Find Unexpected Joy in the Resilience of Hope |
The state of the world today feels overwhelming and discouraging for many, and looking around, it is easy to feel stuck in despair. Yet there is something that pushes against this: hope. Stephanie Lewis Robertson's The Resilience of Hope is grounded in her belief that hope is always present. As she puts it, "spring always comes after winter, babies are born, daffodils will bloom."
This show emerged amid personal challenges: after her husband fractured his pelvis in a snowstorm, Robertson became the primary caregiver and was unable to work for nearly a month. When she returned, she created a piece about his injury, ultimately reversing it and, through this hardship, discovering “there is beauty in the landscape that appeared."
Click to read more about the show and visit the Online Gallery. |
Celebrate Black History Month at the Harrison Center |
Black History Month invites us to reflect on the past while celebrating the living history unfolding around us. This February, the Harrison Center is honored to host events that honor Black artists, cultural traditions, and community leaders whose work continues to shape Martindale-Brightwood and beyond.
Art Dish: A dinner-meets-art experience with fine artist Kevin West and chef Glenn Brown.
Kenyetta Dance: Captivating performances celebrating African American artistry and the human spirit at February First Friday from 6:15-9:00 pm.
Lunch & Learn: Free workshop with Sampson Levingston on Martindale-Brightwood history, spotlighting local figures like James T.V. Hill, Dr. Andrew J. Brown, Lillian Childress Hall, and more. |
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| Welcome New Studio Artist, Emily! |
Emily Wingate is an Indianapolis-based artist who works in watercolor and mixed media, with an emphasis on the natural world. Her art explores themes of nature, of wellness, of sickness, and of being a human on this planet and all the interconnectedness we experience in our lives. She is
interested in conveying a sense of belonging, a sense of connection, and a sense of awe.
We're excited to have Emily with us in studio 010 with Kristi Marsh Watson! Follow along with her practice here. |
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| We hope everyone has a safe, warm, and restful Monday as we honor the life and enduring mission of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Through our Greatriarch program, we’ve had the honor of hearing several stories from community members who remember his impact in Indianapolis.
Listen as Reverend Dr. Thomas Brown, longtime neighbor, activist, and son of civil rights leader Reverend Andrew J. Brown, who hosted Dr. King—reflects on the freedom movement and its influence on the community.
More art and story can be found here. |
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Did You Know? Explore What Makes us Unique |
Here at the Harrison Center, we’ve always done things a little unconventionally. From a bench swing in the coworking space to a table that descends from the rafters, creativity and play show up everywhere. Did you know that... - All art is for sale! From the swing bench to the glittery 3D sculpture light ball in City Gallery—and just about anything else that catches your eye—our collection includes both traditional and unexpected pieces.
- You can now stay up to date with our brand new events calendar. Our updated website makes it easy to keep up with all of the happenings at the Harrison Center.
- Enjoy FREE events every month. From weekly Storytelling Drawing sessions to workshops to seminars, there’s always something new to experience.
- Connect at Art of Networking every First Friday from 5-6 pm! Meet artists, entrepreneurs, and fellow art enthusiasts before the First Friday festivities commence, expanding your network across Indianapolis’s creative community. Refreshments provided.
...And much more! There’s always something happening at the Harrison Center. Come stop in and see what surprises await. |
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