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The "Overlap" opening was a wonderful success. Nearly 70 people joined artists Kini Collins, Shannon Cassidy, and Lyndie Vantine for an afternoon of art and conversation on Saturday, April 4. Not only did people come to admire the artists' talent, but they also came to purchase their work. Check out the red dots in these photographs. These artworks have found their way into a collector's heart and home. ❤️

There is more to come during this exhibition, including these events:
📖Book Launch: Cloud Shadows by Kini Collins, Saturday, 4/11, 3 pm
🎼Cover Birds Musical Performance: Saturday, 4/18, 3 - 5 pm
🗓️Closing Reception: Saturday, 4/25, 2 - 5 pm

Overlap ... to cover and extend beyond; to coincide in part with; to have in common with.

Please join us at MAXgallery, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 2 - 5 pm, for the opening of the 3-artist show "Overlap," featuring works by Kini Collins, Lyndie Vantine, and Shannon Cassidy.

Cassidy explores the cumulative weight of trauma and the burdens we carry throughout our lives- those invisible forces we weave into the shadows that trail behind us, granting them a life of their own. Through the use of wood and clay forms accented by intricately woven wire, Cassidy gives physical presence to these intangible experiences, creating vessels that both contain and animate the human spirit.

Collins’s work is inspired by her novel Cloud Shadows. She portrays the mythological beings and the protagonist’s search for home using paper, ink, plaster, lemon juice, and fire. The launch of Cloud Shadows, including a reading and discussion, is planned for Saturday, 4/11 at 3pm in the gallery.

Vantine presents new interpretations on her use of 3D and relief forms as the underlying structure in landscape. Her interest is in what’s visible or invisible in form, and how those aspects influence the conformation of our geography. This work is based on travel in the Southwest and New England over the past few years, as well as regional meanderings in the Mid-Atlantic region.

SAVE THE DATE - APRIL 4, 2026, 2 - 5 pm!

Join us at MAXgallery for the opening of the 3-artist show, "Overlap," featuring artwork by Shannon Cassidy, Kini Collins, and Lyndie Vantine.

Exhibition Duration: April 4 - 25, 2026

Opening Reception: Saturday, 4/4/26, 2 - 5 pm
Cloud Shadows Book Launch, Saturday, 4/11/26, 3 pm
Cover Birds Musical Performance: Saturday, 4/18/26, 3 - 5 pm
Closing Reception: Saturday, 4/25/26, 2 - 5 pm

Details:

Cassidy explores the cumulative weight of trauma and the burdens we carry throughout our lives- those invisible forces we weave into the shadows that trail behind us, granting them a life of their own. Through the use of wood and clay forms accented by intricately woven wire, Cassidy gives physical presence to these intangible experiences, creating vessels that both contain and animate the human spirit. Cassidy is also a member of the acoustic duo Cover Birds with Jen Pruitt, who will be performing at MAXgallery on Saturday, 4/18, 3 - 5 pm.

Collins’s work is inspired by her novel Cloud Shadows. She portrays the mythological beings and the protagonist’s search for home using paper, ink, plaster, lemon juice, and fire. The launch of Cloud Shadows, including a reading and discussion, is planned for Saturday, 4/11 at 3pm in the gallery.

Vantine presents new interpretations of her use on 3D and relief forms as the underlying structure in landscape. Her interest is in what’s visible or invisible in form, and how those aspects influence the conformation of our geography. This work is based on travel in the Southwest and New England over the past few years, as well as regional meanderings in the Mid-Atlantic region.

We've been away for a while, but for good reason. MAXgallery has had a winter transformation — fresh paint on the walls and a new ceiling that completely changes how the light moves through the space. It feels like a blank canvas all over again, and that's exactly the energy we want to bring into our next season of shows. We're looking forward to welcoming both new and familiar artists into this renewed space. Stay tuned!

