PREVIOUS SHOWS

2021

A GALLERY POP UP curated by Tanya Augoustinos |
July 8 - August 1

A Gallery, Contemporary Art is collaborating with Featherstone Center for the Arts for a group exhibition with fourteen local artists for a Summer 2021 Pop Up in the Francine Kelly Gallery.

Oil paintings by Barbara Kassel, Billy Hoff, Chioke Morais, Rez Williams, Marie-Louise Rouff, Whitney Cleary
Reverse glass paintings by Richard Lee
Mixed media by Lucy Mitchell, Jennifer Joanou, Richard Erickson
Ceramics by Abbey Kuhe, and Jennifer Langhammer
Tapestries by Julia Mitchell
Wood cuts by Ruth Kirchmeier

VIRTUAL TOUR OF LOVE IT. PROTECT IT. MV. EXHIBIT:

LOVE IT. PROTECT IT. MV. with Vineyard Conservation Society | June 7 - 27

In response to last year’s events, Vineyard Conservation Society launched a social media based community art project titled “love it. protect it. mv.” The goal was to provide an opportunity to recognize the importance of nature, and express our feelings of gratitude for and connection to those spaces where nature takes center stage.

VCS and Featherstone Center for the Arts have now partnered to host a curated in-person show of selected works from this project. love it. protect it. mv. is an art exhibit celebrating nature, open space, and our sense of place as an island.

VIRTUAL TOUR OF STILL FRESH: THE ART OF FLOWERS EXHIBIT:

STILL FRESH - THE ART OF FLOWERS SHOW | May 9 - May 31

"Where flowers bloom so does hope.” – Lady Bird Johnson
Springtime brings anticipation, joy...and flowers! What better way to honor Holly Alaimo for bringing us The Art of Flowers many years ago, than to continue this beloved tradition. Artists may submit ONE NEW piece in any medium, not previously shown at Featherstone.

VIRTUAL TOUR OF SILVER LININGS EXHIBIT:

EVERY CLOUD HAS A SILVER LINING | April 5 - May 2
The seemingly endless storm clouds hanging over us, often make it hard to find the silver lining, yet artists are resilient. Many of you discovered new themes for inspiration, found new voices and selected a different medium for creative expression. Through your work you share your unique vision for light, hope and love. We invite to share works of art that represent a silver lining as we anticipate brighter days on the horizon.

2020

THE ART OF FLOWERS: sharing virtually on May 10th as part of #ArtWeekAtHome
View the 2020 #FeatherstoneFlowers show *ONLINE HERE*
Our annual exhibit THE ART OF FLOWERS is being reimagined this year and will be presented in conjunction with #ArtWeekAtHome. Day 10 falls on Mother's Day and what better way to celebrate the day than with artful #FeatherstoneFlowers! Post your flower creation with the hashtag #FeatherstoneFlowers with us on Sunday, May 10th over social media (or email a photo of your work here) and we will share your artwork online!

Martha's Vineyard: The Way We See It with Guest Curators Vineyard Colors | April 19 – May 3
(online gallery closed)
Every day we are enthralled with the majesty of our Island thanks to the beautifully captured scenes by Vineyard Colors. The very talented couple that make up Vineyard Colors - Yann and Moira - will curate a love story of Martha's Vineyard by artists from all over the world who are moved by their photographs. We are inviting you to create an original work of art inspired by any one of their photos that are published daily on their Vineyard Colors Facebook page. We hope to showcase Martha's Vineyard from all over the world!

Here Comes the Sun: The Color Yellow | March 22 – April 12 *ONLINE HERE*
In March, we are all craving more warmth and sunshine, seems only fitting to bring some brightness to the Francine Kelly Gallery! Yellow will be featured as our color show this year. Yellow stands for hope, positivity, clarity, energy, optimism and enlightenment. According to numerous studies, yellow helps activate the memory, encourage communication, enhance vision, build confidence and stimulate the nervous system. So as we enter a new decade, let's turn on the lights and spread a little JOY! After all, who doesn't smile when they think of Big Bird, Marilyn Monroe, glowing sunsets and lemons?!

