Explore the Artwalk to the Sounds of State St. Steel this Saturday, August 6, 5-10 p.m.at the Artwalk in Downtown Akron
Guests will have the opportunity to "march" through the August Artwalk to the beat of the Summer Arts Experience steel drum band, State St. Steel, who will play in the CarGear parking lot from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday August 6. More than twenty participating galleries, restaurants and art spaces will showcase art, music, food and fun from 5-10 p.m. at the Artwalk in Downtown Akron!
State St. Steel is the percussion component of the City of Akron's Lock 3 Summer Arts Experience program for young apprentices ages 14-17, representing Akron area public and private schools. The group is directed by Matt Dudack, who also directs the University of Akron's steel drum band, and consists of student musicians who already play instruments and some who cannot read music at all. In an amazingly short amount of time, these apprentices have learned pieces ranging from Trinidadian classics to the Beatle's "Norwegian Wood!"
Created by the independent artists and galleries that participate, the Artwalk features one of a kind art and collectibles available for purchase as well as art openings, gallery shows, demonstrations and interactive art. The term "walk" is used loosely as "artwalkers" can enjoy riding from destination to destination on a trolley provided by the City of Akron. With so much to see and do, it's no surprise that the monthly Artwalk is becoming one of the hottest nights out in Akron!
Artwalk Must Sees in August...
Support local developing talents at Millworks Gallery in the Student Show, a self produced exhibition of painting, drawing and mixed media on view through August 27. Enjoy the public opening reception from 5-10 pm during the Artwalk.
Stop in to Akron Glass Works to see the renovations in the Showroom and Viewing Room! Enjoy lots of new colors, beautiful foliage plants and many new glass gifts to choose from, as well as glass blowing demonstrations from 5-10 pm.
Red Light Gallery presents "Art In The Flesh," work from the artists of Empire Ink, and the photography of Mike Wheeler. View these two new shows, meet the artists and see what is new from the resident artists of Red Light.
At 43 Furnace in the Northside District visit Zeber-Martell Clay Studio and Gallery to view beautiful examples of fine contemporary craft by two local potters/designers featuring art for the table and decorative home accents in a rich, abstract style plus one-of-a-kind jewelry and more. Don't miss re-invented vintage items, jewelry and wearable art at the Kathleen Lucas-Walls Studio.
Stop by Troy Myers Studio to see this creative model of live work space.
The third floor of Summit Artspace is a unique working environment and gallery space for independent artists including Connie Bloom, Terry Klausman, Carolyn Lewis, Cari Miller, Katina Pastis Radwanski and art collectives Artists of Rubber City (AoRC) and Akron Society of Artists.
Don't miss the beautiful paintings at the Carolyn Lewis Gallery. Stop up to visit Carolyn with a live demo from 5-9 p.m. Children are welcome to create works on an easel.
Stop by the Terry Klausman Studio and Gallery and check out some cool new sculptures! Heavy steel and bright red in color, these new pieces are a wonderful addition to Terry's ever growing sculpture garden.
Check out all of the "Akron Pride" items at Cari Miller's Sunthing Special. These items make perfect giftsfor students going away to college or coming to UA - or just anyone who loves Akron! There's also a large selection of items priced under $20, including photos, pottery and notecards.
At Katina Pastis Radwanski Studio/Gallery, Katina will feature a "HOT August Art Walk SALE" on several of her older pieces from 5-8:30 pm ...come and see!!!
Connie Bloom's Quilting Arts Studio and Gallery features whimsical and intricate abstract art quilts, landscapes and ecology pieces made from hand dyed and hand painted or recycled cloth. Extensive free motion work rewards close up viewing.
Stop by Rubber City Clothing to check out Akron pride on a tee.
Stop by We Gallery for a meet and greet with Joseph Arthur. Joseph is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter as well as a prolific painter. To view images of his work visit www.museumofmodernarthur.com. Joseph will be at the gallery from 5-7 pm, then he'll head downstairs for a performance at Musica!
Stop by Maiden Lane and check out trendy looks for the chic chick at NOTO, open until 7 p.m. and enjoy live music by Joseph Arthur at Musica!
For a bite to eat during the Artwalk, stop by the new and improved Urban Eats...A Pop Art Cafe!, Stew Pot Kitchen, Crave, Luigi's or Vegiterranean. Try the new menu at Northside Bar and Grill, and enjoy music by the Midlife Chryslers at 9 p.m.
Map, Trolley and Parking Information
An Artwalk Map is available on the Trolley and at participating Artwalk locations. The Artwalk Map and additional information can also be found at www.downtownakron.com/artwalk.
Guests can hop aboard the red trolley that circulates the route at any of the Artwalk venues, or just give a friendly wave and the driver will stop. Gallery spaces are open between 5-10 p.m. with opening and closing hours fluctuating at each gallery.
To best enjoy the Artwalk experience, free parking is available at Northside (near Luigi's), in the lot across from Summit Artspace between Broadway and Summit streets, and in the High/Market Street Parking Deck.
For more parking information, download ParkingFriend, a parking App to help you find parking and destinations in Downtown Akron! ParkingFriend is now available for download to your iPhone, iPad or Android phone. Click on your App Store icon and search for "ParkingFriend Akron." Simply browse through a conveniently categorized list of points of interest, or search for your destination, and ParkingFriend will show you all the nearby parking lots and decks, complete with rates and even distance from your destination. You can also view a map of Downtown with public lots and decks identified with a P.
To find the best place to park for the Artwalk: open the App; select Browse Places; select Artwalk; choose the Artwalk location you would like to park closest to; find the blue circle with a P closest to the location on the map and select it; and touch the blue arrow for more information. If you would like to comment on the App or make suggestions, call 330-374-7618.
About the Artwalk
Created by the independent artists and galleries that participate, the Artwalk is also generously supported by the City of Akron, Downtown Akron Partnership and Summa Health System.