“UTOPIAN DREAMER,” a solo exhibition by Valerie Aleta Smith, will be on display at MAXgallery from November 2 to November 30, 2025! 🎉

The exhibition examines surrealist dream realms which blur reality and fantasy. Expect illogical scenes, strange juxtapositions, and unexpected transformations which are all drawn from the subconscious imagination. Viewers are challenged to question their reality with a peek into the artist’s dream fantasies. 🔮

Valerie incorporates her vivid dreams and journey as a female artist into colorful artworks that challenge societal norms. Whether on paper, canvas, wood, bottles or Vinyl LP record albums, she is very precise in conveying her messages. She hopes her viewers can interpret their own stories based on what they see through her artwork. 🪻

🗓️ Key Dates
Opening Reception: 11/2, 1 pm - 5 pm
Artist Talk: 11/16, 1 pm - 5 pm
Closing Reception: 11/30, 1 pm - 5 pm

You’re invited to our upcoming group exhibition — Chapters! 🖼️ The opening reception is on 10/4/2025, from 2 - 5 pm, but the gallery is open from 10 am - 6 pm in conjunction with ’ 2025 Open Studio Tour weekend. 🎉

The closing reception will be held on 10/25/2025, from 3 - 5 pm. 🍾

Our open gallery hours are on Fridays and Saturdays from 2 - 5 pm. 🪑

ℹ️: Chapters brings together the work of three artists whose practices span the stages of freedom, experimentation, and the poetic immersion of an artistic life. Judi Tenhunen’s vibrant watercolor and encaustic paintings embody a free spirit whose legacy continues to inspire. Alexander Foley removes stylistic boundaries, creating work that shifts between impressionism, expressionism, and conceptual exploration. David Cunningham transforms everyday objects into anchors of contemplation, offering sustenance and engagement through his multidisciplinary practice. Each artist contributes a chapter to this exhibition, weaving stories of exploration, determination, and meaning.

We're excited to announce that MAXgallery, the home and studio space of Maxine Taylor, is participating in Baltimore's Open Studio Tour weekend, hosted by Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts! We look forward to welcoming guests on Saturday, October 4, to the gallery over the weekend to see artist Maxine Taylor's live-in studio. Stay a while and take in our new group art exhibition, featuring a trio of artists.

Although our "Passages" exhibition is ending, you still have time to visit the gallery to see and purchase Maxine Taylor's beautiful works, spanning 50 years of creativity. Hurry in and get your very own original piece by Saturday, September 20. Generous discounts apply in-person.

Also, while the gallery will be closed on Saturday, September 6, it will be open during the subsequent weekends and by appointment. Hope to see you before the show ends.

We know 2026 may seem far away, but before you know it, the new year will be here. We have booked shows through December and are preparing to release our call for artist exhibitions. Please stay tuned for more information about how you or your friends can exhibit at MAXgallery in Baltimore for 2026. Questions? Send us a message at: https://www.maxinetaylorarts.com/contact/

✨ Exciting news! ✨ We're planning a special exhibition featuring the enchanting artwork from creators Serefina (pictured) & Angel Mesa's and Tigger Too! Tarot decks (Rue & Vervain), beautifully illustrated by Kat L. Amsel ()!

A collector's dream, this magical blend of Hundred Acre Wood wisdom and tarot artistry will include many of Kat's original watercolor and ink paintings 🖌 as well as art prints 🎨.

📅 Date TBA - follow for updates!

🎨 NOW OPEN 🎨
"Passages: A Solo Exhibition" by Maxine Taylor (in red), of Maxine Taylor Arts, is officially underway at MAXgallery! Experience over 40 years of artwork by this talented Baltimore artist, featuring her best-selling rowhouse paintings and beautiful abstracts. LINK IN BIO for artwork!

✨ 100+ paintings spanning 40+ years of artistry
🏠 Best-selling rowhouse paintings & other abstractions
🛍️ All artwork for sale - best offers welcome!
📅 Runs through August 23

Visit us:
📍 126 N Madeira Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
🕐 Fridays & Saturdays, 2-5 PM or by appointment

Don't miss this incredible artistic journey!