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SUMMARY:Summer Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Summer Open Studios at Art on Main\nSaturday\, June 27\, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM\nArt on Main\n4428 Main Street\, Suite 200\, Dallas\, TX 75226\n\nJoin us for a day of art\, creativity\, and community at Art on Main's annual Summer Open Studios.\n\nSpend the day exploring one of East Dallas' most vibrant creative communities as artists open their studio doors and invite visitors behind the scenes. Meet the artists\, tour working studios\, discover original artwork\, and learn more about the creative processes that bring each piece to life.\n\nThroughout the day\, guests can browse and purchase artwork\, connect directly with artists\, and experience a variety of special exhibitions\, demonstrations\, and interactive activities.\n\nFeatured Exhibition\nKathy Krismer: Solo Exhibition\nExperience the vibrant abstract paintings of Kathy Krismer\, whose work explores movement\, emotion\, and connection through expressive mark-making\, layered color\, and intuitive compositions.\n\nVisitors can also explore Beyond the Canvas\, Krismer's collection of one-of-a-kind wearable artworks created from thrifted and repurposed garments and accessories. Carrying the spirit of her paintings into everyday life\, these unique works blur the line between art\, fashion\, and personal expression.\n\nClosing Reception: noon–2:00 PM\nMeet Kathy Krismer and celebrate the final day of her exhibition.\n\nSpecial Exhibition\nMODIFIED: An Altered Art Exhibit\nPresented by the Slant Artist Collective\n\nExplore a thought-provoking collection of altered and mixed-media artworks that celebrate transformation\, reinvention\, and creative experimentation. Featured artists include Rita Barnard\, Sheila Cunningham\, Jacque Forsher\, Karen Jacobi\, Laurie Mahoney\, Susan Swaim\, and VET.\n\nReception: 3:00–5:00 PM in Studio O\n\nSpecial Activities\nLive Pottery Demonstrations & Kiln Christening\nVisit Studio C to watch artist Katrina Rasmussen create pottery on the wheel and celebrate the first firings of her new kiln.\n\nPottery Demonstrations: 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM\nKiln Christening at noon\n\nLive Portrait Demonstrations\nIn the afternoon\, artist Pam-ela Harrelson (Studio J) will be demonstrating her pastel and charcoal portrait techniques throughout the day. Portrait sittings will also be available for purchase.\n\nSummer Community Canvas\nHelp create a collaborative work of art by adding your own creative touch to our summer-themed community canvas.\n\nParticipating Artists\nAndrea Lamarsaude • Brooke Aston • Candice Lindsay • Dakari Butler • Emily Lamberty / Ritual Relish • Erica Sutherland • Giselle Castro-Brightenburg • Hannah Adams Harrison • Jacque Forsher • Karen Jacobi • Katrina Rasmussen • Laurie Mahoney • Monica Cowsert • Natalie Lammers • Pam-ela Harrelson • Rita Barnard • Sheila Cunningham • Suzi Swaim • Tommy Dean • Vickie Ross • VET • Yesenia Mejia Urieta (Artist Residency Program)\n\nWhat You'll Experience\n✨ Meet local artists\n✨ Tour working artist studios\n✨ View and purchase original artwork\n✨ Explore Kathy Krismer's Solo Exhibition and Beyond the Canvas wearable art collection\n✨ Attend Kathy Krismer's Closing Reception (noon–2 PM)\n✨ Explore MODIFIED: An Altered Art Exhibit and attend the reception (3–5 PM)\n✨ Watch live pottery wheel demonstrations (1 and 3 PM) and celebrate a kiln christening (noon)\n✨ Enjoy live portrait demonstrations with Pam-ela Harrelson in the afternoon\n✨ Contribute to a summer-themed community canvas throughout the day\n✨ Discover the creativity that makes East Dallas such a vibrant arts destination\n\nAdmission is free and open to the public.\n\nWhether you're an avid collector\, a fellow artist\, or simply looking for an inspiring way to spend a summer afternoon\, Summer Open Studios offers a unique opportunity to experience the people\, artwork\, and creative energy that make Art on Main a cornerstone of the East Dallas arts community.