Community Gallery
Hundreds of artists of all ages display and celebrate their art in 10 to 12 shows annually in a gallery that wraps around active classrooms. In these collaborative projects, the Fitton Center highlights art made in our classes and outreach programs, and partners with local schools, universities, artist networks, retirement villages, community centers and other organizations to celebrate the talented artists in our area. Contact us with your Community Gallery exhibition ideas.
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Leading Sponsor: Penny Brooks
November 11 – December 6
Hamilton Lane Library
Environmentally Conscious Found Object Art
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday December 6, 6:00 – 7:30pm, in conjunction with Fitton Family Friday, Calypso Christmas
This series of 62 artworks was created by 21 children who participated in found object art workshops at the Hamilton Lane Library, transforming trash and secondhand materials into compelling works of art. Their work demonstrates that the labels “art” and “trash” are fluid social categories that are not exclusive. Exhibiting artists are: Angelica, Aria, Brandon, Canlee, Christopher, Clarence, Emersyn, Ipa, Jonah, Jordyn, Jose, Killey, Kylee, Libby, Linken, Marlee, Miley, Paisley, Stefan, Vinny, Zelda
Curated by Brian Vogt
Prepared and installed by Jeff Baker, Cathy Mayhugh, Christopher Neumann, Brian Vogt
The Fitton Center appreciates our partnership with the Lane Libraries during selected Fitton Family Friday events!
October 11 – November 7, 2024
Hamilton City School District
Our Stories
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday October 19, 5:00 – 7:30pm. Artist Talk 6:00 – 7:00pm
In conjunction with the current exhibition We > Me: 17 Artists Explore Hamilton Neighborhoods,Hamilton City Schools students were asked to tell their stories through photographing their neighborhoods and schools. Their focus is how their neighborhood or school fits into one of the 17STRONG neighborhoods in Hamilton. A district wide call for entries was sent out, over 400 images were submitted through their art teachers and 96 images were selected for this exhibit. Participating photographers were from Bridgeport Elementary, Brookwood Elementary, Ridgeway Elementary, Riverview Elementary, Garfield Middle, Wilson Middle, Hamilton Freshmen, and Hamilton High. We hope you enjoy the neighborhoods of Hamilton captured through the lens of kids kindergarten through Grade 12.
Curated by Leslie Getz
Prepared & Installed by: Alexis & Meghan Bell, Missy Dornan, Leslie Getz, Paul Loehle, Cat Mayhugh, Tara Showalter, Wendy Spurlock
September 4 – October 4, 2024
A 70th Anniversary Exhibition of Southwest Ohio Art Education Association Member Artworks
Going Platinum
FREE Gallery Opening: Friday, September 6, 5:30 – 7:30pm. Awards Ceremony 6:30pm.
This exhibition, featuring 40 artworks by 23 artists in a variety of media, serves as a testament to the enduring creativity and passion of Southwest Ohio's art educators, members, and advocates. Over the decades, SWOAEA members have not only honed their craft but also inspired countless generations, fostering a deep appreciation for the arts in the communities they serve.
Curated by Jamie Schorsch. Coordinated and installed by Zanna Ferree, Marisa, Riley & Steve Groh, Cat Mayhugh, Christopher Neumann, Kate Rowekamp, Jamie & Peg Schorsch.
August 8 – 23, 2024
New Art
from Fitton Center Classes, Programs & Partners
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday August 17, 3:00 – 8:00pm as part of Season Launch Block Party. (Meet the artists 4:00 – 6:00pm)
The dynamic art on view represents both youth and adult works from onsite classes and summer camps plus some of the communities of artists who engage in Fitton Center outreach programming and connect with us as partners. The show includes over 120 artworks by over 80 artists in a range of media.
Curated by: Patricia Bailey, Chrissy Collopy, Caroline Digiovenale, Lori Kay Farr, Cat Mayhugh, Amanda Joy Phirman, Kate Schaich and Allison Sommers
June 6 - 30, 2024
SOS ART Artist in Residence
You Are NOT What You Eat
FREE Gallery Opening: Thursday June 6, 5:30 – 7:00pm
We’re teaming up with several local organizations during our free Gallery opening Thursday June 6, 5:30 – 7:00pm:
Shared Harvest - Receiving canned good donations and sharing information on area food pantries.
The Butler County Board of Health - Information on food insufficiency and nutrition.
