Clarksville, Tenn. – (CLARKSVILLENOW) First Thursday Art Walk continues June 6 in historic downtown Clarksville. Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, the event is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius. It combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more. Art Walk is free and open to the public.
With over 10 venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
The June Art Walk will be held this Thursday, June 6 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the shops and galleries on Public Square, Franklin Street, and Strawberry Alley. Participating businesses listed below will feature specific exhibits, artists, or services during the event.
Downtown Artists Co-op, 96 Franklin Street, will feature Beholden to Grace by Sharon Mann. Sharon Mann enjoys drawing in charcoal, graphite and soft pastels. Her show will feature several drawings and various pieces of leather work such as purses, belt bags and phone cases.
Music will be provided by Stuart Bonington.
The Framemaker, 705 North Second Street, will feature Keeping in Touch by Nashville artist Yasmine L. El-Chaer. The exhibit will remain on display at The Framemaker throughout the month of June during normal business hours.
Yasmine El-Chaer often attempts to create a discussion through mixed media processes and works with immigrants to accurately display communication between different cultures.
The Framemaker is located at the corner of North Second Street and Georgia Avenue, across from the Clarksville Academy.
The Roxy Regional Theatre – Peg Harvill Gallery, 100 Franklin Street, will feature the work of Miranda Herrick and Nathan Parker during the month of June.
In honor of the dawning of the Age of Aquarius, Nathan Parker has painted the constellations of the Zodiac, while Miranda Herrick has drawn a dozen out-of-sight patterns. Dig the work of these two Austin Peay alums when you hit the Roxy’s groovy production of Hair! For those who enjoy the visual arts, the Peg Harvill Gallery, located just beyond the lobby, hosts twelve shows annually featuring locally and nationally known artisans.
The Customs House Museum, 200 S. 2nd Street, will feature several rotating and permanent exhibits. Highlights include The Mysterious Captain Weems, Remembering D-Day: 75th Anniversary, Batter Up! Celebrating America’s Pastime, and Sharon Rusch Shaver: The Way I See It.
Edward’s Steakhouse, 107 Franklin Street, will host local photographer, David Smith.
Smith, a military veteran and well known Clarksville photographer, will feature primarily landscapes however there are also photographs interspersed of downtown Clarksville and the city.
strong>City of Clarksville: Parks & Recreation , 102 Public Square, will host Ava Vienneau, Rachel White, Samantha Stoffregen and Tara Swalgren during the June 2019 First Thursday Art Walk.
Artists’ work will include a mix of photography, jewelry, painting and mixed media. The women each come from very diverse backgrounds and have come to appreciate their art as an expression of their experiences.
Journey’s Eye Studio , 131 Franklin Street, will host artist Rebecca Aldred developed her artistic expression later in life. She is thrilled to showcase her paintings and drawings at Journey’s Eye Studio.
DBOGallery , 128 N. Second Street, will host an exhibit featuring the work of Olasubomi Bashorun.
In addition to creating beautiful original work, he teaches art, instructs ballroom dancing and hosts creative workshops.
Downtown Commons , 215 Legion Street, Arts for Hearts co-founder Barbara Kane will lead visitors in collage making. Using Gelli Print paper, created by Founder Rita Arancibia, visitors of all ages can make collage by tearing, cutting gluing and creating a beautiful piece of art.
The class is free and all supplies and instruction provided. Ages 6 and up welcome!