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Visual Arts in Frankfort By Ellen Glasgow, Contributing Writer Access to the visual arts is growing by leaps and bounds in Frankfort with new venues opening all over town for exhibitions of all kinds. When Capital Gallery opened on Lewis Street some 28 years ago, there were few regular rotating art exhibits other than the yearly outdoor weekend show at Capital Expo and student/professor exhibits at Kentucky State University’s Jackson Hall. A few state-sponsored juried exhibits rounded out the limited possibilities. Capital Gallery’s mission was to bring artists to Frankfort who might not otherwise show work in Kentucky. Currently four to six one-person or group exhibits of paintings, prints, fiber arts, pottery, glass and handmade books make up the yearly calendar of both local and national artists. Many of the artists have been with the gallery from the beginning. The space also contains my open studio. Today there are a number of alternative spaces available for artists at all levels in all media spreading the enjoyment and educational possibilities all over our small town. One of the best venues is organized by Broadstone Gallery with bi-monthly exhibits at Kentucky Employee Credit Union. In the historic downtown area, gourd artist Jennifer Zingg has opened her studio and classes on Second Street, Donna DeSpain has her studio/gallery open by appointment on Broadway and the wine shop, Capital Cellars, exhibits work by local artists at Broadway & Lewis streets. Always encouraging is the inclusion of exhibit space in new buildings. Paul Sawyier Library has glass-enclosed exhibition space in the entry of the library. First United Methodist Church not only included a commissioned blown glass chandelier by a Kentucky artist for the new addition but a gallery space for 2-dimensional work as well. South Presbyterian Church exhibits members’ work only. One of the longest-running spaces is the Farmer’s Bank Community Room on the 4th floor, also the setting for the Capitol City Art Guild’s meetings (first Monday each month) and two exhibits for members each year. The Guild also sponsors the city-county student yearly art exhibit. Also, the yearly Vernissage at Franklin County High School is a big event for students and the public to rent art for homes and businesses. Kentucky State University sponsors traveling shows as well as student, faculty and senior exhibits in the yearly calendar. I may have missed available spaces for art exhibitions but this growing list opens a lot of opportunities for artists in Frankfort and add interest and vitality to our community. And the best part is that all art exhibits are free and open to the public! Ellen Glasgow is the owner of Capital Gallery on Lewis Street in downtown Frankfort. She may be reached at 223-2649. For further information: Broadstone Gallery 223-4415 Larry Moore Capital Gallery 223-2649 Ellen Glasgow Capital City Art Guild 695-4472 Sallie Lanham Capital Cellars 352-2600 Rachel Peake DeSpain Gallery/Studio 352-2717 Donna DeSpain First United Methodist 227-7430 Roy Nance Paul Sawyier Library 352-2665 Jennifer Zingg Studio 352-6579
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