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  • Shades of Gray

    An exhibition of black-and-white photographs by S. Turner

  • Opening Reception for Wish Book: Lay of the Land with John Pearson

    Crosstown Arts, East Gallery, Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    Exhibition of photographic works by John Pearson
    On view: Sept. 21-Nov. 30
    Location: East Gallery & East Atrium

    These large-scale, landscape cyanotypes on fabric link the tactile and the visual by committing the photographic process to the physical landscape. Pearson works outdoors on the ground, making 1:1 indexical photographic prints during midday sunlight. In these photographs, view is replaced by elemental record; while the horizon, removed from the composition, becomes the topographic support and source for construction of the images.

    Pearson’s intention is not to convey the solely visual appearance of place — in this case, the arid southern California landscape — but rather to invoke a more dynamic experience of place by means of the transformative nature of photography.

  • Crosstown Arts Resident Artist Talk

    Crosstown Arts, East Atrium 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United States

    Crosstown Arts offers multidisciplinary residencies in to visiting and Memphis-based artists and curators, working in any creative discipline including visual and performing arts, music, film, and writing in all genres. […]

  • Give a Damn! Music + Activism at Stax Records

    Crosstown Arts, West Gallery, Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    On view: September 28-November 30
    Opening reception: Friday, Sept. 28, 6-8 pm

    “Give a Damn,” a title taken from the 1970 Staple Singers song, is the culmination of a year-long examination of Stax Records’ commitment to political activism, community engagement, and social justice in the years following Dr. King’s 1968 assassination in Memphis.

    This exhibition is presented by The Stax Museum of American Soul Music and hosted at Crosstown Arts. It features never-before-seen artifacts including Isaac Hayes' 14-foot long custom-made office desk, stage clothing worn by Johnnie Taylor and Isaac Hayes, rare photos and documents, short films, music, and original artwork contributed by Shelby County students.

  • Opening Reception — Give a Damn! Music + Activism at Stax Records

    Crosstown Arts, West Gallery, Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United States

    “Give a Damn,” a title taken from the 1970 Staple Singers song, is the culmination of a year-long examination of Stax Records’ commitment to political activism, community engagement, and social justice in the years following Dr. King’s 1968 assassination in Memphis.

    This exhibition is presented by The Stax Museum of American Soul Music and hosted at Crosstown Arts. It features never-before-seen artifacts including Isaac Hayes' 14-foot long custom-made office desk, stage clothing worn by Johnnie Taylor and Isaac Hayes, rare photos and documents, short films, music, and original artwork contributed by Shelby County students.

  • 365

    Photo-a-day series by artist Valerie Sparks Artist Statement: In 2017, I challenged myself to a photo-a-day project which I first displayed on Instagram. Now I will present my year's worth […]

  • The Music of Billie Holiday

    Crosstown Arts, East Atrium 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United States

    Tribute to American jazz singer Billie Holiday featuring Tamara Jones Monger (vocals), Keenan Shotwell (piano), Carl Casperson (acoustic bass), Joe Restivo (guitar), and James Sexton (drums).

    The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.

  • .WAVFest

    Memphis artist ISpeakWithAGift presents the first annual .WAVFest featuring live performances from himself and friends from inside and outside the city. The line-up includes ISpeakWithAGift, Early, She’Chinah, ODDyssey, De Apollo, […]

  • Spins

    Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United States

    A live monthly DJ series at Crosstown Arts This month: DJ Siphne Aaye $5 cover (purchase on Eventbrite or at the door) The SPINS series will feature music as diverse as […]

  • Shoot & Splice: Production Design

    Crosstown Arts East Atrium 1350 Concourse Avenue, Memphis, TN, United States

    Have you ever wondered how movies achieve a particular look and visual style? Join Production Designer Darian Corley as she takes you through the process of conceptualizing and designing film sets and locations. From breaking down the script to identifying design styles to working with directors and cinematographers, Darian will cover it all.
    Shoot & Splice is a monthly filmmaking forum presented collaboratively by Indie Memphis and Crosstown Arts.