Drinks with Artists at Rhode Island Foundation
About this Event
Join gallerist and writer Michael Rose on Thursday, July 9 from 5:30-7:30pm for Drinks with Artists at the Rhode Island Foundation at One Union Station in Providence. This special evening celebrates artists Kirstin Lamb, Siena Smith, and Steven Johnson, recipients of the Rhode Island Foundation’s 2026 Robert and Margaret MacColl Johnson Fellowships. Each of these three Rhode Island artists will receive $30,000 grants to support their practices. In addition, finalists Samuel Aguirre, Kannetha Brown, and Joanna Cortez will also be recognized.
The Fellowships are intended to enable artists to concentrate time on the creative process, focus on personal or professional development, expand their body of work and explore new directions.
This event is an exciting opportunity to build creative community, meet these award-winning artists, and learn more about the Rhode Island Foundation’s commitment to investing in local talent and strengthening Rhode Island’s vibrant arts community. Admission is free and open to all however space is limited and reservations are required.
Learn more about the 2026 MacColl Johnson Fellows:
Kirstin Lamb at www.nitsrik.com.
Siena Smith at sienasmith.squarespace.com.
Steven Johnson at www.sajohnsonii.com.
Learn more about the 2026 Finalists:
Samuel Aguirre at www.samindaman.com.
Kannetha Brown at www.kannethabrown.com.
Joanna Cortez at www.joannacortez.com.
The Rhode Island Foundation is the largest and most comprehensive funder of nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island. Through civic leadership, fundraising and grantmaking activities, together with neighbors and partners, the Foundation is helping to create progress that lasts.
Drinks with Artists is a popular series of meet ups geared towards younger and emerging artists in New England. Started by Michael in 2024, the event moves to a new venue every month and welcomes artists and art lovers to gather, connect, and build community.
Michael Rose is a gallerist and writer based in Providence, RI. Since 2014 he has served as the gallery manager at the historic Providence Art Club. He also edits the popular weekly newsletter, New England Art News, sharing free resources for artists throughout the region.
For questions about Drinks with Artists, email Michael Rose at [email protected].
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