New Location:
Art Seen/Tri Graphics
12115 Parklawn Drive
Rockville Md 20852
301-922-0162
and
Project Space
3766 Howard Ave
Kensington MD 20895
Next opening:
Night Shift
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| Screenprint by Anne Smith |
Nathan Loda and Anne Smith - Two Solo Shows
Vernissage/Opening at the new location!
Nov 16, 2024 5-7 pm
Artist Talk 4:30-5:00
ABOUT UNDER $2500
UNDER $500 and FIRST EVER UNDER $2500 affordable art sale where artwork is sold on a first-come-first-served basis right off MAP's gallery walls! Newly rebranded as UNDER $2500, this event promotes the purchase of artwork by artists in the Maryland region. Guests can expect to mingle with other artists, collectors, patrons, and general art enthusiasts at the event. Take your purchases home with you the night of the event. Gift wrapping will be available on-site!
The opening night sale (physical) will take place Friday, November 22 from 6 pm to 10 pm (ticketed) and then again on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from noon - 4pm (free). Saturday is a ‘last chance’ opportunity to snag any artworks that remain on MAP’s walls. Tickets are $30 for opening night and can be purchased at the door or in advance HERE.
This year’s theme is Black and White! MAP will have holiday trees on display. Enjoy a cheerful atmosphere with an open bar, light fare, and some holly jolly tunes.
A virtual sale and exhibition will also take place and will be featured online HERE from Saturday, November 23 at 10 am – BLACK FRIDAY, November 29 at MIDNIGHT. Artwork will NOT be available to view online until November 23 at 10 am. Be sure to register in advance in the interim! Registration is free.
EVENT TIMELINE:
UNDER $2500 Benefit Exhibition and Sale: Friday, November 22 | 6 to 10 pm | Tickets $30
Purchase UNDER $2500 Tickets HERE
Last Chance (physical): Saturday, November 23 | 12 to 4 pm
Virtual Exhibition & Sale: Saturday, November 23, 10 am – Black Friday, November 29, 12 am
To view the virtual exhibition click HERE | Live on Saturday, November 23 @ 10 am | REGISTER HERE
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| Suddenly, She Wasn't Afraid Any More at Maryland Art Place, Baltimore |
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| The Lilith Consoling Eve (After the Explusion) at Maryland Art Place, Baltimore |
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| Syreni Caledonii (Northern Atlantic Mermaid) will be at MAP's virtual sale |
The inaugural DC Risoprint Fair arrives this fall, cementing its place as a must-attend event in DC’s arts calendar. Presented by East City Art, the region’s go-to source for visual art news, the fair will take place at Eastern Market’s North Hall on Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24. The print fair celebrates the vibrant world of Risography, a quirky printing technique that blends the convenience of digital duplication with the wonderfully unexpected results that come from screen printing.
More than two dozen artists, graphic designers, presses and printers from DC, Baltimore, Brooklyn, Richmond, and Philadelphia will display hundreds of original prints, books, and cards—offering an accessible entry point for new collectors, with many works priced affordably.
Attendees will explore the charm of RISO prints, known for their vibrant colors, subtle misregistrations, and textured, retro aesthetic, qualities that make every piece truly one of a kind.
Exhibitors include the following individuals and organizations:
Blurred Circle [Brooklyn, NY]
Ivy Zheyu Chen / UPON [New York, NY]
Clown Kisses Press [Richmond,VA]
Capital RISO [Washington, DC]
inner loop press [Philadelphia, PA]
ipsy bipsy studio [Washington, DC]
StitchPrism [Philadelphia, PA]
Stoop Shop Comics & Baltimore Print Studios [Baltimore, MD]
xanderjakeq [Hyattsville, MD]
"Light is a Kind of Generosity" at Gallery B - Loriann Signori Exhibition Opens Tomorrow
"Light is a Kind of Generosity" by Loriann Signori opens tomorrow! Loriann's paintings, situated between abstraction and recognizable form, are explorations of the color of air and beauty. Loriann is recognized as an Eminent Pastelist with the International Pastel Society, and a winner of the President’s Award in 2024.
"Light is a Kind of Generosity" will run from November 8 - December 1, 2024. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-2pm. There will be an opening reception Friday, November 8 from 5:30-8:30pm, and an artist talk on Saturday, November 23 from 12-1pm.
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You constant readers know that I am a pedantic Virgo who often pokes fun at the Googletranslatization of America - this 2004 example is perhaps one of the funniest ones.
However, every once in a while one comes at what can best be described as an intellectually dishonest translation - that is, when the translator purposefully "slides" the translations around to drive home a point or position or opinion.
And thus my most recent case submitted for your evaluation.
This morning, as I've done for the past 20-30 years, I listened to NPR from about 7AM - 8AM.
