C3 Lab

12/02/2021

Are you on the HUNT for something to do this weekend? Join us in the Gallery for the debut of our latest art exhibition, HUNT {micro cosmic portals} on 12.03.2021.

Featuring 5 multimodal artists: William Stephen Davis, Bradlee Crawford Hicks, Gregory Jamie, Stephen Warwick, and Yang Yu will each share a mixture of trained and intuitively-developed creative languages, media formats including painting, watercolor, graphite, analog collage, video art, pen + ink, music and performative installation.

In addition to the exhibition, we are also a stop on the South End Gallery Crawl, and we are hosting a night of music and food with DJ Joshua Anthony and bewithus productions in our Lounge. Join us for an experiential night of art, music, and food.

10/22/2021

This weeks Member Spotlight is on Hope Thomas, owner and creator of Riverstone Pottery.

From her humble beginnings in a spare bedroom, Hope makes each piece herself, ensuring a unique and special product every time. Her process is inspired by the natural world. Everything from the sky to the ground is represented in the colors she chooses for her glaze.

Professionally trained with a degree in Ceramic Art from UNCC, Hope's business is named after her childhood experiences on the banks of Lake Wylie in South Carolina. In addition to her space at C3, she runs a popular ETSY store where she has gotten rave reviews.

Interested in checking out artists like Hope? C3 Lab is open for tours during the week! Contact us at 980-349-5803 or check out our website.

10/15/2021

The scariest part of starting your own company is the business of business, so to speak. Today's C3 Member spotlight features Neil Boss, whose service Honeyguide works to make that fear disappear.

Honeyguide is all about management for creatives. 95% of small business reportedly fail in the first five years, due to a litany of problems from cash flow troubles to time management and accountability issues. Neil handles all this and more, providing advice and automation to suit any business need, allowing clients to get back to making their business great. With Honeyguide, creatives can rest easy.

Neil also consults on a general basis through Boss Consulting and Management. Schedule a tour with C3 Lab during the week to see where Neil and the creatives he helps work!

If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a limited number of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

10/08/2021

Today's C3 Member Spotlight is all about one of our loudest members. Freddie Rivera has been making African drums for the past 45+ years, producing djembes, slit drums, tongue drums, and the lesser known ashiko drum. He was taught the art of drum making by Mr. Kolowole Balogun, one of the first generation African Drummers in America as well as the lead drummer of the world renowned Chuck Davis Dance Company.

During the year, Freddie works with the Charlotte Ballet Community Engagement program. He has also started teaching students in drums. Catch Baba Freddie at 8:30 AM Saturdays on 'The Voice of the Community' at https://buff.ly/2WSfUUy

10/01/2021

Tonight's the night! Join us from 7-10pm to celebrating the amazing C3Lab Members as they share their artistic expression of this years theme: METAMORPHOSE.
The world-wide pandemic brought significant change in how everyone experiences, navigates and connects with each other. Intersecting together through space and time, the works represent each artist's personal change and growth in response to the world around them.
Drop in for the amazing energy of this crew, or reserve a table at Alchemy in our special culinary experience to enjoy Live music from bewithus and Joshua Anthony.

09/03/2021

Reboot Reception Starts in a couple fo hours! With a deep catalog of work to draw from, David has curated a whole new set of images for this months Gallery Crawl. Check out his Romantic Realism collection during the second gallery reception featuring his "Jersey Diners" series. Come for the Art, Stay for the Food if you're hungry!
Live music in the Alchemy Lounge featuring .bewithus._
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome
TAKEOUT & DELIVERY:
Find us on or - Delivery Link in Bio
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09/03/2021

Join us TONIGHT! to explore more of Romantic Realism collection during the second gallery reception featuring his "Jersey Diners" series. Come for the Art, Stay for the Food if you're hungry!
Live music in the Alchemy Lounge featuring .bewithus._
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome
TAKEOUT & DELIVERY:
Find us on or - Delivery Link in Bio
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09/01/2021

Join us this Friday to explore more of David Palmer's Romantic Realism collection during the second gallery reception featuring his Jersey Diners series. Make reservation for dinner at Alchemy and peruse the gallery before or after your meal.
Live music in the Alchemy Lounge featuring _.bewithus._
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome

08/03/2021

C3Lab will be hosting FREE Open Studios on Friday, August 6th from 7 to 10pm with all the artists of C3Lab. Explore original local artwork and look for amazing vintage finds from several local creatives. Guest artists & vendors for the evening include Del Fuego - Peruvian Hot Sauce and Mama's Gal - Handmade Statement Jewelry. Other activities include hands-on art creations with UpCycleArts Charlotte, plus a scavenger hunt by AlexRox where two people will win FREE Gift Cards to Alchemy restaurant!

