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ABOUT THE SHOW Presented by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, the Labor Day Art Show features the work of more than 500 artists from the mid-Atlantic region. A 55-year tradition, the exhibition includes artwork in a wide range of media, including sculpture, painting and drawing, ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography, textiles, and works on paper. Artists from the Park and around the region participate in the annual exhibition, and thousands of visitors are expected over the three-day weekend for the art show as well as other Park activities. Glen Echo Park is a vibrant arts and cultural center presenting festivals, exhibitions, and dances, as well as children’s theater, music programs, nature programs, and art classes to more than 300,000 visitors each year. The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, a nonprofit organization, oversees these and other activities, including preserving the historic structures in the Park. Glen Echo Park, part of the National Park Service, is located in Glen Echo, Maryland, six miles northwest of Georgetown along the scenic Potomac River palisades.

For more information on Glen Echo Park, visit glenechopark.org or follow us on Facebook, and Instagram.

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AWARDS The Partnership will present the Labor Day Art Show Awards, cash prizes of $250 each awarded for top works in the two-dimensional and three-dimensional categories. In addition, the Park View Artist Award will include the opportunity for a solo exhibition for the selected winner in the Park View Gallery at Glen Echo Park in 2026. Each winner will also recieve a $100 gift card from Blick Art Materials.

MEET THE AWARDS JUDGE EDITH GRAVES Edith Graves is the founder of Edith Graves, Art Advisor, LLC (EGAA), representing a select group of contemporary artists nationwide. With a BFA in Art History and Studio Art and 30 years in marketing and branding, she brings a unique blend of business expertise and art world experience to her advisory practice. After co-founding Studio E Partners in 2012, she launched EGAA in 2023 to connect collectors and designers with exceptional artists and artwork. A member of ArTTable since 2014, Edith is known for fostering meaningful relationships between artists and collectors through exhibitions, studio visits, and curated events. Website - EdithGraves.com Instagram - @EdithGravesArt

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mona Kishore, President

Latonya Graham

Barbara Martin, Vice President

Gitika Kaul

Dan Hanlon, Treasurer

Heather Hanson-Rivas

Lafe Solomon, Secretary

Kenneth Hartman Espada*

Swati Gupta, At-Large

Randi Marquez

Michael Belisle, AIA

Theresa Nielson

Meryl Bloomrosen

Jonathan Glorioso Sterlin

Elizabeth Blumenfeld

Tisha Thompson

Mary Coller Albert

Moss Tuovinen

Dia Costello

Mike Zangwill

Hon. Andrew Friedson* (*Ex-Officio Members)

STAFF Katey Boerner, Chief Executive Officer

Karim Khalifa, Carousel Manager

Jenni Cloud, Marketing & Communications Director

Kristina King, Exhibitions Manager

Emily Crews, Dance & Events Program Director

William Lee, Assistant Facilities & Maintenance

Kim Cuthbert, Programs & Registration Manager

Technician

Hannah Damanka, Box Office Manager

Emily Mah Rogers, Chief Operating Officer

Clara da Silva, Assistant Registrar

Mikea Martin, Rentals & Venues Manager

Micah Fitzgerald, Marketing Assistant

Ama Mills-Robertson, Chief Program Officer

Cheryl Fuller, Business Manager

Zoe Peenstra, Exhibitions Assistant

Susan Gertenzang, Donor Relations Manager

D. Plumer, Operations Assistant Manager

Bert Kenyon, Carousel Operator

Alanna Rivera, Assistant Registrar

This directory includes all of the artists in the 2026 Labor Day Art Show. Artist statements and contact information were provided by the artists in the show.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 2D WORKS