At around 7:28AM, on WAMU I listened to NPR's Mexico City correspondent Eyder Peralta deliver a report on NPR's Morning Edition with the subject of "Mexico's leader says don't fret Trump's win, but Mexicans say they are worried."
You can listen to it here.
At the point in the report where Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum speaks in Spanish for the second time in the clip, Peralta translates it as:
"To our brothers and sisters who live in the United States, to the businesspeople, there is no reason to worry."
Is this translation is purposefully mistranslated?, I note that because Sheinbaum did NOT say "hermanos y hermanas" which is Spanish for "brothers and sisters", but "paisanos y paisanas" which means "countrymen and countrywomen", and there's a HUGE familial and political footprint on the meaning of those words.
Error? Intellectual dishonesty? A stretch of the translation?
No tengo idea... cough... cough...
My good friend Rosemary Feit Covey has put together what I hear is a great show in Arlington at the Arlington Artists Alliance gallery!
The exhibition explores the artists’ interpretation of the show’s title: Altered States. Themes include but are not limited to: transformation and change, alternate realities, inner or personal growth, and shifting perspectives.
From the innards of a giant fuzzy earthworm to the dark history of gynecology to the melting of the Alps, this show is unique and thought-provoking.
All artists are from the DMV area. Almost all mediums are represented: video art, soft sculpture, hard sculpture, paintings, embroidery, photography, ceramics, and 3D printed objects.
The show is up until November 24 and gallery hours are Thursday-Sunday, 12-6PM.
Address: Alliance Gallery at The Crossing, 2700 Clarendon Blvd Suite 330 in the breezeway between SoulCycle and Chip City in Arlington VA.
On NPR Rachel Treisman told us about how Poop on Pelosi's desk, a neo-Nazi tiki torch: Mysterious statues are popping up in D.C. and we learned that:
An unusual bronze sculpture appeared on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., last week: a replica of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's desk, topped with her nameplate, a landline phone, Post-it Notes, file folders and a perfectly swirled pile of feces, a la poop emoji.
Then Sebastian Smee at the WaPo, told us that it was "great public art, actually."
Then Joe Heim, also at the WaPo added that a new sculpture had appeared: "A neo-Nazi tiki torch statue for Trump.
And yesterday Makea Luzader from DC News Now, and today Heim added that the artist is now distributing mini replicas of the poopsculpture (see how I just invented a new word?).
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The statue’s permit ended on Oct. 31, but its legacy lives on — Civic Crafted, the organization that held the permit from the National Park Service, placed new poop memorabilia out for grabs.
You can't make this shit poop up!
Before you read my prediction for tomorrow's election, read this 2005 post, where I warned the Democratic Party of the reasoning that I am about to use for the prediction.
This is part of what I wrote almost 20 years ago:
Talking about Mexico and Mexicans... it baffles me that the egg heads in the Democrat Party cannot foresee what every contemporary Latino/Hispanic knows in his or her heart: One day, not too far in the future, as the Hispanic population in the US continues to grow, and because we are so diverse in thought, culture and perspectives, that one day, a decade or two from now, when Latino numbers make Latinos the largest ethnic minority in the US... the DNC will be shocked to "discover" that Latinos will not be obedient voters for the Democrat ticket only, and Latino/a politicians will run and win under the Republican party, and large percentages of the Latino vote will go to the right.
Bottom line: If you are one of those doomsayers who has been brainwashed by the press about the world ending if Trump wins, blame it on Latinos/Latinas/Hispanics.
Lo que no mata, engorda.
Meet the artist and enjoy light refreshments on Sunday, November 17, 2024, 2pm - 4pm at a free, public art reception in Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex.
Curtis G. Woody's powerful works enhance the unique, cultural characteristics of African American heritage and history. His intricate collage paintings are research based and draw inspiration from historical connection points that join individuals, families, generations and communities.
This exhibition at The Learning Gallery inside Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex will be open to the public through January 4, 2025.
SPLEX is located at 8001 Sheriff Rd, Landover, MD 20785. It is open to the public through January 4, 2025. Hours of operation are: Monday - Friday, 6am - 9pm, Saturday, 9am - 6pm, Sunday, 12pm - 6pm
This is just funny - a lot of people saying that the statue looks nothing like Wade (the statue was designed by Timeless Creations’ Omri Amrany and Oscar León, and it sits outside the front doors of the Kaseya Center).:
From Diane Tuckman's family:
It is with a heavy heart we share the peaceful passing of Diane Tuckman March 24,1935 - October 25, 2024 at 89 years old. She is survived by her children Ian Tuckman and Valerie Lynn as well as her grandchildren Danielle and Alexander Lynn, Melanie Robertson and Tatiana Baldyga.If you would like to make a donation in her memory her spiritual home was at Mishkan Torah Synagogue https://www.mishkantorah.org/visitdonatejoin/donate-to-mishkan-torah or 10 Ridge Road Greenbelt MD 20220
Alternatively any Jewish organization of your choice would also be meaningful.
