Opening Reception
2024-07-12 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us July 12 for an Opening Reception/Second Friday celebrating our new exhibit; Featuring Member artist Donna Stubbs and her collaborative sculptures with Brent Arnold, member artist Theresa P-Tan and guest artists Sasha Bakaric and John Rosenthal. Wine, bites, and of course plenty of amazing art!

Best of party!
2024-07-27 13:00 - 15:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Come join us in celebrating Chapel Hill Magazine’s latest ‘Best of’ winners: realtor Shenandoah Nieuwsma and FRANK Gallery! Enjoy Prosecco Floats, delicious bites, live music by Eliza Meyer and Devon Flaherty, and explore incredible art. This event is free for all to attend.

Second Friday Art Walk
2024-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER

Drop into the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception. We are celebrating the closing of our current exhibit featuring Donna Stubbs and her collaborative sculptures with Brent Arnold, Theresa P-Tan and guest artists Sasha Bakaric and John Rosenthal.

There is so much to see at FRANK, and we are walking distance to several other participating galleries.

Featured Artists Exhibit Aug/Sep 2024
2024-08-13 00:00 - 2024-09-21 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Featuring member artists R. Scott Horner, Kaidy Lewis and guest artists John Parkinson and Fabrizio Bianchi.

Opening Reception: August 23 from 6-9 pmCoffee with FRANK live painting by Horner and Lewis: September 7 at 10 amSpecial Talk on ART and AI by Horner: September 18 at 6 pm

R. Scott Horner

Scott’s paintings in this exhibit come from a series called Water on Stones. He captures the essence of the water/stone duality with exciting marks and shapes that delivers a pleasing presence. For Scott, water creates and destroys. It also distorts our vision. In one glance we see a refracted view of what’s below and a reflection of what’s above. Stones record the flow of water and time. Each mark reports past events. Sharp edges and hard angles tell of quick, violent actions. Round, smooth areas show the erosion of centuries of moving water.

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Kaidy Lewis

Kaidy presents us with complex compositions that hint at a human presence. In her new series of paintings, the artist contemplates the increasing number of multiverses we are able to experience. The subjects of her semi-abstract paintings are both familiar and strange. You’ll notice inanimate objects as well as suggestions of people. In her work, Kaidy uses bold and gestural marks that both subvert reality and describe it at the same time.

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Fabrizio Bianchi

Fabrizio’s work is his expression of what he calls a Venn diagram radiating from traversing ovals of duality. They represent his view of North and Latin American cultures, digital and traditional art, tranquility and chaos, and precision and spontaneity. His tools include inks and wood burning which results in compositions that “cannot exist without the synchronous blend and clash of fire and water.” Look closely and you may see echos of cultures that shaped Fabrizio: graffiti in Buenos Aires, Argentina; the imaginary landscapes of Italian futurists, Chilean Surrealist Roberto Matta; and the timeless writings of Jorge Luis Borges.

John Parkinson

The wood furniture pieces John builds show clean elegant lines, incorporating quiet details and accents that enhance visual vitality. He uses traditional hand tools and machinery to craft these beautiful and functional works of art. John says his “deepest satisfaction comes from designing a piece that both the owner and viewer find useful and interesting.”

Small Works Exhibit
2024-08-13 00:00 - 2024-09-21 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
FRANK Gallery will be filled with works of art 12″ x 12″ and smaller. This special exhibit includes pieces by more than 35 local artists. And it’s a great opportunity for you to fill that special small space in your home.

Examples from the Small Works exhibit

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Rails 4

$295.00

Steep and Shallow

$460.00

Slope and Slant

$460.00

Rails 3

$295.00

emerging

$80.00

Rails 2

$295.00

Rails 1

$295.00

Charge

$1,200.00

Presence 3

$200.00

Presence 2

$200.00

John Rosenthal on Photography
2024-08-22 13:00 - 14:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
RESCHEDULED DATE August 22 from 1-2pm

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

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As an exclusive for Friends of FRANK members, join us for an engaging talk by acclaimed photographer John Rosenthal, who will delve into the fascinating world of photography beyond the images themselves. In this thought-provoking discussion, John will explore the philosophical questions that underpin the act of capturing moments through the lens. With his profound insights and captivating storytelling, John promises a lively and stimulating conversation that will challenge your perceptions and deepen your appreciation for the art of photography. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

Opening Reception
2024-08-23 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us for the opening reception, featuring artists R. Scott Horner, Kaidy Lewis, and guest artists John Parkinson and Fabrizio Bianchi. Celebrate the Small Works show, showcasing many new and returning guest artists. Enjoy an evening of art and creativity, and take the opportunity to meet the artists and mingle with fellow art enthusiasts.

