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Black Vibrations Artist Talk

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Some of the Nashville area's preeminent Black artists will gather at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center for an Artist Talk. These artists currently have their works on display at Monthaven as part of a group exhibition titled Black Vibrations, which runs from Feb. 22 to March 23 2025. Curated by Tennessee State University Art Instructor […]

FREE

Artist Talk: Tony Sobota on Finding YES — MOVED TO MARCH 16

Artist Tony Sobota will discuss his creative journey in this March 16 Artist Talk at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center. The artist, whose exhibit Finding YES runs Feb. 18 to Apr. 13 at the MACC's Papillon Gallery, showcases works that span a variety of forms, from structured grids to free-form improvisations to observational painting. During […]

FREE

Lunch and Learn – Collage & Composition: Mixed Media Art Class with Ashley Mintz, March 21st or March 22nd

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

In this hands-on mixed media workshop, participants will explore the art of layering and texture to create a unique, dynamic composition. Using materials such as paint, magazine images, and textured elements, they will learn how to thoughtfully select and arrange their pieces for a balanced design. The class will cover essential techniques, including layering and […]

$10.00

Forged in Creativity: The Art of Soldering & Welding (March 22nd & 23rd)

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Forged in Creativity - The Art of Soldering & Welding (March 22nd & 23rd) Unlock the hidden potential of metal in this hands-on soldering and welding course, where sparks fly and imagination takes shape! This immersive experience blends craftsmanship with creativity, inviting you to transform found metal objects into stunning works of art. Whether you’re […]

$150

Monthaven’s Night at the Opera

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Monthaven's A Night at the OperaMarch 22 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm $75 Join us for a night of beautiful music and fine dining as we present another installment of Monthaven’s Night at the Opera. Vocalists from Nashville Opera will perform selections from the company's spring production of Donizetti’s Lucia: The Bride of Lammermoor. […]

$75

Meet Me at The MACC: The Importance of Networking

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Join us for a creative evening of conversation and connection! This casual gathering offers artists a chance to engage in a brief discussion on networking and the business of art, followed by an open “mix and mingle” session. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, this is the perfect opportunity to share insights, […]

Free

Dana Pettit: A Divine Conversation

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Artist Dana Pettit will be on hand to discuss her new exhibition A Divine Appointment, which runs April 18-27 at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center. The exhibit features portraits of Jesus rendered in different styles of Western art. Pettit created the works in this series as part of her own personal quest to find God. […]

Free

Lunch and Learn – Finding Your YES: A Color Mixing Exploration with Tony Sobota, April 25th or April 26th

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Lunch and Learn - Finding Your YES: A Color Mixing Exploration (April 25th or April 26th) Discover the magic of color in this hands-on acrylic painting session! Students will explore color mixing through a guided exercise, helping them identify the hues that feel like a resounding "YES" to them. Using a photo reference and a […]

$10.00

Forged in Creativity: The Art of Soldering & Welding (April 26th & 27th)

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Forged in Creativity - The Art of Soldering & Welding (April 26th & 27th) Unlock the hidden potential of metal in this hands-on soldering and welding course, where sparks fly and imagination takes shape! This immersive experience blends craftsmanship with creativity, inviting you to transform found metal objects into stunning works of art. Whether you’re […]

$150

Lunch and Learn – The Realism Effect: Mastering Light & Shadow with Jessica Lewis, May 16th 11:00 – 1:00 or May 17th 10:30 – 12:30

Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States

Lunch and Learn - The Realism Effect: Mastering Light & Shadow with Jessica Lewis (May 16th 11:00 - 1:00 or May 17th 10:30 - 12:30) In this lesson, students will learn how to draw a realistic marble using colored pencils, focusing on light, shadow, and reflections to create a three-dimensional effect. They will explore layering […]

$10.00

Kaylin Warden

Creative Design and Operations Manager

Kaylin Warden serves as the MACC’s Creative Design and Operations Manager. In this post, she oversees the organization’s graphic design work for exhibitions, events and special projects. She also coordinates the MACC’s arts outreach activities and assists with bookkeeping, among other duties. Kaylin, above all, is passionate about the arts. It comes as no surprise, then, that she is now pursuing a master’s degree in art history. When she’s not at the MACC, you can find her reading her favorite books (especially ones dealing with maritime mysteries), cooking, gardening, playing with her cat and two dogs, and cheering for the Nashville Predators.

Ruth Chase

Regional Arts Director
Ruth Chase is the Regional Arts Director of Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, joining the team in 2023. For Ruth, the job is all about community, bringing people together to uplift and educate artists and art lovers alike. Her role at Monthaven is to strengthen the local artist community and build connections that will enrich Hendersonville and our surrounding communities through art exhibitions, art education, and opportunities for regional artists.
 
Prior to joining Monthaven, Ruth worked in the arts for over 30 years and is a multimedia artist and graduate of the San Francisco Art Institute. Her artistic practice is inquiry-based and engages in community bridge-building. She was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Los Angeles, curated and juried exhibitions, and has taught at the Crocker Art Museum.
 
Ruth was awarded an Artist-in-Residence for Artist Activating Communities through a grant from the California Arts Council for three consecutive years. Her film Belonging screened at both the 18th Annual Nevada City Film Festival and Wild & Scenic Film Festival. She has received the Legendary Female Artist of Venice award, and she has exhibited in The Crocker Kingsley, the Museum of Northern California Art, and the Diego Rivera Gallery at the San Francisco Art Institute. Ruth also continues her work as a Curatorial Consultant and Art director for the Californian Indigenous Research Project, where she has worked with the local tribe since 2018.