First Friday receptions

Arts Council of Southeast Missouri

The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri will present "Pushing the Envelope: Alex Paulus and Jake Wells" through June 29. Solo exhibits by both artists will be featured, including three sculptures by Wells that explore the light and a collection of colorful 2D paintings by Paulus.

Reception from 4 to 8 p.m.

32 N. Main St.; 334-9233

The Chapman Gallery

The Chapman Gallery at the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri will highlight Visual Arts Cooperative window exhibitors Sharon Williams and Christy Spence-Moore through June 29.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

32 N. Main St.; 334-9233

West Bank Bistro

The West Bank Bistro will present "Soft Noises," a mix of prints and mixed-media collages by Katherine Miller, a student at Southeast Missouri State University, through July 31.

Reception from 5 to 8 p.m.

340 N. Lorimier St.; 803-1768

Crisp Museum

The Biannual Faculty Exhibition with ceramics, paintings, drawings, sculpture and multimedia works by Southeast Missouri State University's Department of Art faculty members will be on display through June 23.

Reception from 5 to 7 p.m.

518 S. Fountain St.; 651-2663

The Artist Studio

The Artist Studio showcases Lauren Bishop, a student at Southeast Missouri State University, as guest artist with her "Tattooed Shoes." New work on display by Judy Barks-Westrich.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

38A N. Main St.; 651-4464

Black Door Gallery

The Black Door Gallery presents "Life and Landscape," a solo exhibition by Christy Spence-Moore. Spence-Moore's colorful and expressive paintings reflect her life experiences and love of nature.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

124 S. Spanish St.; 225-7734

Cateye Glasses Studio and Gallery

Cateye Glasses Studio and Gallery will display the works of Southeast student Conley Clark. Clark's pieces use fiber, plaster and found objects.

Reception from 5 to 8 p.m.

2117 B Broadway; 573-380-8464

Bilderbach Art Plaza

Artist of the month Larry Braun will showcase his unique landscape photographs in the Front Window Gallery. Live music in the landing by Jacob Seyer.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.; 579-7381

Westray Studio

Photographs by Dr. Joel Ray and drawings by Jeanie Eddleman will be on display.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.; 238-2334

Mosaic Art Studio

Mosaic Art Studio will present Steven Juhlin and his Groovy Gourds for the month of June.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.; 339-9510

The Painted Wren

The Painted Wren welcomes a new jewelry exhibit by local artist Cheryl Constien. Numerous artists including Tara Caldwell, Victor Kantchev, Melinda Hellman and Debe Johnson will also show work. All artworks are for sale.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.; 579-1000

The Gallery of Inspiration

The artist of month at the Gallery of Inspiration is photographer Beverly J. Northcutt. A collection of her work will be located in the gallery's front window display area.

Reception from 5 to 9 p.m.

5 N. Main St.; 332-0050

Edward Bernard Gallery

The Edward Bernard Gallery will show the bas-relief artwork of Helen Harris from Murphy, N.C. Harris' bas-relief work has been described as a cross between a sculpture and a sketch.

Reception from 5 to 8 p.m.

107 West Drive, Suite D; 332-7733