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Coffee with FRANK: Live Collaboration
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Hear artists R. Scott Horner and Kaidy Lewis talk about their collaborative process as they create paintings at the same time. Horner and Lewis will answer your questions about how collaborative artists work and about their featured exhibit now showing at FRANK. There will be complimentary coffee and plenty of interesting discussions on art and collaborations.

AI, Art and My Arm’s Reach
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
As artificially intelligent image generators rapidly improve the quality of their output, creators grow more and more worried about their impact on the art world. In this special multi-media presentation, abstract artist R. Scott Horner discusses the rise of AI art and his take on what it all means for human-made art.

Horner is currently being exhibited as a featured artist at FRANK. So this talk will also give you some insights into his work process and conceptual ideas.

Featured Artists Exhibit Sep/Nov 2024
2024-09-24 00:00 - 2024-11-09 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Featuring Bill McAllister, Susan Finer and guest artists Peg Gignoux and Karli Pendergraft. With a special exhibit curated by Joe Grant, director of Starworks Glass and featuring the work of Takuro Shibata, director of Starworks ceramics and Mac Metz, director of Starworks metals. Also in this exhibit we’ll feature FRANK in Focus in association with the Triangle-Wide photography festival CLICK, to celebrate the wonderful photographers of FRANK.

Opening Reception September 27, 6-9 pm

Bill McAllister

In Huangshan, China, Bill photographed the magic of that area’s natural wonders. His photos are presented in the manner of 8th century Chinese ink paintings depicting this most special place. Bill uses his expert eye in capturing the landscape, always finding interesting textures, engaging compositions and dreamy atmospherics.

Susan Finer

For Susan, beauty is found in the imperfections of rough tree bark, plush moss, peeling paint and rusted metal. You can find this wondrous splendor in what she calls her “tactile memories.” Her intuitive abstract fiber art constructs a diverse terrain stitch by stitch, knot by knot, and layer by layer. She creates worlds where organic and linear, chaotic and ordered come together, where ragged rips, untidy snippets, and messy protrusions meet up with orderly lines and grids.

Karli Pendergraft

Pendergraft has spent much of her life immersed in the natural world, drawing inspiration from its intricate patterns and subtle energies. She uses clay to translate her observations into tangible forms. She draws inspiration from diverse natural phenomena such as mycelium networks, branching root systems, oceanic life, and cellular structures. Her art gives you a space for reflection and wonder, encouraging a deeper appreciation of the delicate and profound rhythms of nature.

Joe Grant

Joe is the Glass Director for Starworks. In his “Gossamers” series, Joe blows the glass extremely thin, stretching the colors until they begin to fall apart. Balanced between refined form and a loss of control, these works celebrate the joys of color and the transformative qualities of glass to look and feel like fabric and textiles. Joe also collaborates with metalsmith Mac Metz to make abstracted glass flowers that transition carefully to the graceful lines of their stainless steel stems.

Mac Metz

Director of the metal studio at Starworks, Mac works primarily with metal, stone, glass and wood to create work that conveys allegorical references to past events and specific scientific principles. Looking at his work, you see the push and pull of materials: soft wood next to cold steel and transparent glass paired with solid stone. His beautiful sculptures have been exhibited in Estonia, Finland and Japan, and we are very excited to see this work at FRANK.

Takuro Shibata

Since becoming the director of Starworks Ceramics, Takuro started researching local clays. His work beautifully presents the transformation of wild clay — untouched and raw, with kilns fired with wood from local sawmills and the surrounding land. These magical ceramic pieces appear to grow and move, echoing the capriciousness of the natural world.

Marguerite Jay Gignoux

Marguerite’s stitched canvases hold small and large marks with layers of textile ink coloring lengths of linen. This sturdy cloth holds the history of her French-American family. Dropping in a few sweeping and crooked stitched lines suggests a setting; a garden, a dwelling, a path. These minimal shapes and washes of color invite you into Marguerite’s idyllic world.

