Summer visual arts events 

May

CENTER OF THE EARTH GALLERY A Sculptor's Life. Featuring works by James Clark. Continues through May 29. CTE Collects. Featuring gallery acquisitions. Continues through May 29. 3204 N. Davidson St. 704-375-5756. www.centeroftheearth.com.

CHRISTA FAUT GALLERY Behind Harold's. Featuring new paintings on paper and canvas by John Borden Evans. Continues through June 19. 19818 N. Cove Road, Cornelius. 704-892-5312. www.christafautgallery.com.

CORNELIUS ARTS CENTER Aspiring Artists Exhibit. Featuring works in various mediums. Continues through June 30. 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. www.corneliusartscenter.org.

DOMA GALLERY Mysticism, Apparitions, Dreams A group exhibition of photography by Andrea Brown, Igor Malijevsky and Raymond Grubb. Continues through Aug. 15. 1310 S. Tryon St. 704-333-3420. www.domaart.com.

ELDER GALLERY Spacious Landscapes. David Skinner's landscape paintings reflect his contemporary vision of the American landscapes. His paintings capture his emotional attachment to the Blue Ridge and California landscapes. Continues through May 29. 1427 South Blvd. 704-370-6337. www.elderart.com.

EVERGREEN STUDIO & GALLERY How We Met. The exhibition features a collection of photographs that celebrate love. Continues through July 1. 143 Brevard Court. www.evergreenstudio1.com.

GALLERY UP LB Squared. Featuring works by Linda Brown and Laura Barnhart. Continues through June 11. 201 E. Main St., Rock Hill. www.galleryup.com.

GREEN RICE GALLERY The Changing of the Seasons. Featuring Holt McLean's oil paintings, which depict the changing seasons of North Carolina. Continues through May 30. 451 E. 36th St. 704-344-0300. www.green-rice.com

HARVEY B. GANTT CENTER FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARTS + CULTURE Evolution: Five Decades of Printmaking by David C. Driskell. This exhibition, organized by the David C. Driskell Center at the University of Maryland, includes more than 75 prints by Driskell, as well as several works on paper and woodblocks used to produce the prints. Continues through June 20. The John & Vivian Hewitt Collection of African-American Art. Featuring works from artists Romare Bearden and Elizabeth Catlett. Continues through Jan. 2, 2011. Spirits and Spaces: The Prints of Michael B. Platt. Continues through Sept. 15. 551 South Tryon St. 704-547-3700. www.ganttcenter.org.

HODGES TAYLOR GALLERY Mark Flowers: Visual Vocabulary. Flowers' current works seek a balance between the sculptural and the illusionary, exploring the use of faces, figures and objects to create a visual poetry. Continues through May 29. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799. www.hodgestaylor.com.

JERALD MELBERG GALLERY Paintings. Featuring abstract paintings by J. Bardin. Continues through July 3. Works on Paper. Featuring works by artist Robert Kushner, who is well known for his richly textured and opulent paintings of flowers. Continues through July 3. From the Storeroom: A Selection of Works by Gallery Artists. Featuring art by Romare Bearden, Wolf Kahn, Robert Motherwell, Dale Chilhuly, Raul Diaz, Rick Horton, Hans Haofmann, Ida Kohlmeyer, Thomas McNickle, Brian Rutenberg, Richard Stenhouse and more. Continues through June 15. 625 S. Sharon Amity Road. 704-365-3000. www.jeraldmelberg.com.

LARK & KEY GALLERY (Southend location) A Chorus From the Brain Forest. New works by Duy Huynh. Continues through May 29. Drawn Together. Pottery exhibit with Julie Wiggins and her mentor, Suze Lindsay. Continues through May 29. 128 E. Park Ave., Ste. B. 704-334-4616. www.larkandkey.com.

MINT MUSEUM RANDOLPH The Art of Affluence: Haute Couture and Luxury Fashions. This exhibition features custom-fitted luxury garments from the top designers of the late-20th and early-21st centuries. Continues through June 30. Chinese Court Robes: The Mint Museum Collection. In 1644, the Manchu-Qing nomads took control over China and imposed dress codes for their ruling imperial family to distinguish these individuals from the general citizenry. A hierarchy of color and decoration distinguished the rank of the wearers. Continues through Dec. 31. The Golden Age of English Art. The 18th century witnessed the "Golden Age of English Art" in which artists explored the variety and abundance of the times. Portraiture ranked high, but no aspect of English life was exempt from the artist's eye, which recorded the triumphs and changes in society. Continues through Dec. 31. The Heights of Fashion: Platform Shoes Then and Now. The exhibition showcases an array of diverse and unique platform shoes from the 1930's through the present. Continues through May 30. The Transformed Self: Performance Masks of Mexico. The works presented in this exhibition come from the primary mask-producing regions of Mexico where dance performances commonly accompany religious rituals and civic events. This includes masks from the states of Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Sonora, Sinaloa, Michoacán, Hidalgo and Guerrero. Continues through Dec. 31. 2730 Randolph Road. 704-337-2009. www.mintmuseum.org.