08/02/2021

Join us this Friday night for the Gallery Opening of "Allegorical" - The latest exhibit - This special night starts at 7pm (though dinner is available from 5pm on) and will also feature our Open Studios & Artist Market as well as Live music in the Alchemy Lounge featuring _.bewithus._
EXHIBIT DETAILS:
Having enjoyed a misspent youth in the New Jersey, New York and Boston area, David Palmer migrated to Los Angeles in the early 70’s. There he continued his incredibly long childhood by singing for and writing songs with the likes of Steely Dan, Carole King and Steve Tyrell. After twenty five years in the music biz, Mr. Palmer discovered he had a passion for digital photography and digital images. He’s spent the last ten years shooting and retouching and, in general, learning the craft. Over time he has developed a style he calls Romantic Realism.
The writer and artist, Peter Sacks, has called Mr. Palmer’s photographs “intriguing and mysterious in their blends of image, implied narrative, setting and character - there are entire worlds there on that threshold between very clear reality and imagination or fantasy. A kind of photographic equivalent of magical realism, weird and alluring...”
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome

07/05/2021

So much fun hosting the young ladies from Camp Blackmon with this week's theme of WOMEN IN ARTS! A big shout out and thank you to two incredibly talented artists for sharing their knowledge, workspace & time to teach the girls that women can be successful artists. Both and Meredith showed how their applied arts practice has produced amazing creative works! The girls also toured all the artists workspaces and , then viewed public artwork throughout the South End area. Last image shows the girls striking a "Tronie" pose (thanks to the quick sketch inspirations of artist ) for the camera.
If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a couple of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

07/04/2021

Picasso once said, “All children are artists.”
This week's C3 Member Spotlight is on Karen Trigg, another one of our longtime member artists. Both a creator and a teacher, Karen strives to emulate the uninhibited spirit of the art of children. To do this, Karen says that one must trust the process and "Learn to Play again".
To Karen, the uncertainty in her approach to painting is what allows her to continue her journey through a back and forth dialogue with her work. The ultimate experience for her is for a piece to, in her words, "paint itself".
C3 Lab is open for tours throughout the week, where you can visit our space, meet artists like Karen, and perhaps even become a member yourself! Call us at 980-349-5803 for details.

07/01/2021

Join us Friday from 7-10pm night for our second opening of "On Life". Be sure to make a reservation if you're gonna be hungry, and don't forget to check out the live performance from in the Alchemy lounge!
ABOUT GALLERY C3:
Gallery C3 is an alternative art space that hosts exhibits featuring local, regional, national and international artists.
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06/26/2021

Join for their second in-person screening this coming Sunday, Monday & Tuesday here This weeks selection is WEREWOLVES WITHIN, a whodunit with teeth.

06/25/2021

Did you know? There’s an ancient, mathematical system of sacred knowledge that has been lost for thousands of years. The secret is that it’s been hidden in plain sight! Join us June 30th for a special presentation by Alexander Hamilton Dunlop, the best-selling author of Play Your Cards Right: A Sacred Guide to Life On Earth.
REGISTRATION LINK IN BIO
The same 52 card deck used to play Poker and Solitaire, is none other than The Book of Life, the same Book of Life referenced in the Bible. And based on the numbers of our date of birth, we are each dealt 13 Life Cards. These Cards reveal our Soul’s Blueprint for this lifetime.
All religions, colors, ages, gender identities, & galactic friends are welcome.
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06/25/2021

This week's C3 Member Spotlight showcases Glyn Stanley, one of our earliest members and supporters from 2015.
As a photographer, Glyn works with numerous experts in varied artistic fields to, in his words, "Please his clients by candidly capturing their essence." In this, Glyn offers full end-to-end service for fully capturing the majesty of any occasion. When working with clients, Glyn's approach is experience based, listening to the client's story to fully realize the mood and style that would perfectly suit them. He offers services in engagement, bridal, and wedding photography, as well as a host of tips and tricks in his blog. Contact him at 704.996.0771 and let Glyn make you G A S P.
If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a couple of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

06/23/2021

Congrats! We're so glad to see you getting the recognition you all deserve!