FRANK: inFocus Presents: Light Gestures
2024-09-24 00:00 - 2024-11-09 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
FRANK:inFocus is proud to be part of the annual Triangle-wide CLICK! Photography Festival showcasing the talents of photographers from around the world.

The month of October is an exciting celebration of photography with FRANK:inFocus “The Click! Photography Festival celebrates the medium of photography and its cultural influence by engaging the photography community with exceptional photo-based works, artists, and programming.” FRANK:inFocus will also feature FRANK member and guest photographers; Peter Filene, Bill McAllister, Barbara Tyroler, Ashlie Johnson Coggins, and Dan Gottlieb.

Please join us for this exciting month filled with engaging photography related events!

Opening Reception; September 27th 6-9pm

Artist Talk: October 19th 2-3pm; Ashlie Johnson Coggins, Barbara Tyroler, Dan Gottlieb, and Peter Filene talk about photography, their processes, and work on display at FRANK.

Sounds Bath Experience: October 19th 3:15pm; After the artist talk, stay for a sound bath experience led by Amanda Richardson.

Opening Reception
2024-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us for the opening reception of FRANK’s new show featuring Bill McAllister, Susan Finer and guest artists Peg Gignoux and Karli Pendergraft. We will also be hosting a special exhibit curated by Joe Grant, director of Starworks Glass and featuring the work of Takuro Shibata director of Starworks ceramics and Mac Metz director of Starworks metals. Also in this exhibit will be a feature of FRANK in Focus in association with the Triangle – Wide photography festival CLICK, celebrate the wonderful photographers of FRANK.

Pop-up! "Birds" Sidewalk sale
2024-10-05 11:00 - 16:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
AND BENEFIT RAISING FUNDS FOR FLOOD STRICKEN ASHEVILLE

Join us for a bird-themed sidewalk sale on Saturday, October 5th, from 11-4 p.m.! Explore whimsical mosaic birdhouses by Gabrielle Rousso, charming collage birds by Charlotte Foust, and delightful bird ceramics by Cathy Kiffney. Come for the art, stay for the snacks, and enjoy a beautiful day of creativity outdoors!

ASHEVILLE ARTS BENEFITTen percent of all sales made at this event will be donated to support the arts and artists in Asheville.> LEARN MORE

Create a Mosaic Leaf for Fall - Workshop
2024-10-17 00:30 - 2024-10-31 03:30 | NC
Instructor: Gabrielle RoussoThree Sessions: Thursdays, October 17, 24, 31 – 12:30-3:30 pm

Whether you have dabbled in mosaics before or are new to this art form, this 9-hour class (3 hours per week) will introduce you to mosaics through the creation of two (2) small-medium sized 3-D mosaic leaves or one (1) large 3-D mosaic leaf. Gabrielle’s approach to teaching mosaics is informative, creative, and fun. Through her guidance, you will create step-by-step pieces of beautiful 3-D mosaic artwork that can decorate your Thanksgiving table, hang on your wall, or be given as a gift. Many mosaic examples, tips and techniques will be shared. Students will receive a printable pdf of fabulous mosaic resources in the US/Europe. All materials needed to create your mosaic leaf sculpture are included in the class fee, including your wooden or metal leaf form, glass and ceramic tiles of multiple shapes and colors associated with Fall, as well as millefiori, beads, jewels, stained glass, adhesives/tools/grout! (6 student minimum for this class to run, with a maximum of 10 students)

Classes will be held at the instructor’s studio in Chapel Hill. Register below. Registration deadline is October 14th, so that supplies can be pre-ordered for supply kits.

Class Fee: $168 plus a $30 supply fee = $198 per student

*The class price offers a special $10 discount on supply fees. All supplies included in class price are valued at $40!

Photographers Talk and more!
2024-10-19 14:00 - 17:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
FRANK Gallery is excited to present two engaging events as part of FRANK in Focus, a featured exhibition in the Triangle-Wide Photography festival CLICK. On October 19th, from 2-3pm, join photographers Ashlie Johnson Coggins, Barbara Tyroler, Dan Gottlieb, and Peter Filene for an artist talk. They will delve into their photographic processes, inspirations, and the work currently on display at FRANK. Immediately following the talk, at 3:15pm, experience a soothing Sound Bath led by Amanda Richardson, offering a unique blend of art and mindfulness in the gallery space.

