Inside Look invites you to connect with local artists as they share the stories behind their work, their creative process, and what inspires them to create. Join us at HMA’s satellite location in Valley Hills Mall for engaging talks, live demos, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the art-making journey. Free admission — donations always welcome!

Maggie Flanigan is a North Carolina based artist working with ideas of community, intimacy and immediacy. Her experience in professional schools of crafts, community studios, and university settings have helped to define her interests in teaching in a playful and supportive atmosphere while maintaining and cultivating an artistic community. Maggie holds a BFA in Studio Art from Appalachian State University and an MFA in Photography from Tyler School of Art, Temple University. Being deeply entrenched in education is of utmost importance to her career, staying engaged in the art community both through gallery and museum work as well as teaching brings balance into her personal art practice.

Currently teaching as an Instructor at Caldwell Community College, Maggie Flanigan specializes in teaching art and photography at all levels as well as working with alternative photographic process, printmaking, and mixed media fiber arts. maggieflanigan.com