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Pope's Gallery Jim Crompton. Dynamic images in oil from all over the world [Myers Park]. March. Jim Chapman. Fruit and floral still lifes, landscapes in acrylic [Arboretum]. March. 8016-900 Providence Rd. and 1035 Providence Rd. 704-541-3199 or 704-342-1774.

Visual Arts: Ongoing

Afro-American Cultural Center From Rags to Rap. This multimedia exhibit will attempt to address cultural nuances in the early 20th century when ragtime was a strong musical influence. This exhibit will trace the music's evolution to the components of hip-hop culture through an art form known as graffiti. Continues through March 2. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.

Art 1 Gallery Natural Roots. Photography exhibit by Eustace Conway of Deep Gap, NC held in conjunction with the 5th Annual Carolina Lens Art competition and exhibition by local and regional photographers. Continues through March 14. 170 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia. 704-854-8800.

Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Journey into Fiber Space by Fiber ART Options. The members of Fiber ART Options are Nancy Cook, Robin Hawkins, Peggy Luey, Elizabeth Miller, Teresa Pietras and Beth Stewart-Ozark. A reception will be held on Feb. 13 from 5:30-7pm. Continues through Feb. 28. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.

Bank of America Gallery Challenging the Picture Plane. Late 20th century American landscapes from the Bank of America Art Collection. Continues through March 8. Hearst Tower, 114 N. Tryon St. 704-386-7324.

Blue Pony Gallery & Press Winter Show. This exhibit features works by five gallery artists: monotypes by Margret Kuehni and Mary Lou Sussman; paintings by Jan Kinslowe; and woodcuts and color etchings by California printmakers David Kelso and Barbara Leventhal-Stern. NoDa gallery crawl, Feb. 21, 6-9pm. Continues through March 1. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.

Center of the Earth Gallery Pleasure Places. Artists slated to participate are Jacob Cooley, Page Laughlin, Ruth Ava Lyons, Elena Madden, Joseph Oddo, Richard Siegel and Gail Wegodsky. These artists explore interior and exterior worlds with varied styles and approaches. Continues through Feb. 28. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.

Charlotte Art League Art from the Heart. Works dealing with compassion, love and charity. The artwork on display is created by artists throughout the Charlotte region and will be available for purchase. Continues through March 1. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.

Charlotte Public Library (Main Library) Franklin Avenue House Series. Architectural photos from Carl Bergman. On display in the Carnegie Gallery. Courtesy of the artist and Hodges Taylor Gallery. On display through May 4. The Eye of the Beholder: Charlotte's Photographers and Their Work 1867-1917. Images provide a glimpse at the technology of the period and how Charlotteans looked a century ago. Continues through May 17. 310 N. Tryon St.

Christa Faut Gallery Flora. Paintings by J.M. Henry. Continues through Feb. 28. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.

CPCC Art Gallery Cities Under One Moon. Works by Raed Al-Rawi and Alex Clark. An exhibition of two artists living in Charlotte, coming from different backgrounds and sharing a similar message in art. A reception will be held on Feb. 27 from 4-6pm. Continues through March 29. P.O. Box 35009. 704-330-6480.

Crazy Jane's Local Artists. Works by Ellyn Bernstein, Mike Watson and Rod Wriner. Pottery by Ann Hamilton. Mon.-Sat. 1817 Hawkins Street. 704-332-5454.

Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery The Encounter Group. Works by Han Cashion, Marilyn Charlat Dix, Marianne Reuss and Terry Thirion. February. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Art at the Garden. A month-long celebration of visual art. Featured regional artists include Graham Weathers, Dorothy Shoemaker, Anne Cowie, Kit Kakassy and Allen Griffin. Continues through Feb. 27. Regular admission prices apply: $8 for adults; $4 for children ages 4-12; DSBG members admitted free. 6500 S. New Hope Rd., Belmont. 704-825-4490.

Davidson College Woman's Work: Reconsidering Women at Work and at Home. This exhibition of works by Terri Dowell-Dennis, Ursula C. McCarty and Elizabeth Brim examines the social conventions affecting the development and education of young women for future roles in the workplace and at home. On view in the William H. Van Every Gallery. Continues through Feb. 28. Joe Fiore. Landscape paintings. On view in the Eward M. Smith Gallery. Continues through Feb. 21. Davidson. 704-892-8528.

ElderArt Gallery Four Shadow Plus One. A sneak preview of five artists who have recently joined the gallery's roster: Leonel Matheu, Gina Gilmour, Karen Roberson Powell, Jill Jones and Tom Perkinson. Continues through Feb. 22. The Early Years. Landscape paintings by Leon Makielski during his early years at The Chicago Art Institute and while studying in Paris. Continues through Feb. 22. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.