Off the Wall Gala 2024
2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
FRANK’s signature fundraising event is well-known for its excitement, spectacular selection of art, and community roots. Join us at 6 pm on October 26 for our 14th Gala supporting FRANK Gallery’s mission to enrich our community through art.

Attend in-gallery or from home

The Gala will be held in the gallery as well as broadcast live via Zoom for attendees who want to enjoy art and a tasty cheese box in the comfort of their home. For guests attending in person, a full bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and light snacks will be provided.

How does it work?

With the purchase of an Art Ticket, your name is entered into a pool with other art ticket holders. During the gala, the names of art ticket holders will be drawn at random (this is the fun part!) and read out loud by our emcee, local radio personality, Aaron Keck. Once called, you’ll have one minute to choose your favorite piece of art “off the wall” to take home. It gets exciting as you never know what piece will go next! This event will be hybrid, meaning we’ll offer a limited amount of in-person art and companion tickets, and some online virtual tickets! In-person guests will enjoy delicious food and an open bar. Online guests have the same chance to select art off the wall, but from the comfort of their home.

There will be plenty of donated art (from our generous artists!) all valued at more than the price of a ticket! We invite you to see all the artwork ahead time in two ways, in-gallery or online. Visit the gallery the week before the Gala to see all the donated art hanging. Also, preview the works here as they are donated.

CAN’T ATTEND THE GALA?

Please donate to FRANK’s Francine Pilloff Community Outreach and Education Program

DONATION OPTIONS

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Bid on more than 80 amazing items, including art, local experiences, restaurant gift cards and much more.

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VIRTUAL ACCESS

For Virtual Gala ticket holders only.

Get Zoom ready: If you don’t have Zoom installed on your device, go to https://zoom.us to download the Zoom app.

Check in from 6 pm to 6:30 pm on Saturday, go to https://ncsu.zoom.us/my/brandfortner

Click on “Join with video”

Please orient yourself with the features and layout of Zoom, and use “chat” to ask us questions during the event, Feel free to call us at the gallery if you have questions before the event.

During the Gala, Keep yourself muted. Then when your name is called for the Off The Wall drawing, turn on your camera and your mic.

Tell us the number of the art you are choosing, and the artist’s name.

And, write your number selection ona piece of paper and hold it up to the camera so we can be sure we heard you correctly!

