You may not realize this, but at Studio 659, we have no paid employees. All operational decisions are made by a council of appointed and elected people, and all open hours are staffed with dedicated volunteers. If not for these volunteers, who selflessly give of their time, our doors would stay closed.

Here’s a little bit about our volunteer of the month, Steve Hauck. Read more…

Dawn Diamantopoulos, a regular artist at Studio 659 and Whiting Arts Council Board member, is currently being featured in an exhibit that was funded though an Individual Artist Program grant from the Indiana Arts Commission. Keep reading to learn more about the exhibit, in Dawn’s words, and details on the opening reception. Congrats, Dawn! Read more…

Studio 659 is now accepting submissions from WOMEN artists of all kinds to participate in our annual PINK! Exhibit. This show is open to only women artists. Although the color pink isn’t necessary, it would be a welcomed addition.

The show runs in conjunction with Whiting’s Third Annual PAINT THE TOWN PINK event, which raises awareness and funds for local Breast Cancer Research and patient resources, through the month of May. Read more…

Some artists seems to have studios which are filled with brilliant pieces of art, always ready to submit when a show is announced. And then there are artists who cater their masterpiece to suit the theme.

Regardless of which type of artist you are, here is a peek at our show themes for the remainder of 2013. Check back often for detailed calls for art. Read more…