Spectrum 2026: Wonderland, Opening Reception with Katharine Earnhardt

The theme of the 2026 exhibition is WONDERLAND and the juror Katharine Earnhardt founder of Mason Lane, reviewed original works inspired by the imaginary and fantastical.
Spectrum is a juried exhibition of original, contemporary artwork by local and regional artists, and invites submissions in all media and all sizes. All entries must have been created within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the Carriage Barn.
Wonderland is open May 16-June 19. Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10am-3pm, Sundays 1-5pm.

Meet the Juror
With 20+ years of experience, Katharine Earnhardt has an in-depth knowledge of art, business, and entrepreneurship, along with an aptitude for sharing it in ways that are relevant to individual interests. She has worked at the Museum of Modern Art, and Christie’s Inc, conducting extensive research on art value and investment while building key relationships within the industry. Such experience, alongside founding Mason Lane in 2014, has fueled her ability to support countless individuals and groups across areas of finance, law, technology, design, and in and navigating the art market and developing taste. Institutions such as Parsons School of Design, Royal Bank of Canada, Business of Home, High Point Market, and the NY Design Center have also engaged Katharine to educate their audience on topics ranging from art as a tool for professional growth, noteworthy emerging artists, and business development within the home industry. Katharine has a dual degree in Art History and Economics from Williams College and a Master's in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Known for her transparency and personalized, engaging approach, Katharine instills trust and confidence in her clients, audience and industry colleagues.
ABOUT THE SPECTRUM EXHIBITION
Spectrum is one of the Carriage Barn Arts Center's major annual, juried exhibitions. Established in 1990, the exhibition highlights newer work by both member and non-member artists that relates to a specific theme. The Carriage Barn invites a juror (or jurors) to contribute their objective expertise by reviewing all the submissions and selecting between 80-100 works in a variety of mediums to be included. Wonderland marks the 37th annual presentation of the Spectrum exhibition at the Carriage Barn Arts Center.
Recent themes and exhibition jurors:
2024 Visual Rhythms (Sam Wilson, Klaus von Nichtssagend Gallery)
2023 Passages (Heather Gaudio/Rachel Placios)