First Night Artists
Check out the First Night Akron 2012 Event Guide!
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Akron Film
Akron Art Museum: Auditorium 8-10 p.m.
The producers of the Akron Film+Pixel Festival present short films for all ages in the Akron Art Museum auditorium. Stop in at any point during the program for a cinematic diversion.
Stage sponsored by OMNOVA Solutions Foundation.
This Site Sponsored by: FirstMerit Bank
Artists of Rubber City: The BOX
Summit Artspace: 3rd Floor 6-9 p.m.
Stop by to view Paper or Plastic: A Lowbrow Toy Show, featuring over 30 contemporary artists showing off the latest art phenomenon: vinyl toys and fine art. From tattoo artists to college professors - this fresh talent is sure to impress!
This Site Sponsored by: Kenneth L. Calhoun, Keybank Trust
Cari Miller's Sunthing Special
Summit Artspace: 3rd Floor 6-9 p.m.
Fun, funky, colorful and affordable works of art abound in Cari Miller's studio/gallery. You'll find acrylic paintings, pottery, works with recycled objects, handmade cards and a unique line of "Akron pride" items.
This Site Sponsored by: Kenneth L. Calhoun, Keybank Trust
Carolyn E. Lewis Studio
Summit Artspace: 3rd Floor 6-9 p.m.
Stop by to view beautiful paintings and a live demo by Carolyn. Children are welcome to create works on an easel.
This Site Sponsored by: Kenneth L. Calhoun, Keybank Trust
Connie Bloom's Quilting Arts Studio and Gallery
Summit Artspace: 3rd Floor 6-9 p.m.
Connie’s studio features whimsical and intricate abstract art quilts, landscapes and ecology pieces made from hand dyed and hand painted or recycled cloth. Extensive free motion work rewards close up viewing!
This Site Sponsored by: Kenneth L. Calhoun, Keybank Trust
Kent State Ice Carving Club
Mainstage 9:15-11 p.m.
Mainstage 11-11:25 p.m.
An amazing demonstration of ice carving performed and choreographed to music, followed by an extraordinary speed carving competition to cap off the evening’s festivities.
Fire & Ice
Polar opposites will attract thousands at the Mainstage of First Night Akron when the Kent State Ice Carving Club presents their speed carving competition in contrast to R&RPoi’s Fire Twirling extravaganza. Both ice and fire will be flying in this awe inspiring demonstration of skill and artistry. Two ice carvers will race against the clock to complete their masterpiece within a 25 minute deadline. And two fire twirlers will dazzle the guests of First Night with aerial tosses and twirling feats to boggle the imagination. Don’t miss this exhibition of the elements in their most artistic form.
This Site Sponsored by: City of Akron
The Seelie Players
Around Town 6 p.m.-12 a.m.
The Seelie Players embody grace, fantasy and wonder. Rare and precious, these creatures have traveled far in their quest to connect with us. They bring gifts and love to play!
Sponsored by: METRO Regional Transit Authority
The Terry Klausman Studio and Gallery
Summit Artspace: 3rd Floor 6-9 p.m.
After seven years of being the First Night caricature artist, Terry has retired to his Summit Artspace studio. Come see his studio and gallery and celebrate the New Year surrounded by his magnificent welded steel creations. Add some beauty to your evening with his wonderfully crafted colored pencil drawings based on his steel sculpture.
This Site Sponsored by: Kenneth L. Calhoun Keybank Trust
Under the Sea Water Walk Through Experience with Amy Mothersbaugh Roos/Studio 2091
Main Street 6 p.m.-12 a.m.
You’ll be enchanted by this under the sea water walk through experience that includes the opportunity to make and take an origami fortune teller!
Sponsored by: METRO Regional Transit Authority