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.
Art & Business: An Interview with Bobby Rosenstock
After fifteen years as a full-time artist, Bobby Rosenstock of JustAJar Design Press has learned a thing or two about the art of running an art business. We asked Bobby to talk with us about wearing both hats, dealing with burnout, finding inspiration, and maintaining a healthy balance.
Storybook Mural Adds Color to Community
There’s a new public art installation adding color and vibrancy to the corner of 5th and Washington Streets in Marietta, thanks to the Marietta Main Street Public Art Committee. Designed by local artist Alaina Pellett, the vinyl mural wraps the 6’ tall electrical box with intricate storybook scenes that were hand-illustrated in colored pencil.
Artful Reads: Our Curated Art Magazines
We might be living in a digital age, but the print magazine is far from dead. In fact, there seem to be more indie art publications now than ever before. We’re proud to carry a collection of unique, artful magazines for readers of all ages! Here’s a look at what we stock in the shop.
Shop Hop Pop-Up with Logan Schmitt
Clutch Collective, an art retail shop located in downtown Marietta, is hosting a special pop-up event with West Virginia illustrator Logan Schmitt on Saturday, March 23rd from 12:00 to 4:00 pm as part of Marietta Main Street’s Shop Hop event.
From Clutch MOV to Clutch Collective
Before Clutch Collective, there was Clutch MOV. In fact, this month marks ten years since we first introduced Clutch MOV to the Mid-Ohio Valley with our official soft opening at Thrive Café. What began as a creative way to share local stories grew to become so much more.
Nevada Tribble Honors Local History with Installation
Earlier this month, West Virginia artist Nevada Tribble installed an art piece made from deconstructed baseballs in her hometown of Elkins, WV. The project is part of Woodlands Development & Lending's 'Lost Towns of the Mon' project, a permanent art collection in the newly rehabilitated Tygart Hotel.
A Galentine’s to Remember
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Galentine’s Party with Wit & Whimzy! I don’t know if we’ve ever had so much fun with an event. We loved spending our Galentine’s Day with you and catching up with so many friends.
Celebrate Galentine’s in Downtown Marietta
Wit & Whimzy and Clutch Collective MOV, two boutique shops in downtown Marietta, are hosting their first Galentine’s Event on Tuesday, February 13th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Located at 154 and 152 Front Street, the two shops are partnering with local businesses Sips Coffee Truck and Honey Bun Bakery to sweeten the event.
Clutch Collective Hosts Book Signing with Local Poet Christopher Poindexter
Clutch Collective is hosting a special event with Marietta poet Christopher Poindexter for Marietta Main Street’s First Friday on February 2nd, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Poindexter will have copies of his latest book, English Leather, available for purchase and will be signing copies.
2024 Marietta Ice Festival
We were thrilled to partner with Wit & Whimzy again this year to sponsor an ice sculpture expertly carved by local artist Tyson Whistler as part of Marietta Main Street’s Ice Festival!
2023 Shop Recap
2023 was a wild and wonderful year for Clutch Collective! Here’s a brief recap of the year, with a few fun data points.
Tyson Whistler: The Artist Behind the Ice Festival
While much coordination goes into putting on the Marietta Ice Festival each year, its success centers on the artistic vision and creation of one local artist: Tyson Whistler.
Get Cozy at Simply Kin Market
The creative women behind Sips Coffee Truck and Eva Throws are joining forces to host what’s sure to be the coziest market on December 21st!
2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Gift Ideas from Clutch Collective to help you wrap up your holiday shopping with ease. Plus, we’re open seven days a week now through Christmas Eve with extended shopping hours to make it even easier for you to check off that list!
Clutch Collective & Marietta Makery Celebrate Artists Sunday
Two local shops are joining forces to bring Artists Sunday, a global event, to downtown Marietta this holiday shopping weekend. Clutch Collective and Marietta Makery are hosting a special one-day event on Sunday, November 26th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm to celebrate the work of local and regional artists.
First City Records Opens on Front Street
Marietta’s newest record store is on a mission to be the best record store in Ohio – and they’re off to a great start! Formerly named Monsters Horde, First City Records adopted a new name and look when they moved across town to their new location on Front Street.
Shop Pop-Up with West Virginia Artist Nevada Tribble
Clutch Collective hosted a special event with West Virginia artist Nevada Tribble for Marietta Main Street’s First Friday on October 6. A native of Elkins, WV, Nevada uses her artwork to explore a variety of materials and methods, including fiber arts and paper-making. Many of her pieces were created using her custom-built sewing bicycle.
GoodSpace Mural Celebrates Parkersburg Community
This month, the corner of 8th and Market Streets in Downtown Parkersburg came to life with the installation of a vibrant new mural. Designed by Greta McLain of GoodSpace Murals in collaboration with the Parkersburg community, the colorful collage includes images of local landmarks and people inspired by local residents.
Our Takeaways from Parkersburg Piccalilli
Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of attending and participating in the Parkersburg Piccalilli. Here are our takeaways from this two-day conference for artists and arts organizations!
Post Street Mural Gallery
How you noticed a fresh pop of public art in Marietta? The bump-outs along Post Street are that much brighter now that Marietta Main Street’s Public Art Committee has installed its Mural Gallery installation! Three sculpted frames were designed and fabricated by local artist Todd Morrow, each featuring two works of art by local artists.