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Hyde Park Art Center

Turning ordinary people into art patrons

Commissioning works of art is usually thought of as a pastime of the super-rich or art connoisseurs. But a new exhibition in Hyde Park is challenging that notion by cultivating art patrons from the community.

almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell

Cocktail party is a work of art

Clay and conversation fly as Hyde Park plays host to a very creative cocktail party.

over 3 years ago | Viqi French