“It was never: ‘I’m going to have a gallery,’ the owner said. “It was, ‘How can I serve these artists?’”

06/20/2021

Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out there! The faster life goes, the more important it is to say thank you to those who were there form the beginning...

06/18/2021

Join us Saturday night for a special dinner performance! Grab a reservation on our website, soak in some art in , and catch some lounge vibes courtesy of
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06/13/2021

Thank you to all who attended our First Friday Gallery Crawl and Open Studios. If you missed it, email us at [email protected] to schedule a tour and check out all of the on display in our working studios!
If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a couple of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

06/11/2021

If you missed Gallery Crawl last week, don't worry. You can explore the "On Life" exhibit anytime Alchemy is open!
HOURS:
Brunch: Weekends 10 > 3
Dinner: Wed, Thur & Sun : 5 > 9
Dinner: Fri & Sat : 5 > 10
ABOUT GALLERY C3:
Gallery C3 is an alternative art space that hosts exhibits featuring local, regional, national and international artists.

06/11/2021

We're looking forward to flowing in the dark with everyone tonight! Space is limited so be sure to register in advance if you intent to join us! check out or our website for details!
If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a couple of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

06/08/2021

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our member artists on Friday night at our first Open Studio night in over a year! This community is amazing, and we're eternally grateful for the support Charlotte has shown over the last 6 years!
If you're looking for a truly unique creative community, we still have a couple of offices and studios available for rent. Call us at 980-349-5803 for details!

06/04/2021

Join us from 7pm-10pm TONIGHT for the Opening Reception of "On Life", an exhibit exploring varying interpretations on life drawing and portraiture, each artist presenting a fresh take through their own creative lens.
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome

06/04/2021

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jonathan Rice is a newer member at C3 Lab, but he's been painting and writing for a long time. Don't forget about OPEN STUDIOS, Tonight at 7PM! Swing by to meet Jonathan and the rest of our Amazing Member Artists!

A graduate from UNCC, he founded the Iodine Poetry Journal, which he has edited for 17 years. Including such poets as Rick Campbell, Ron Koertge and Dannye Romine Powell, the Journal was included in the Best American Poetry of 2006.

Jonathan is primarily an acrylic painter, but he also dabbles in mixed media and assemblage. In his own words, "Creating art is a spiritual journey as I seek to connect the physical and nonphysical with the intention of drawing the viewer into a deeper understanding of him or herself in relation to the world and that which is physically beyond the viewer."

06/04/2021

Here's a sneak peak of tonight's Gallery opening! Join us from 7pm-10pm to soak in the Gallery crawl vibes with a bite to eat or a tasty cocktail. You can also catch the alchemy lounge for paired sound stylings! Food, Art & Music = an amazing kickoff to the weekend!
Special thanks to our staff who worked double time this holiday week hanging this amazing show. So much work goes into flipping a Gallery this size in just a couple of days. Thanks you!
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome

05/31/2021

Join us Friday from 7-10pm for the Opening Reception of "On Life" at Gallery C3. - LINK IN BIO
C3Lab OPEN STUDIOS - in addition to the gallery opening, for the first time in over a year, C3Lab member artists will be onsite to share their passion with you as well.
EXHIBIT DETIALS:
To capture the human form as it is… to see things that photographs cannot capture…an endeavor of tenacity, intuition and flow. The age-old tradition of taking a mark-making tool to the paper or canvas to capture a gesture, a moment, a nanosecond of time. This exhibition presents varying interpretations on life drawing and portraiture, each artist presenting a fresh take through their own creative lens.
Enjoy dinner at Alchemy, or drop in the Alchemy Lounge for live music.
Social distancing, space capacity limits, and face masks will be enforced at the gallery reception.

FEATURED ARTISTS:
Felicia van Bork / Dylan Chorneau / Eva Crawford / Miriam Durkin / Marvin Espy / Tony Griffin / Katherine Kesey / Arthur Rogers

05/28/2021

returns to in-person screenings All weekend long right here at . George A. Romero's THE AMUSEMENT PARK runs Friday through Sunday, May 28th to 30th at 8:30 (dusk). The movie will be presented outside and socially distanced.
TICKETS:
Only 25 seats per show, so BUY NOW. Link in our bio.

