Artists whose tools are pencils, pens, and keyboards rather than brushes and paints rarely have the opportunity to display their literary thoughts unless they have a publishing deal. And even then — where and how to share shorter written works?

Downtown York's The Grotto will provide that space, at least for the duration of the "Simple Pleasures" exhibition on written works.

Follow Cisco Soto’s photography, and you may find two general tracks: his action-oriented sports work and his efforts to document his community of York, Pennsylvania. Catch some of his visual wrestling moves in this Creator Five session.

Jim Mackey uses many avenues to share his creativity, including poetry and oil painting. But perhaps the artist is best known regionally for his fascinating chainsaw wood carvings (some referred to as “totems”) and found art assemblages.

For painter and multimedia artist Ivy Rodgers, time is the frame of reference for her 2023 show, re(new). Each work was created in the six months immediately before the exhibit.

“When regional art lovers think of Mary Moores’ artworks found in galleries and exhibits, they’ll most likely have her pastel works in mind. But visit her social media accounts, and you’ll often see a sketchbook and drawings in her hands, sometimes with works not yet completed, giving the viewer insight into her art and approach.”

Godahavom Gourds artist Reagan Bitler changes our perceptions of the intricacies of working with gourds as an art medium.

“West & Ward” take on music and important issues as they prepare for their upcoming EP release.

Artist Steph Holmes describes much of her work as whimsical, and her interest in ecology is put into use in her art.

Culture On The Line was noted in the 2022 annual report of the Cultural Alliance of York County.

Facebook and social media are not all-or-nothing scenarios. We have choices, and we can choose how we approach them.

Artist Kristin Kest seems to be a master of mediums, from oils, to digital art, to illustration, to her beloved monster pots.

Andrew Smith’s exhibit at York’s Gallery at 227 explores the unique clay monoprint.

Michael Hower takes a look at Pennsylvania structures — long past their prime.

The Guthrie Memorial Library is a cultural hub for the greater Hanover area, and Shanna Hollich uses her creativity to help shape it.

The York Story Slam “Grand Slam” is the culmination of a year’s worth of great storytelling.

Explore the Art York Association’s 2022 Open Juried Exhibition.