The Circle City Industrial Complex has become a destination for art appreciators and supporters of local work, with the recent opening of newly-added second floor studio spaces, adding 22 new artists to the CCIC and bringing the total number of artists within the CCIC to 90. Just northeast of the Mass Ave. Art and Theatre Cultural District, at 1125 Brookside Ave., the CCIC Artists First Friday programming is a must-see stop, while events and viewable hours continue throughout the month.

The Main Entrance of the building (identified by its black marble façade) provides easy access to both the South Studios and the North Studios (with a wheelchair accessible ramp and elevator). Maps of the building are also available in several locations to help visitors find all that the building has to offer.

For more listings and event updates please visit https://ccicindyartists.wordpress.com, or the CCIC Artists Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ccicartists

Events:

Schwitzer Gallery
“From Coal Mountain: Isolation, survival, and other hardships,” a collection of paintings and paper cuttings by Erin Hüber, will be showcased in the Schwitzer gallery. Hüber is an artist at the Harrision Center and the founder of the Mother Artist Project. Using handmade stencils, she creates illustrative, folk-inspired work. The Schwitzer Gallery is on the second floor of the North Studios.

Shelby Alexander
Mixed-media artist, illustrator and graphic designer Shelby Alexander will be opening her studio to the public and featuring new smaller works for $100 and under. A Notre Dame grad who also studied fashion at the Pratt Institute in NYC, Alexander works primarily with secondhand textiles to explore the ecological effects of fast fashion as the second largest polluter in the world. Shelby Alexander is located in Studio 42 on the second floor of the North Studios.

Jeffrey Allen
Metal sculptor Jeffrey Allen will be showing work for the May First Friday. Having practiced the craft of welding and sculpting for over 20 years, the former active duty Marine has traveled the world and his art is influenced by the world’s beauty and mythology. Jeffrey Allen is located on first floor, in the back corridor.

Roberta Avidor
Painter Roberta Avidor will open her studio to visitors, offering oil paintings and watercolors showing people living and working in their communities. Working for decades as an advertising artist, she now uses those skills to create oil and watercolor paintings to celebrate people and places that are meaningful to Avidor. “When people visit my studio, I like to talk and show my process of creating a finished painting from preliminary sketches,” said Avidor. “There’s a story behind every one of my paintings. I would hope that visitors experience my work not just as onlookers, but as engaged participants in the subject matter.” Roberta Avidor is located in Studio 34 on the second floor of the North Studios.

Allen J. Bannister
Allen J. Bannister will show charcoal drawings and plein-air paintings completed in the last two years. Landscapes are a relatively new subject matter for Bannister. In the last two years, he has switched from abstract work to representational. A new artist to the CCIC, Bannister is very excited to have a space to create new works and meet fellow artists and art-lovers alike. Allen J. Bannister is located in the South Studios.

BEBITO Toys
Rachel Hedges is an independent toy-maker and designer in Indianapolis since 2006. BEBITO Toys are created from re-purposed, up-cycled, and found materials, along with intricate hand embroidery and applique to create a unique product of outstanding quality. BEBITO Toys is located on the second floor of the North Studios.
http://www.bebitotoys.com

Chad Eby
Chad Eby is an artist, maker, and educator working with light, sound, physical computing, and digital fabrication. “(Nearly) everything is better with blinky lights,” said Eby. He invites visitors to come by and see what’s cooking. Chad Eby is located in Studio 34 on the second floor of the North Studios.

Daily Epiphany Studio
Michele Burns and Kurt Kriese will share the evening in Studio B17. Kriese will show landscapes, large abstract paintings, and stained glass, while Burns will feature new “Nightlight Art,” photoluminescent paintings and mobiles painted with her own photoluminescent paint recipe that retains its glow all night long. The Nightlight Art paintings appear as one painting during daylight, and a different painting entirely in the dark. Daily Epiphany Studio B17 is located in the South Studios. https://www.instagram.com/daily_epiphany_studios_
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Darkroom Revelations – Gallery C7A
Darkroom Revelations will present “Fixed and (Once) Mobile: A Photographer’s Study of Space, Time, Architecture, and Design” with guest photographer Rad Drew. An acclaimed photographer, teacher, and tour leader from Indianapolis, Drew creates his work with mirrorless and infrared cameras and assorted iPhones. He loves to teach and inspire others to discover their hidden creative talents, and his imagery has been recognized in galleries and photo competitions around the world, reflecting his extensive travels. An opening reception will be held Thursday, April 4^th, 6-8pm with additional exhibit time on +Saturday, 12-3pm, along with the First Friday Art Tour. Potter. Darkroom Revelations – Gallery C7A located on the first floor of the North Studios.

