Dallas, October 3, 2025
News Summary
Tessa Granowski has launched a Texas-centric gallery and unveiled the exhibition ‘3 Women’ at Ephemeral Space. Featuring works by three female artists, the exhibition explores stages of womanhood through various media. Related events, including a film screening and a closing performance, are scheduled to engage the audience further.
Dallas.
Tessa Granowski has launched a Texas-centric gallery and adapted its programming after a zoning setback, culminating in the unveiling of the exhibition “3 Women” at Ephemeral Space on September 27. The exhibition presents work by three female artists across different media that collectively explore stages of womanhood. The show is open to the public with scheduled related events, including a film screening and a closing performance.
Key facts
Tessa Granowski launched Texas-centric gallery Nature of Things during the Dallas Art Fair in April. A zoning issue prevented the opening of her Sale Street gallery; she had to pause plans. Granowski pivoted to utilize various spaces for her exhibitions, including the former Safe Room at the Texas Theatre in July and Ephemeral Space on Haskell Avenue. The exhibition “3 Women” was unveiled on September 27 at Ephemeral Space.
The exhibition features artworks by three female artists: Gretta Johnson, known for her dreamy paintings; Gail Blank, who creates mythologically influenced ceramics; and Helen Burkhart Mayfield, whose works include nightmarish drawings. Each artist’s work is presented to represent different stages of womanhood — the maiden, the mother and the crone — and the curator sought a thematic through-line despite differences in medium. The exhibition title “3 Women” is inspired by Robert Altman’s film of the same name.
Programs and schedule
Granowski said adapting to new spaces has been a good challenge, allowing her to reach new audiences. As part of the exhibition’s programming, Granowski will host a screening of the film “3 Women” at the microcinema Spacy on October 16. A closing event for the exhibition with a musical performance is scheduled for November 22. “3 Women” is open from noon to 6 p.m. Friday to Sunday and by appointment at Ephemeral Space, located at 203 Haskell Ave., Dallas.
Exhibition content and approach
The three artists work in markedly different forms: painting, ceramics and drawing. The presentation arranges those mediums to highlight how visual language can map onto cultural archetypes of womanhood. The ceramics take on mythological reference and figurative presence; the paintings emphasize atmospheric and dreamlike states; and the drawings convey more visceral, unsettling imagery described as nightmarish. The curatorial approach intentionally connects the pieces to other media to create a broader contextual experience across film screenings and live performance.
Operational history and context
Plans to open a permanent storefront on Sale Street were paused after a zoning ruling made the intended opening impractical. In response, the gallery operation pivoted to site-specific presentations and collaborations with existing arts venues in Dallas. Prior pop-up activity included a July use of the former Safe Room at the Texas Theatre and additional programming at Ephemeral Space on Haskell Avenue. The shift in venue strategy changed how the gallery reached audiences and shaped programming formats.
Corrections and editorial note
An earlier version of the article misspelled Helen Burkhart Mayfield’s name. The article has been updated to correct that spelling.
Logistics
- Location: Ephemeral Space, 203 Haskell Ave., Dallas
- Hours: Noon to 6 p.m., Friday to Sunday; also available by appointment
- Opening date: September 27
- Film screening: October 16 at microcinema Spacy
- Closing event: November 22, with a musical performance
Further context
The Nature of Things project emphasizes flexibility in programming and a connection across media, with exhibitions paired to film and live events to provide layered audience experiences. The staging of “3 Women” reflects that strategy by aligning visual art with cinematic reference and timed events intended to broaden engagement beyond standard gallery visits.
FAQ
- When was “3 Women” unveiled and where?
- The exhibition “3 Women” was unveiled on September 27 at Ephemeral Space.
- What are the opening hours and location for “3 Women”?
- “3 Women” is open from noon to 6 p.m. Friday to Sunday and by appointment at Ephemeral Space, located at 203 Haskell Ave., Dallas.
- Who are the artists featured in the exhibition?
- The exhibition features artworks by three female artists: Gretta Johnson, known for her dreamy paintings. Gail Blank, who creates mythologically influenced ceramics. Helen Burkhart Mayfield, whose works include nightmarish drawings.
- What events are scheduled related to the exhibition?
- Granowski will host a screening of the film “3 Women” at the microcinema Spacy on October 16. A closing event for the exhibition with a musical performance is scheduled for November 22.
- How did Nature of Things begin and what challenges occurred?
- Tessa Granowski launched Texas-centric gallery Nature of Things during the Dallas Art Fair in April. A zoning issue prevented the opening of her Sale Street gallery; she had to pause plans. Granowski pivoted to utilize various spaces for her exhibitions, including the former Safe Room at the Texas Theatre in July and Ephemeral Space on Haskell Avenue.
- How has Granowski described adapting to new spaces?
- Granowski said adapting to new spaces has been a good challenge, allowing her to reach new audiences.
- What is the exhibition’s curatorial focus beyond the visual works?
- Granowski is focused on connecting her exhibitions to other media for a holistic experience.
- Was there any correction to earlier reporting?
- An earlier version of the article misspelled Helen Burkhart Mayfield’s name.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Gallery | Nature of Things (launched during the Dallas Art Fair in April) |
| Exhibition | “3 Women” — unveiled on September 27 at Ephemeral Space |
| Artists | Gretta Johnson (dreamy paintings); Gail Blank (mythologically influenced ceramics); Helen Burkhart Mayfield (nightmarish drawings) |
| Theme | Stages of womanhood: the maiden, the mother, the crone |
| Hours & Location | Noon–6 p.m., Fri–Sun; by appointment — Ephemeral Space, 203 Haskell Ave., Dallas |
| Related events | Film screening on October 16; closing event with musical performance on November 22 |
| Operational note | A zoning issue prevented the Sale Street gallery opening; programming pivoted to alternative spaces |
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