The Perception Project: Interactive Art Exhibit by Emily Holmes

Step into a world where art changes with every glance. The Perception Project is a captivating solo exhibition by artist, educator, and design strategist Emily Holmes, featuring interactive mixed-media works that explore the fascinating ways perception shifts through movement, light, texture, layering, and visual illusion.

Visitors will discover vibrant paintings, stained glass, collage, optical effects, hidden imagery, and hands-on elements that reveal new perspectives depending on where they stand and how they engage with the artwork. Blending influences from art, science, psychology, and design thinking, the exhibit invites guests to slow down, look closer, and experience the unexpected.

Opening Reception: Friday, July 3, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Exhibit Dates: July 4 – August 1, 2026
Location: Dare Arts Vault Gallery
Address: 300 Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Manteo, NC
Cost: Free and open to the public

Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

The opening reception coincides with downtown Manteo’s monthly First Friday celebration, making it a perfect evening to enjoy local art, music, and community.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a curious thinker, or simply looking for a unique cultural experience on the Outer Banks, The Perception Project offers an engaging and thought-provoking journey into how we see and interpret the world around us.