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Below you'll find entries about our artists - where you might see their art, shows they have been juried into, awards they have won and classes they are offering. You may subscribe to the RSS feed associated with this blog

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Robyn Ryan - Solo Exhibition

20 Mar 2024 3:22 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Robyn Ryan

Pathways & Precipices ~

An Artist's Return to Awe

and Wonder Solo Exhibit

21 March - 28 April

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The exhibit includes fifty+ artworks started during or inspired by Robyn's month-long residency at Bandelier National Monument. The exhibit shares her adventure of discovery and growth through her art. The intention is for you to leave inspired to seek new vistas; to find and nourish your own adventurer and inner child again; to reclaim your own sense of awe and wonder.

Backstory and Artist Reception ~ 6 April, 6-8pm

Artist Talk ~ 13 April, 2-4pm

Mixed-Media Demonstration ~ 20 April, 2-4pm

The ART Factory ~ Caton Merchant Family Gallery

Robyn's portfolio is HERE.

Anne Stine - Solo Show

20 Mar 2024 3:09 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Anne Stine

Solo Exhibition

"Nature's Narrative"

April 3 - 28 2024

The Byrne Gallery

Middleburg, VA

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"Nature’s Narrative" delves into the intricate connection between Earth and humanity, examining this relationship through the lens of nature. This collection of encaustic and cold wax paintings embodies Anne's passion for the beauty of nature, specifically regarding its geometry, patterns, colors, and textures in geological formations and the forest understory. Delving into deeper artistic exploration of these elements, she showcases the parallels between nature and humanity’s commonplace stories of transformation, endurance, and community. The collection will be on exhibition at

The Byrne Gallery in Middleburg, VA, from April 3 - 28, 2024.

The reception is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 4-7 pm.

The Artist Talk is scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2 pm.

A solo exhibition of contemporary encaustic and cold wax landscapes in a variety of sizes by Anne Stine.

Anne's portfolio is HERE.

Suharshini Seneviratne - Colored Pencil Show

19 Mar 2024 10:14 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Suharshini Seneviratne

My Sunshine

'Surprised by Joy' Exhibition

Metro Washington Chapter

Colored Pencil Society of America

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'Surprised by Joy' is inspired by everyday encounters, that immediately evoke a smile, spark joy, and make one's heart leap. Suha's colored pencil piece, 'My Sunshine' will be on display at the Franklin Park Art Center, March 20th - April 7th.

Opening reception to be held on March 20th, from 6:00-7:30 pm.

Susha's portfolio is HERE.

Michelle Gates - Local Shows

19 Feb 2024 1:00 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Art League Faculty/Student Show

Michelle Gate's artwork will be part of the student & faculty showcase at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, VA from until March 3, 2024. There will be a closing reception Sunday, March 3rd from 2-4PM.

Restore the Wild The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources will have a display of artwork featuring the endangered Eastern Spotted Skunk. Artwork by Michelle Gates will be on display as a part of the exhibit March 8-29 at the Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center in Richmond, VA. There will be an opening reception March 8th from 6-8PM.
Turning A New Leaf Artwork by Michelle Gates will be on display at Green Spring Gardens in Alexandria, VA from March 5 until April 29 as a part of the Vienna Art Society's "Turning A New Leaf" exhibit. There will an artists reception Sunday, March 10 from 1-3PM.

Michelle's portfolio is HERE.

Kathleen Howsare - Group Show DC

18 Feb 2024 11:59 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Kathleen Howsare

2nd Annual DMV Exhibit at Calloway Fine Art and Consulting

Down The Mountain

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Kathleen's painting, Down The Mountain, was accepted into the exhibit at Calloway Gallery on Wisconsin Avenue in Washington D.C. The show runs through April 6th. The opening and reception is:

Saturday March 9, 4-6 PM

Kathleen's facebook page is HERE.

