We’re thrilled to welcome Arnela Mahmutović to the Atelier at Arlene’s. A visual artist living and working in Albany, Arnela brings a rich, multifaceted perspective shaped by her upbringing and her deep engagement with narrative, history, and diasporic experience. Born in Hamburg, Germany to parents from the former Yugoslavia, her work explores the intersections of a traditional Balkan heritage within a Western cultural landscape. At the heart of Arnela’s practice is a visual language rooted...

There’s something truly special happening in the classrooms at Arlene’s. We’ve recently welcomed new students to our workshops, and their feedback has been nothing short of glowing. One student shared, “This was my first class and I was very impressed!” They went on to say, “The relaxed teaching style was really appreciated!! Very knowledgeable!” and “I loved it so much.” These comments reflect the heart of what we strive for—accessible, inspiring instruction that meets students where they...

Fall at Arlene’s marks the beginning of a new creative cycle, and we’re thrilled to introduce the newest members of our Artist in Residence Program : Casey Beal and Althea Pestine-Stevens . They join returning residents Ottavia Huang , Aly Parrott , and Rainier Bernhardt in what promises to be a dynamic and inspiring season. Casey Beal is a textile and fine artist based in Middleburgh, NY. Her work is deeply influenced by the natural rhythms of rural upstate New York—from native plant...