The Current

THE ART DIRECTORY
ur community is bustling with artists of all different mediums and styles. We
see them on social media, in magazines, and encounter their work in museums
or galleries around town. But due to the impact of our digital world, artists can
often feel elusive to the average person.
Who are they? Where do they work? Where can someone find a list of local
artists and their work online? How do you reach out if you're looking to
network? Where do you go to put a face with a name before you purchase a
piece? How do you request a commission or find out about new work before it's
released?
These questions and many others are some of the most common things we've been asked by locals in our first
year. After some extensive research in markets similar to our area, and many conversations with local artists,
we hope our new Art Directory is a good first step into bridging the gap between visitors, locals, and the artists
we love.
We are thrilled to introduce a visual guide to artists who are either from or working in our region. This guide is
complete with clickable links to connect you with each artist and their work. This is the first installment, with
two more installments to come: one for performing artists, and one for arts organizations, galleries, and
businesses.
It is our hope that this online resource continues to grow into a conduit of creativity and connection for all of us
living in this beautiful place we call home.
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