INTERWOVEN: The Threads That Bind (US) Experimental Exhibition

genARTS

An exhibit featuring emerging Santa Clara County artists 
OCT 3 - OCT 30, 2025

Noble workshop and Gallery

genARTS’ 5th Annual Experimental Exhibition In partnership with Local Color, genARTS is proud to present: INTERWOVEN: The Threads That Bind (Us) at Noble Workshop and Gallery.This exhibition explores the threads that bind us—whether visible or invisible, personal or collective. What connects you to others, your community, or the world at large? How do joy, resistance, care, or shared experience become the threads weaving our lives together?Come by and see the art gallery on display from October 3 to October 30 at Noble Workshop and Gallery, 500 S Almaden Blvd, San José, CA, 95110 at the intersection of Almaden &amp; Balach.The gallery is open for viewing Thursday-Friday: 12pm to 6pm and Saturday: 12pm to 4pm. Entry is free &amp; there is paid parking in the lots along South Almaden Blvd Important Event DatesAs part of the exhibition, We’re excited to invite you to connect, learn, and celebrate with us throughout the exhibition for a series of special events!🎨 Opening Reception Join us on Friday, October 3 to meet the artists and celebrate their artwork. Enjoy beats by DJ Valdespín and light refreshments. Event from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM.✨ Artist Talks Join the exhibition artists as they share insights into their work and creative process.Thursday, October 9 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMThursday, October 16 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM🧵 Textile Workshop Led by Alyssarhaye Graciano, this hands-on, creative weaving workshop will take place on Saturday, October 18. From 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM🎉 Closing Reception Celebrate the exhibition with us on Thursday, October 30. Event from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PMWe look forward to seeing you at these events!This event is generously supported by SVCreates and a cultural affairs grant from the City of San Jose.About the annual genARTS Experimental Exhibition:The annual genARTS Experimental Exhibition is a month-long program that provides an exhibition opportunity for emerging and established artists from Santa Clara County, with a focus on San Jose artists. The goal of the project is to create accessible, entry-level opportunities for local artists and arts administrators to participate in a curated gallery exhibit, and to provide opportunities for networking and relationship-building between new/emerging artists and more established arts professionals.genARTS Silicon Valley is a network of over 950 general members and a dedicated volunteer Executive Committee whose mission is to empower creative individuals and emerging arts leaders, supported by a vision to strengthen the creative community in Santa Clara County. Our Experimental Exhibit epitomizes our mission, vision, and pillars of professional development, networking, and accessibility.Be sure to follow us on Instagram (@genartssv) and sign up for our monthly newsletter!

Open Reception

Please join us to Kick off the exhibition with DJ Valdespín for  an evening of art, conversation, and community. Meet the artists, explore their work, and celebrate the start of INTERWOVEN: The Threads That Bind (Us). Drinks and light food will be provided.

Interwoven Exhibition Opening Reception | October 3, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Artist Talks

Join us for the evening as we hear from the participating artists as they share insights into their work and creative process.

  Artist Talks | October 9

Artist Talks | October 16

Textile Workshop

Come join us for a hands-on creative weaving workshop with Alyssarhaye Graciano  at the noble gallery and workshop  from 12:30pm to 2:30pm (PST) on Saturday, October 18.  Explore the basics of weaving using a mix of natural and acrylic fibers to create your own 6x6 tapestry. With a rich assortment of colors and textures, you'll learn how to form organic shapes that express your personal story through fiber art. 

Weaving Workshop with Alyssarhaye

Closing Reception

As our month-long exhibition comes to a close, we invite you to join us for the closing night of INTERWOVEN: The Threads That Bind (Us). Enjoy live music, light refreshments, and an evening of art and community as we celebrate the exhibition’s finale.