Montclair
New Jersey
Studio Montclair
Mission:
Studio Montclair Inc. is a non-profit organization of exhibiting professional and emerging artists and others interested in the visual arts. The mission of the organization is to promote culture and education in the visual arts.
SMI’s History:
Studio Montclair’s history stretches back to February 1997, when a show titled “The Montclair Art Colony: Past and Present” opened at the Montclair Art Museum. Visitors to the show were invited to extend their artistic tour to downtown Montclair, where several galleries mounted a show called “The Rest of the Colony,” organized by five local artists. In all, the work of 46 local artists appeared at local venues.
“An incredible success!” crowed Antoinette Martin of The Montclair Times, and Studio Montclair Inc. was born.
Presently, the organization has grown to almost 300 members, including artists from the local area and throughout the country. “We offer an array of opportunities for artists to bring their work to the public,” said founding SMI President Virginia S. Block. “At the same time, we are conscious of promoting and enhancing the image of Montclair, New Jersey as a center of the visual arts.”
Recent News
Studio Montclair Presents 'Evolving Origins And Liminal Perceptions' Works By Donna Grande On View At Academy Square
Montclair, NJ - Studio Montclair, Inc. is proud to host Evolving Origins and Liminal Perceptions, an exhibition of work using the luscious medium of cold wax and oil by artist, Donna Grande. Evolving Origins and Liminal Perceptions will be on…
Read More »Studio Montclair Presents "Greetings From Montclair" An Exhibit And Sale Of Postcard-Sized Artwork
Montclair, NJ (November, 2023) – Studio Montclair (SMI) is pleased to announce its annual “Greetings from Montclair” postcard-sized artwork sale/fundraiser, to take place at Academy Square, 33 Plymouth St, Montclair, from Thursday,…
Read More »Studio Montclair Presents 'Launchpad' An Exhibition at Studio Montclair Gallery
Montclair, NJ - Studio Montclair, Inc., in partnership with the Department of Art and Design at Montclair State University, is pleased to present “Launchpad,” a juried exhibition featuring the thesis work of select graduating students of…
Read More »Studio Montclair Presents Annual Exhibition 'ViewPoints 2023' at Leach Gallery
Montclair, NJ - “Studio Montclair’s annual exhibition ViewPoints does not disappoint. With over 70 artists and artworks selected from hundreds of talented entries, a high level of skill and innovation is on display. The works in the…
Read More »Studio Montclair "Rhythm & Blues" - February 2, 23 - March 10, 23
Montclair, NJ, (January 2023) – In honor of Black History Month, Studio Montclair, Inc. is delighted to present “Rhythm & Blues,” our first exhibition of the new year. Celebrating the intersection between music and art in its…
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