This Week: Baltimore Clayworks’ virtual artist talk with Yoshi Fujii, Qrcky artist talk at Quid Nunc Art Gallery, launch for Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson’s book on Claire McCardell at MCHC, The Lewis Museum’s Jubilee, Eddie Kil opening reception at Make Studio, Adewale Alli and VILLAGER opening reception at Creative Alliance, BMA’s After Hours, Afro House performs at The Walters, Emergence artist panel at Galerie Myrtis, immersive performance by Siobhán O’Loughlin at TU, and AFRAM 2025 — PLUS, last chance to apply for the MASB Travel Prize and more featured opportunities!
BmoreArt’s Picks presents the best weekly art openings, events, and performances happening in Baltimore and surrounding areas. For a more comprehensive perspective, check the BmoreArt Calendar page, which includes ongoing exhibits and performances, and is updated on a daily basis.
To submit your calendar event, email us at events@bmoreart.com!
Virtual Artist Talk with Yoshi Fujii
Tuesday, June 17 :: 1:30-2pm
presented by Baltimore Clayworks
Ceramic artists are at the heart of Baltimore Clayworks. Artists are at the center of the mission of Baltimore Clayworks, and provide the organization with talent and innovation to inspire our community and to enliven the artistic impact of ceramics in our region. Their professional and personal networks provide a kaleidoscope of interactions with peers, galleries, and academic institutions, which keep the organization at the forefront of contemporary ceramic art.
Artist Bio
Yoshi Fujii, from Fukuoka, Japan, earned his M.F.A. from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and came to Baltimore Clayworks as the recipient of Lormina Salter Fellowship in 2008. While he creates delicately carved functional pottery, he teaches at colleges and community centers in the region, including Baltimore Clayworks, and leads workshops nationally and internationally. Visit yoshifujii.com to view his artwork.
Qrcky: Beyond The Lines | Artist Talk
Wednesday, June 18 :: 6-8pm
@ Quid Nunc Art Gallery
Beyond The Lines is a solo exhibition featuring the artist, Qrcky. We invite you to explore the tension between visibility and obscurity through Qrcky’s striking black and white stripe series.
June 6 – July 5
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 7, 6 pm – 8 pm
Artist Talk: Wednesday, June 18, 6 pm-8 pm
Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free: Book Launch
Tuesday, June 17 :: 6:30-8:30pm
@ Maryland Center for History and Culture
Celebrate the riveting hidden history of Maryland’s Claire McCardell, considered one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. Join award-winning journalist, Baker Artist Award winner, and author Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson for the launch of her new biography, Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free. Enjoy a conversation about the behind-the-scenes writing of a book that’s filled with personal drama and industry secrets, and that reveals how Claire McCardell built an empire at a time when women rarely made the upper echelons of business. Tickets include a signed copy of the book as well as access to the Claire/McCardell exhibition.
Doors at 6 pm. Talk begins at 6:30 pm. Reception to follow the talk.
Read more of this week’s picks at BmoreArt.