Pat Whittle - Show at the Library

18 Feb 2024 11:50 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

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"Bigger Things" Florals and Landscapes by Pat Whittle

Ashburn Library

March 4th

Beginning March 4th Pat's exhibit "Bigger Things" will be available for viewing at the Ashburn Library in Ashburn, Virginia. Inspired by Hans Hoffman's quote "There are bigger things to be seen in nature than the object", this exhibit will be a collection of new acrylic florals and landscapes in oil.

Pat's portfolio is HERE.

Kim Richards - Classes

18 Feb 2024 11:30 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Kim Richards

Classes in oil and acrylic painting

The Painted Garden

Texture Lab

Gouache Basics

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This spring Kim will be teaching a six week class about painting gardens as well as workshops in gouache and creating texture in your paintings at various locations around the area. For descriptions of each class, location and pricing information, please see www.KimTRichards.com/classes

Kim's portfolio and class information is HERE.

Areej AlQaysi - Art on Display at Local Libraries

18 Feb 2024 11:30 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Areej AlQaysi

Roses Gift

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Areej's artwork will be on display at two libraries: the Law Library in Leesburg and Patrick Henry Library in Vienna during the month of March.

Areej's portfolio is HERE.

Leanne Fink - March Features

18 Feb 2024 11:15 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Reston Art Gallery's Annual Invitational Exhibition Every year each member of Reston Art Gallery invites an artist to join in their group exhibit. In this year's show, Leanne Fink will be participating as a guest of Rosemarie Forsythe. The show runs March 9 - March 31, 2024 with an opening reception Saturday, March 9th, 2-4pm. Located by Lake Anne at 11400 Washington Plaza W # B, Reston, VA 20190 - 703-996-8990
Calloway Fine Art & Consulting's Local Flavor/Local Artist, 2nd Annual DMV Exhibition Calloway Fine Art & Consulting is pleased to announce their group exhibition of 25 local artists showing artwork inspired by DC, Virginia, and Maryland. 50 pieces were chosen from over 350 submissions. Leanne Fink's painting, 'Rolling Rhythm of the Shenandoah' has been selected for the show which runs March 9 - April 6, 2024. Opening Reception is Saturday, March 9th, 3-5pm. The Gallery is located at 1643 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20007 - 202-965-4601
13th annual Art of the Piedmont Auction to benefit Middleburg Montessori School - Auction 13th annual Art of the Piedmont auction to benefit Middleburg Montessori School is an evening showcasing the work of talented local professional artists while supporting Montessori education. Leanne Fink is participating for her fifth year. She is offering 4 paintings for sale. Online bidding will begin on March 8th, 2024 and will be followed by a live auction and reception on Friday, March 15th from 6pm to 8pm. The event will take place at the Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington Street, Middleburg, VA 20118. Tickets are available online.
OTIUM CELLARS - PAINTING THE LAND - For the wine and art lover - Leanne Fink is showing a selection of original oil paintings in the Tasting Room through the end of March. A visit to Otium Cellars will take out the winter chill as you relax near the fireside. Take in the art and take home that special work to commemorate your time at Western Loudoun's most captivating boutique wintery. Located at 18050 Tranquility Rd., Purcellville, VA 20132, 540-338-2027

Leanne's portfolio is HERE.

Suzanne Lago Arthur - Workshop Peonies

18 Feb 2024 11:00 PM | Johnna Schelling (Administrator)

Peony Workshop in Oils

1-Day Workshop

Lucketts

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Join us for a weekend workshop perfectly timed to paint one of the queens of the springtime garden, the ephemeral peony. I will teach all the basics of painting and drawing from life as well as wade into more sublime effects the peony offers such as transparency and subtle color transitions.

This adult class is open to all levels from beginner to advanced.

Date: May 18th & 19th 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Where: Faith Chapel 14188 Chapel Ln, Lucketts (Leesburg) VA 20176

Suzanne's portfolio and class info is HERE.

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