.png)
Art in the Atrium is an opportunity for local artists to show and sell their work at Centennial Station Arts Center. The High Point Arts Council provides exhibit space in our gallery atrium for visual artists, and an artist reception during our monthly Art on Tap networking events. No commission is charged, so artists receive the full retail price of their work to reinvest in building and growing their creative practice.
The HPAC program also highlights the importance of providing local and regional artists with equitable access to a professional exhibition venue where they can share their work with the High Point community. By activating the atrium gallery as a visible and welcoming space, Art in the Atrium connects artists to the Arts Council’s network of creatives, supporters, and community partners, fostering meaningful relationships, increasing exposure, and strengthening the regional arts ecosystem.
All exhibits are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding HPAC office holiday closures.
Cortni and Raman Bhardwaj
.png)
Cortni Bhardwaj is a brand designer, creative director, and the owner of Clever Doodle Design, LLC. For nearly two decades she has worked both in-house and as an independent design and branding subject-matter expert, providing graphic design, creative direction, and brand strategy for multinational organizations, NGOs, and nonprofit institutions. Her personal creative work is rooted in the intersection of art and graphic design. She has designed numerous jazz album covers, posters, and book covers, each emphasizing bold graphic forms, intentional color theory, and expressive typography. Her goal is to create visually striking, communicative pieces that resonate intellectually and emotionally with a broad audience. Her influences include the Art Nouveau and Bauhaus movements; the iconic Blue Note Records album covers by designer Reid Miles and photographer Francis Wolff; and the work of Russian Constructivist designer and typographer El Lissitzky. Jazz has played a central role in both her life and her work. While studying graphic design, she supported herself by working late nights at Churchill Grounds Jazz Café in downtown Atlanta, an experience that sparked a lasting love for the genre. She was drawn to jazz’s parallels with visual art and design—its balance of structure and improvisation. Like designers and artists, jazz musicians operate within a framework, yet create something original each time they perform. Beyond client-driven work, her passion projects include poster and promotional artwork for jazz musicians and events, including Freddy Cole, Bernard Linnette, and the JAMbalaya benefit event supporting those impacted by Hurricane Katrina. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Auburn University and a two-year, master’s-level certification in Graphic Design from the Portfolio Center at Miami Ad School.
Raman Bhardwaj is a commercial and fine artist specializing in commissioned artworks, including large-scale murals, canvas paintings, live wedding paintings, vehicle airbrush work, and custom illustrations. He began drawing at the age of six and has dedicated his life to mastering and evolving his craft. Holding both BFA and MA degrees in Fine Art, He built a strong academic foundation before launching his professional career as an illustrator for a leading English newspaper, where he created over 3,500 published illustrations focused on city life. This extensive body of work sharpened his storytelling ability, speed, and visual precision. Born in India, He moved to the United States in 2018 to expand his artistic horizons and explore new opportunities in the art and design field. He is currently based in the Triad area of North Carolina and travels for commissioned projects. His work blends technical excellence with expressive storytelling, transforming spaces and moments into lasting visual experiences.
Paige Cox
Paige Cox is a North Carolina–based fiber artist known for her vibrant textile works and sculptural creations incorporating papier-mâché, found objects, and reclaimed materials. Working across techniques such as tufting, felting, weaving, and upcycled assemblage, Paige creates playful, tactile works that invite curiosity, connection, and joy.
Her practice blends bold color, rich texture, and a whimsical sensibility, transforming everyday materials into imaginative forms that feel both familiar and unexpected. Anchored by an experimental approach, Paige’s work reflects a love of spontaneity and discovery, often resulting in lively sculptures that pulse with movement and personality.
At the heart of her practice is a desire to make art approachable and engaging. Through immersive, thoughtfully crafted works, Paige encourages audiences to experience art intuitively—sparking wonder, conversation, and moments of delight.
2025-2026 Artful Business Cohort
_edited.jpg)
April 15 - June 12, 2026
The High Point Arts Council’s Artful Business Cohort (ABC) was established to support visual and fine artists from historically marginalized communities across the greater High Point area. This exhibition highlights the work of participating artists while reflecting the program’s mission to nurture creativity, strengthen artistic practice, and equip artists with essential business skills for long-term success.
Artful Business Cohort is a collaborative initiative of the High Point Arts Council, made possible through generous support from the City of High Point and Guilford County.
Join us for a Gallery Reception on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Centennial Station Arts Center, and meet the artists behind the work.
Daris Garnes, Debra Riggs, William Conrad Erwin II, Ebonique Day, Denise "Nisi" Lee, Page Gleeson, Sanaa Sharrieff, Kristin Price, Wanda Robinson, Terri Millard and Tammy Plaster.
Alex Figueroa
March 10 - April 10 2026
Alex Figueroa is a mixed-media artist from the Bronx, New York, now based in Greensboro, North Carolina. As the owner of AF. Artistry and executive director of BTMMA – Bend The Mind Metamorphic Academies, he creates work that bridges art, emotion, and community.
Specializing in raw expressionism, Alex blends graffiti, abstract, and fine art to channel unfiltered emotion and truth onto every surface. His artistic mission centers on self-expression as a path to healing and individuality, a theme reflected in his murals, canvas work, and creative initiatives.
Alex has created large-scale, expressive murals across North Carolina, bringing energy and dialogue to both private and public spaces. His work has been featured at the Greensboro History Museum, and he has also exhibited at Art Basel, highlighting his growing presence in the contemporary art scene.
Through his work, Alex continues to inspire others to break barriers, embrace authenticity, and find connection through creative expression.
Rhonda "Rhen" Neal
January 17 - February 23 2026
Rhonda “Rhen” Neal is a multidisciplinary artist and creative entrepreneur based in High Point, North Carolina. She leads Rhen.Ovations Studio, a vibrant creative hub dedicated to intentional design, original artwork, and expressive storytelling. Deeply inspired by African heritage—particularly the symbolism, beauty, and strength of Black hair—her work balances softness with power, moving fluidly between warm, vibrant palettes and striking black-and-white compositions. Rhen’s art honors legacy, intuition, and inner strength, inviting moments of reflection, grounding, and quiet affirmation.
Ana Seabolt
October 8 - November 7, 2025
Life is a beautiful yet grueling journey that leaves its mark on us all. Through figurative painting, Ana Seabolt explores the emotional and physical scars shaped by personal trauma, femininity, grace, and perseverance. This collection draws inspiration from religious artwork, stained glass windows, and comic books, blending reverence with bold visual storytelling. Together, these works invite reflection on resilience, vulnerability, and the strength found in survival.
Yolanda Grier
November 19 2025 - January 16 2026
Yolanda Grier is an abstract painter who lives and works in High Point, North Carolina. A native of Kinston, NC, she developed an early appreciation for nature—particularly long walks and the ocean—as sources of solace and reflection. Her expressive painting style, characterized by vibrant color, is an outpouring of joy rooted in healing and personal transformation after childhood pain.
A self-taught artist, Yolanda has witnessed the restorative power of creativity as a pathway to wholeness. By openly sharing her own journey of surviving trauma, she invites conversation around creative healing and affirms that wholeness exists on the other side.
In addition to her visual art practice, Yolanda is a published author of two books and incorporates the power of words into her creative workshops and classes, believing that art, language, and healing are deeply connected.
