What’s happening
at the ArtCentre of Plano
Explore exhibitions on view, plus artist talks, opening receptions, community events, and more throughout the year.
Use our calendar to plan your next visit. You’ll find exhibitions, receptions, artist talks, and ArtCentre programs in one place—each with dates, times, and details. New listings are added regularly.
Texas Sculpts V
Texas Sculpts V marks the fifth year of this signature exhibition celebrating the breadth and creativity of sculpture being made across Texas.
Texas Sculpts V Lunch & Learn
Join us for our popular Lunch and Learn series, a casual midday conversations where you’ll hear directly from the artists about their work, their materials, and what inspires them to create.
You’re welcome to bring your lunch—or not. Whether you come with a sandwich or just your curiosity, all are invited to spend the lunch hour surrounded by art and conversation.
The event is free and open to the public. A $10 donation to the ArtCentre, in support of Texas Sculpts V, is always appreciated.
Participating artists: Elyssa Joy Austerklein, Maureen Cole, Dale DuBord, Lisa Hamilton, and Phil Samson.
Texas Sculpts V Evening Artist Panel
Join us for art, conversation, and a closer look at Texas Sculpts V. Our Friday evening artist panels will feature participating sculptors as they discuss their work, materials, creative process, and the ideas behind the pieces on view.
These informal conversations offer visitors a chance to hear directly from artists, ask questions, and experience the exhibition from a more personal perspective. Whether you are an artist, collector, student, or simply curious about sculpture, the panels are designed to be welcoming, engaging, and accessible.
Participating artists: Cindy Avroch, Taylor Campbell, Lisa Hamilton, and Phil Samson.
Texas Sculpts V Evening Artist Panel
Join us for art, conversation, and a closer look at Texas Sculpts V. Our Friday evening artist panels will feature participating sculptors as they discuss their work, materials, creative process, and the ideas behind the pieces on view.
These informal conversations offer visitors a chance to hear directly from artists, ask questions, and experience the exhibition from a more personal perspective. Whether you are an artist, collector, student, or simply curious about sculpture, the panels are designed to be welcoming, engaging, and accessible.
Participating artists: Cindy Avroch, Virginia Marsh, Capri Woss, and Juror Jeanne Chvosta.
Interlaced Pathways
A solo exhibition by Christine K. Miller
Reflecting 50 years at the loom, this exhibition features 2D and 3D woven wire sculptures. It explores the beautiful, profound parallel between reshaping rigid metal and rewiring neural pathways to overcome chronic pain.
Interlaced Pathways Opening Reception
Join us at the ArtCentre of Plano for an opening reception with fiber artist artist Christine K. Miller on Friday, September 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Reflecting 50 years at the loom, this exhibition features 2D and 3D woven wire sculptures. It explores the beautiful, profound parallel between reshaping rigid metal and rewiring neural pathways to overcome chronic pain.
Save the Date: For the Love of Art 2026
Join the ArtCentre of Plano for For the Love of Art, our season-opening celebration of creativity, community, and culture.
This annual event brings together artists, patrons, civic leaders, and community members to celebrate the role the arts play in shaping Plano’s vibrant identity. Guests will enjoy an evening honoring creativity, connection, and the people and programs that help make the arts accessible across our community.
Details of the evening coming soon!
For the Love of Art and Cars
Our Annual Supercar Street Party!
Join the ArtCentre of Plano for For the Love of Art and Cars, a special event presented as part of the ArtCentre’s For the Love of Art season-opening celebration.
This popular gathering brings together fine art and the ultimate in supercars for a unique community experience celebrating creativity, design, craftsmanship, and culture.
For the Love of Art and Cars is a free, family-fun event.
Event detail coming soon.
Texas Sculpts V Opening Reception
You are invited to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Texas Sculpts. This year's juried exhibition promises to be bigger and better than ever featuring 24 brilliant sculptors from throughout Texas - all acclaimed artists in their field. Help us welcome the artists. View the exhibition.
Jen Seibert - Artist Workshop
Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join painter and professor Jen Seibert for a hands-on oil painting workshop inspired by the changing light of the sky.
Using just Payne's gray, titanium white, and linseed oil, you'll create a stunning ombré painting while learning the same foundational technique behind her large-scale work in What I Paused For, What We Almost Missed.
No experience necessary — just wear paint-friendly clothes and come ready to slow down and see what emerges. Participation in the workshop is limited to the first 15 registrants at $25 person including all supplies.
Others are welcome to attend and observe.
Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join painter and professor Jen Seibert for a hands-on oil painting workshop inspired by the changing light of the sky.
Using just Payne's gray, titanium white, and linseed oil, you'll create a stunning ombré painting while learning the same foundational technique behind her large-scale work in What I Paused For, What We Almost Missed.
No experience necessary — just wear paint-friendly clothes and come ready to slow down and see what emerges. Participation in the workshop is limited to the first 15 registrants at $25 person including all supplies. Others are welcome to attend and observe.
