Artspace 304 is thrilled to announce our new exhibition: Sense of Scale by John O’Connell! Sense of Scale is on view at Artspace 304 from October 6 – November 10. We invite you to join us for the opening reception Friday, October 6 from 5-7pm, including an artist talk! This exhibition explores landscape photography through the theme of scale with subjects ranging from miniature insects and plants to the vast expanses of the cosmos. O'Connell's work portrays time through camera exposures ranging from motion-freezing fast shutter speeds to prolonged six-month exposure times. Come enjoy the whimsical, wild, and wonderful within O'Connell's expansive exhibition! 

John O’Connell, is a photographer specializing in outdoor landscape and nature photography, as well as an ecologist. Originally from Miami, Florida, O'Connell has resided in Southern Illinois for the past 8 years. Inspired by the patterns, light and motion of nature, John aims to show the beauty in the world around us. For more information about John and his work, join us for his reception and artist talk on October 6 from 5-7pm! We hope to see you there! 

Applications for the SI Arts Pollinator Project Grant are closing soon! The Southern Illinois Arts Pollinator Project seeks emerging or resurfacing craft artists, seeking to expand their production and practice with the intention to sell work. Grants are targeted to meet the needs of budding artists through the provision of $5,000 for equipment or materials for mass production of saleable artwork, access to sales through retail outlets, including Artspace 304, and a paired mentorship for assistance in marketing their work.

If you're an artist or craftsperson interested in selling your work, this grant may be right for you! Applications are only open to artists in the Southern Illinois area, and close on Friday, October 6 at 11:59pm. If you have questions or need clarification, please reach out to the Artspace 304 team!