The light in the studio shifts with the season. Morning shadows stretch longer across the wood floors, and by afternoon, a soft golden glow seeps through the window, catching on the edges of frames and artwork. This week, that light seemed to pool in the right places—on Elizabet Castro’s vibrant collection. These fleeting moments are what make the space feel alive, where art doesn’t just hang but breathes.

Elizabet’s work has captured the imagination of collectors this week, her pieces drawing them in like magnets. One couple arrived after meeting her at Guadalupe Lanning Robinson’s pottery studio, which is just next door in Railroad Room 1 at Lowe Mill. Guadalupe has been a force in Huntsville’s creative community for years, and her studio feels like a wellspring of inspiration. That energy carried into the gallery, where Elizabet’s layered, storytelling pieces continued to spark conversations and interest. Her ability to weave her life experiences into her art is mesmerizing, and it’s clear that her work has found a powerful connection here.

Josh Macero, Josh & The G.M.O.S. at Verticle House Records. 12/12/24

Thursday night, the creative current flowed in a different way. Vertical House hosted a chili cook-off and concert, with Yellowhammer Brewing stepping up as sponsor and keeping the keg flowing. Josh Macero of Josh & The G.M.O.S. kicked off the night with a raw and poetic punk set that felt like pages ripped from a diary and set on fire. Then Evrythng Is Wrng took the stage, turning that fire into an inferno. With Lowe Mill some of Lowe Mill’s finest making up the band, the performance was a visceral reminder of how much talent is packed into these walls. The combination of good food, great beer, and unforgettable music made the night one to remember—and it all happened just steps from the shop.

As we move closer to the new year, the gallery is taking on a new focus with the upcoming Winter exhibit in January. This isn’t just a showcase of cold landscapes; it’s an exploration of the contrasts that define the season. Big winter waves, serene snowy mountains, and the warm, intimate glow of candlelight—all come together in a collection designed to immerse you in the season’s dualities. Winter will be more than a fine art exhibit; it’s an invitation to experience the interplay of cold and warmth, isolation and comfort.

What’s On the Wall:

Chris Wade’s Falling Through Space continues to captivate visitors. His work explores the tension between movement and stillness, inviting viewers to linger in its quiet yet dynamic moments. This exhibit will be up until the first week of January, so don’t miss the chance to experience it before we shift into the season of Winter.

This week was a collision of stories—art on the walls, conversations in the studio, and music that resonated through the halls of Lowe Mill. Every piece of it felt connected, a reminder of the vibrant and evolving creative community here. If you haven’t been by lately, now’s the time. The season’s changing, and with it, there’s so much more to discover.