Donated Artworks

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Keith Allen, “Slice of life” tripod hall shelf, 41” wide X 16” deep X 33” high, walnut, poplar and milk paintKeith Allen, Green Maple Table With Drawer, 25” wide X 15” deep X 27” high, maple, poplar and milk paintRose Warner, Blooms and Wings, 25″ x 31″, acrylic paint, canvas and threadNatalie Boorman, Pot, CeramicSasha Bakaric, Lamp, 15.5″ h x 6″ w, ceramic and rice paper Natalie Boorman, Winterfell, handbuilt pinch poit, coil on the outside pit fired with ferns, 11″h x 12″wEric Serritella, Paper Birch Basket, Ceramic, 6″ x 6″ x 4″ Rebecca McLaughlin Neigher, earrings and necklace set, Necklace is Sterling Silver and Labradorite and Earrings are Sterling Silver, Labradorite and Coin Pearls
Tama Hochbaum, Curved Matrix I, 12″ x 20″ , Archival digital print on metallic paper, mounted onto Dibond Susan Filley, Crystal Mat Vase , 11.5″ h x 9″ w, Porcelain Carroll Lassiter, Low Clouds, 16″ x 20″ oil on panelCarroll Lassiter, September Beaufort County, 24″ x 48″, oil on panelKaidy Lewis, Unboxed, oil on canvas, 20″ x 20″ Kaidy Lewis, Green Leaves, 20.5″ x 17″, oil on canvasMarguerite Jay Gignoux, Provence, textile Kaidy Lewis, Belles, 31″ x 26″, oil on canvasLuna Lee Ray, Perigee, mixed media, 24”x 24”Mirinda Kossoff, Necklace and Earring Set, The necklace is composed of sterling chain with leather connections and a slice of agate set in sterling with a small cz mounted on top and dark grey/black post and drop river stone earrings are encased in sterling bezels Patricia Saling, Vase, white stoneware with crystalline vase, 18″ x 8″ Peg Bachenheimer, Taking Time and Roundabout, 12″ x 9″, acrylic on panelLila Bacon, Thoughts, Acrylic on canvas, 40”L x 30”H x 1.5” DJohn Parkinson, Franklin Table, Zebrawood, ebonized red oak, 26″h x 17″ w x 17 lAshlie Johnson Coggins, Evening Primrose I, 24″ x 18″, photographAshlie Johnson Coggins, Evening Primrose II, 24″ x 18″, photographBill McAllister, Swamp Reflections, Ossabaw Island, 24″ x 20″, archival pigment printBill McAllister, Breaking Wave, Glacia, 20″ h x 24″w, archival pigment printAlan Dehmer, Low Tide, Emerald Isle, NC, 31” x 28” Alexandra Givens, Here Comes The Sun, 18″ x 10″, Textile Ley Killeya, Dance when you’re perfectly free, acrylic on canvas, 30″ x 15″Ley Killeya, Dance when you’re broken open, acrylic on canvas, 30×15Kaidy Lewis, Love After Love, Oil on canvas, 24″ x 29″Nancy Marple, Ancestral Ties II, Acrylic, encaustic and handmade paper, 17″ x 21″Anne Wall Thomas, Autumn Paradox, Mixed media on paper, 24″ x 20″ framedMichele Maynard, “minerals+water+time, no. 2”, Acrylic on board, 24″ x 36″ Jane Filer, Country Roads, Acrylic on canvas, 9.5″ x 12″, $1,000Katherine Armacost, Personal Paths, Oil on canvas, 30″ x 30″Lew Graham, Light as Air, Encaustic on panel, 30″ x 30″Catherine Gregory, Black Horse, Acrylic, 13.5″ x 14″ Theresa P-Tan, Chockablock, 18″ x 24″, mixed media on wood panelTheresa P-Tan, Topsy Turvy, 18″ x 24″ mixed media on wood panelPeter Filene, In the Distance, 8″ x 11″, Photo collage Peter Filene, Playmates, 20″ x 27″, photocollage Donna Stubbs, Don’t Rush Me, 24″ x 24″, mixed media & acrylic Barbara Tyroler, WinterTerm Toes, 29” x 39”, photographyBarbara Tyroler, Summer Term, 24″ x 48”, photographyLuna Lee Ray & Donna Stubbs Collaboration, Salter Path, 24″ x 36″, Mixed Media Nerys Levy, Gallery, 18″ x 24″, Acrylic, charcoal and water soluble pen on paperNerys Levy, “Bouquet”, 16” x 12”, Mixed media water color and water soluble pen on hand made paperJean LeCluyse, Flight Patterns I, 11 x 14, mixed mediaJean LeCluyse, Underdevelopment at Obey Creek, 24″ x 36″, Graphite, GessoDan Gottlieb, Hurricane, Photograph and paint on panel, 41 x 23Dan Gottlieb, Cypress Grove, 27″ x 27″, Photograph and paint on panelLinda Prager, Set of plates clay, assorted sizesCarolyn Rugen, Creek Series 6, 39″ x 31″, oil on canvas Carolyn Rugen, Summer Comes Through the Windows, oil on canvas, 40″ x 38″, oil on canvas Donna Stubbs, Wishing Well, 12″ x 24″, mixed media on panelR. Scott Horner, Floating Leaves, 18″ x 18″, Acrylic on canvasJean LeCluyse, Playing Jacks 2, 48″ x 24″, mixed media Gordon Jameson, Seyrels, oil, 40″ x 25″ R. Scott Horner , Rising Columns, 8″ x 24″, Acrylic on canvasLinda Prager, 2 Necklaces, Jasper, pyrite, and opal necklace and crystal, jade, and pearl with chrysocolla necklace both with sterling silver clasps Gordon Jameson, Shelter, 22″ x 16″, Acrylic Carol Retsch-Bogart & Linda Prager, X Marks the Spot and Black Vase, 18w x 24h framed piece, and 9″ vase, Paper pulp painting of natural and pigmented plant fibers & clayJohn Rosenthal, Rue de Douai, Paris, France, Photograph, 27″ x 36.5″ (framed)Deborah Harris, two vases, porcelain, 11.5″h and 10″ h Gordon Jameson, Hamamelis, 20″ x 20″, Acrylic Karen Day , Citadel, 16″ x 16″, Mixed media/acrylic Karen Day, If Walls Could Talk, 24″ x 24″, Mixed media/acrylic Judith Ernst, Vines, 12″ x 8″ Glazed StonewareCarol Retsch-Bogart, Kimono, 40″ h x 30″w, mounted and framed mixed media collage of hand printed and Japanese papersLuna Lee Ray, Lotus Dreams 3, 30″ x 30″, Mixed MediaLuna Lee Ray and Shelly Hehenberger, Biome, diptych, Mixed media, 18″ x 36″Peg Bachenheimer, Ocean Meditation, 24″ x 36″, acrylic on canvasPeg Bachenheimer, Roll with It, acrylic on canvas, framed, 30″ x 30″ Shelly Hehenberger, Jardin-du-Soleil, 12″ x 24″, cold wax and oil mediumShelly Hehenberger, Turquiose-Cavern, 18″ x 18″ Cold wax and oil mediumCarol Retsch-Bogart, Stratification, 29″ h x19″ w, mounted and framed stitched collage of textiles and paperLuna Lee Ray, Summer Mist, Ascending, 24″ x 36″, Mixed MediaSusan Finer, City View, 29″H x 23.5″W, Fiber (unmounted quilt) Susan Finer, The Neighbors are Singing Again, 25″H x 19″W, Mixed Media (mounted and framed)Sudie Rakusin, Tarantella, 19.5” h x 15.75” w, Cold wax medium and oil paint on panel

