for a limited time—stop by and experience how the canvas of the past shapes the art of tomorrow.

CANCELED - Go head-to-head - marker-to-marker - with some of Durham's best artists!

"I’m not a super, fancy-pants, art guy." - HP Fangs, artist, educator, doodlist

What's a Doodle Jam?

Doodle Jam is a night to remember that art is fun, art is weird, and art is for everyone.

Grab a marker and get ready for ridiculous prompts from the wild and brilliant mind of Host HP Fangs...scribble next to your neighbors - the best doodles win prizes!

He'll be backed by DJ tunes, and joined by some of the Triangle's best artists in head-to-head cross-town challenges.

Get ready to doodle your ♥️ out.

ABOUT HP FANGS

I'm a North Carolina based Doodlist who’s heavily influenced by 80s/90s pop culture and comic books. Over the years I’ve been fortunate enough to illustrate children's books, teach drawing as a therapeutic practice and have my work featured on various large and small platforms - but mostly I’m just known for drawing big teeth on things. It’s my jam!

Currently, I teach middle and highschool art for Glow Academy. My background has always been in youth advocacy and development, so I revel in opportunities to integrate the skills. Additionally, I teach private lessons and do caricature art for special events (contact me for more details). Oh, also and most importantly to know… I use the word “dope” – a lot. I’m not a super, fancy-pants, art guy. Most of the work on this site is done with Copic markers and XPress-It blending card.

From Star News Online

He's a man of many names, not to mention games. 

As a visual artist, he goes by HP Fangs, which is short for Happy Fangs. His rapper name, if you will, for his past and future life as a hip-hop musician, is Haji P, short for Haji Pajamas. 

His students call him Mr. Greyson, kind of like his personal Facebook page, which is "Regular Greyson." 

"Middle-schoolers are still down to be weird," Davis said, which is why he prefers teaching students of that age. 

When deciding which work he wanted to submit [to CAM's "State of the Art/Art of the State" exhibit"] — each artist got just one — he thought, "This might be the only opportunity I ever have to have my work in a museum. What if I just draw a butt?"

And so, Davis submitted a painting of a cartoonish derriere passing a big green cloud of gas. It made him laugh, so he drew it. 

[Dr. Maia Nuku of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, one of three curators of the show] loved it...She said "the illest thing that anyone's ever said about my work. She goes, '22 lines.' She had counted my strokes. 'You did more with those 22 lines than most people could.' I was so hyped up."

Davis said he's often asked, "'What's your end goal?' I dunno, draw more pictures of dumb things."

But as a kid who grew up reading the funny papers and admiring the work he saw, "I feel like I want to give 8-year-old me a high five," Davis said. "'We did it!'"

A Degree of Alchemy

featuring works by Jake Heffington

CURATORIAL / EXHIBITION STATEMENT

This is a show about making rare things from common materials. I have spent the last 6 months tirelessly manipulating and experimenting with styrofoam. Using chemical interference as a blunt compositional tool, I have searched for expressions that transform it from secondary and overlooked to primary and treasured. With this exhibition, I hope to achieve Alchemy.

The gallery and adjacent studio represent a sliver of this experimentation and a glimpse into my process. Each piece has been selectively and meticulously dissolved, stabilized and established over a period of weeks in order to expose hidden structures and textures. They are delicate and fragile. They are the ruins of consumption.

Styrofoam has been sourced from local environmental organizations, and from all of our trash cans.

ARTIST BIO

Jake Heffington is an artist drawn to the latent potential of forgotten things. His heavily process-based work evolves from simple questions about common materials. Iterative experimentation distorts, disfigures, and contorts raw materials resulting in strange, otherworldly creations with roots in the hidden qualities and capabilities of the material. His unconventional processes, mediums, and compositions reflect a commitment to creative inquiry and exploration.

Jake is an award-winning architect (…And Other Works), design educator (North Carolina State University), and artist living and working in Durham North Carolina. He is the Founder and Executive Director of [Diversify Architecture], a nonprofit supporting young BIPOC architects and designers in their pursuit of education and licensure. Follow @and.other.works on Instagram for updates on his public and private art, architecture, and dog Ando.

What's Your Art Hustle? 
First Tuesday of Every Month at 6pm
Truist Gallery, 120 Morris Street (inside the Council building)

Join other artists once a month to chat about all things art.

What are you struggling with?

What are you working on?

Where could you use some support? 

We're all in this creative journey together, so come out and meet new artists to grow your practice and your confidence! 

Meet artists, art appreciators, Guild Members as you dive into the best art scene in North Carolina +

December’s Third Friday Artwalk with the Durham Art Guild has two locations featuring:

• Candy Carver @ Golden Belt Gallery 800 Taylor St. 6-9pm

• 70th Annual Juried Exhibition @ Truist Gallery 120 Morris St. 6-8pm (building open until 9pm)

• Liberty Arts and Durham Art Guild Solstice Pop-Up 6-9pm

Join Liberty Arts and Durham Art Guild on the darkest night of the year!