05/28/2021

Another fully furnished, turnkey office located just off our member lounge is available immediately. Take advantage of this opportunity to join Charlotte's Creative Coworking community along side Artists, makers, non-profits right here in
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
Lockable, furnished private office
24/7 access to shared creative workspace, conference room, phone booth & lounge
Business Center access with mail & package reception, 50 free color print/copies, unlimited high speed scanning
High speed fiber internet and 45,000 sq.ft. WiFi mesh
Discounts at the Alchemy Restaurant & other local businesses
Free coffee and snacks.
Ample Free Parking.
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05/27/2021

This weekend is the last chance to see the "Invisible Thread" exhibit before we change out the exhibit for NEXT FRIDAY's Gallery Opening of "On Life". This upcoming show explores varying interpretations on life drawing and portraiture, with each artist presenting a fresh take through their own creative lens.
We hope to see you then!
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome
ABOUT GALLERY C3:
Gallery C3 is an alternative art space that hosts exhibits featuring local, regional, national and international artists.

05/25/2021

Enjoy the "Invisible Thread" exhibit for just one more week! Featuring textile works from a variety of local artists, this show explores the invisible threads that bind us together in the Charlotte community and beyond. This exhibit is presented by members of the Group and run through this Sunday, May 30th.
UPCOMING EXHIBIT:
"On Life" - Gallery Opening Friday June 4th from 7-10pm
DINNER RESERVATIONS
Link in Bio or - Walk-ins welcome

05/21/2021

Get a break from the monotony of working from home with this 1 person office in our Creative Coworking space. Located just off our member lounge, this office easily allows you to engage with our community of entrepreneurs, artists, makers, and remote workers when you need some inspiration, or shut the door and get some work done.
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
Lockable, furnished private office
24/7 access to shared creative workspace, conference room, phone booth & lounge
Business Center access with mail & package reception, 50 free color print/copies, unlimited high speed scanning
High speed fiber internet and 45,000 sq.ft. WiFi mesh
Discounts at the Alchemy Restaurant & other local businesses
Free coffee and snacks.
Ample Free Parking
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05/06/2021

Catch the 2nd Opening Reception of The Invisible Thread Fiber Exhibit this Friday at 7pm by local artist collective . They'll be selling beautiful small fiber works of art with all proceeds benefitting local arts non profit .CLT. Shop for that unique Mother's Day present while supporting artists and the local economy!!
ABOUT GALLERY C3:
Gallery C3 is an alternative art space that hosts exhibits featuring local, regional, national and international artists.
HOURS:
Brunch: Weekends 10 > 3
Dinner: Wed, Thur & Sun : 5 > 9
Dinner: Fri & Sat : 5 > 11

04/14/2021

In this week’s Member Spotlight, we would like to introduce you to Blake Edwards!
Blake is a videographer who focuses mainly on comedic commercials. His projects range from 30 seconds to 2 minutes consisting of whimsical and playful content.
When asked his purpose behind his creations, Blake stated, "My main objective is to help usher people into experiencing joy. To free others of concern."
Visit our Instagram to see clips of his work! @ C3Lab
We love having you as a member ! Keep up the great work!

04/10/2021

There's a new kiln in town! The new firing area houses three kilns in a secure outdoor kiln room. email [email protected] for inquiries!
Pictured is beautiful artwork by C3Lab member

04/10/2021

We’re hiring FOH & BOH positions! Click the link in our bio for details.
We’re thankful for all of your support through these wild times! As we step into spring, we’re proud to offer this opportunity to join our amazing, creative team.
OPEN POSITIONS:
Servers, Server Assistants, Hosts, Bartenders, Baristas, Line Cooks.
TO APPLY:
* Email: [email protected]
* In Person: Wed & Thur from 4-6pm
* Online: Link in Bio
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04/03/2021

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Ruth Frances Greenberg.
Every week C3 lab would like to take the time to acknowledge one of our hardworking artists! In this week's member spotlight, we would like to introduce you all to Ruth Frances Greenberg.
Ruth's medium in art consists of ceramics and tiles! She only artist in the world who produces the product of Refractory Tile. This tile is able to handle a high amount of thermo shock, therefore being able to be used in fireplaces. Her medium consists of firebox tile, and clay. Her work varies from with detailed mosaics, to simple square tiles with gorgeous glazes.
Pictured are some of her commission pieces as well as some of her fire tile projects as well! You'll also see a pic of her beloved dog and friend, Lucy!
Thank you Ruth for being an awesome member of C3 Lab! And thank you to Ruth's assistant as well!
You can check out more of Ruth's work on her Instagram