Welcome to ARTmosphere Community Arts Center (CAC) Est. 2018
We are housed in the historic Walter R. & Eliza Smith Moore House, c.1835, located in the Cleveland area of Clayton. Artmosphere CAC’s purpose is to build relationships within the community using the arts as a bridge. The Arts Center functions specifically to encourage enrichment of the arts of various forms within the community. The Arts Center opened in 2018 in order to provide space to create, participate in, support, learn and view arts through offering workshops, classes, studio space, clay studio, music lessons, event space, an interactive community type garden and a gallery. We are open to the entire community of all ages and skill levels. We have opportunities to book the property for small-scale events and meetings. We have annual free outdoor community events featuring live music and artisan vendors.
A community that includes the arts as an outlet for creativity can help provide individual and community well-being with reduced stress, promotion of positive health behaviors, self–efficacy and development of a shared identity. There are opportunities to create partnerships within the community through bonding, awareness and possible fundraising. Artmosphere CAC is a place to make connections and grow as a person and a community. Register for our art classes, attend our events, shop in our local artisan gallery and more here at ARTmosphere Community Arts Center.
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MAIN BUILDING:
TUES: 1PM-5:30PM
WEDS: 11AM-5:30PM
THURS -SAT: 11AM-5PM
CLOSED SUNDAYS & MONDAYS
CLAY STUDIO:
TUES. - FRI. -1PM-6PM
SAT. - 1PM-4PM
SUN.- 12PM-3PM
CLOSED MONDAYS
*Alternative Hours may be offered for classes/workshops and special events.
“I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way - things I had no words for”
Artmosphere CAC builds connections within the community and intends to bridge people, ideas and nature together using the arts.
My Story
I am Mandy McNulty, owner of Artmosphere Community Arts Center. I am so excited to have made my dream of creating a Community Arts Center into a reality. There are many titles describing myself - mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, artist, volunteer…… however, within each of those titles lies a common thread of a desire to make a quality connection. I believe that creating this Arts Center and all the many ripples that have and will come from it communicates myself- a real hope of reaching and bridging gaps between people, communities, ideas, and nature. I feel I have been working up to this my whole life.
I studied Visual Arts and graduated with a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in Virginia. I love to create varieties of art using several mediums such as chalk pastels, oil paintings and more.
I grew up in Virginia where much of my family lives currently. I am married to an amazing man and have the gift of 4 children in which I am enormously proud. I have 3 dogs, 3 cats and 1 lizard. I currently live 1.5 miles from the Arts Center in the Cleveland Community of Johnston County, NC since 2013.
I love to experience life through family, friendships, travel, culture and arts. I enjoy volunteering in between all the other parts of my life.
The anticipation of how Artmosphere Community Arts Center may intertwine within the community is enthralling to me. To say the least, I have major plans and visualize many positive effects stemming from this Arts Center. I hope to see you there sometime :) .
About Historic Walter R. And Eliza Smith Moore House, c. 1835
The house is on the National Registry for Historic Places for it's Federal style architecture and elaborate craftsman trim-work adorning the exterior. The interior maintains some of the original molding and mantel trim as well as most of the original floors. There are 5 out buildings. One is an original building used originally as a meat house. Another out building was once a past general store and was moved at some point from across Raleigh Rd to its current location. The Moore Family were farmers and owned an estimated 1,000 acres surrounding the property. The land has been divided and sold through the past century . The house has changed ownership 10 times and was renovated in 1989. The house and it’s remaining 6.75 acres on which it sits, warrant a visit to experience a little historic culture as well as to enjoy what the Arts Center has to offer.
To learn more about the historic home click here: https://files.nc.gov/ncdcr/nr/JT0242.pdf
“Creativity takes courage”
What is Artmosphere Community Arts Center?
We are a small community arts center privately owned. We offer art classes, gallery, gardens, event space, music lessons and more. Our mission is to build relationships within the community using the arts as a bridge.
What classes do you offer?
Artmosphere CAC offers a variety of art lessons, workshops for all ages plus we are a gallery and event venue and meeting space.
What should I bring to class?
Most materials will be part of the class registration fee unless specified and will be available for use when you arrive. Classes requiring other materials will be specified on individual class descriptions.
What should I wear to class?
Come outfitted to be comfortable and in some cases to get little messy:)
How long is each class?
Class lengths will vary in time frames ranging anywhere from 45 min to 3 hours and on occasion some workshops may be longer.
What fees do I need to pay?
You can pay the listed class fee upon registration online or in person or by phone. Some classes will have an additional materials cost listed on the description and usually can be paid on the day of class.
What are the benefits of Artmosphere CAC?
Participating in art can help provide individual and community well being with reduced stress, promotion of positive health behaviors, self – efficacy and the development of a shared identity. There are opportunities to create partnerships within the community.
How do I book a class?
It is suggested to register online on this website however you can register in person or by phone.
Where are you located?
We are located in the Cleveland Community of Clayton in Johnston County at the Historic Walter R. & Eliza Smith Moore House c.1835. The physical address is 3919 Raleigh Rd. Clayton, NC 27520.
Where can I park?
There is an off street parking lot in the front of the house.
How far in advance can I book a class?
You can book as soon as it is listed on the website.
Will there be art for sale?
Yes, we have a gallery with many unique one of a kind pieces of art by various local NC artists offered for sale.
Can I visit the gardens?
Yes, anytime during regular business hours. See Home Page for hours.
I am an artist, can I exhibit in your gallery?
Yes, please contact us to discuss the possibilities to exhibit and sell your work. Please include a digital portfolio of you work.
Can I take pictures?
Yes, but please never reproduce an artist’s original work. For professional photographers, there is an opportunity to block out times for photo sessions. Please contact us for rates and let us know your interests.
Can I have an event here?
Yes, we do host events. We can accommodate events such as birthdays, special occasions, meetings, showers, anniversaries, receptions and weddings. Please contact us to discuss your interests and our accommodations.