The Numbers Speak for Themselves February 20 – March 15
Do you have a favorite number or set of numbers?
We have found over the years that many artists incorporate numbers into their art. With 20/20 vision and a clear path for the future, we thought it best to kick off the year with a show about numbers. We are inviting artists to submit artwork that includes at least one number in the actual composition, (not in title only). So from clocks to airplane tail numbers, scientific equations to computer code, number symbolism abounds!

2019

CELEBRATE ART! October 20 - November 10
We are highlighting new work from the amazing artists of Martha's Vineyard! We invite every artist to submit one original work of art. The theme is your choice! Present your latest creation - something new that has not previously been exhibited at Featherstone.

INSEPARABLE: SCIENCE & ART August 25 - September 15
with Guest Curators: Elizabeth Whelan and Stina Sayre
Island and seasonal artists and artisans works are inspired by the Periodic Table of Elements. Each participating artist/artisan has selected a single element (Carbon, Zinc, Krypton, etc.) as a jumping-off point for their own creation, which is adventurous!

CONVERSATIONS IN ART July 28 - August 18
CONVERSATIONS IN ART presents three visual dialogs by three pairs of artists in painting, photography and mixed media installation. Featuring the artwork of Leslie Baker & Anne Besse-Shepherd, Michael Rottman & Gavin Smith and Justen Ahren & Mila Lowe.

Read more in the Vineyard Gazette article Teaming Up for Artistic Conversations

AUGMENTED REALITY ART June 30 - July 14
Augmented Reality Art: Hollow Point by Nancy Baker Cahill and Incoming Tide: Edgartown Light by John Craig Freeman with Guest Curator George Fifield, Director of Boston Cyberarts. Also part of the exhibit, AUTHOR by a canary torsi, presented in collaboration with The Yard. Further information about the show here.

COMMUNITY YOUTH ART SHOW June 2 - 23
Join us as we celebrate the creativity of our young people! Featuring art work from the students and alumni of Garden Gate Child Development Center, the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School and the Martha's Vineyard Public Charter School.

THE ART OF FLOWERS May 12 - May 22
Our annual Art of Flowers Show was colorful and a welcome way to celebrate spring. Our guest curator, Holly Alaimo, always puts together a fun, delightful and very inspiring collection of artists in various media.

SILVER AND GOLD April 7- May 5
Gold leaf, silver gelatin prints, metal art, gold pendants, silver bracelets and more - the "ores of the earth" serve as inspiration. Show us what you can do with the magical elements of Ag and Au. All media was showcased.

FEATHER AND STONE March 10 - March 31
In honor of our great name, we sought art that included feathers and/or stones. From birds to rock walls, stone towers to feather charms, their artistic interpretation of these images in any art discipline were welcome.

MY ONE AND ONLY FEBRUARY 11 - March 3
Original works of art, not previously exhibited at Featherstone. Artwork in all forms from paintings, drawings, mixed media, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewelry to fiber arts, one of a kind pieces fill the Francine Kelly Gallery. Read more: Martha's Vineyard Times and Vineyard Gazette

2018

HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW November 17 - December 16
The ever popular Holiday Gift Show returns for its 16th year in the Art Barn! An array of handmade gifts by local artists fill the gallery... ceramics, knitwear, gift cards, paintings, photography, jewelry, pillows, dog treats and more! Take care of holiday shopping while supporting local artists and Featherstone (participating artists donate 50% of sales to Featherstone!).

THE ART OF BOAT BUILDING October 14 - November 11
This unique show about the beauty and art of boat building is co-curated by Nat Benjamin co-owner of Gannon and Benjamin Marine Railway and photographer Alison Shaw and Tom Dunlop, co-creators of the book Schooner, with contributions from boat builders Phil Hale (MV Shipyard) and Rick Brown (Far Cry Boats). Visitors to the exhibit will follow the process of building a wooden boat from design to launch. In the course of their journey they will learn some of the history of boat building on Martha’s Vineyard, gain an understanding of the engineering that goes into creating these magnificent vessels, and get to know some of the unique personalities who helped make boat building the iconic Vineyard industry it has become.
Read more: Martha's Vineyard Times and Vineyard Gazette