We'll make our own light at the Liberty Arts Foundry at Durham Central Park. Grab a glowing lantern and follow The Glow Goddess, performed by Stormie Daie, along the luminaria trail for about two blocks west to the Measurement Inc and historic BC Remedy Building,423 Morris St.
At our pop-up space, join the Liberty Arts Experience Raffle! For just $3 per ticket, you could win one of several extraordinary prizes, including a glass-blowing class, a private three-hour jewelry-making workshop, and an iconic Major the Bull iron tile for your home art collection.

Explore a pop-up exhibition curated by Durham Art Guild featuring the artwork of Bonnie Melton alongside DAG member and Liberty Arts artist Kirk Denny. 

Meet Liberty Arts artists and peruse fine arts and crafts for sale. Enjoy seasonal beverages by Atomic Clock Brewing and The Glass Jug (cash bar). Sample Liberty Arts cookies made by Sweets by Shayda and festive popcorn by The Mad Popper (while supplies last). Take in live indie-pop music by Emma Jane, a Durham-born singer-songwriter. Don't miss your chance to support the arts and win unique experiences!

On December 19th, join the Earlie E. Thorpe Historical Society at the Durham Art Guild's Golden Belt Gallery for a discussion on public history with NCCU Alum Tyanna Parker West.

This discussion marks the third installment of Practice Makes Purpose, a conversation series hosted by Anthony Patterson, which aims to help creative professionals bring context to their complex careers. During our time together, we'll discuss the expectations and realities of Mrs. West's professional practice, life, career pivots, and the purpose driving her work. 

Tyanna Parker-West is a public historian, performance artist, and proud Gullah Geechee woman whose Brunswick County roots go back to the early 1800s. Tyanna’s master’s thesis examines the Gullah connection in Brunswick County, North Carolina. Tyanna is also a first-year PhD student at North Carolina State University, where her focus areas include African American History and Heritage Preservation. Tyanna is the proud mother of 3 beautiful children and has been married to the love of her life, David, for the past 16 years. Instagram:@Tytheehistorian.

Practice Makes Purpose is a collaborative effort between artist and public historian Anthony Patterson and the Durham Art Guild, with additional sponsorship from the North Carolina Central University History Department.

Let’s celebrate the holidays with Candy Carver’s solo exhibition in the DAG Golden Belt Gallery!

Our Annual Juried Exhibition juried by william cordova officially opens to the public Wedesnday November 27th.

The Truist Gallery located inside the Durham Arts Council is open 9am - 9pm.

Both our galleries are closed on Thanksgiving Day but reopen Friday November 29 just in time for some Black Friday and Local Weekend Shopping! 

A different kind of artist talk with Candy Carver and Tobias Rose!

Join us in our Golden Belt Gallery surrounded by the current exhibition “Joy By Any Means” by Candy Carver.

Free and open to all.

Join Susu Hauser for yoga in our Truist Gallery!

Free Class

Open to all levels and humans. Please bring your own yoga mat.

This Yin Flow will happen amongst the exhibition The Art of Resilience featuring photography by documentarian Susu Hauser and over 50 international artisan pieces.

Let’s celebrate the opening of Candy Carver’s solo exhibition in the DAG Golden Belt Gallery!

In partnership with the Joel Fund and Heart To Hand, the Durham Art Guild presents a 4-Day Exhibition featuring artwork created by local veterans. Support those who serve at their opening reception on Third Friday

What's Your Art Hustle? 
First Tuesday of Every Month at 6pm
Truist Gallery, 120 Morris Street (inside the Council building)

Join other artists once a month to chat about all things art.

What are you struggling with?

What are you working on?

Where could you use some support? 

We're all in this creative journey together, so come out and meet new artists to grow your practice and your confidence! 

CANVAS CLASH

Twelve Artists, Three Live-Painting Rounds, You Choose Who Reigns Supreme!

Brought to you by Durham Art Guild + 21c Museum Hotel Durham + Weird Productions

Get ready for an electrifying evening of creativity and competition. Twelve local artists...three intense rounds...and only 20 minutes per round to create a masterpiece! This isn’t just art - it’s a battle... YOU get to decide who reigns supreme.

Featured Artists:

Allison Coleman, Anthony Patterson, HP Fangs, Joel Tesch, Kiara Chatterjee, Matt McCarthy, McKayla Walker, Peter Deligdisch, Rakia Jackson, Sophia Renee, William + Zion + Isabella Garcia, and one wild card surprise artist!!

What to Expect:

• Live Art Competition: Watch as 12 artists duel it out, armed with brushes, color, and boundless imagination.

• Audience Voting: Be part of the action by voting for your favorite artist each round. Your vote can crown the next art champion!

• Creative Vibes: Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of creativity, with music, laughter, and the vibrant energy of live art.

• Live Auction: Bid on the art created, support the arts and take home a memory of the evening

• Venue: The stunning ballroom at 21c Museum Hotel, Downtown Durham.

• Food and Non-Alcoholic Drinks by Counting House

• Cash Bar by Counting House

• Dress Code: Dress up, get comfy, show off your style - you decide

Sip and shop from local artists, surrounded by stunning murals at Uhill

Friday, October 25 from 4 Pm - 7 pm

Free to attend

From paintings and sculptures to handcrafted jewelry and ceramics, 20+ artists will showcase their artistic style, all for sale in front and throughout the UHill Apartment Complex. Enjoy complimentary drinks thanks to University Hill Apartments. After the market, explore the murals, shops and restaurants of UHill for a memorable and local Durham evening.