Opening Reception and Talk - Jen Seibert
Join us at the ArtCentre of Plano for an opening reception with Texas-based visual artist Jen Seibert on Sunday, May 24, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
With exhibitions and artist residencies spanning the U.S. and Europe—and a deep background in teaching, research, and studio practice—Seibert brings a thoughtful, contemporary perspective to her work.
Come meet the artist, experience the exhibition in person, and celebrate the opening with our community.
Jen Seibert
Jen Seibert is a Texas-based visual artist whose work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, with showings and residencies spanning New York, Paris, Italy, and beyond.
With a background as a tenured professor and a current teaching practice in Plano, Seibert brings a research-driven approach that bridges studio work, community connection, and the realities of creating in a digitally driven world.
Judy Drotman Mother’s Day Celebration
Celebrate Mother’s Day in a meaningful way at the Judy Drotman Mother’s Day Celebration, one of the ArtCentre of Plano’s two annual fundraising events. This special afternoon honors Judy’s legacy, brings the community together, and helps support the ArtCentre’s mission and programs.
Awards Ceremony: Plano ISD AP Studio Art Senior Exhibition
Join us for the Awards Ceremony for the Plano ISD AP Studio Art Senior Exhibition, where students will be recognized for artistic excellence across a range of media.
The event celebrates the talent, hard work, and creative growth of these graduating seniors as their accomplishments are honored in this special exhibition program.
The evening begins at 5:00 with remarks at 5:45
Plano Arts District Odyssey
At the conclusion of Plano Arts Week, Collaborative Arts of Plano’s visual arts members will present an exciting, immersive arts experience in the Downtown Plano Arts District.
North Texas Gives to the Arts
Support the ArtCentre of Plano during North Texas Gives to the Arts.
From April 16–30, 2026, the ArtCentre of Plano is proud to participate in North Texas Gives to the Arts, presented by Communities Foundation of Texas. Your gift helps support our work and strengthens the arts in North Texas.
State of the Arts 2026: Art Inspires. Business Thrives.
State of the Arts brings together leaders from the arts, business, and civic sectors to explore how creativity helps shape a stronger, more connected Plano.
State of the Arts is a free event, open to the public. Your RSVP is requested.
Plano ISD AP Studio Art Senior Exhibition
The Plano ISD AP Studio Art Senior Exhibition showcases the culminating work of graduating seniors in AP Art and Design. Developed over the course of a year through inquiry, experimentation, and revision, the exhibition highlights each student’s unique artistic voice while celebrating the strength, creativity, and dedication of Plano ISD’s young artists.
The community is invited to view the exhibition and explore the thoughtful, expressive work of these emerging artists.
Artist Reception
Join The ArtCentre of Plano in the Main Lobby for a free artist reception celebrating the paintings of Kavita Patil-Doddamane at Texas Health Resources in Plano. The public is invited to attend and enjoy this special presentation of the artist’s work.
Kavita Patil-Doddamane
The ArtCentre of Plano is proud to present a free exhibition of paintings by Kavita Patil-Doddamane at Texas Health Resources in Plano. The public is invited to visit the hospital and enjoy this special presentation of her work.
Rescheduled: Artist Talk - Emmanuel Gillespie
Due to the potential for severe weather and out of an abundance of caution, this evening’s artist talk with Emmanuel Gillespie has been rescheduled for Friday, March 13, 6:30-7:30, at the ArtCentre.
Join us at the ArtCentre of Plano for an evening conversation with Dallas artist Emmanuel Gillespie, whose solo exhibition Joy is now on view.
Presented in partnership with Pencil on Paper Gallery (Dallas), this artist talk offers a chance to hear directly from Emmanuel about the ideas, process, and inspiration behind the work—and to experience the exhibition in a deeper, more personal way.
The discussion will be hosted by Suzy Jones, Executive Director of the ArtCentre of Plano, and Dr. Valerie Gillespie, Director of Pencil on Paper Gallery.
Free and open to the public (a $10 donation to the ArtCentre is always appreciated).
Opening Reception - Emmanuel Gillespie
Join us for the opening reception and celebrate new work by Dallas artist Emmanuel Gillespie. This event is free and open to the public—come meet the artist, enjoy the exhibition, and bring a friend.
Joy - Paintings by Emmanuel Gillespie
Emmanuel Gillespie, a visual artist with experience spanning painting and sculpture was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. With a rich educational background in scholarship and a profound focus on the Black experience in history, Gillespie’s work transcends mere artistic expression.
Call for Artists: Texas Sculpts V
Application deadline extended to Friday, February 27. Texas Sculpts V is the ArtCentre of Plano’s annual juried sculpture exhibition, built to showcase work being made across Texas and give sculptors a high-visibility setting where work can be experienced in person all summer. Apply via CaFÉ
More events and exhibitions are on the way.
Check back soon—we’re always adding new opportunities to experience art, meet artists, and connect with the community.