Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Local Art & Craft Destination in Cortland
Cinch Art Space was established in May 2013 as a dynamic multi-use venue dedicated to fostering community connections through art and craftsmanship. Located in the historic Cortland Corset Building, we provide a platform for regional artists to showcase their work while offering educational classes, event spaces, and a permanent sales floor. Our mission focuses on integrating local art into the economic fabric of Cortland by creating opportunities for exposure and collaboration.The building itself, over 150 years old, has been repurposed to house diverse artistic and wellness enterprises, including photography studios, yoga spaces, and fiber arts workshops. We actively seek partnerships with individuals and organizations that share our vision of building a sustainable arts ecosystem in Cortland. Our team is committed to nurturing lifelong learning and artistic engagement through accessible programming and community-driven initiatives.
Services
Pottery
Jewelry
Woodcraft
Home Decor
Photography
Fine Art
Papercraft
Kids' Crafts
Local Food Items
Fiber Arts
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We promote local art production through community exhibitions and sales opportunities
- Our venue offers hands-on art classes for all skill levels
- We provide collaborative meeting spaces for creative professionals
- We maintain a permanent sales floor for regional artists
- Our location anchors a growing downtown arts corridor
Services
Pottery
Our pottery program provides access to wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques for artists of all skill levels. Community members can create functional or decorative ceramic pieces using professional-grade equipment. The venue regularly showcases finished works from local ceramicists on its sales floor.
Jewelry
Cinch Art Space features handcrafted jewelry from regional artisans using diverse materials and techniques. The venue supports both emerging and established jewelry makers through retail opportunities and collaborative design workshops. All pieces reflect the unique artistic heritage of the Cortland area.
Woodcraft
Local woodworkers display custom furniture, decorative items, and functional pieces in our permanent sales gallery. The space offers periodic woodworking demonstrations and tool access for artisans creating traditional and contemporary woodcrafts using regional materials.
Home Decor
Our curated home decor collection features locally made wall art, textiles, and decorative accents that reflect Cortland's creative spirit. Regional designers collaborate with the venue to present seasonal displays that highlight emerging trends in artisan home furnishings.
Photography
The venue provides exhibition space for local photographers and maintains a rotating gallery of fine art photography. Community members can participate in photography workshops and portfolio review sessions with professional artists working in the Cortland region.
Questions
What types of local art can I find at Cinch Art Space?
We showcase pottery, jewelry, woodcraft, home decor, photography, and fiber arts from regional artists in our permanent sales gallery.
Does Cinch Art Space offer art classes for the public?
Yes, we provide regular workshops in ceramics, jewelry making, and other crafts for all skill levels in our dedicated studio spaces.
How can local artists participate in the venue's programs?
Artists can apply for retail space, teaching opportunities, or studio residencies by contacting us directly through our website or phone number.
Is the venue part of Cortland's arts development initiatives?
We serve as a key anchor in the downtown arts corridor connecting local cultural institutions and supporting the city's creative economy.
What other businesses operate in the Cortland Corset Building?
The historic building houses wellness studios, custom tailoring services, and multiple art enterprises that collaborate with our programming.
