10 Years Doing What We Love
Opening Night: September 5, 5-9pm
Artist Talks: September 12, 19, and 26, 5-8pm
This milestone exhibition, titled “We Are The Maker City: 10 Years Doing What We Love,” will be hosted at RED Gallery in Knoxville’s Historic Old City. It features artists, makers, and creative professionals who have been integral to this movement as members of the Mayor’s Maker Council. From sculptors to photographers, this show spotlights not only their artistry but also their profound impact on Knoxville’s identity, economy, and culture.
A visual celebration of past and present Mayor’s Maker Council members, curated by Chris McAdoo and The Maker City.
“As a lifelong artist, I know what it means to have a supportive community around you. The people in this show are the ones who make it work over the long haul…and Knoxville wouldn’t be where it is today without them.”
… Chris McAdoo, Curator
Featured artists:
Jonathan Clark
Art.Official Intelligence
"Impact of The Maker City" / Spoken word poetry
Ashlee Mays
Museum of Infinite Outcomes
"Stargazer" A new body of work with Logan Szymanowski
Matthew Cummings
Pretentious Craft Co.
Gestural Pair / This was the sculpture I was making prior to starting Pretentious.
Saray Taylor Roman
Taylor-Roman Photography
"Dancing in the light" / Photograph in the Movement series. Featured by Canon USA
Preston Farabow
insPYRE
"Maquette for Sanctuary" / Fabricated steel, In collaboration with Brian Pittman
Jasmine Newton
Javon Renee Portraits
"Ancestral Wisdom" / HMUA Credit: Kristen "KC" Coleman
Brigid Oesterling
Brigid KO Jewelry
Untitled Collection: Brass, TN Pearl, Turquoise, Carnelian Stone