Gala Sponsors

Donors

Francine Pilloff Patricia Saling & Keith Burridge Bonnie Layman & Gordon JamesonGabrielle & David RoussoLinda Prager & Michael Parker Sudie RakusinCarol & George Retsch BogartScott & Memrie McConnellRichard & Carole NussbaumPat Saling & Keith BurridgeLinda & Dean BonomoDanny BellMike & Kim KeyesDr Dennis SwartoutBarbara TyrolerAnita WolfendenMirinda KossoffJoseph TartBrand FortnerNeil Blumenkopf & Irene FaustDonna StubbsTova HairstonCarroll LassiterJeremy HowellLuna Lee Ray Rebecca Neigher

2024 Holiday Exhibit
2024-11-12 00:00 - 2025-01-05 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Excellent work from our FRANK member artists, guests, and many new artists will be on display in the gallery. This your perfect opportunity to find the right creative gifts for your loved ones. You’ll find a mix of large and small works at many price ranges. Gift local!

Holiday Opening Reception
2024-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Meet the Holiday Exhibit artists and enjoy wine and cheese as you browse through hundreds of unique gift possibilities.

Talk: Sacred Dimensions
2024-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
The Art of Divine Form & Resonance in Indian Spiritual Science

Join us in FRANK for a talk by guest speaker, owner of Muses Card Shop, Abhi Sivadas. This talk explores the profound spiritual science embedded in Indian art, sculpture, and architecture, where form, symbolism, and geometry converge as pathways to elevate our consciousness. In Indian tradition, art is a sacred practice��not only an aesthetic endeavor but a transformative one that bridges the earthly and the divine. Through carefully crafted proportions, intentional geometry, and cosmic resonance, ancient Indian art becomes a language of the Atman (inner self ).

In this presentation, we will uncover the wisdom passed down by the ancient sages, focusing on three core aspects foundational to Indian spiritual science in art and architecture:

1. The Grammar and Language of Divine FormsIndian sacred art and architecture are deeply symbolic, using intricate geometries and sacred symbols to convey spiritual meanings. Each curve, line, and form has purpose, designed to connect us to the cosmos and awaken our Atman, the inner Self. Through this lens, we’ll explore the language of divine forms and how their careful design shapes our interaction with the higher realms.

2. Understanding Proportions for Divine FormsAt the heart of divine Art , architecture and sculpture lies sacred mathematical precision. These proportions are more than visual guidelines; they are rooted in cosmic alignment, bringing the structures and forms into resonance with universal order. By following these proportions, ancient artisans created sculptures and temples that do not simply represent divinity but embody its vibration, inviting viewers to experience a harmony that uplifts the spirit.