FEATHERSTONE ARTIST TEACHERS' SHOW September 9 - October 7
View the creations of Featherstone's instructors - paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry and more highlight the work of our dedicated teachers. Read more: Martha's Vineyard Times

THE BEAUTIFUL DIFFERENCE August 12 - September 3
with Guest Curator Sandra Grymes
Guest Curator Sandra Grymes is compiling a fantastic body of work from 25 nationally recognized artists of African decent, representing a broad spectrum of artistic practice. Read more: Martha's Vineyard Times

ABBE, LOWE, PRIZER July 22 - August 8
This show will highlight artists of the Hart Haven neighborhood, featuring the artwork of William Abbe, Sanford Low and Douglas Prizer. Guest Curators, Caryl Dearing and Sam Low.

THE COLOR PURPLE June 24 - July 15
Celebrate the Pantone Color of the Year!

EXPLORING THE VINEYARD June 2* - June 17
Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation will launch the TRAILSMV App this June and will celebrate with a public photography show, entitled “Exploring the Vineyard: 22 island photographers introduce TRAILSMV.” The show will debut on Saturday, June 2nd, National Trails Day, in the new Art Barn's Francine Kelly Gallery. Guest Curator, Sheriff's Meadow Foundation.

THE ART OF FLOWERS May 13 - 28
Featherstone's annual Art of Flowers show proves to be a popular exhibit for both artists and visitors. 70 artists participated in 2017, which undoubtably will grow this year with the new Francine Kelly Gallery as the backdrop. An open community art show with novice to professional artists submitting work, it is a lovely way to ring in spring with the opening reception on Mother's Day. Guest Curator, Holly Alaimo.

RELICS AND RARITIES // POP UP SHOW // April 27 - April 29
A special weekend long pop up show featuring antiques, jewelry, furniture, art, estate finds and more!

BIRDS AND BIRDHOUSES April 8- April 25
ART IS FOR THE BIRDS! and BIRDHOUSES!
So let’s give Alfred Hitchcock a run for his money and fill the Francine Kelly Gallery with birds of all different feathers! Paintings, drawings, photographs, sculpture, collage, prints, clothing, jewelry, etc! The possibilities are as endless as the plumage... Birdhouses rustic to regal. A cottage for a Carolina wren, a McMansion for a Martin.

BACKWARDS AND IN HIGH HEELS March 11 - April 1
In celebration of all things female and women-oriented! The show will include images of the female figure, female portraits, photographs of women and a host of other images and media that celebrate woman.

DOG WILD February 11 - March 4
A fun community art show to start the year off, observing the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Dog. Artwork in all mediums, including painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, ceramics and sculpture.

2017

THE BIG SHOW
With guest curators Leslie Baker, Anne Besse-Shepherd, Pam Flam and Julia Mitchell
VINEYARD GAZETTE PHOTOGRAPHY: Eyes on the Island Proposed
September 24-October 22

2018 Special Shows in the Farmhouse Gallery

ANONYMOUS ART August 25
Small Art Big Fun. A special one night fundraising event involving 6"x6" anonymous artwork.

DIALOGS: COMMUNICATION THROUGH CREATIVITY, A CONVERSATION WITH MATERIALS June 8 - 24
A collaborative art show with students from Garden Gate Child Development Center and Martha's Vineyard Public Charter School.

MVRHS PHOTOGRAPHER'S SOCIETY DEBUT May 13 - May 20
Photography show featuring the work of high school students Tyla Packish, Daniel Rivard and Davin Tackabury.

