A space for art making, exhibitions, workshops and more

 

Have an idea for an art workshop, artist talk, performance, exhibition or other project but need a venue? Contact me with a proposal! Portmanteau is available free of cost for art related activities and community building projects.

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Location & Facilities

First floor of the B-C hallway at Front Street Studios 1001 E. Second St. Dayton Ohio 45402.

The space is two stories but the main project area is on the first floor and is handicapped accessible.

The space has a large basin sink.

 
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Donations

The project space is self-funded by me, Carrie Chema, to encourage and support art initiatives in whatever small way that I can. While it is free to use the space, donations of any size are greatly appreciated and go directly towards the studio operations.

 

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Happening now! “Give me your hand, sister.” recent works by Cat Mailloux is open tonight until 9pm at #frontstreetstudios @maillouxcat
Tonight! “Give me your hand, sister.” Recent works by @maillouxcat opens from 6-9. 1001 E. 2nd St. go through the B-C doors straight to the back. Go around the corner and the gallery is straight ahead. See you tonight!
Opening this Friday, March 6th, from 6-9! An exhibition of works by Columbus-based artist Cat Mailloux. She uses the color red to mediate her personal biography, corporeality, and her relationship to her three sisters. The exhibition brings together
Last opportunity to check out Chance of Being, works by UD’s Alternative Photography students, open RIGHT NOW until 3:00! @frontstreetartist @weilere.designs
This group of young artists puts on a dang show! Chance of Being is excellent. If you missed it last Friday, put it on your schedule for third Sunday! This Sunday from 12-3!
Opening this Friday! Chance of Being, an exhibition of the final projects of UD’s Alternative Photography class.
Opening reception happening now for Feeling Forward, works by @diana_abells and Dan Jian! Stop by and say hello 👋 #frontstreetstudios #firstfriday #portmanteauprojects
Tomorrow! Opening reception for Feeling Forward, works by Diana Abells and Dan Jian, 6-9pm.
Opening November 1: Feeling Forward, works by Diana Abells and Dan Jian Through a process of collage, Columbus based artists Dan Jian and Diana Abells explore shifts in meaning by re-contextualizing the familiar, making new points of connection betw
“O”pen until 6 for the closing of this inaugural exhibition! Thank you to all the wonderful artists and everyone who has come out over the past month. It’s been wonderful!