Behold, there was beauty for the eyes to see… at these Visual Arts events.
August 2020
This exhibition is open to all artists. Visit the FCCA site for more details.
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Join us for another toe-tapping evening of live music provided by local bands in the beautiful summer setting of our lawn and gardens. Enjoy homegrown Stafford County crafted beer, wine and food trucks. Visit the studio and galleries of American artist Gari Melchers. Sponsored by Stafford Tourism. Free admission. Tickets for beer/wine $5 and food trucks accept cash or credit. Questions please contact Meghan Pcsolyar, mpcsolya@umw.edu or 540-654-1848.
Find out moreThis exhibition is open to all artists. Visit the FCCA site for more details.
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A National Juried Show When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Times of quarantine and lockdown can be times of despair and isolation, but they can also provide the mind and body space and time to create art in ways we never could before. We decided to do this show to capture a snap shot of all of the work created by artists, shut away at home. New artists welcome. All mediums, including song, speech, [...]
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PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP, Celeste Johnston: Three, One-day workshops. Choose just one or take all workshop classes. Gelli Plate Printing-No tools needed. Draw directly on a plate that has been rolled or painted with acrylic paint and print. The variations are endless. All supplies provided. Lino Block (cut) Printing-Learn how to design and cut a block, ink it up and print it. Students will need To bring one or two lino blocks and a carving tool. Wood [...]
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DRAWING AND PAINTING INTO CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACTION, Kim DiNatale, MFA In this 2-day painting and drawing workshop, we will learn to use traditional materials and techniques—to explore and learn contemporary Abstract Expressionism concepts. The projects will have an art historical grounding based on 20th century artists. One day will be spent drawing and the second day painting, creating finished artwork (11x14s and 18x24s) suitable for framing. All professional-grade supplies are provided for use—bring your favorites too! [...]
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The Fredericksburg Center for the Creative Arts presents "Seurat Sunday," an event for artists and art patrons. Featuring creative fun for all ages, everyone is invited to participate, to paint, draw, photograph, and model or perform in the park. Visitors will be provided transportation to the many scenic trails in the park. Activities will conclude with a viewing of the day's creations and a light refreshment reception in the Visitors Center. Pre-registration is requested by [...]
Find out moreA National Exhibition This October, in partnership with the Fredericksburg Spinners and Weavers Guild, LibertyTown Arts Workshop presents Fiber, an exhibition celebrating everything fiber. We want to showcase the full breadth of fiber art, including but not limited to weaving, dying, felting, sculpture, sewing, quilting, knitting, and crocheting. Fiber can be, but is not limited to, cotton, wood, wool, paper, metal, or synthetic materials. Pieces must consist primarily of fiber and be of original design. Kits [...]
Find out moreJoin us for another toe-tapping evening of live music provided by local bands in the beautiful summer setting of our lawn and gardens. Enjoy homegrown Stafford County crafted beer, wine and food trucks. Visit the studio and galleries of American artist Gari Melchers. Sponsored by Stafford Tourism. Free admission. Tickets for beer/wine $5 and food trucks accept cash or credit. Questions please contact Meghan Pcsolyar, mpcsolya@umw.edu or 540-654-1848.
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ART MARKETING THAT MOVES, Dawn Whitmore: One-day workshop. Learn the “MPH’s” of marketing including: Artist Statement, Press Releases, Social Media, and Website. Understand the aspects of marketing your work. Part of the fee is donated to the FCCA Youth Art Program. Date: Monday, Oct 5th Time: 1pm-3pm Cost: $30 Members/$40 Non-members. Dawn Whitmore 252-349-9866 dewphotographyva@gmail.com
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