Although local clothing brand STATE the Label closed its retail shop at the beginning of the pandemic, the turn of events spurred a determined refocus on in-house production. STATE’s recent relocation to the building next door at 625 Barber St. has not only accommodated business growth by increasing the studio’s space by 1,000 square feet, but created a unique opportunity to launch a small art gallery, The Valton. The Valton will debut with an exhibition of works by its namesake, Valton Murray, a self-taught artist from Thomson who creates vibrant depictions of childhood memories, daily activities and rural landscapes. The gallery intends to host a combination of pop-up vendors, special events and traditional art shows of works in a variety of mediums by both local and visiting artists.
WHO: Valton Murray
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 8, 5–7 p.m.
WHERE: The Valton
HOW MUCH: FREE!
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