WE LOVE OUR
CREATIVE COMMUNITY
Our origins are in community storytelling and from the start, the mission of Clutch Collective has been to celebrate local culture, creativity, and community in our corner of Appalachia. Here you’ll find more than just updates from our shop - you’ll find stories about public art installations, local artists, creative organizations, and local small businesses that contribute to our creative economy. We are active participants in our local and regional art scene and we love to shine a light on the growing artistic movement we are witnessing in our community.
Weird Flex Yoga
The story of Weird Flex Yoga begins with local artist and photographer Michelle Waters searching for metal yoga classes. “I love listening to metal, and I knew metal yoga classes existed, but I couldn’t find classes that played metal in our area.”
Parkersburg Piccalilli: An Artists’ Takeover
Parkersburg Piccalilli: An Artists’ Takeover is coming to the Parkersburg Art Center (PAC) on September 14 and 15, 2023. Parkersburg Piccalilli is an artists' conference that celebrates the arts while exploring the business of art.
Cutler Station’s “I Wanna Build a New Machine” Available on July 31
Cutler Station fans have been eagerly awaiting the band’s fourth album, “I Want to Build a New Machine” (or IWBANM for short) since it was first announced last year. The highly anticipated album comes out on July 31.
New Mural Brightens Entrance to Point Park
A vibrant new mural now surrounds the entrance to Point Park in Parkersburg, featuring imagery that reflects local flora and fauna.
Live Art Auction on Display this Weekend
Marietta Main Street’s Live Art at the Armory auction will be on display at Marietta Makery throughout the weekend - it’s not too late to place your bids!
Oyo Returns with “Another Round” on June 27
Fans of Oyo will be excited to learn that the band returns with its rowdy and eclectic sound in its sophomore release Another Round, due out June 27.
Stickers for Public Art
The Marietta Main Street Public Art Committee has several stickers inspired by public art projects in downtown Marietta. Learn more about the murals that inspired the six designs we have for sale in the shop!
Clutch Collective Hosts Pop-Up Exhibit Featuring Local Artist Tim Bennett
Clutch Collective hosted a pop-up art exhibit by local artist Tim Bennett during Marietta Main Street’s First Friday event on June 2. “Sound Art” is an exhibit featuring visual art inspired by music and performing artists that includes pieces autographed by the musicians.
Holiday Gift Guide
Here are a few ideas to help you wrap up your holiday shopping with ease!
Together We Create a Colorful Community
If you’ve stopped by the shop this week, you may have noticed fresh color on our walls! We’re excited to share that we’ve commissioned a vibrant new mural by local artist and illustrator, Alix Northrup.
Clutch Collective Hosts Solo-Exhibit Opening Featuring Local Artist Joe Ryckebosch
Clutch Collective announces the opening of its first solo exhibit featuring Marietta artist Joe Ryckebosch. A reception will be held on Thursday, June 2nd from 5:00 to 7:00 pm to celebrate the exhibit’s opening.