WEAVING INSPIRATIONS Aug 12-19
Shelley David Tapestry

Other Past Exhibits:

2017:
Protest
Poetic License (Art inspired by Poetry for National Poetry Month)
The 21st Annual Art of Flowers Show with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
Blue
Drawn: Black and White
Stanley Murphy Landscapes Show with Guest Curator: Nancy Kingsley
Putting It Together (Found Objects & Collage)
Ceramics
Photography: Abandoned
MVRHS Ceramics Students of Brendan Coogan Moz-ART (Art inspired by music for Classical Music Month)

2015:
I LOVE EWE – Year of the Sheep (Chinese New Year)
Take a Seat: The Chair Show
Oceans Wilderness with Guest Curator: Marianne Goldberg of Pathways Projects Institute
The 6th Annual Art of Flowers Show with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
30 Under 30: Thirty Artists Under the Age of Thirty
Gay Head Light
Bob Silberling Photography Retrospective
Martha’s Vineyard Now & Zen with Guest Curators: Alan Brigish and Susan Klein
The Art of Ceramics: Free Style
Helen Bowring Retrospective
Dreams & Nightmares
Portraits – MV Museum People’s Choice Awards

2013:
I Heart Art
For the Love of Trees: Photography Show
Lucy Vincent Beach T
he Art of Flowers with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
Awe & Wonder
Collage
Tom Maley Life Drawing with Guest Curator: Anne Gallagher
Nine Artists - Thirteen Years with Guest Curator: Monina Von Opel
The Art of Ceramics with Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma
Richard Lee Retrospective with Guest Curators: Claudia Cannerdy & Hudson Lee
Artistry in Wood - Tomorrow's Collectibles with Guest Curator: Nancy Kingsley
Power with Guest Curator: Richard Limber

2011:
Featherstone’s Permanent Collection
Featherstone Teacher Show – Past & Present
The Art of Flowers with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
The Art of Jewelry with Guest Curator: Anne Besse Shepherd
The Founders & Patrons of Featherstone Show
Allen Whiting Retrospective
The Art of Photography with Guest Curator: Kathy Rose
15x15 Art Show with Guest Curator: Pam Flam
The Art of Projection: Artwork by Maya.Rouvelle
The Art of Teapots Ceramics Show with Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma The Art of Fiber Show with Guest Curator: Julia Mitchell
The Art of Personal Altars
The Art of Painting Show with Guest Curator: Meg Mercier

2009:
Red Art (in honor of Valentine’s Day)
Faces & Figures
Animals in Art Ceramics Show
Vineyard Landscapes – Featherstone & Beyond “Visual Voices” – Ann Tanksley Retrospective “Putting the Art Before the Horse” Carousel Art Max Stern RetrospectiveWood Furniture Far Out Art

2007:
Hearts and Flowers - An Artisans Valentine’s Festival Not From Memory by Valerie Sonnenthal Photography Show: Bridges & Dreams
Animals in Art
Lisa Brown – Mary’s Chair
Water: Different Perspectives
Polly Hill Collaborative – Art Created at Polly Hill Arboretum
The Art of Pastel Painting with Ellen McCluskey and Her Students
Color Line Shape & Form - Art by Anne Grandin, Peg Thayer, Sheila Fane & Dawn Greeley The Other Side of Vineyard Art: Not Beaches & Boats
Dick Sherman: Aerial Seabottoms Photography
Washington Ledesma’s Uruguayan Art: Oils & Ceramics
Thirty Dirty Sailors and the Girls Who Went a Whaling – A True Martha’s Vineyard Tale

2006:
Valentine Celebration – Kiss, Kiss, Hug, Hug – Vineyard artists present romantic art Diane Nicholls & Her Students
Fan Ogilvie – Try to Praise A Mutilated World – painting, poetry & conversations Pottery & Sculpture: The Arts of Three Dimension
Photography: Rebirth
Pastels & Prints - Different Impressions
Ellen McCluskey Pastel Show
Faces & Figures
Nefertiti Prints – Jazz Show
The Underworld of Art on Martha’s Vineyard: Video, Painting, Sculpture Patterns and Textures and Functions in Wood

2004:
Photography Show – Warm Scenes in Winter Months Threads
Featherstone Student & Teacher Show
Flowers in Collaboration with COMSOG
Water
Ann Bromberg
Cutting Edge
Oil & Acrylic
Art That Won’t Match Your Couch The Color of Autumn