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Summer Open Studios at Art on Main\nSaturday\, June 27\, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM\nArt on Main\n4428 Main Street\, Suite 200\, Dallas\, TX 75226\n\nJoin us for a day of art\, creativity\, and community at Art on Main's annual Summer Open Studios.\n\nSpend the day exploring one of East Dallas' most vibrant creative communities as artists open their studio doors and invite visitors behind the scenes. Meet the artists\, tour working studios\, discover original artwork\, and learn more about the creative processes that bring each piece to life.\n\nThroughout the day\, guests can browse and purchase artwork\, connect directly with artists\, and experience a variety of special exhibitions\, demonstrations\, and interactive activities.\n\nFeatured Exhibition\nKathy Krismer: Solo Exhibition\nExperience the vibrant abstract paintings of Kathy Krismer\, whose work explores movement\, emotion\, and connection through expressive mark-making\, layered color\, and intuitive compositions.\n\nVisitors can also explore Beyond the Canvas\, Krismer's collection of one-of-a-kind wearable artworks created from thrifted and repurposed garments and accessories. Carrying the spirit of her paintings into everyday life\, these unique works blur the line between art\, fashion\, and personal expression.\n\nClosing Reception: noon–2:00 PM\nMeet Kathy Krismer and celebrate the final day of her exhibition.\n\nSpecial Exhibition\nMODIFIED: An Altered Art Exhibit\nPresented by the Slant Artist Collective\n\nExplore a thought-provoking collection of altered and mixed-media artworks that celebrate transformation\, reinvention\, and creative experimentation. Featured artists include Rita Barnard\, Sheila Cunningham\, Jacque Forsher\, Karen Jacobi\, Laurie Mahoney\, Susan Swaim\, and VET.\n\nReception: 3:00–5:00 PM in Studio O\n\nSpecial Activities\nLive Pottery Demonstrations & Kiln Christening\nVisit Studio C to watch artist Katrina Rasmussen create pottery on the wheel and celebrate the first firings of her new kiln.\n\nPottery Demonstrations: 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM\nKiln Christening at noon\n\nLive Portrait Demonstrations\nIn the afternoon\, artist Pam-ela Harrelson (Studio J) will be demonstrating her pastel and charcoal portrait techniques throughout the day. Portrait sittings will also be available for purchase.\n\nSummer Community Canvas\nHelp create a collaborative work of art by adding your own creative touch to our summer-themed community canvas.\n\nParticipating Artists\nAndrea Lamarsaude • Brooke Aston • Candice Lindsay • Dakari Butler • Emily Lamberty / Ritual Relish • Erica Sutherland • Giselle Castro-Brightenburg • Hannah Adams Harrison • Jacque Forsher • Karen Jacobi • Katrina Rasmussen • Laurie Mahoney • Monica Cowsert • Natalie Lammers • Pam-ela Harrelson • Rita Barnard • Sheila Cunningham • Suzi Swaim • Tommy Dean • Vickie Ross • VET • Yesenia Mejia Urieta (Artist Residency Program)\n\nWhat You'll Experience\n✨ Meet local artists\n✨ Tour working artist studios\n✨ View and purchase original artwork\n✨ Explore Kathy Krismer's Solo Exhibition and Beyond the Canvas wearable art collection\n✨ Attend Kathy Krismer's Closing Reception (noon–2 PM)\n✨ Explore MODIFIED: An Altered Art Exhibit and attend the reception (3–5 PM)\n✨ Watch live pottery wheel demonstrations (1 and 3 PM) and celebrate a kiln christening (noon)\n✨ Enjoy live portrait demonstrations with Pam-ela Harrelson in the afternoon\n✨ Contribute to a summer-themed community canvas throughout the day\n✨ Discover the creativity that makes East Dallas such a vibrant arts destination\n\nAdmission is free and open to the public.\n\nWhether you're an avid collector\, a fellow artist\, or simply looking for an inspiring way to spend a summer afternoon\, Summer Open Studios offers a unique opportunity to experience the people\, artwork\, and creative energy that make Art on Main a cornerstone of the East Dallas arts community.
LOCATION:4428 Main Street Suite 200 Dallas TX 75226
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