Becky Hart �� 31 Ben Payes ��32

2UP Productions ��17

Beth Altman ��32

Aaron Buxser ��17

Beth Ayres ��33

Aaron Cohen ��159

Beth Nogay Carenbauer ��33

Aaron Simmons �� 18

Blanca Belisario ��34

Abigail Aguirre �� 18

Bob Abrams ��34

Alene McMahon �� 19

Bob Friedman ��35

Aletha Kuschan �� 19

Brandon McDonald ��35

Alla Cummins ��20

Carina Tenaglia �� 36

Allyson Ger ��20

carol lee morgan �� 36

Amanda Spaid �� 21

Caroline Clyne ��37

Amar Rajan (Age: 13) �� 21

Carolyn Avery ��37

Amy Rice ��22

Cassie Moore ��38

An Xiao ��22

Catherine Cohen (Age: 7) ��38

Andrew Wohl ��23

Catherine Najar ��39

Andrey Skripchenko ��23

Cecilia Capestany ��39

Angela Lacy ��24

Celia Slater �� 40

Anita Draper ��24

Chip Cecil �� 40

Ann Corbett ��25

Chloe Szep �� 41

Ann M. Gallagher ��25

Christina Haslinger �� 41

Ann Perper ��26

Claire Seeman ��42

Ann Rosoff-Cappelletti ��26

Claire Stover (Age: 11) ��42

Ann Rossilli ��27

Clara da Silva ��43

Ann Wallace ��27

Clover L. Kemp ��43

Archa Malhotra ��28

Collaborating with Colors ��44

Ashley Cohen ��28

Cookie Schulman ��44

Avery McCray (Age: 11) ��29

Craig Morgan ��45

Balmy Waves Creations ��29

Daniel Horowitz ��45

Barb Siegel �� 30

Darren Smith �� 46

Barbara Rose �� 30

Dave Mann �� 46

Basil Lefchick �� 31

David Berry ��47

David Voss ��47

Evgenia Andreeva �� 65

David Zerba �� 48

Felix Alvarado �� 66

Deb Virtue �� 48

Francine Marchese �� 66

Debbie M. Rappaport ��49

Gayle Rothschild �� 67

Deborah Schindler ��49

Geoff Grant �� 67

Deborah Taylor �� 50

George Ofori-Boadu (Age: 8) �� 68

Denis Clifford �� 50

Georgette Grossman �� 68

Dennis Crayon �� 51

Gillian Collins �� 69

Derrick C. Tabor �� 51

GM Guernica �� 69

DeVante Capers ��52

Grace Clark ��70

Dick Riegel ��52

Grace E. Peterson ��70

Dora Patin ��53

Graysen Viar �� 71

Dorris Hwang ��53

Greg Garcia �� 71

Dunnie Onasanya ��54

H. Cook (Age: 7) ��72

Edith Sievers ��54

Halcy Bohen ��72

Edward M. Barrows ��55

Hale Stolberg ��73

Edward Włodarczak ��55

Haley Engelstad ��73

Edwine Poku �� 56

Hannah Sanford �� 74

Elba A. Molina-Gomez �� 56

Harriet Smith �� 74

Eleanor Glattly ��57

Harry Pfohl ��75

Elisabeth Rhyne ��57

Hazel Keilson (Age: 8) ��75

Elizabeth B Davison �� 58

Heather Adler �� 76

Elizabeth Cotter �� 58

Helen Wood �� 76

Elizabeth DiFrancisco ��59

Hilary Schenker ��77

Elizabeth Oleszewski ��59

Holly Buehler ��77

Elizabeth Victoria Ferrari (Age: 5) �� 60

Howard Clare ��78

Elsa Pirozzi �� 60

Hugo Nemirovsky ��78

Emma Hough ��61

Hwayoung Lee ��79

Erica H. Ling ��61

Ihor Rykov ��79

Erica Orgen ��62

Images By Cherie Jordan �� 80

Erik Ramsey ��62

Isaac Gelb �� 80

Erin Harrison �� 63

Iza Thomas �� 81

Eva L. Lanyi �� 63

j.a. dennis �� 81

Evan Goldman �� 64

Jae Shin ��82

Evelyn Johns �� 64

James Duncan ��82

Evelyn Philipps �� 65

Jan Rowland ��83

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Jane Mann ��83

Julie Wallace �� 101

Janet DeWoskin �� 84

julie zirlin ��102

Janet Thomas Barnard �� 84

Julius Kassovic ��102

