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This year, the stalls are being operated by the following:
Experimental Art Gallery and Studio is not only a gallery but a working artist space operated by local artists Sara Ashodian and Elise Mankes. Working in various media, Sara and Elise along with invited artists, will offer visitors not only a glimpse at the final product, but at the process and forethought that goes into creating a work of art.
Mamadou returns for his fourth season on Artists Row with his shop, Baobab. Mamadou is a well known ethnomusicologist whose band tours extensively throughout New England. His wife, Susan Dodge, is an artist whose work can be found in the stall. Debra Crosby’s A Quest Actor’s Studio will also be part of his stall offering classes and performances throughout the season.
Founded in 2007, The Salem Arts Association (SAA) is the premier membership organization for artists and art-lovers living and working in Salem. The mission of this artist-led organization is to bring art, in all its forms, to the community and bring the community, in all its diversity, to the arts in Salem. We do this by producing art exhibits, readings, performances, and special events; operating a retail gallery, exhibition and performance space in Salem's Artists Row; and by forging important community partnerships. The Salem Arts Association has been nominated two years in a row for the Salem Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award and was awarded the 2008 Artists of the Year Award from the Salem Cultural Council. See more, learn more, and join at www.salemartsassociation.org.
Theory Art Space is run by Craig Nelson and Ashley Russell. Russell has a line of handbags and messenger bags made from upholstery and draping fabric. Nelson is a self-taught artist who works in ink, watercolor and pencil to create fantastical sketches and paintings based on realism.
Artist stalls are open Thursdays 11AM-7PM, Fridays & Saturdays 10AM to 6PM and Sundays 12-6PM. Some stalls may have additional days and hours.
Also part of Artist Row is The Lobster Shanty, a seasonal restaurant offering authentic New England seafood. The Lobster Shanty is open daily 12PM to 1AM with the kitchen open until 10PM.
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