Rockford area artist showing, selling their works at Spring ArtScene

Painter and muralist Jenny Mathews poses for a portrait inside The Milk House at Pioneer Hall Wednesday, April 21, 2021, in Rockford, surrounded by Melinda Cook's balloon sculptures. This year's ArtScene will be held Friday and Saturday.
Painter and muralist Jenny Mathews poses for a portrait inside The Milk House at Pioneer Hall Wednesday, April 21, 2021, in Rockford, surrounded by Melinda Cook's balloon sculptures. This year's ArtScene will be held Friday and Saturday.

It's that time of year again. ArtScene, a biannual gallery walk featuring 30 venues, will be held Friday and Saturday.

The event, hosted by the Rockford Area Arts Council, showcases the works of new and established artists in the Rockford region.

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Here's what you need to know:

What can I find at ArtScene?

ArtScene offers a wide variety of art to appreciate and purchase including jewelry, paintings, sculpture, prints, photography, quilts/fiber art, and more. The artists also will be on hand to talk about their approach and inspiration for their work.

How much does it cost?

All visitors are welcome free of charge to any of the ArtScene venues. Select venues have food and beverages available for their visitors, at no cost, and most surrounding restaurants and shops are open for your enjoyment.

Who are the participating businesses?

Some of the participating businesses include: 317 Art Collaborative, 317 Market St.; ArtDeTriumph, 905 Ridgewood Road; The Bubble Hive Downtown, 412 E. State St.; The Underground Art Gallery, 418 E. State St.; and The Office Niteclub, 513 E. State St.

All venues will have maps/artist listings for visitors.For a complete listing of the 30 venues and more information, go to: artsforeveryone.com/artscene/

What are the Spring ArtScene hours?

ArtScene will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday.

Chris Green: 815-987-1241; cgreen@rrstar.com; @chrisfgreen

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