Goodbye Diane... your art footprint will live forever -- read about this remarkable artists here.
The Washington Post's former Galleries art critic, Mark Jenkins, has a new online publication where he continues to review DMV art shows!
This is great news not only to the DMV art scene, but also to the art history of our area, as Jenkins' reviews will help document for the future the area's art scene.
Following a national hiring search, Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) today announced the appointment of Jonell Jaime Logan as the Institute's new Executive Director & Curator. Ms. Logan will start on October 28.
The appointment comes as the Institute (formerly the Greater Reston Arts Center) is celebrating its 50th Anniversary.
“Tephra ICA’s mission is not only to promote innovative art and thinking, but to advocate for the arts and artists with curiosity and care. I believe in this mission and am honored to be the next Executive Director to support this work," said Ms. Logan.
Ms. Logan is a curator, arts advocate, and non-profit leader who believes in "building visionary, mission-driven organizations that support contemporary art and culture."
Ms. Logan served as the Director of Education and Public Programs at the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture in Charlotte, NC and, more recently, she served as the Vice President + Creative Director at the McColl Center in Charlotte.
During her tenure at McColl, she led the implementation of the newly adopted strategic plan, revamped the curatorial and Artist-in-Residence program, implemented a new studio rental and exhibition program in support of local artists, and was instrumental in helping to secure $100,000 in new funding from the Warhol Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.
”Jonell is an established and innovative leader, bringing exceptional curatorial, management, and fundraising experience gained at respected institutions in our sector," said Robert Goudie, Tephra ICA Board Chair. “Add to that her national reach, and even amidst a deep and strong candidate pool she stood out. We took the unusual step of entering into a five-year commitment, reflecting our belief in her and her belief in Tephra ICA. That stability will be especially important as we seek during that time to identify and close on our new home in Reston, an American Alliance of Museums-accredited and larger space that will allow us to expand what we can deliver to the region. We are thrilled to have a leader of such accomplishment and vision bring Tephra ICA into the next decade of our evolution.”
DC Art News send a warm welcome to Ms. Logan and welcomes her to the DMV art scene!
As I've done several times in the past, I attended Maryland Renaissance Festival 2024 yesterday, and as usual, it was a spectacular day in an most unique place where traveling back in time (this time to 1537) was not only worth it, but also easily one of the best and most entertaining and fun-filled events that someone in our neck of the woods can attend.
Let me be clear: On the scale of 1-10 on my recommendation for spending a fun-filled day, the Maryland Renaissance Festival gets 1000!
We picked up our tickets at Will Call, where the pretty elf on duty was efficient and to the point.
Me: "Hi... I was also told to show you my ID to get the military discount..."
Elf: "Can I see your ID card?"
I hand it to her and she examines it closely.
Elf: "Nope... military discount is only for active duty, not retired military" she says firmly as she hands the card back.
I grumble to myself as I walk away disappointed and bummed out and enter the festival, where within a few feet my son and I are transported back to 1537 and immediately greeted by these ladies below... which improved my mood immediately.
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| Elfin princess at the Maryland Renaissance Festival 2024 |
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| Paolo Garbanzo at the 2024 Maryland Renaissance Festival |
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| One of many vendors at the 2024 Maryland Renaissance Festival |
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| A gorgeous feline at the Maryland Renaissance Festival 2024 |
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| One of the many taverns and pubs at the Maryland Renaissance Festival 2024 |
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| Two costumed visitors to the Maryland Renaissance Festival 2024 |
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| Lords and ladies at the joust arena |
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| Joust at the 2024 Maryland Renaissance Festival |
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| Joust at the 2024 Maryland Renaissance Festival |
Camila Mancilla, an Alexandria-based architect and artist, currently has an exhibition titled Homesick, now on display at the District Architecture Center in Washington, DC.
The show features a combination of collage, found objects, and cutouts to explore the emotional layers of memory and nostalgia within architectural spaces.
From her website we learn that:
Camila Mancilla is an architect who combines mixed media, paper construction, collage, and video installations to explore themes like identity, liminality, and the nuances of architecture through inmateriality. Her three-dimensional collages offer fresh perspectives on both architectural and human structures. Transformation and a deep understanding of human experiences within various spaces are at the heart of her work.
Mancilla's video installations and multimedia experiments build upon her collage work, drawing viewers into dynamic spatial explorations. These creations encourage reflection on the deep connections between architectural spaces and human emotions.
In the academic realm, Mancilla teaches at Virginia Tech and Universidad Austral de Chile. Her research focuses on the relationship between architecture and monsters (collages). Her distinct artwork has been showcased in numerous exhibitions worldwide. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree in Cultural Heritage from Escuela de Arquitectura UC, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and is currently pursuing her PhD at Virginia Tech WAAC.
