Knoxville, October 11, 2025
News Summary
Knoxville’s Cherry East Gallery will host the exhibition ‘Place and Time,’ featuring Tennessee-based artists. The event aims to explore the local culture through themes of folklore and tradition, and opens with a reception on October 11. Curated by Josh Collins, the exhibition showcases the collective’s work and will run until November 15.
Knoxville is set to welcome a new exhibition titled “Place and Time” at the Cherry East Gallery, an art space converted from a home. The exhibition features Tennessee-based artists and aims to explore the intricacies of culture as experienced in Knoxville. Open to visitors by appointment, Cherry East Gallery is located at 2717 Jefferson Ave and can be reached at 865-660-0919 or through direct message.
The public reception for “Place and Time” is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6-9 p.m.. The exhibition will run from Oct. 11 to Nov. 15 and will highlight themes of folklore, mysticism, ancestry, craft, and tradition, all reflective of the local culture. Featured artists include LaKesha Lee, Jaden Lynch, Ranee Taylor, Trisha Ram, and Karley Kainz, who are members of the Brown House Collective—a group dedicated to fostering artistic collaboration and community.
Curated by Josh Collins, Cherry East Gallery presents a unique environment where the artist’s vision is cultivated organically, drawing on the shared interests of the involved artists. Collins has reconfigured his home primarily as an art display space, emphasizing the spiritual connection that art fosters within the community. His previous exhibitions include “Soaring River” in February—a collaboration with his sister, Nashville-based painter Sarah Collins—and “The Joy of Wrong Turns” in June, which featured works by local photographers Kyle Hislip and Wes Roden.
Josh Collins, who has a background in graphic design from Pellissippi State, later pursued photography. He primarily works with a Nikon F3 film camera, focusing on black and white photography using Kodak Tri-X film. Drawing from his experiences curating exhibitions in Waco, Texas, Collins has moved back to Knoxville with the goal of enhancing artistic collaborations in the area. He has curated 12 exhibitions throughout his career and is specifically interested in better utilizing exhibit spaces within Knoxville and uncovering hidden artistic talents in underappreciated communities.
Collins aims to reveal the spiritual nature of art through his exhibitions, while promoting a broader visual language. As “Place and Time” opens, it promises to be a celebration of the local art scene and the rich culture of Knoxville.
Key Exhibition Information
- Exhibition Title: Place and Time
- Location: Cherry East Gallery, 2717 Jefferson Ave, Knoxville
- Opening Reception: Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6-9 p.m.
- Exhibition Dates: Oct. 11 – Nov. 15
- Featured Artists: LaKesha Lee, Jaden Lynch, Ranee Taylor, Trisha Ram, and Karley Kainz
- Curator: Josh Collins
- Contact: 865-660-0919
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the title of the exhibition at Cherry East Gallery?
The title of the exhibition is “Place and Time.”
Where is Cherry East Gallery located?
Cherry East Gallery is located at 2717 Jefferson Ave, Knoxville.
When is the public reception for the exhibition?
The public reception for “Place and Time” is on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6-9 p.m.
How long will the exhibition be open to visitors?
The exhibition will run from Oct. 11 to Nov. 15.
Who are the featured artists in “Place and Time”?
The featured artists include LaKesha Lee, Jaden Lynch, Ranee Taylor, Trisha Ram, and Karley Kainz.
What themes are explored in the exhibition?
The exhibition focuses on themes of folklore, mysticism, ancestry, craft, and tradition.
How can visitors make appointments to view the gallery?
The gallery is open to visitors by appointment, reachable at 865-660-0919 or via direct message.
Chart of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exhibition Title | Place and Time |
| Location | Cherry East Gallery, 2717 Jefferson Ave, Knoxville |
| Opening Reception | Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6-9 p.m. |
| Exhibition Dates | Oct. 11 – Nov. 15 |
| Featured Artists | LaKesha Lee, Jaden Lynch, Ranee Taylor, Trisha Ram, and Karley Kainz |
| Curator | Josh Collins |
| Contact | 865-660-0919 |
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