This Week: Baltimore Clayworks studio tour with Wayman Scott; reception for Schroeder Cherry, Se Jong Cho, and Oletha DeVane at Connect + Collect; Baltimore Story Fest; artist Jason Patterson and guest curator Thomas James in conversation at Banneker-Douglass Museum; opening reception for Heejo Kim and Markus Baldegger at C. Grimaldis Gallery; Bromo Art Walk + After Party; Andrew Thorp opening reception at Hotel Indigo; Creative Alliance screens Eroding History, and BROS’ A Computer that Loves opens — PLUS deadline approaching for Municipal Art Society of Baltimore City (MASB) Artist 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!
Baltimore Clayworks Studio Tour with Wayman Scott
Tuesday, May 14 :: 6:30-7pm
@ 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.
Wayman Scott creates contemporary, historical, and religious art to pay tribute to heroes and highlight the story of the marginalized using Baltimore City as a tapestry. Wayman studied fine arts at Towson University. Serving as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion staff at a local hospital system, Wayman aspires for “my art to be congruent with my DEI work. I hope my art can hold a mirror to society with lens of DEI and social justice.”
During his 3 year recent career, Wayman has been fortunate enough to work to complete a Nyburg Award Project, have a solo show, complete a commission for a shrine, and have his work featured in publications locally and nationally.
City of Artists II | Schroeder Cherry, Se Jong Cho, and Oletha DeVane | Opening Reception
Wednesday, May 15 :: 6-7pm
@ Connect + Collect
Join us on Wednesday, May 15th, from 6-8 pmat the Connect+Collect gallery to view the new exhibition City of Artists II featuring Schroeder Cherry, Se Jong Cho, and Oletha DeVane.
City of Artists II is the continuation of a series of exhibitions that serve as a visual extension to BmoreArt’s first full-length book City of Artists. A publication that features 220 pages of personal reflections from leading writers alongside portfolios from some of the city’s most celebrated visual artists.
This second iteration brings together the captivating works of Schroeder Cherry, Oletha DeVane, and Se Jong Cho, each offering a unique perspective on the artistic landscape of Baltimore. From Cherry’s vivid portrayals ofeveryday scenes of African diaspora life, to DeVane’s worldly explorations of spirituality and mythology, and Cho’s innovative blend of art and science, these artists push the boundaries of creativity, inviting viewers to engage with their distinct visual narratives.
:: Wednesday, May 15th :: 6-8 pm Opening Reception: City of Artists II
Connect+Collect Gallery (2519 N. Charles Street)
Secure your copy of the book here – we are now in our second printing!
Baltimore Story Fest
Thursday, May 16 | Ongoing through May 19
@ Baltimore Theatre Project
A mic, spotlight and a good story is all you need to take a room full of people on a journey. Storytelling is one the most entertaining and impactful forms of live performance. Baltimore Story Fest will highlight the best and brightest storytellers in the region. Storytellers create a tapestry with their words that bring audiences into their worlds. Sometimes you laugh. Sometimes you cry. Sometimes you do both.
EACH DAY OF THE FEST IS ALL NEW!
Curated by different storytelling producers, every show will be unique. See all four shows and immerse yourself in the art of storytelling!
Thursday, May 16th
The Stoop Storytelling Series
Hosted by Jessica Henkin and Aaron Henkin
Everyone has a story. What’s yours? The Stoop Storytelling Series is a Baltimore-based live show and podcast that features “ordinary” people sharing the extraordinary, true tales of their lives.
Friday, May 17th
Perfect Liars Club: the storytelling interrogation show
Produced by Cara Foran & Pierce McManus
Four people tell a story. Three are true but one is a lie. Listen. Laugh. Interrogate. Vote. Can you spot the liar?
Saturday, May 18th
Mortified
Produced by Alex Hewett and Adam Ruben
Witness a night of adults telling stories about their lives by sharing their most mortifying childhood artifacts (diaries, letters, lyrics, poems, home movies)… in front of total strangers.
Sunday, May 19th
The Goode Practice presents: What I Learned in Therapy
Produced by Ronald Young Jr. and Tuere Ganges
Listen to stories that range from heartwarming to the absurd, as storytellers examine their experiences with therapy, healing and wellness.
The Goode Practice provides culturally aware and clinically responsive care to clients and offers services to expand the knowledge of therapists in the community. We are the premier practice for nurturing therapists who wish to deepen their expertise in working with clients of color, and gender and sexual minorities. We strive to provide a healing space for clients, staff, and community.
Showtimes:
May 16 @ 8pm – Stoop Storytelling
May 17 @ 8pm – Perfect Liars Club
May 18 @ 8pm – Mortified
May 19 @ 4pm – What I Learned in Therapy
Tickets:
General Admission: $25
Website: https://www.theatreproject.org/baltimore-story-fest/
Ticket Site: https://theatreproject.ticketspice.com/baltimore-story-fest
Read more of this week’s picks at BmoreArt.
