Christopher French | 50-50 Proposition, 2005 | Braille paper with oil and acrylic on linen | 48 x 48 inches | On display at The Holly Johnson Gallery

Many of the Dragon Street businesses will be extending their hours until 8pm every 1st Thursday of the month in celebration of the arts and community. Their hope is to get the word out about the art scene on Dragon Street – home to various art galleries, antique, imports and floral shops. Future plans for 1st Thursday include live music, outside art exhibits and educational opportunities.

There are a lot of art galleries on the list, so if you have ever found yourself wanting to visit a few, this would be a really cool time. I don’t know about you but I tend to hesitate before going into the local galleries – it’s always just me and person working the floor. And he/she knows I’m not buying. I don’t know what it is, but I enjoy being around other people who are looking at the same pieces. There’s such great energy in that room.

List of participating businesses:

1. American Fine Art
2. Artizen Fine Arts
3. Banks Fine Art
4. Craighead Green Gallery
5. HCG Gallery
6. Holly Johnson Gallery
7. Inessa Stewart’s Antiques & Interiors
8. Jacques Lamy Gallery
9. Joel Crooner Gallery
10. Luxor Style
11. Martin&Martin Design/Fine Art Services
12. Pan American Art Projects
13. Photographs Do Not Bend
14. Posche Designs/Tree House
15. Samuel Lynne Galleries
16. The Cameron Gallery
17. Trinity and Design Real Estate

Resources:
The Cameron Gallery
Guide Live Arts Blog – Dragon Street Galleries Open

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