Janice Tippett �� 85

June Plotkin ��103

Jean Cooper �� 85

Justin Cook ��103

jean cooper �� 86

K. Madison - @PoliteBearArt �� 104

Jean Solari �� 86

Karen Boyer �� 104

Jeanne Powell ��87

Karen Egbert �� 105

Jennifer Dreyfus ��87

Karen Rueger �� 105

Jenny Klein �� 88

Karen Zuckerstein �� 106

Jessica Mickey �� 88

Karin Edgett �� 106

Jessie Whitten �� 89

Karine Koroukian ��107

Jill Brabant �� 89

Kasse Andrews-Weller ��107

Jill Chow �� 90

Kathee Eloise Baker �� 108

Jim Mullikin �� 90

Katherine Hackett �� 108

Jimmy Troderman �� 91

Katherine Thomas �� 109

Joan Boudreau �� 91

Kathleen H Zeifang �� 109

Joanna Church ��92

Kathryn Mohrman �� 110

John Horowitz ��92

Kathy Bowles �� 110

John Valenti ��93

Kathy Turner ��111

John Weber ��93

Kay Kosak Abrams ��111

Jon Bolas ��94

Keith Voight ��112

Jon Milstein ��94

Ken Bachman ��112

Jonah Shevitz (Age: 10) ��95

Ken Sally ��113

Jonathan Kopp ��95

Kenneth Brotherton ��113

Jose Quinonez �� 96

Kevin Milstead �� 114

Joshua Rogers �� 96

Kim Whittle �� 114

Joy Stern ��97

Kirk Knoll �� 115

Joyce Turk ��97

Kiyohiko Mabuchi �� 115

Judith A. Baldinger �� 98

kpm photo art �� 116

Judith Krauthamer �� 98

Kristi Dobrovolski �� 116

Judy E. Ackerman �� 99

Kuka Inozemtsev (Age: 10) ��117

Judy Grannas �� 99

Lauren Kafka ��117

Jules Morrison (Age: 12) �� 100

Laurent Taupenot �� 118

Julie Paez �� 100

Lea Russell (Age: 9) �� 118

Julie Shannon �� 101

Leah Rubin �� 119 7

Leela S. Ramaswamy (Age: 13) �� 119

Martha Shannon ��137

Leila Shevitz (Age: 14) ��120

Maruja Quezada ��138

Leslie Garcia ��120

Mary Ann Rametta ��138

Leslie Saum ��121

Mary Elcano ��139

Li Howard ��121

Mary Turpin ��139

Lilly Trabucco �� 122

Marybeth Davis �� 140

Lily Kak �� 122

Marydee Donnan �� 140

Lisa B Filion ��123

Matthew Jablonski �� 141

Lisa Bernstein ��123

Matthew Logan �� 141

Lisa Horowitz ��124

Maureen Howell ��142

Lisa Laohaphan ��124

Mayank Banerjee ��142

Lisa Rivoir ��125

McPherson Fine Art ��143

Liz Mullikin ��125

Meghan C. Kruger ��143

Lori G. Gordon ��126

Melanie Gross Greenfield ��144

Lori Grigsby ��126

Melanie Starr Costello ��144

Lorraine Hill ��127

Meredith Henkelman ��145

Lucienne Mettam ��127

Meredith Way Morris ��145

Luming Niu ��128

Merrilee Harrigan ��146

Lynn Evertz ��128

Michael Messner ��146

Lynn M Ruiz ��129

Michele Banks ��147

Lynn Martin ��129

Michelle Gates ��147

M Braxton ��130

Mihira Karra ��148

Madeline Kennedy ��130

Mita Lazarte ��148

Mak ��131

Mojdeh Mahdavi ��149

Marc Farley ��131

Mona Wells ��149

Margaret Ingram ��132

Monica Pittman �� 150

Maria A. Brito ��132

Most Alluring Elements �� 150

Maria-Victoria Checa ��133

Myriam Hamdallah �� 151

Marian Wiseman ��133

Nancy Garcia �� 151

Marideth Joy Sandler ��134

Nancy Hacskaylo ��152

Marie-B Cilia De Amicis ��134

Nancy Loomis ��152

Marika Meyer ��135

Nancy M Patrick ��153

Mark Adler ��135

Nancy Megas ��153

Mark Leatherman ��136

Natalie Barat ��154

Maro Nalabandian ��136

Nataliya Andreyeva ��154

Martha Campos Endara ��137

