Noblesville Creates showcases 8th Street Artists & new exhibits this month

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Noblesville Creates is featuring the 8th Street Artists and two new exhibits at the Judge Stone House, along with two other Artists of the Month, in November.

The Artists of the Month include the 8th Street Artists, Michael Jack, and Jerry Mannell, and each of their exhibits will be featured at a different Noblesville Creates showcase location. Noblesville Creates also welcomes the exhibits Prized Possessions and Gifted: Handmade Wonders at the Judge Stone House. Lastly, Noblesville Creates is excited to partner with the Fishers Arts Council (FAC) and Fishers Art Center to host a Gallery Hop in Fishers.

Information on exhibit dates, receptions, and artist details is available below.

Stephenson House
The 8th Street Artists

All Together Again is an exhibit of original works by the award-winning 8th Street Artists. These creatives are named after the location of their studios, the two-historic homes at Noblesville Creates on 8th. Two of the artists – Michael Janosky and Roseanne Crowell – have been working out of their campus studios since the organization’s opening over 12 years ago. They all relish time sharing techniques, critiquing one another’s works, and plein air painting throughout Indiana.

Noblesville Creates was a saving grace for the artists when they were allowed to occupy their studios amidst COVID-19 related closures; all could continue their art endeavors and social interactions to the point where they now finish each other’s sentences. In 2023, the 8th Street Artists began showing their work as a group at The Hoosier Art Salon Gallery in New Harmony, Ind., and the Rivet Coffee House in Westfield. From January through March 2024, they again displayed their work at the Meyer Najem 2nd Floor Gallery in the first iteration of All Together.

Among this group there is a variety of styles, subject matter, and media, but their familiarity with and appreciation for each other’s works and style is evident when they are collected together. Their styles create a complimentary and thoroughly engaging collection. The works on display will include Indiana landscapes, florals, animal portraits, abstracts, and curated collages. Featured artists include Lesley Haflich, Benny Kenworthy, Penny Roberson, Denny Henderson, Michael Janonsky, Roseanne Crowell, and Riwo Rinchen of the Gal’s Guide Library.

See the full exhibit, All Together Again, in the Stephenson House Gallery at Noblesville Creates on 8th now through Nov. 30. The campus (including the artists’ studios) is open for exploration Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can meet and celebrate with the 8th Street artists during their free open house reception from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9.

Judge Stone House
Prized Possessions

Prized Possessions is Noblesville Creates’ annual competitive exhibit, where the Artist of the Year to judge each piece and award cash prizes.

Prized Possessions will be viewable from Nov. 2 to 16 in the Judge Stone House gallery. The Noblesville Creates on 8th campus is open Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The reception for this exhibit will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 9, with the first-, second-, and third-place prizes, as well as Honorable Mentions, designated beforehand.

Voting for the People’s Choice Award will be public as of Nov. 2 both on the Noblesville Creates campus and via liking images on the official Prized Possessions Facebook Album.

Judge Stone House
Gifted: Handmade Wonders

Noblesville Creates’ annual artistic celebration returns for another holiday season. Stop by the historic campus at 8th and Maple to shop truly unique gifts. Gifted: Handmade Wonders features a wide variety of artisanal items from Hoosier creatives in the cozy Judge Stone House Gallery. From woodworking, stoneware, textiles, and more, there is something for everyone on your shopping list. A large portion of each purchase also goes back to the artist behind each piece, meaning that you are directly supporting a local artist.

An online shop featuring all of the Gifted items will be made available once the show opens on Nov. 28. Items purchased online will be available for pickup only.

Gifted: Handmade Wonders will be viewable from Nov. 28 to Dec. 28 in the Judge Stone House gallery. The Noblesville Creates campus is open Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The reception for this exhibit will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 at the Judge Stone House.

Fishers Arts Council
Gallery Hop

Fishers Arts Council (FAC), Noblesville Creates, and Fishers Art Center are holding the second Fishers Gallery Hop from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Stroll through four amazing galleries, enjoy live music, meet local artists, and discover captivating exhibits. The first five individuals to visit all four galleries during the Gallery Hop will receive $25 off their artwork purchase that evening.

Four Day Ray
Jerry Mannell

See the full Mindful exhibit at Four Day Ray Brewing, 11671 Lantern Road, Fishers, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. You can meet Mannell at his free public reception; date and time to be determined. Stay tuned.

Meyer Najem
Michael Jack

See the full exhibit, Stories from the Coast, now through Dec. 27. This exhibit is viewable at the Meyer Najem 2nd floor gallery, 11787 Lantern Road, Fishers, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Visitors can meet Michael at his free open house reception from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 at Meyer Najem.

About Noblesville Creates
Noblesville Creates champions the arts as an essential element of the economic health and cultural vitality of Noblesville and central Indiana. As Noblesville’s local arts agency, NC catalyzes opportunities for the arts and local creatives of all skill levels to thrive and lead in central Indiana. NC is also the Region 7 Arts Partner for the Indiana Arts Commission, serving the six counties at the center of the state. NC cultivates classes, events, programs, and services for art-lovers and artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Start your creative journey with NC: they’ll help you connect and flourish.