Inside of Knoxville

Finding First Friday with Lauren Farkas’ Art Maps

Allison Roberts·March 6, 2026

For Lauren Farkas, her art maps are a fascination. She weaves together drawing, painting and mixed media to create an authoritative guide to Knoxville’s First Friday circuit. Made for the moment, the maps illustrate where to...

Cherry East Gallery Creates a Home for Art in East Knox

Allison Roberts·October 10, 2025

Editor’s Note: The idea of creating space for art outside traditional galleries isn’t new, but it often slips under the radar. Some of the most intimate and memorable shows I’ve experienced have been staged in “found”...

The Prismatic Life & Art of Brandon Woods

Allison Roberts·September 23, 2025

In a world where everything is homogenized and spoon-fed to us, Brandon Woods‘ work is a tonic. Inspired by the science of perception and the intricacy of mathematics in nature, Brandon ventures toward the surreal on...

From East Asia to East Knoxville: Maggie Connolly on Ceramics & Culture

Allison Roberts·August 15, 2025

It’s a rainy August day and steam rises from the road as I glide across the hills to Mighty Mud, the riverfront pottery store and studio on Island Home Avenue. I’m meeting with Maggie Connolly, a...

Through the Lens With Photographer Gary Heatherly

Allison Roberts·August 5, 2025

This city is rich in culture. It’s around every corner, etched in the landscape and radiating from the stately buildings downtown. Knoxville’s artistic talent is not something that goes unnoticed, but there are so many artists....

Finding First Friday with Lauren Farkas’ Art Maps

Cherry East Gallery Creates a Home for Art in East Knox

The Prismatic Life & Art of Brandon Woods

From East Asia to East Knoxville: Maggie Connolly on Ceramics & Culture

Through the Lens With Photographer Gary Heatherly

A First Look at the Future of Muse Knoxville

What’s New & What’s Next Downtown, Part 1: Restaurants & Retail

The Sunsphere Is (FINALLY!) About to Get Lit

The Eight Great: November’s Can’t-Miss Arts & Culture Events

Inside KUB’s 100-Year-Old Water Castle