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Close-up of hands using a hand planer on a wooden plank in a workshop.

12 CROWS IS AN ARTIST COLLECTIVE GEARED TOWARD BRINGING CREATIVE MINDS TOGETHER. THE 8,000 SQ/FT SPACE INCLUDES LARGE MAKER SPACES AND PRIVATE STUDIOS

12 Crows Art Collective Logo with silhouettes of crows and a utility pole.

12 Crows Art Collective was started in 2017 by Reed Caldwell and Kathleen Nolte to help combat the decline in affordable artist workspaces in the greater Chattanooga area. Over the years, the collective has expanded to house a dynamic community of artists and organizations dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation across various creative disciplines. Housed in an expansive 8,000 sq/ft facility located in Rossville, GA, the collective offers a diverse range of spaces, including small studios (200-275 sq/ft) equipped with amenities like gallery access, Wi-Fi, electricity, and water access, as well as a spacious 3,000 sq/ft woodworking shop featuring comprehensive machinery and specialized systems.

Beyond providing workspace, 12 Crows actively engages the community by hosting events like timber-framing classes and live performances, exemplifying its commitment to nurturing creativity and artistic growth.

Our Artists

  • Kathleen Nolte, Co-owner of 12 Crows Artist Collective

    Kathleen Nolte

    Co-owner

  • Reed Caldwell Co-owner of 12 Crows Artist Collective

    Reed Caldwell

    Co-Owner

  • Jazmine LeBlanc, Executive Director of Ella Library

    Jazmine LeBlanc

    Director ELLA Library

  • Carter Ellis, woodworker and owner of Ellis Tables

    Carter Ellis

    Woodworker

  • John Campbell, woodworker and owner of Campbell Joinery

    John Campbell

    Woodworker

  • And Then Books

  • Rachael Porter

FAQs

  • Yes, we have nine studios ranging from 200 sq/ft to 3,000 sq/ft. Studios include 24-hour access, water, wi-fi, and gallery access. Unfortunately, we are currently at capacity. Please feel free to contact us below and get on the studio waiting list.

  • We are located at 400 Spring Street, Rossville, GA 30741 next to Food City.

  • Yes, from timber frame structures to high-end works of art to museum installation pieces, our talented artists can do it all. Please fill out the form below and one of our artists will contact you as soon as possible.

  • The studios are private and are not open to the public; however, Ella Library has opened AND THEN BOOKS in the gallery area, and it is open to the public Thursday – Saturday, 12 pm – 7 pm.

    AND THEN BOOKS is an independent bookshop that is part of the 501(c)3 mission of ELLA Library, to nurture the expression and exchange of knowledge and culture through story sharing.

  • We post classes (when available) on this website and on our Facebook page. You can also check Ella Library’s website for their class schedule at https://ellalibrary.org