Neal Machado ��155

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Nigel Fox (Age: 14) ��155

Ronni Jolles �� 174

Nil Navaie ��156

Ronnie Offen �� 174

Nino Tielidze ��156

Rose Wienhoff �� 175

Nolan ��157

Rosemary Yue Art �� 175

Norda Kittrie ��157

Roza Matlin ��176

Norma Lynn Fox ��158

Russ Mardon ��176

Owen Herrnstadt ��158

S Roberts ��177

Pat Goslee ��159

Sahar Boussard ��177

Patricia Whittle �� 160

Sandi Atkinson ��178

Paul Fields �� 160

sandra fritter ��178

Paul Linseisen �� 161

Sandra Ullman ��179

Paul Zapatka �� 161

Sandy Olszowy ��179

Paula Bannerman (DCartist) ��162

Sara H. Becker �� 180

Paula Tobenfeld ��162

Sarah Clayton Davis �� 180

Peng Kong ��163

Sarita Pandey �� 181

Penny Smith ��163

Scott Bush �� 181

Pete Seligman ��164

Scott Tyson Davis ��182

Philip Wexler ��164

Serena Yeo ��182

Phyllis Meltzer ��165

Sharon ��183

Pia Mianulli ��165

Sharon Armstrong ��183

Piyawan (Penny) Kovach �� 166

Shelby Jia ��184

Precious Burger �� 166

Smita Parida ��184

R.C. Danis ��167

Sofia Mora Troconis ��185

Rachael Mah ��167

Somayyeh ��185

Rebecca Rothey �� 168

Sophia Hudgins (Age: 15) �� 186

Rebekah Keener �� 168

Stacy Smith Evans �� 186

Renée Nicole Ruggles �� 169

Stacy Yochum ��187

Renee Sandell �� 169

Stella Battaglia (Age: 4) ��187

Rita Furst Seifert ��170

Steve Greenberg �� 188

Rita Rubin ��170

Susan D. Kilgore �� 188

Robert G. Fishman ��171

Susan Fitter Harris �� 189

Robin Pratt ��171

Susan Gordon �� 189

Rodolfo Pérez �� 172

Susan King �� 190

Rolly Loughren �� 172

Susan Morse �� 190

Ron Greenberg ��173

Susan T. Billington �� 191

Ronie Nieva ��173

Susan Trivers �� 191 9

Susannah Edwards ��192 Suzanne McIntire ��192 Suzanne Papiewski ��193 Suzanne Updike ��193 Svetlana Rogic ��194 Taina Litwak ��194 Tamah Graber ��195 Tamar King ��195 Tara A Hamilton �� 196 Tasha Fay �� 196 Tejasi Thatte ��197 Teresa Kuschan ��197 Teresa Sites �� 198 TH Cunningham �� 198 The Art of Pamela Joy Trow �� 199 Theresa Rideout �� 199

SLEEVED PRINTS Amanda Coelho ��213 Anna Marquez ��213 Emily Blanton ��214 Jack Wilson ��214 Jared Angle ��215 M3th1ld3 (Mathilde Grant) ��215 Mauricio Athie ��216 Maya Gerstenzang (Age: 16) ��216 Nan Raphael �� 217 Pat Doyen �� 217 Ryan Gerstenzang ��218 Shawntel ��218 Sierra Barnes ��219 Sophie Ewing ��219

Tim Long ��200 Ting Rao ��200 Todd Burger ��201 Tom Foreman ��201 Tom Sliter �� 202 Tor N. Johnson �� 202 Vanessa Callahan �� 203 Vered Yanay �� 203 Veronique Legot �� 204 Vian Borchert �� 204 Vicky Perry �� 205 Wendy Kates �� 205 Wendy Russell ��206 William North ��206 Xavier Rogers (Age: 10) �� 207 Yvonne Leung �� 207 Zachary Battaglia (Age: 6) �� 208

3D WORKS Alan Zimberg ��223 Alex Kasten ��223 Andi Cullins �� 224 Andy Gallagher �� 224 Arleen Cannata Seed �� 225 B. Holliday McVicker �� 225 Benny Anderson �� 226 Betsy Jones �� 226 Bikki Stricker ��227 Bryan Sieling ��227 Carol Hurwitch �� 228 Christine Burris �� 228 Christine Goh �� 229 Cynthia Deitch �� 229 Dana Lehrer Danze �� 230 David Knipfer �� 230 Davrill Nash ��231

