Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art

05/26/2026

You can help us bring even more young artists to camps this year, here’s how: We currently have 5 students whose parents reached out about the scholarships after our the free spots were full. The tuition for a week of summer camp is $200, so every donation helps! Visit our website to help us inspire these students - https://www.ghia.org/sponsor-a-summer-camper

05/26/2026

Please join us on June 5 from 5–7 PM for the opening reception of Loudest in the Room by Brian McGrath. Light refreshments will be provided, along with music by Cuthbert Rubio.

“This body of work is an accumulation of material research, identity exploration, grief management, and memory markers from the last five years.” — Brian McGrath

In addition, Sindhu Pillai will be exhibiting Ripples of Monsoon in the Creel-Harison Gallery. Her work explores the emotions and experiences of leaving her home in India, as well as her deep connection to nature.

We look forward to sharing the impressive work of these two talented artists with you!

05/21/2026

ARTISTS: We have two open calls for artists with deadlines coming up in June, check them out

Echoes of Service, deadline June 15: Our second year of a program joining veterans and local artists to tell their impactful stories. In partnership with the Augusta VA. (image one, participants of the 2025 program)

A Sense of Place, deadline June 30: Our 44th Annual National Juried Art Competition, featuring contemporary art from across the country in the Main Gallery at GHIA. Cash Prizes for winners. (image 2, installation view of work in a previous A Sense of Place exhibition)

Info for both calls can be found at the link in the comments. Watch out for those deadlines!

05/20/2026

We are so pleased to announce that through generous donations, we have been able to fully fund 12 summer art camp & club sessions for creative kids! The staff, board, and instructors at GHIA are all grateful to everyone who has given to the scholarship fund, as well as those who support us throughout the year with your memberships & donations. Thank you all so much.

Summer art camps and clubs start each week of June and spots are becoming very limited! Browse our summer camp offerings online https://www.ghia.org/class-calendar-registration?category=Youth%20Classes

05/19/2026

We had a great time last week at the Community Foundation for the CSRA's annual Nonprofit Summit. Lots of inspiration and info to take away for the rest of our year!

The Community Foundation for the CSRA hosted its third annual Nonprofit Summit Thursday, bringing together representatives from about 100 local nonprofit organizations.

The event focused on leadership development, collaboration, financial training and networking opportunities for nonprofits across the region.

👉Click to read the full story: https://theaugustapress.com/community-foundation-of-the-csra-hosts-annual-conference-for-local-nonprofits/

05/19/2026

Whether you're looking to create a stunning pattern or a beautiful landscape, we've got you covered with the classes coming up this weekend!

Friday Night Clay: Sgraffito Wall Hanging
May 22 6-8pm

https://www.ghia.org/class-calendar-registration/friday-night-clay-berrybowl-spring26-4m9t2-7lcsx

Mastering the Elements: Comprehensive Watercolor Workshop
May 23 10am-1pm

https://www.ghia.org/class-calendar-registration/watercolor-comprehensive-spring26

05/18/2026

Is your child ready to level up their art game this summer? 

If they have already found a favorite way to create and are ready to dive deep, our Summer Art Clubs are built just for them. No basic crafts here, we’re talking real skills, real studios, and real growth for ages 11–13 and 14–16.

Choose their vibe at:
https://www.ghia.org/class-calendar-registration?category=Summer%20Art%20Clubs

  📸 Capture Crew (Photography)

🎨 Color Drop (Painting)

✏️ Mark Makers (Drawing)

✂️ Material Mashup (Mixed Media)

This isn't your average art class. They’ll be paired with a professional artist mentor who will help them find their unique style and amplify their creative voice.

Plus, they’re getting the full artist experience. They won't just be making art; they'll learn how to professionally document their work, master the art of the critique, and prep their pieces for the spotlight. It all leads up to a Summer Finale Exhibition where they’ll show off your absolute best work to friends and family! 🖼️✨

Spaces are super limited to keep group sizes small and mentor time high, so get your artist registered today!

05/15/2026

We have a free reception coming up if you'd want to get some of those benefits mentioned in the article below. Join us June 5 5-7pm for Gallery Reception: loudest in the room

And our class calendar will have new summer offerings soon! Take a look at ghia.org/classes

When it comes to slowing down our biological aging, engaging with arts and culture is as beneficial as physical activity, a new study suggests. https://cnn.it/4udzpBB

05/13/2026

Summer art camps start in June and there are just a few spots left for ages 5-10! Thank you Mr. Tees!! Screenprinting & Design for bringing our customizable tees to life once again for our creative campers, it’s one of our favorite new traditions. We’re also hosting a special reception at the end of each camp session for the families to see their young artist’s work featured in a gallery setting!

Check out our summer camp catalog online here: https://www.ghia.org/class-calendar-registration?category=Youth%20Classes