Stephanie Doty
​Stephanie Doty, artist and faculty at Herron School of Art and Design will feature new small paintings and collage on canvas. Stephanie Wilhelm, an artist and educator in Sullivan County, will feature a new line of upcycled and beaded jewelry. Stephanie Doty’s studio is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

Five Seasons Studio
Five Seasons Studio presents “Celebration of Trees,” featuring trees either delicate and small or gnarled and grand, all honored for their beauty and strength through the art of Martha Nahrwold. “I’m always looking for that grand old tree standing by itself in a field, that for generations the plow or tractor has gone around,” Nahrwold said. “Why was it left? What has it seen? I see it as a guardian, and I often honor those trees in my paintings.” Five Seasons Studio will be open also on Thursday, April 4^th, 6-8pm, for a collectors’ night, and is located on the first floor of the North Studios, across from Lick Ice Cream.

Full Circle Nine Gallery
World-traveling photographer Kimberly Ewing and her collection “The Sun Rises in West Africa,” will be featured at the Full Circle Nine Gallery (FC9). “I never dreamed in a million years that I would be going to Africa,” Ewing said, referring to a 1995 trip that took her to Ghana, Mali, Cote D’Ivoire, Senegal, and Gambia. “It was life changing and I was speechless when I had the opportunity to visit the slave castles. I could feel my ancestors’ spirits and my tears began to roll down my face. It’s hard to believe that was over 24 years ago and now it’s time to share my rich experience again.” Full Circle Nine Gallery is located in the South Studios, in B21.
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Gerburg Garmann / European Art Studio
A recent addition to the CCIC, Gerburg Garmann presents her newest body of work, featuring bold and colorful abstracts in acrylic. “What’s in a face? Capturing the human face as a mirror of the many states of being via expressionist articulation is a life-long endeavor,” Garmann said. “Over the last couple of years, I have worked intentionally on the rendering of imagined human faces with various unexpected twists which, though they do not portray a particular person, nevertheless embrace the reality of manifesting poignant emotional states.” Garmann’s art plays willingly with references to emotions, figure, and memory while always focusing on the eyes of her chosen subjects working within her chosen media to capture a sense of both the fragility and resilience of the human existence. Gerburg Garmann is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

Matt Hurdle Fine Art
Matt Hurdle Fine art presents “More Than A Dream”, featuring contemporary landscapes, and dreamscapes based on the artist’s dreams. “My work is much like telling a story with just a few words, leaving the detail up to the interpretation of the viewer,” Hurdle said. “I’m more interested in places beyond this material world. A world of calm and serenity.” Matt Hurdle is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

Indy Artsy
Home to ceramics artist Julie Edwards, Indy Artsy gathers together an eclectic collection of handmade items, from clothing, to jewelry, to soaps and snacks; making it easy to find the perfect gift. Indy Artsy is located on the first floor of the North Studios.
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LadArt
Dr. Larry Lad finds his own style in his studio space at the CCIC, working in recycled cardboard, Masonite, and plywood while collecting unique materials and assembling them “in different ways.” “Experimenting with a variety of media and images has given me freedom to just let go, coloring outside the lines,” said Lad, a management professor at Butler University by day. He describes himself as ‘committed to responsible capitalism and collaborative problem-solving, and describes his art as examining issues of sustainability and consumption in an alternative way than traditional research and publishing.’ “My work lives in the question about how the process of making art, whatever the medium or materials, teaches us about ourselves and how we work,” Lad said. “How is it that we change, learn, evolve, and find ways of expression ourselves as we journey through life?” LadArt is located in the first floor corridor of the CCIC, accessible through both the North and South Studios.

Anastasia Maroney
Anastasia Maroney presents her latest work, pieces that are neutral in color and sparkling in silver, gold, or white shiny glass, invoking transitional and minimalist color schemes, working in mixed media acrylic, with glass, on canvas. Anastasia Maroney is located in Studio S27 on the second floor of the North Studios.

Katrina J. Murray Studio and Gallery
Katrina J. Murray will feature ceramic sculpture, collage and oil paintings. Murray considers all of her works to be collage. Educated at the Herron School of Art and Design and Ivy Tech, Katrina Murray studied art history in Italy and lived for a time in Germany. A native of Brown County, Indiana, Murray now makes her home in Indianapolis and has held a longtime studio at the CCIC. Katrina J. Murray Studio and Gallery is hidden away with beautiful light and windows on the second floor of the North Studios. Click here to read the latest review: https://bit.ly/2DcUnZ0