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Debby Anker ��231

Marcie Wolf-Hubbard �� 249

Deborah Bonsack ��232

Martin Hindel �� 249

DEBRA TINKER ��232

Mary Ellen Larkins �� 250

Ed Colahan �� 233

Mary S Wactlar �� 250

Eduard Pogikyan �� 233

Mary Silva ��251

Elisabeth Running �� 234

Maryamm Abdullah ��251

Elka Adamowicz �� 234

Matthew Fuchs �� 252

Eunkyung Han �� 235

Michaela Borghese Pop �� 252

GARY FITCH �� 235

MICHELE RUBIN �� 253

George Zarubin �� 236

Mihika Gangolli �� 253

Gerardo Bravo �� 236

Monique Camarillo �� 254

Green Tea Ceramics ��237

Nancy Jakubowski �� 254

Greg Schofer,

Neerja T. �� 255

Nothing’s Perfect Pottery ��237

Norma J. Brooks �� 255

Hannah Turner �� 238

Pam Berry/Kent Oaks Pottery �� 256

Howard Thomas Hay �� 238

Patricia Stephenson �� 256

Irene Vangsness �� 239

Pearl Chang �� 257

Isabel Church �� 239

Peter Kosa �� 257

Jane Pettit �� 240

Polina Miller �� 258

Janet Wittenberg �� 240

Rachel Levine �� 258

Jason Qin ��241

Ramiro Camarillo �� 259

Jeanne Blackburn ��241

Richard Webster �� 259

Joan Slottow �� 242

Ryan McDonnell ��260

Joanne Levin �� 242

S. Ritts ��260

Jonathan Kaler �� 243

Sadie Hammack ��261

Karen Lerohl Wilson �� 243

Sean Adams ��261

Katherine Siena Hubley �� 244

Shalini Saksena �� 262

Kathryn Bird �� 244

Shannon Lucas Westrum �� 262

Katie Mathy, It’s OK Clay �� 245

Shannon Mililani Brownlee �� 263

Katrinka Ebbe �� 245

Steena Fullmer-Anderson �� 263

Ken Beerbohm �� 246

Stephen Kohashi �� 264

Laurel Lukaszewski �� 246

Susan Haas �� 264

Liang Wei �� 247

Susan Mason �� 265

Lisa Battle �� 247

Suzanne Arden Glass �� 265

lisa kowalewski �� 248

Sydnie Rose Swain �� 266

Marc Harper �� 248

Victoria Zarubina �� 266 11

JEWELRY & WEARABLE ART Alan Darby ��271 Alanna Rivera Studios ��271 AllocDalloc ��272 Aric Kaiser ��272 Audrey Byler (Age: 10) �� 273 Avni Designs �� 273 Bonnie Campos ��274 Cara’s Creations ��274 Caroline O’Neil �� 275 Christine Lederman �� 275 Christina Nicols Handcrafted Jewelry �� 276 ColorTellaVisions LLC �� 276 Designs by Dareya �� 277 Eileen Doughty �� 277 Eva T Stolwein �� 278 Jan Solomon �� 278 Jennifer Hudnell �� 279 Joan Danoff �� 279 JOAN ZENZEN �� 280 Karen Migdail Jewelry �� 280 Kat Jamieson ��281 Linda Daniels Cermak ��281 Ma-Chi Jewelry �� 282 Melissa Scales �� 282 Nancy Sachs �� 283 Natan �� 283 Paige Wilson �� 284 Rachael Allison Designs �� 284 Roz Jacobs �� 285 Sherry Schweitzer �� 285 Sonha Mason �� 286 Vanessa J Bridges �� 286 Vivi’s Workshop �� 287 12

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2UP Productions www.2uppro.com 2uppro2@gmail.com @2uppro Hello world, I’m Lord, a digital and mixed media artist based in the D (M) V area, who likes turning people into robots. When I was a kid, my love for colored pencils, tracing paper, Saturday morning cartoons, and getting lost in the worlds of Gundam, Dragon Ball Z, and Toonami first sparked my deep love of scifi, robotics, and the extraordinary. My imagination found a new home when Photoshop came along, allowing me to transport my audience into what I see in my head. Using Photoshop wasn’t just a tool, it became my door!