3. Creating a Healing Space with Cosmic VibrationsBeyond their visual beauty, Indian temples and divine sculptures are built to emit healing vibrations. Crafted through intentional spatial arrangements and spiritual geometry, these spaces cultivate peace, balance, and inspiration. This segment will explore how spiritual architecture and sculpture are designed to resonate with transformative energies, elevating the viewer’s experience to one of profound peace and interconnectedness.

Abhi Sivadas is the owner of My Muses Card Shop in Carrboro, and a passionate creator of sanctuary spaces that resonate with divine harmony. Born into a family of temple builders in South India, Abhi has dedicated the past decade to studying with master builders and temple architects in India. His research focuses on ancient power centers and the effects of sacred architecture and alignment on our energy field and heart space.

Specializing in the Vedic building manuals of ancient India, Abhi uses this codified knowledge of frequency and resonance to design and align vibrant spaces, homes, and communities that promote well-being. Alongside his work in architecture, Abhi is an artist who shares his knowledge with other enthusiasts through workshops, seminars, and hands-on experimentation, inspiring others to explore the intersection of art, spirituality, and sacred design.

Mosaic Holiday Ornament Workshop
2024-12-09 12:30 - 15:30 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
In this 3-hour workshop, students will create and complete two unique and beautiful Mosaic Holiday ornaments at Frank Gallery in Carrboro under the instruction of mosaic artist Gabrielle Rousso.

Workshop price includes instruction and a fabulous selection of materials for students to choose from, including many types of glass, mirrors, ceramic tile, millefiori, jewels, beads, jewelry findings, and surprise-found treasures. We will use “Fix-it-Apoxie Sculpt” as a special adhesive for your finished ornaments.

All Supplies included in price to create 2 fabulous ornaments.

Registration deadline is December 4, so that supplies can be pre-ordered for the workshop. (Minimum 5 students, Maximum 20 students).

Friends of FRANK Holiday Soirée
2024-12-12 17:00 - 20:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
An exclusive, invite-only, event for Friends of FRANK members and their guests

FRANK Gallery warmly welcomes our Friends of FRANK members and their invited guests to an Exclusive Holiday Soirée & Sale.

NOT A FRIEND OF FRANK MEMBER?Join now for as little as $250 and enjoy benefits such as this party, FRANK discounts and more.

A festive evening featuring:

✨ Holiday beverages, appetizers, and desserts

✨ Exciting giveaways and special promotions

✨ A dazzling selection of art and gifts in a variety of price points

✨ The chance to celebrate with FRANK artists who will be in attendance

Come by anytime during the event hours to celebrate and shop with us! And remember, as a Friend of FRANK member, you get a 10% discount on all in-gallery purchases!

Please RSVP to reserve your spot at this merry occasion. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Second Friday Art Walk
2024-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Drop into the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception. The gallery is packed with great art giving you the perfect opportunity to find the right creative gifts for your loved ones.

There is so much to see at FRANK, and we are walking distance to several other participating galleries.

Holiday Shopping Monday
2024-12-23 12:00 - 16:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Come shop FRANK for holiday gifts on this very special Monday before Christmas. Normally we are closed on Mondays, but to help you find the best last-minute gift, we decided to open our doors.

Come on in and browse the hundreds of art pieces on display in our annual Holiday Exhibit.

Also note that we will be closing early on December 24 at 2 pm.

Featured Artists Exhibit Jan/Feb 2025
2025-01-07 00:00 - 2025-02-15 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us as we ring in the new year with featured artists Gordon Jameson, Ley Killeya, and guest furniture maker Pete Rodrigues.

Opening Reception January 17, 6-9 pm

Gordon Jameson

An established abstract painter, Gordon relies on strong color and compositions of unique shapes. Much of his work’s narrative references western interpretations of Christian imagery, primarily the Annunciation and Enthroned Madonna. And so the figure emerges in Gordon’s paintings, shifting his works slightly away from complete abstraction.