THE LIGHT FACTORY The 38th Annual Members Show. The exhibition showcases works by members of The Light Factory. This includes works in a variety of mediums and formats. Held in Middleton McMillan Gallery. Continues through Aug. 8. My Family, Our Stories: A Photo-Literacy Project with English as a Second Language Students. An exhibition of student work created by English-as-a-Second-Language students at several area high schools. The exhibition offers a glimpse into the lives of 75 youths, who recently immigrated to Charlotte and the U.S. Held in Wachovia Gallery. Continues through June 27. The Light Factory Third Juried Annuale. The Light Factory asked photographers and artists throughout the country to submit challenging and inventive works for this exhibition. Held in Knight Gallery. Continues through Aug. 15. 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755. www.lightfactory.org.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART Fried by Franco Mondini Ruiz. A site-specific installation comprised of sculpture, painting and food that celebrates issues of history, cultural diversity and contemporary American culture through the use of a fried theme. Continues through Aug. 21. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org.

MINT HILL ARTS Anything Grows! Floral Inspirations. Featuring 2-D and 3-D artwork inspired by trees, flowers, various crops and anything that grows either in the ground or in pots, including weeds. Continues through June 3. 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. 980-226-5532. www.minthillarts.org.

REDSKY GALLERY (DILWORTH LOCATION) Works by Sarah Faulkner and John Geci. Featuring works by Sarah Faulkner and John Geci. Continues through July 7. 1244 East Blvd. 704-377-6400. www.redskygallery.com.

TWENTY-TWO GALLERY The Fine Art of Comics. Featuring art from attending artists of the 2010 Heroes Con. Closing reception in June 4 at 7 p.m. Continues through June 6. 1500 Central Ave. 704-334-0122. www.gallerytwentytwo.com.

June

ELDER GALLERY Mysteries of Life. Giant flowers and unusual still life paintings by North Carolina artist, Stephanie Neely, will adorn the walls of Elder Gallery during the month of June. June 4-29. 1427 South Blvd. 704-370-6337. www.elderart.com.

GALLERY UP 30 Small Works. With a size limit of 20" or less in any direction, this annual juried competition summons artists from across the country. Artist reception is June 24. Continues through Aug. 13. 201 E. Main St., Rock Hill. www.galleryup.com.

GREEN RICE GALLERY New Works by Isaac Payne. The drawings explore themes of relationships to architecture and alienation from nature. Meet the Artist Reception on June 4, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. June 4-27. 451 E. 36th St. 704-344-0300. www.green-rice.com.

HODGES TAYLOR GALLERY Art by Architects. The American Institute of Architects and Hodges Taylor Gallery are co-sponsoring this exhibition of art by architects. In the exhibition Charlotte area architects will showcase works. June 4-July 31. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799. www.hodgestaylor.com.

JULIA'S COFFE Group Exhibition. Featuring works mixed media and abstract acrylics by Emily Dallmeyer, Preston Drum, and John Eft. Reception date Friday, June 11. June 1-June 30. 1133 N. Wendover Road. 704-962-2467.

LARK & KEY GALLERY (SOUTHEND LOCATION) Chromatic. Group exhibit showcasing 12"x12" works from a number of artists with color as the primary theme. June 2-July 31. 128 E. Park Ave., Ste. B. 704-334-4616. www.larkandkey.com.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART Open Studio Saturday. During Open Studio Saturdays artists work in their studios with the doors open. It is an opportunity for the public to meet the artists and learn about their art as well as view the current exhibition. June 12, 11 a.m.; June 26, 11 a.m. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org.

MINT HILL ARTS Mint Hill Arts Annual Spring Judged and Juried Show. Cash and other valuable awards for artwork entered in a variety of categories will be awarded. June 11-July 1. 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. 980-226-5532. www.minthillarts.org.

TWENTY-TWO GALLERY Carnivorous. Featuring work by artist Zachary Sessions. Artist reception on June 12 at 7 p.m. June 9-July 4. 1500 Central Ave. 704-334-0122. www.gallerytwentytwo.com.

JULY

ELDER GALLERY Elder Gallery Discoveries: New Artists 2010. Featuring paintings and sculptures by artists selected to be represented by the gallery. July 2-31. 1427 South Blvd. 704-370-6337. www.elderart.com.

GREEN RICE GALLERY New works by Jay Thompson. This colorful showcase of acrylic paintings reflects Thompson's recent experiences from backpacking across the New Zealand. Reception on July 2, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. July 2-Aug. 1. 451 E. 36th St. 704-344-0300. www.green-rice.com.

JERALD MELBERG GALLERY Lost in Line, Found in Form. Featuring art by Robert Motherwell. July 10-Sept. 11. 625 S. Sharon Amity Road. 704-365-3000. www.jeraldmelberg.com.

