Welcome to Artful Weekend

-our listing of area art exhibits and events-

This weekend: July 2024 Open Exhibit, Vanishing by Holly Cole at The Art League; A Sip of Alexandria at Port City Brewing Company;  Darwin: A View From the Road at VisArts; Atelier Invitational Juried Exhibit at Compass Art Center; and Magnificent Distances by the DC Street Photography Collective at Workhouse Arts Center.

July 2024 Open Exhibit

Experience the authentic creativity of member artists through Open Exhibits at The Art League. This collection—92 artworks in all— boasts a vibrant mix of painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media. The July 2024 Open Exhibit, meticulously curated by respected artist and William & Mary professor, Elizabeth Mead, is a testament to the passion and talent within our artistic community.

Vanishing by Holly Cole

Holly Cole’s enchanting exhibit, Vanishing, is a heartfelt tribute to the disappearing species on our planet. Drawing inspiration from the resilience of endangered animals, she creates breathtaking sculptures and quilts using surplus military fabric and sheers. Through her art, Holly warmly highlights the pressing issues of fast-vanishing habitats, trophy hunting, and shifting climates, inviting us all to take a closer look at the world we share with these magnificent creatures.

July exhibits at The Art League are on view through August 4.

A Sip of Alexandria Special Exhibit

Celebrate Alexandria’s 275th anniversary at A Sip of Alexandria, our special exhibit brought to you in partnership with Port City Brewing Company. To honor Alexandria’s rich history, this presentation showcases the city’s unique allure through nearly 20 art pieces, all available for purchase. Set amidst the cozy ambiance of Port City Brewing Company’s Lighthouse Lounge, these artworks deftly encapsulate the timeless charm of the historic city. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Alexandria, with the exhibit open until August 1 at Port City Brewing Company, 3950 Wheeler Ave, Alexandria, Virginia.

Darwin: The View from the Road 

Nora Sturges’ Darwin: The View from the Road, in VisArts’Common Ground Gallery, is a project that started during the pandemic. Using Google Street View, the artist follows Charles Darwin’s route with the Beagle (1832-36) and creates tiny paintings of her discoveries. It is on view through July 21; 155 Gibbs Street, Rockville, Maryland.

Compass Atelier Invitational Juried Exhibition

The Compass Art Center’s Atelier Studio presents their Invitational Juried  Exhibition, featuring work from current and former class and workshop participants, on view through July 28. Join them for a Meet The Artists Reception on Friday, July 19, from 6-8 p.m. While there, enjoy Friday The ART-teenth, Kensington’s new hot night for art running in conjunction with Girls Who Paint, Adah Rose Gallery, and The Gallery at Chesapeake Framing. Compass Art Center is located at 10335 Kensington Parkway, Kensington, Maryland.

Magnificent Distances by the DC Street Photography Collective

The political arena often dominates the narrative surrounding the nation’s capital. Stereotypical images of power-hungry politicians give an impression that the District is a dark and serious place full of evildoers and over achievers. This exhibition is a collaborative effort to humanize our hometown of Washington, DC. Magnificent Distances aims to add a second DC narrative to our country’s collective consciousness, one that shows a lighter side amidst the tumultuous backdrop — a place where ordinary people live their lives, unperturbed by the federal shadow. It is on view in the Vulcan Gallery at Workhouse Arts Center through July 21; 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, Virginia.

Enjoy the weekend!