2016:
#Celebrate Featherstone Show
Art & Ag
Martha’s Vineyard Visual Artists Teachers’ Show
The 20th Annual Art of Flowers Show with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
The “Barnes” Collection with Guest Curators: Caryl Dearing and John Goldthwait
The Paintings & Sketches of Stanley Murphy
SISTERS: Jenifer McCurdy Retrospective & Wendy Mulhern
Tapestry: Contemporary Takes on An Ancient Art Form 20 x 20 Show
Brazilian Art with Guest Curator: Juliana Germani
The Art of Ceramics Show: Alternative Firings

2014:
For Pet’s Sake: For the Love of Pets & Animals
18x18
Show Love Thyself: The Selfie Show
Poetry in Art & MV Poets’ Collective with Guest Curators: Debby Rosenthal and Ellie Bates
The Art of Graphic Design with Guest Curator: Karen Huff
The Art of Flowers with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
Sculpture: Inside and Out Black & White
Photography with Guest Curator: Sam Hiser
The Art of the Cartoon with Guest Curator: Paul Karasik
Featherstone Printmakers' Show
The 5th Annual Art of Ceramics Show with Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma
Pastel Show
Eat Your Art Out: Art Inspired by Food
Personal Altars II

2012:
Artists Collections – What Island Artists LOVE To Collect
The Art of Intaglio featuring Washington Ledesma, Beldan Radcliffe & Nick Thayer (Copper and Zinc Etchings)
The Art of Vineyard Architecture – Island Architects
The Art of Flowers with Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo
The Art of Costume Design Celebrating 30th Anniversary at the Vineyard Playhouse with Guest Curator: MJ Bruder Munafo
iPhone Photography
Martha’s Vineyard Artists of The Copley Society
"Metamorphoses: Change and Transformation" – featuring Nancy Blank and Roberta Gross The Art of Jazz
The Art of Flight Ceramics Show with Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma
The Art of Paper with Guest Curator: Sandy Bernat
Island Faces Portrait Contest – People’s Choice Awards
The Art of Politics with Guest Curator: Richard Limber

2010:
Kiss, Kiss, Hug, Hug RevisitedThe Art of Food – In Celebration of Edible Vineyard’s One Year Anniversary The Art of Flowers
Second Time Around – Acrylic Paintings by Patricia Carlet
New Art Now: John Robert Hill, Darcie Lee Hanaway & Chioke Morais
The Art of Black & White Photography with Guest Curator: Debra Gaines The Art of Glass with Guest Curator: Jeri Dantzig
The Art of Wampum with Guest Curator: Joan LeLacheur
The Art of Quilts with Guest Curator: Pam Flam
The Art of the Ceramic Bowl with Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma
The Art of Metal Sculpture with Guest Curator: Tony Holand
The Art Invitational with Guest Curators: Nancy Kingsley & Richard Limber The Art of Fall Colors

2008:
Triple Intersection: 3 points – Jack Greene, Dick Stroud & Caterina Verde SNAPSHOTS: Collective Memory – Valerie Sonnenthal
Featherstone Teacher, Board & Advisors Show
Photography Show: Favorite Vineyard Scenes
Nancy Noble Gardener Photography
Virginia Weston Besse Retrospective
ART in ACTION – “What It Takes” – the process of making art – Sandy Bernat, Eva Gallant, Jennifer McCurdy, Julia Mitchell, Adele Schonbrun & Heather Sussman
Pastel Show
Lois Mailou Jones Textiles
Vineyard Ceramic Artists
Betty Wolfson- Let It All Hang Out: Choices for the Future
Ann Howes Retrospective
“This I Believe”
Small Things & Tiny Teasurers

2005:
Home Is Where The Heart Is (in honor of Valentine’s Day) Print Show - monotypes, etchings & woodcut prints Featherstone Student & Teacher Show
Vineyard Landscape Show
Jeanne Campbell Photographs of Flora & Fauna
Darryl Hughto & Sarah Roth – acrylic artists with an exciting rendition of seascapes Aaron & Freida Galvin Photography
Vineyard African American Painters – Past & Present
Beaches, Boats & Picket Fences...Lighthouses & Hydrangeas
Digital Art

2003:
Pottery & Sculpture Show Landscape Show
Cartoon Show International Show
Brazil Watercolor Show
Two Harthaven Artists: Mary Stevens & William Abbe Watercolor Show