Del Ray Artisans “$100 & Under” exhibit (November 1 – December 1, 2024) showcases members’ artwork all priced at $100 or less.
The art is sold on an art-to-go basis.
The gallery walls are packed with great art at prices all art-lovers can afford - exhibit curated by Dale Spivey and Kurt Peterson.
Opening Reception: Friday, November 1, 7-9pm. Open Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays & Sundays 12-6pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
View exhibit at Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits
For decades and decades I've been submitting my artwork to the Washington, DC ART BANK call for art to add to the city's collection -- for many of those years I've also served as one of the jurors in the panel which recommends acquisitions to the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities.
I've always been rejected - which as I preach, all artists must learn as part of their growth process. Art is subjective, and thus what juror A may like, Juror B dislikes and so on.
As all three of my entries (subjects were Celia Cruz, Frida Kahlo and Bob Marley) I took them to the last Affordable Art Fair in New York City, where I sold them all!
I always ask for feedback and here's the feedback to my recent submissions, which consisted of the aforementioned three Bisque drawings.
FY25 Art Bank Program
Debrief Document
Panel Date: 7-23-2024
Applicant: Florencio Lennox Campello
CAH Staff:
· Karyn Miller, Public Art Department Manager | Panel Convener
· Michelle May-Curry, Curator | Art Bank Grant Manager
· Ron Humbertson, Art Collections Registrar | Panel Support
· Deirdre Darden, Public Art Coordinator | Panel Support
· vEnessa Acham, Program Specialist | Panel Support
· Luisa Hammond, Assistant Registrar | Panel Support
· Maya Lee, Public Art Intern | Panel Support
Review Panelists:
· Nancy Geyer, ARTerrain
· Lenora Yerkes, Artist
· Sarah Hull, Artist, DC Arts Center Visual Arts Committee member
· Ashley Molese, Maryland Institute Collage of Art, curator
· Minami Hoffman, Artist and Coordinator, Life Pieces to Masterpieces
Program Overview:
In support of local visual artists, District art galleries, and District art nonprofit organizations, CAH acquires fine art from metropolitan artists to grow the Art Bank Collection. Artwork in the collection is owned by CAH and loaned to District Government agencies for display in public areas and offices of government buildings. The Art Bank Collection, which started in 1986, has over 3,000 artworks.
The review panel was comprised of arts, humanities, and business professionals independent of CAH. Prior to meeting for the review session, panelists had time to review all applications and provide numerical scores. Evaluation criteria include aesthetic and conceptual strength (50%); artistic contribution (20%); and value as a cultural asset to DC’s artistic community (30%). Scoring ranges from 1 to 10, with under 3 being poor, 3 and 4 average, 5 and 6 good, 7 and 8 excellent, and 9 and 10 superior. Works scoring at 7 or above were considered for finalist selection.
Panel Score: 6.5
Panelist Comments:
· Panelist comment: “Unique combination of techniques and material.”
· Panelist comment: “Intrigued with process of reclamation.”
· Panelist stated the drawings overall appear technically well-executed.
· Panelist comment on subject matter: “Drawings feel like they are copied from photographs or like they are a repurposing of another artist’s works, but not intentionally original enough.”
· Panelist expressed the concept and subject matter of the work is somewhat derivative, and the panelist is concerned about how much the repurposing of other artists' photography has been transformed in a way the reflects a unique vision from this artist.
· Panelist was really intrigued by this process of reclamation and portraiture.
· Panelist felt in their modest size, presenting the artwork in a series of multiples in a vitrine would be the best way for the city to experience them.
o Panelist comment: “It is hard to imagine as single individual acquisition, seem like they would work very well as a group much stronger than as single pieces.”
o Panelist comment: “it is hard to see as individual works and possibly stronger as a collective dialogue.”
· Panelists note a lack of clarity around the choice of substrate used across the artist’s works, even though the artist does note it specifically in the statement
· Panelist comment: “Applicant describes why he draws, but not his choice of substrate, the unusual choice of which begs explanation. He also describes where he takes his inspiration, but the subject of these works seems cliched. Perhaps the artist is making a commentary I can't perceive, but without further explanation, I am left cold.”
· Panelist comment: I like this artist's choice of material. Shards of pottery can evoke archeological finds, something found in the rubble of an earthquake, and so on--their brokenness having a melancholy aspect and suggesting the passage of time (everything breaks down eventually). Except these shards are pristinely white, which complicates things. And yet, for me, something is missing from these works that could make them more powerful, with the possible exception of "The Eyes of Frida Kahlo," which is haunting. I can imagine walking along and coming across this fragment in the grass or in a gutter (not a comment on the quality of the art!)--and keeping it forever.
· Panelist comment: “Conceptually interesting, very fine detailed drawings on porcelain, fragment aspect very interesting, but seems like something is missing.”