Aaron Buxser @at_focal_length at.photolens@gmail.com

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Aaron Simmons amsimmonsart.com amsimmonsart@gmail.com

My goal with my artwork is to show that a better world is possible through my use of warm, inviting, vibrant colors, with my subjects as anthropomorphic animals. I want the viewer to feel welcomed into my world, no matter how dour our reality gets, and I strive to show different perspectives and experiences with the animals that I depict. The animal kingdom is the pinnacle of diversity, and I wish to map the way that animals have learned to coexist with each other onto our human way of living. I hope that everybody who views my work comes away from it with a smile, and a little bit more appreciation for the people around them.

Abigail Aguirre www.abigailcaguirre.com @acaguirre_art

My paintings and collages evolve through experimentation, layering, and careful revision. Rather than beginning with a predetermined image, I respond to the relationships that develop between shape, edge, color, and space, simplifying and adjusting until the composition feels resolved. I am fascinated by subtle relationships that create visual tension and balance. A gap that widens almost imperceptibly, two edges that nearly meet, or a slight shift in visual weight can transform the feeling of an entire composition. I use torn edges, layered paper, and slight irregularities to create that tension, allowing precision and unpredictability to exist together.

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Alene McMahon @by.alene alenemcmahon2013@gmail.com

Aletha Kuschan modernamericanartist@gmail.com

I paint and draw landscapes, still life, people, and invented scenes from life and imagination. I teach a variety of classes at Yellow Barn Studio.

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Alla Cummins @allacumminsart allavfox@hotmail.com (240) 888-8472

I am a realist artist who enjoys working across different subjects and mediums. Whether creating portraits, wildlife, landscapes, or decorative art, I am drawn to careful observation, strong craftsmanship, and expressive detail. Each piece is an opportunity to explore beauty, character, and the unique story behind the subject.

Allyson Ger allysonger.com (240) 899-4193

Creating, for me, is a dance between intuition and discovery. Rooted in the tradition of abstract expressionism, I begin each painting with openness rather than certainty. I may start with the suggestion of a mountain landscape, adding texture, color, and layers of paint, only to discover unexpected forms emerging— figures, animals, or traces of stories I never intended to paint. Like nature itself, the work is never still. It is always becoming. Curiosity drives my process. I paint to discover, not what I already know. At the canvas, I move constantly — close, then back; fast, then slow. I work with acrylic and mixed media, using paint straight from the tube, my hands, scraping, dripping, and building textured layers that reveal and conceal. I follow the rhythms I see in tides, weather, forests, and seasons, trusting intuition more than certainty. Rather than controlling the outcome, I allow the painting to lead. As each layer transforms the last, light begins to emerge from within. Unexpected forms appear, dissolve, and reappear, revealing themselves only through time, movement, and attention. Each painting becomes a conversation between intention and discovery. My work explores the space between movement and stillness, light and shadow, abstraction and recognition. Through texture, color, and gesture, I invite viewers to slow down, look again, and discover something uniquely their own. The painting is completed not only in its making, but in the moment it meets another person’s imagination. What is discovered there belongs to them—and, like the painting itself, continues to evolve.

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Amanda Spaid www.amandaspaid.com mail@amandaspaid.com @AmandaSpaidArt

Amanda Spaid is a visual artist based near Washington, DC, working in watercolor, graphite, and acrylic gouache. She teaches pet portrait and drawing workshops through the Greenbelt Recreation Arts Program, and her ongoing exhibit “Locals” features paintings of birds native to the DC area. Her work focuses on the close observation of local wildlife — the small, specific details that make a familiar creature worth a second look.

Amar Rajan (Age: 13) amarrajan7@gmail.com (202) 770-6643

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Amy Rice www.amyriceartworks.com @amyriceimages hello@amyriceartworks.com

Amy Rice is a Maryland-based mixed media artist inspired by the repeating patterns found everywhere in nature. Her unique style features a creative use of color and playful repetition intentionally designed to spark joy.

An Xiao https://www.flickr.com/photos/xiao_an/ anxiao@comcast.net

An Xiao loves visual art since young. She is an active oil painter and amateur photographer. She has been learning oil painting since moving to Maryland, and her passion for art has been developing over the years. She is a member of Yellow Barn Studio and Montgomery Art Association. She has won a few awards in the juried show of Montgomery Art Association, Yellow Barn Member show and juried show of Rockville Art League.