Lane Library - Information table with books on gardening and free seed packets for guests to grow their own vegetables.
Additional partners: Hamilton Urban Gardens (HUGS) & JEE Foods
Featuring paintings by SOS ART Artist in Residence, Chrissy Collopy, and student collages created in her community workshop.
May 13 - 30, 2024
Immanuel Lutheran School
Connected
In this exhibition, over 325 youth artists explore how we’re connected in our Key Verse this year at Immanuel Lutheran School, John 15:1-5. Everything is connected; color, our genetics, plants, animals, nature, and all science. Even our purpose is connected through Jesus.
Curated by Celia Wallen
April 27 – May 12, 2024
Artistic Reverie
Stephen T. Badin High School
FREE Gallery Opening: Thursday May 9, 6:00 – 8:00pm
An artistic reverie is the refocusing of attention from outward surroundings to one's inner thoughts and feelings. Badin students are encouraged to develop self-awareness and self-expression, while exploring themes that increase their skill level. Badin’s visual art department teaches students the fundamentals of art and design and guides them on their artistic journey. When students engage their minds and allow their artistic expression to flow, they find themselves and realize how the world influences them and how they influence the world. When they put their ideas into their artwork it becomes their own artistic reverie.
Curated by Sarah Daniels and Michelle Martin-McDulin
April 4 - 23, 2024
Hamilton High School – Freshman Campus
Student Show Copy
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday April 6, 6:00 – 7:30pm, in conjunction with Double Take Closing Reception
This show combines over 300 artworks from over 100 students from eight different Art II classes that take place at Hamilton City School District’s freshman campus building. These art appreciation courses let students explore social and historical contexts of art making while developing the technical skills and vocabulary for art production and art aesthetics. They learn about art-related careers while getting more comfortable with a variety of media. Students draw, paint, sculpt, and do printmaking while exploring creative avenues for visual problem-solving.
Curated and prepared by Melissa Peterson.
February 10 – March 22, 2024
Women’s Art Club of Hamilton
Pieces of Me
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday February 17, 5:00 – 7:30pm, in conjunction with Double Take Gallery Opening and Cincinnati Pops: Poptet (Strauss Gallery Opening 5:30 – 9:00pm)
FREE Closing Party: Thursday March 21, 5:00 – 6:00pm (6:00 – 7:00pm at Strauss Gallery)
People’s Choice Awards will be presented at both venues.
This second annual dual-venue exhibition displayed at the Fitton Center and at Strauss Gallery in downtown Hamilton features the diverse artworks of nearly 50 members of the Women’s Art Club of Hamilton. WACH believes that art brings people together, and together we can have a positive impact on each other and on our city.
January 19 – February 9, 2024
Boys & Girls Club of Hamilton
Local Art Show
Free Artist Reception: Friday January 19, 6:00 – 7:30pm in conjunction with Mr. Molecule's Bing Bang Boom Science Show.
The Boys and Girls Club is a national organization providing after-school programs to help youth develop essential skills that pave the way for success in school, career, and life. As part of our Outreach program we offer art classes at all three of their Hamilton locations on a rotating weekly basis.
Participants in the Fitton Center Art Class will be taking part in the Boys and Girls Clubs of America’s National Arts Contest this year. This exhibition is the local level of the contest. After judges evaluate the artwork on display, winners will move on to the regional exhibition.
Instructor: Jen Hobbs
December 1, 2023 – January 12, 2024
MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS STUDENT SCULPTURE EXHIBITION
RECENT WORK
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday December 9, 6:00 – 7:30pm, prior to A Motown & More Christmas
These students are taking the ART 271 Sculpture 1 course at the Miami Regionals Hamilton campus. Work from these students represents several of their first projects using various materials such as wood, wire, and commonplace objects.
Curated and prepared by Roscoe Wilson and Miami Regionals students.
December 1, 2023 – January 12, 2024
BUTLER TECH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Collective Exhibition
FREE Gallery Opening: Saturday December 9, 6:00 – 7:30pm, prior to A Motown & More Christmas
This collection of work represents the strength and diversity of the School of the Art’s visual art + design program. The artwork on display demonstrates a range of mediums which include drawings, paintings, and mix media illustrations created by students in grades 11 - 12 throughout their junior and senior year at Butler Tech School of the Arts.
Curated and prepared by Mary Catherine Ruby and SOA students.