Shaun M. Niles Gallery & Studios
Photographer Shaun M. Niles presents “Beneath It All,” focusing on warm tones, soft shadows, luscious curves, and wonderful angles as he observes all the splendor that is the human form. Niles showcases a contemporary take on art nudes and figure studies styled after those of the 1930’s through the 1960’s, invoking Helmut Newton, Imogen Cunningham, Ruth Bernhard, and George Platt Lynes. “It is my belief, and I feel quite strongly that the human body is an exquisite thing to contemplate,” Niles said. “I choose to celebrate this appreciation of the unique beauty that I find in the human form. I also respect the boundaries of those who do not share in that sentiment. While no part of this exhibit would be considered sexually explicit, visitors will encounter nudity in the art. Please take this into consideration when choosing whether or not to attend.” Shaun M. Niles Gallery & Studios is located in S26 on the second floor of the North Studios.
www.shaunmniles.com

Amanda Noftsier
Amanda Noftsier is working on pieces for her application to atelier programs in Boston and Philadelphia. Visitors can expect to see still-life drawings and paintings in various stages along with a self -portrait and figure studies. She will have various animal paintings in Indy Artsy and is currently accepting holiday pet portrait commissions. Amanda Noftsier is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

Genna Pianki | SO2 |
Impressionistic contemporary painter Genna Pianki will be showing a collection of work from throughout the previous year.  Genna Pianki | SO2 | is located on the second floor of the North Studios.
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Kristy Quinn
Sculptural artist Kristy Quinn turns any texture that meets her hands into a work of art, giving visitors a peek into her process. Kristy Quinn is located in S30 on the second floor of the North Studios.

Amelia Rose
Amelia Rose presents an exploration of color, inspired by flowers and atmosphere, with her contemporary paintings in oil and acrylics. This University of Tennessee grad cherishes memories of her grandmother’s greenhouse, gardens and love of growing flowers. “Hopefully, my work will provide some joy and peace in the exploration of color and light and give an overall impression of a moment of time,” Rose said. Amelia Rose is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

RUCKUS Makerspace
RUCKUS Makerspace – Business Incubator will showcase their makers who will have a wide variety of handmade products available. RUCKUS Makerspace is on the north end of the CCIC, at Door G10, marked by a wooden sign.
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Katie Sahm
Become a New Creation artist Katie Sahm presents “Healing Waters,” a collection of mixed media work. Experience her reflections on the complete reliance we have on water for our total well-being and very life, both physically and spiritually. Katie uses vibrant and high-contrasting colors, lines, and textures creating compelling compositions and movement within each piece. “I have been wanting to focus on this theme for a while now and am finally getting to it! ‘I Thirst’ keeps echoing in my mind and each painting is a reflection of the deep longing we have inside for intimacy, healing, belonging, and peace,” Sahm said. Katie Sahm is located on the second floor of the North Studios.

Sivavis
Indianapolis-born Sivavis is a self-taught analog collage artist, specializing in the surreal and bizarre. He will be showcasing a new selection of collages every month. Sivavis is located in S38 on the second floor of the North Studios.
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Strung Handmade Décor
Rachel Ferguson will premiere geometric mountain artwork, along with a body of work fresh of a fall arts festival run. Ferguson creates her Strung work by combining nails and string along with hand-painted or cut wood shapes exploring the cosmos or views right here on Earth. Strung Handmade Décor is located on the second floor of the North Studios.
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Weeds and Wonder
Lauren Reiner describes her art as ethereal, spiritual, and energetic. “I feel that it connects to a part of us that is beneath the surface, continually shaping and reforming, a part of us that is unattached to our social constructs,” said Reiner. She enjoys working with watercolor, acrylic, chalks, pencils, pens, and image transfers of her own photography, to explore the limits and range of each medium. An IU grad raised in Indianapolis, Reiner has a background in black and white photography and digital video, and also teaches creative classes and workshops that incorporate breathe work, movement, self-care, and intentional creative habit strategies. Her show will provide “glimpses of ever-changing layers of being and the space between where we are, and where we want to be.” Weeds and Wonder is located in S37 on the second floor of the North Studios.

About the Circle City Industrial Complex Artists

The Circle City Industrial Complex (CCIC) is a nearly half-million square foot industrial building, located at 1125 Brookside Ave., and was formerly home to the Schwitzer automotive company. Its industrial appeal remains and artists and artisans have made the space their home, carving cozy studio, work, and show spaces from the concrete and steel structure, and the CCIC Artists have grown in number to over 50 galleries, individual artists and artisans. The main artist entries are the North Studios entrance and the South Studios entrance, each marked with signage along Brookside Avenue. The CCIC provides free parking in a large lot, and is accessible by the Pogue’s Run Trail, connecting to the Monon Trail and the downtown Cultural Trail system. The complex also offers other art-supporting destinations such as the Centerpoint Brewery, Lick Ice Cream, and Ruckus Makerspace.

For more information on the building, please visit: http://circlecityind.com
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