Ley Killeya

Ley uses acrylic paint, ink, and gold metallic leaf to create her abstract figurative paintings. She focuses on the use of line and composition to represent parts of the body, adding unexpected dashes of color to break the surface and disturb expectations. Elements of gold leaf indicate the value we and others place on them. Her work helps us consider how our bodies, and the perceptions of them, confer power, limit rights, exercise control, and interrogate identity.

Pete Rodrigues

Pete crafts his fine furniture with a focus on both function and natural beauty. And within each piece of wood he sees similarities to human faults in the material’s cracks, twist, bows and rough cut edges. However, when worked by the master craftsman, the wood can be turned into something beautiful.

Opening Reception
2025-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join FRANK and our featured artists for the January opening reception. This new exhibit features the art of painters Gordon Jameson, Ley Killeya and woodworker Pete Rodrigues.

Coffee with FRANK
2025-01-18 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Please note the date change on this event to the 18th of Jan.

Featured artists Gordon Jameson and Pete Rodrigues will talk about their work and process.

Valentine “Coffee with FRANK”: Making Mosaic Hearts
2025-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us for a delightful morning at our upcoming February “Coffee with FRANK” event, where community meets creativity! Embrace the spirit of Valentine’s Day by crafting beautiful mosaic hearts with instructor Gabrielle Rousso, while sipping complimentary coffee with engaging conversations. Discover the art of mosaic-making in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you’re an experienced artisan or a curious beginner, this event welcomes all skill levels. FRANK is a Not-for-Profit 501c3 Organization $20 suggested donation fee per person to cover all materials and supplies.

Please RSVP by Thursday, February 6th.

Valentine's Party at FRANK
2025-02-13 17:00 - 19:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Join us for a Valentine’s Mixer at FRANK Gallery! Sip champagne, delight in chocolate and sweet treats, and enjoy an evening surrounded by stunning art. Whether you’re heading out for dinner, spending time with friends, or flying solo, it’s the perfect way to celebrate love and creativity. February 13th, 5-7 PM—see you there!

Second Friday Art Walk
2025-02-14 18:00 - 21:00 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
Stop by the gallery for our monthly Second Friday reception. We are celebrating Valentine’s Day and the closing of our current exhibit, featuring artists Gordon Jameson, Ley Killeya, and guest furniture maker Pete Rodrigues.

Featured Artists Exhibit Feb/Mar 2025
2025-02-18 00:00 - 2025-03-29 23:59 | FRANK Gallery, 370 E. Main St #130, Carrboro, NC, 27510, United States
The gallery is featuring member artists Luna Lee Ray and Peg Bachenheimer, and guest artists Karli Pendergraft and William Moore.

Also on exhibit is a special selection of works by Cameroon artist Jean Michel Dissake.

Opening reception is on Feb. 21

Luna Lee Ray

Take a close look at the deep complexity of Luna’s layered mixed media surfaces. Then step back and let the mood and mystery of these abstract works reveal a truth in nature that cannot be conveyed through realism. Luna is inspired by the forms and processes of the natural world: cells and pods and clouds, wind and light and mist and rain.

Peg Bachenheimer

An intuitive painter, Peg starts thinking about color and feeling. She brings back memories of places she’s been, music she hears, and her experiences of place – especially in nature. The rich and vibrant applications of encaustic paint in Peg’s exhibited work explores the lush beauty of the garden. A colorful reminder that spring is on its way.

Karli Pendergraft

Karli’s organic sculptures seem to reach out and return on themselves — showing the interconnectedness of life, from the unseen networks beneath the earth to the vast, ever-changing rivers and oceans. The recent hurricane that devastated western North Carolina, where Karli lives and works, impacted all aspects of her world. It was a stark reminder of the power and fragility of nature.

William Moore

These wonderful works by William show how he pushes his materials of clay, glass and metals to their extreme. The resulting colors and textures are sublime. Shown internationally, William Moore’s work graces private and public collections, which locally include Duke University Chapel, Progress Energy headquarters, SAS Corporation, Glaxco Wellcome and the City Cary.

Jean Michel Dissake

Cameroonian artist Jean Michel Dissake’s sculptural works use found and recycled materials to represent a balance between nature and technology. He recently participated in this year’s Venice Biennale, the world’s most prestigious art expo. It’s an honor to have Dissake’s work available here at FRANK Gallery, considering he is on the verge of becoming very well known internationally.

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