Explore the art and culture of downtown Durham with an expert art guide and marvel at the artistic talent of the region.

This curated walking tour allows visitors or residents to dive into the world of the arts in downtown Durham North Carolina. You'll explore several galleries, learn some background on the city's murals and architecture, and appreciate the downtown area through the lens of local artists.

This tour covers a majority of the downtown area with plenty of resting stops along the way. The tour is inside and outside to give you air conditioning and bathroom breaks, as well as experience the contrast between street facing art and interior gallery exhibitions.

About the Exhibition:

“The Art of Resilience” is not just an exhibit; it’s a photographer’s journey to the hearts and hands of indigenous communities around the world. Through life-size portraits, artisan interviews and processes, and cinematic glimpses of local traditions, visitors will be transported to the highlands of Guatemala, the Thai-Burma border, and the Kalahari Desert in Namibia. This immersive experience celebrates the artistry, culture, and unwavering spirit of Maya, Karen, Karenni, and San women and will showcase over 50 artisan pieces from overseas. Samples of ostrich eggshell jewelry and wall art, embroidery and rug-hooked pieces, and backstrap woven garments will be for sale to the public and proceeds will go to Multicolores, WEAVE, and OMBA Arts Trust, who are the three nonprofits championing these communities. Come saturate your senses and celebrate the transformative power of art.

About Documentarian Susu Hauser:

Susu Hauser is a professional photographer and documentary filmmaker specializing in weaving poignant narratives with stunning imagery. She has been referred to as a “trailblazing female” for over a decades’ work producing content for National Geographic, Discovery Channel, and The History Channel. Having honed her skills in television production, Susu cofounded The Invisible Lens, a full-service production company with a mission to create impactful programming. Highlights of this work include a full-length wildlife conservation documentary in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountain National Park, a cinematic memoir for NASA physicist, George Gloeckler, an environmental documentary entitled “Voices of the Inside Passage”; which was selected to the 2018 Colorado Environmental Film Festival, and a medical docuseries for Detroit’s Top Docs.

In 2021, Susu founded Susu Hauser Photography with a continued commitment to lend her services to aligned missions and organizations. As the sole owner and operator of the production company, she has produced promotional videos for Dress for Success Triangle, The American Kennel Club, The Living Arts Collective, Sonda Yoga, Photographers Without Borders, Multicolores, WEAVE - Women's Education for Advancement and Empowerment Foundation, OMBA Arts Trust, the Jonah Garson Campaign, and Nnenna Freelon's Great Grief Podcast. Susu’s “trailblazing” career has been featured by Crew Connection, Production Hub, LensCulture, Philanthropy Journal, and Cary Magazine. Susu is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor, salsa dancer, and tennis junkie, who dabbles in wheel-thrown pottery and wire-wrapped jewelry. She has filmed and photographed in 20 countries and 5 continents and now finds sanctuary in North Carolina with her pup, Kona.

Climate Survey ’24 Opening Reception and Artist Meet + Greet

Artistic reflections on news and observations about Climate Change, expressed in colored and black & white monotypes.

About the Artist

James Keul is a teaching fine-artist and muralist based in Durham, NC. James graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design, earning a BFA in Painting, with honors, and continued his education at the Art Students League of NY. While in New York, James worked as artists’ assistant to Frank Herbert Mason, muralist Richard Haas, and sculptor Lorrie Goulet. James has exhibited his paintings and monotypes widely, including Waterworks Visual Art Center, the GreenHill Center for NC Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in Tokyo, Japan, CAM Raleigh, and Leslie Heller Workspace, NYC. James is a 2024 NC Artist Support Grant recipient from the Durham and NC Arts Councils. One of James’ paintings was recently included in the 5th National Climate Assessment, representing Hawaii and U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands, and will be included in the forthcoming Climate Literacy Guide.  This piece will also be featured in an exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of Natural History, in Spring 2025.

 Touch, explore, create: An art experience for creatives with low to no vision

Join us for a touchable and creative art experience for low-vision parents and their children led by sculptor Mary Lee Kerr and DAG's Accessibility Consultant Parrice Leach! Our Clay Workshop invites you to create a piece of artwork through a hands-on exploration using air-dry clay and a variety of clay tools. With child-friendly and accessible classroom practices, every member of the family can participate fully in the creative process.. 

This free workshop will take place in the Durham Art Guild Golden Belt Gallery, with work spaces spread out to accommodate up to 15 people. Please limit 2 children per adult, ages 8+. 

We are committed to ensuring that all individuals have equal access to the arts. This event has been designed with accessibility in mind, incorporating features such as legible font labels, ample spacing, and options for accommodations. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can participate fully and comfortably.

Please feel free to sign up through the RSVP Link below, and don't hesitate to reach out if you require any additional assistance or accommodations. We look forward to welcoming you to our workshop!

RSVP here