August’s First Friday: Mainframe in Motion

Date: Friday, August 1, 2025 5:00 p.m.

Location: Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way , 50309

Event Information

Description

Join us for First Friday at Mainframe Studios on Aug. 1, 2025, from 5 – 8 p.m.! This special evening will feature multiple special exhibitions including a group showcase by Artists of Mainframe Studios exploring various forms of movement in the creative process as well as art that is designed to move. Mainframe in Motion will spotlight the often unseen stages of creation — from early sketches, compositions and color experiments, highlighting both the final product and the process that shapes each piece. Exhibiting artists include: Amenda Tate, Nekia Whitfield, Craig Miller, Adam Van Wyk, Chris Sullivan and Charles Borowicz. Additional galleries will feature installations by special guests Ballet Des Moines and Uplifting Puppet Co; Confessions and Conversations by Linda Lewis paired with an Open Book experience by CultureALL; and Rural Imaginarium, a group showcase by Creston Arts, an organization dedicated to enriching lives of Southwest Iowans. Guests can also enjoy open studios, delicious food and beverages, a shadow puppet show and hands-on activity by Brant Bollman of the Uplifting Puppet Co. and a drop in movement sessions led by Michael Tomlinson, Manager of Artistic Operations at Ballet Des Moines. With expanded overflow parking and a complimentary shuttle service, getting here is a breeze. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind celebration of creativity and community!

Neighborhoods

Downtown

Host Organization

Mainframe Studios

Website

https://www.mainframestudios.org/events#calendar-d2b22f53-09cf-4e8b-a403-1f79feee9017-event-433c9bb6-1c87-4719-8aae-a7733b0b60b1

Facebook Event URL

https://www.facebook.com/share/1F9kr8fDEh/

Pricing Information

$0

Contact

Libby Crimmings
515-207-5197
libby@mainframestudios.org