“Life is a Grave” — through Nov. 3, The Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, 2 College Hill, Westminster. A solo exhibition of works by artist Jessie Hardesty, whose imagery is based on folklore and the occult, is best known for her one-of-a-kind hand-carved planchettes. jessi-hardesty.com.

”Welcome to Nixie Hollow” — through Nov. 10, Hood College, Tatem Arts Center, 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Graduate ceramics and mixed media art show by sculptor and MFA candidate Annie Boyer. Nixie Hollow is a place in time after humans are no longer present on earth. The aim of this work is to invoke curiosity as the viewer observes the creatures in their worlds as well as offer hope for rebirth on our earth. Opening reception and artist’s talk 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 4. hood.edu.