Celebrating the Art of Imperfection |
What does it look like to grow as an already well-established artist? During the creation of Love Handles and Cowlicks, Johnny McKee was challenged to return to the fundamentals of painting after becoming too comfortable in his practice. Reminded of the freedom and fun of making art as a child, McKee allowed the work to unfold naturally, resulting in 156 vibrant paintings—the largest body of work he has ever created for a single show.
It became about more than just fundamentals for McKee; in the process of getting back to the basics for this show, he was reminded of how creating art as a child is purely about having fun by doing something you love.
McKee quotes the Danish artist Asger Jorn: “Without ugliness there is no beauty, only obviousness, indifference, and boredom.”
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Step Into the Vibrant World of Florescence |
There is evidence all around us that there are different phases and cycles in life; a perfect example can be found in nature’s different seasons. While tree branches and plants are bare in the winter, we know they won't remain that way for long and will bloom again. Leslie Dolin's show Florescence, which means "the process of flowering," is a wonderful example of this through how the beauty and vibrancy of her floral paintings point to new beginnings. Through creating these paintings, she has been able to process a whole host of emotions, from grief at the unknowns of this new point in life to the joy that creating art brings her.
Click to learn more about the show and visit the Online Gallery.
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| Mark the New Year: 2026 Calendar |
The Harrison Center is proud to announce the completion of the 2026 Greatriarch Calendar project, celebrating neighbors whose leadership and wisdom shape the Martindale-Brightwood community.
The origins of this project goes back to 2018, when the first Greatriarch portraits were completed by artist Abi Ogle. Since then, the work has been continued by 3 other artists, with over 50 completed portraits to date. Check them out at the City Gallert front desk today! Calendar design: Maya Bhagwat and Caroline Park |
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| As we ring in 2026, we're thrilled to unveil our revamped website—a fresh, user-friendly hub designed to bring you closer to Indianapolis' vibrant arts and culture scene. Discover enhanced features, including our expanded online gallery for easy art purchases, an interactive event calendar, and streamlined artist submissions and volunteer sign-ups.
Dive in to explore local exhibits, community programs, and ways to get involved. Visit harrisoncenter.org today, and let's create together this year! |
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Call for Entries: King and King Art Installation
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The Harrison Center is seeking artist proposals for a public art installation at Oaks Academy Middle School on the historic School 26 campus, honoring the legacy of the former King and King Funeral Home. Open to artists who currently or previously lived in Indianapolis, submissions may be in any medium for interior or exterior spaces and must reflect the site’s history and cultural significance.
Submit JPEG images (finished or conceptual), along with images of past work and references, by Friday, January 30, 2026 to polklore@harrisoncenter.org. One artist will be selected for a $10,000 award, with work to be completed and installed by October 31, 2026, and will include community engagement facilitated by the Harrison Center. Click to learn more. Questions? Contact Kenedy Manuel at kmanuel@harrisoncenter.org |
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