Painting with Paper

On exhibit at the Shirlington Branch Library, July 2012

“The exhibit explores a variety of species meticulously constructed from bits and pieces of magazine pages. The work showcases how recycled materials can be used to make intricate works of art. The animal collages were inspired by zoos around the U.S., especially the National Zoo in D.C., as well as museums like the Smithsonian’s Natural History Museum.”

Visit Megan Coyle’s website for more information.

 

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Think Like a Child

 On exhibit at Central Library, July 2012

Picasso once remarked,  “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.   It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.”

This juried exhibit from the Arlington Artists Alliance showcases thirty nine artists charged with the task of  “drawing like a child” – without the restraints, conventions, norms or any other limitations that constrain adults.

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The following artists received awards from the Arlington Artists Alliance:

• Best in Show –   Bud Hensgen’s   ‘Come on to my House’;
• 1^st  – George Bowles ‘They Went That Way’
• 2^nd – Jane Coonce ‘Big Bang Theory’
• 3^rd – Linda Kosovych ‘Big Bird’
• Honorable Mentions – Mary Ryder, Meg Mackenzie, Wen LePore, Rosemarie Wilcox, and Chris Montgomery

Artists:

Marie Baumann: Hidden Creatures – George Bowles: They went thatta way – Marsha Brown: Elephants; Two Birds; Lions Leaping – Jane Coonce: Big Bang Theory – Susan Gartner: Bubble Blowers – Anya Getter: Fun is Good – Sandra Gowl: Indian Doll; Flowers on Bumblebees – Bud Hensgen: C’on to my house – Sandra Hill: I want to be a…… – Beth Hudgins: Sister play; Key to happy – Jocelyn Hunn: Imagine – Linda Kosovych: Big Bird; Eat Cake – Wen Lepore: Happy Field –
Parvaneh Limbert:  School Yard; At the Museum – Andrea Limmer: Playground – Ginnie Luster: Dolly at School; Carousel – Rusty Lynn: An Old Child goes Fishing; Play by My Rules – Sharon Malley: A New Day – Mary-Jeanne Martz: My Neighborhood – Chris Montgomery: Running Man; Chinese Sleep Chant – Nan Morrison: Summer Vacation – Mary Ryder: Dolly Lineup; Dolly – Rebecca Salzinger: Dangling in the Breeze; Cat and Goldfish Bowl – Kathy Sullivan: Big Tree – Debbie Taylor: Can I Play? – Kathy Turner: Feeding Frenzy; Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

 

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“Glass, Stone, and Steel: Photos of Manhattan”

On exhibit at the Cherrydale Branch Library, July – September 2012

Mr. Rosenbach, an instructor with Washington Photo Safari, will give a brief talk on July 11 about “What Makes a Compelling Photograph,” on the Cherrydale balcony.

 

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Inspired by the Ocean and the Fields of France

On exhibit at the Westover Branch Library, June and July, 2012.

Local artist, Sandi Parker, uses a love of nature inspired by the ocean, flowers and the French country-side in her collection of paintings that are rich in serenity achieved through use of color and a sense of motion.

She has recently added a selection  jewelry based on finds at the beach.  All items are for sale directly through the artist, Sandi Parker

 

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Intricacy and Precision on Display

June 2012, Shirlington Branch Library.

A geisha, a clipper ship, a cozy Maine harbor: these are just some of the subjects David Jenkins has created in his cut-paper illustrations, each of which is made from a single piece of paper. Completely self-taught, Jenkins’ will amaze you with his delicacy and humor.

 

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Functional  Glass and Fabric

On display at the Central Library through May 31, 2012.

Arlington ArtWorks is a Community Residences program that provides a structured setting for individuals with a wide range of disabilities to learn and expand their creative talents.

All of the art on exhibit is available for purchase.

 

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Reduction Woodworking

On exhibit at the Shirlington Branch Library, May 2012

 

Westen describes her prints as photographic in realization and dreamlike in inspiration.  Earning an MFA from American University, Westen devotes her time to reduction woodworking.  She carves, inks, and prints the same woodblock numerous times–gradually diminishing the original piece of wood.  The end result is a unique, hand-pulled print from a hand-carved work of art.

Come see Westen’s tribute to the landscapes of Virginia, Pennsylvania and Ohio, as she captures them through her prints.

 

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React 2012

New paintings by Mary Jennings are on display on the second floor at Central Library, through May 2012.

Jennings’ work is being shown alongside our 2012 Arlington Reads exhibit, DC Punk.

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