JULIA'S COFFEE Works by Jill Chisholm. Featuring abstract acrylics by Jill Chisholm. Reception on Friday, July 9. July 1-31. 1133 N. Wendover Road. 704-962-2467.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART Open Studio Saturday. During Open Studio Saturdays artists work in their studios with the doors open. It is an opportunity for the public to meet the artists and learn about their art as well as view the current exhibition. July 10, 24, 11 a.m. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org.

MINT HILL ARTS Special Members Show. This show will feature 1-3 selected Mint Hill Arts members' artwork. July 9-Aug. 5. 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. 980-226-5532. www.minthillarts.org.

REDSKY GALLERY (DILWORTH LOCATION) Group Ceramics Show. Featuring a combination of sculptural and studio ceramics from Donna Craven, Kim Ellington, Carol Gentithes, Fred Johnston, Matt Kelleher and Emily Reason. Opening reception on July 9, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. July 9-Aug. 31. 1244 East Blvd. 704-377-6400. www.redskygallery.com.

TWENTY-TWO GALLERY Memento Mori. Featuring photography by Andrew Jones and Lorraine Turi. Artist reception on July 10 at 7 p.m. July 7-Aug. 1. 1500 Central Ave. 704-334-0122. www.gallerytwentytwo.com.

August

ELDER GALLERY David Benson: Carolina Influence. Featuring multi-media work that is greatly influenced by Benson's childhood in South Carolina. Aug. 6-31. 1427 South Blvd. 704-370-6337. www.elderart.com.

GREEN RICE GALLERY New Works by Kate Vasseur. Whether using found objects to create jewelry, painting colorful murals to adorn children's rooms or bringing her own perception to paintings of everyday objects, Vasseur presents a perspective to many of the aspects of daily life. Reception on Friday, Aug. 6, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 6-29. 451 E. 36th St. 704-344-0300. www.green-rice.com.

JULIA'S COFFEE Group Exhibition. Habitat for Humanity/Charlotte homeowners and staff art event. Reception on Friday, August 13. Aug. 1-31. 1133 N Wendover Road. 704-962-2467.

LARK & KEY GALLERY (SOUTHEND LOCATION) Figurative works. Featuring art by Duy Huyhn, Susan Hall, Elizabeth D'Angelo and Paula Smith. Aug. 6-Sept. 25. 128 E. Park Ave., Ste. B. 704-334-4616. www.larkandkey.com.

THE LIGHT FACTORY Suspicious Minds. Exhibition focuses on forms of surrealism. Held in Knight Gallery. Aug. 23-Feb. 6. Steve Perille: Unfiltered. This exhibition features the photographs by Steve Perille. Held in Middleton McMillan Gallery. Aug. 16-Jan. 30. 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755. www.lightfactory.org.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART Open Studio Saturday. During Open Studio Saturdays artists work in their studios with the doors open. It is an opportunity for the public to meet the artists and learn about their art as well as view the current exhibition. Aug. 7, 11 a.m. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org.

MINT HILL ARTS Queen City Inspires. Artwork for this show is inspired by the greater Charlotte metropolitan area. Aug. 13-Sept. 2. 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. 980-226-5532. www.minthillarts.org

September

ELDER GALLERY The Russians Return. Exhibition of Russian impressionism. Paintings from several young painters, including landscapes, still-lifes, as well as figurative work. Sept. 3-28. 1427 South Blvd. 704-370-6337. www.elderart.com.

GREEN RICE GALLERY New works by artist Holly Spruck. Spruck's work reflects her love of travel and her experiences throughout Europe, Asia and North America. Reception on Friday, Sept. 3, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 3-26. 451 E. 36th St. 704-344-0300. www.green-rice.com.

JULIA'S COFFEE Works by Scott Partridge. Featuring surrealistic acrylics by Partridge. Reception on Sept., 10, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Sept. 1-30. 1133 N Wendover Road. 704-962-2467.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR VISUAL ART Open Studio Saturday. During Open Studio Saturdays artists work in their studios with the doors open. It is an opportunity for the public to meet the artists and learn about their art as well as view the current exhibition. Sept. 11, 11 a.m. Free. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org.

MINT HILL ARTS Creatures, Real Or Imaginary. This show is dedicated to animals. It features 2-D and 3-D artwork representing creatures from nature. Sept. 10-30. 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. 980-226-5532. www.minthillarts.org.

REDSKY GALLERY (EPICENTRE LOCATION) New exhibitions at RedSky Gallery. Featuring ceramic works by Lambeth Marshall and fiber works by Susan Lee Webb. Opening reception on Sept. 17, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Sept. 17-Oct. 13. 210 E. Trade St., Ste B-134. 704-971-7552.

REDSKY GALLERY (DILWORTH LOCATION) New exhibitions at RedSky Gallery in Dilworth. Featuring paintings by Kevin Harrison and wood works by Joel Hunnicutt. Opening reception on Sept. 10, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Sept. 10-Oct. 6. 1244 East Blvd. 704-377-6400. www.redskygallery.com.

TWENTY-TWO GALLERY Sew What!. A group show featuring fiber arts. Artist reception on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. Sept. 1-26. 1500 Central Ave. 704-334-0122. www.gallerytwentytwo.com.