Image of four pieces of artwork, two by Ta-coumba Aiken and two are by Christopheraaron Deanes. Text in the middle reads "Heated Discussion: A conversation about social justice through metal enamel. Ta-coumba Aiken and Christopheraaron Deanes."

Gallery

The Nokomis Gallery at CAFAC offers artists at all stages of their careers the opportunity to showcase and sell their work. Our regular events include group and solo exhibitions, student showcases, artist talks, art markets, and more!

Operating on a regenerative model, the gallery splits sales between the artist and CAFAC’s scholarship fund, supporting both creators and learners alike.

Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 9:30am-3:30pm. Appointments are also available by request. Email Jhyle at gallery@cafac.org to schedule your visit.

Our Online Store: Support local artists and CAFAC’s scholarship fund by shopping at the RedHot Gift Shop! Want to become a consignor? Contact Jhyle at gallery@cafac.org for more information, or click on "Consignment" to fill out the application.

Upcoming events:

  • Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1st there will be an enamel workshop led by master enamelists and artists Christopheraaron Deanes and Ta-Coumba Aiken, as part of their exhibit “Heated Discussion.” Learn more and sign up at the course listing page.

  • Applications are now open for our next group exhibit, a co-curated exhibit by Chris Harrison and Jhyle Rinker titled “Fired.” Apply for the show through the online form.

  • Saturday, June 21st, 2-4pm a special closing event celebrating Heated Discussion, featuring an insightful artist talk with Ta-coumba Aiken & Christopheraaron Deanes.

Visit our Events and Opportunities page for open calls and more detailed event information.

 
 
 
Gallery Gallery
Nokomis Gallery
Nokomis Gallery

The gallery is housed in the former lobby of the Nokomis Theater, the building’s original purpose, and features preserved decorative tilework. Learn more about the history of the building.

Consignment
Consignment

Interested in selling your work at CAFAC’s gallery? Get in touch with Jhyle, our Gallery Coordinator, or complete our consignor intake form.

Past Shows
Past Shows

Browse a catalog of previous exhibits and events at the gallery.

 
 
 
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Visit the Nokomis Gallery

In House Featured Artists: SoulSpeak Expressions, Jenn Angell, Beth Onward, BreezyJean, Samael Leopold-Sullivan, Shelly Thrall Jewelry, Samasti Studio, Nest and Tessellate, Crystal Celeste Studio, BMF Jewelry, Gail Katz-James, Anna Lucia, Cassi Rebman, NdaRa’s Jewels, Dipp’d in Hunnie, Brad Buxton, PinkSpit, Functional Heirlooms, Electromagnetic People Art Co., WSSG Designs, Erin Gunelson, G-Child Creations, Angela Gray, Emily McBride, Emma Wood, Sergey Vaynshenk, Becca Cerra, Ahman Gabar, Denallie Moore, Transmute Metalworks, Lila Westreich, and Laura Juul.

CAFAC also has a selection of original art, jewelry, small sculpture, and home goods, hand-made by local artists, available for sale in person or online at www.cafac.org/redhot.

 
 

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