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Andrew Wohl https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/andrew-wohl @andrew.wohl.12 wohl22180@gmail.com (240) 393-5959

As a self-taught photographer, exploring the many forms of photography for almost 20 years, my work has evolved from images of pure texture and pattern (tree bark, stones on a riverbed), to composed images of inanimate objects (still life and found objects), to architecture, portraiture and even composite images that construct a fictional but plausible narrative. But of all these genres, the human face is the most compelling, and it is my portraiture for which I want to be known. After the pandemic I felt the need to connect with people. For reasons I do not fully understand, I began approaching strangers on the street, asking them if I could take their photograph. One such person is Daniel, an unhoused man who spends 24/7/365 at the same corner in Washington, D.C. very near the White House. He runs a website called “Clean, Honest Government” and is happy to discuss, at length, his ideas for making government more ethical. But it was his extraordinary face that got my attention and, fortunately, Daniel was nice enough to let me capture a few images, two of which I am submitting with this application for your consideration.

Andrey Skripchenko andrskrip@gmail.com (301) 351-8980

I live to show the beauty of underwater world and nature which surrounds us to everybody.

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Angela Lacy alacy1130@gmail.com www.angelaalacyart.com @Angela_Lacy_art (240) 447-5356 Reconnecting with childhood fascinations, I create representational watercolor scenes of everyday life and travel, blending my love for Japanese woodblock prints with watercolor’s spontaneous, fluid nature. A signature and active member in numerous local and national art organizations, I would love to share the joy of painting my Creator has blessed me with.

Anita Draper draperanita5@gmail.com (202) 230-8529

I was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in nearby Bethesda, Maryland. I have a BA from Northwestern University and an MA from the University of Virginia, both in English. I loved to draw from the time I was very little and was encouraged in art by my teachers and especially my mother. When my own children were young, I wrote and illustrated several picture books and tried very hard to find a publisher for them, but my best result was a string of encouraging rejection letters. Needing fulltime work, I found a job as an editor at nonprofit education associations, first working on a magazine for social studies teachers, then on magazines and books for music teachers, and finally on books for math teachers. My work on books and magazines drew on my skills with both words and graphic images, and so it had its own satisfactions. Although I never studied art formally, it has never been far from my life, and I am deeply grateful for time in my retirement to pursue my interest in art.

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Ann Corbett anncorbettart.com @anngcorbett anngcorbett@gmail.com

As an abstract painter, she seeks to observe nature’s patterns in the world around her and incorporate these elements into her work. Starting a new work, there is no set destination; she remains open to how the painting itself will evolve. What emerges is often a narrative abstraction, linking the work to a personal feeling and moment in time. Her studio is located at Artspiration, Frederick, where she has participated in their juried shows.

Ann M. Gallagher www.annsbackyardforest.org agm@saltywaters.org

Photographs capture both the reality of a place and the perspective of the photographer. As an ecologist, researcher, and science communicator, I use art to make science accessible. From Antarctic icebergs to North American ecosystems, I combine research, adventure, and visual storytelling to share the landscapes I experience and foster connection between people and nature. My images are intended to spark curiosity, encourage questions, and promote stewardship. These are the images that tell the stories that inspire action.

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Ann Perper annperper@gmail.com (240) 731-8953

Collage became my mode of artistic expression about 10 years ago. I love color and texture and bring together my own printed papers; found paper, fabric, and string; book pages; images from magazines, etc onto varied surfaces to create a collage. My collages are stories, though I’m not always immediately sure what the story is. However, the story emerges, sometimes after research of a topic that comes to me while looking at the image, or a personal story from my life is revealed.

Ann Rosoff-Cappelletti AnnRosoff-Cappelletti.com

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Ann Rossilli annrossilliart.com @annrossilli rossilli@rcn.com (301) 802-6907

Painting is a privilege and a pleasure for me, yet every painting is a challenge. The most important part of the process for me is not to attempt a picture-perfect representation, but to capture the essence of, or feeling of a particular still life, figure, or landscape scene and interpret that through color, light and brush strokes.

Ann Wallace annwallaceart.com annwallaceart@aol.com

Ann paints immediately or directly— “au premier coup” (at first stroke) or “alla prima”(at first attempt). When approaching still life paintings, she believes that the selection and arrangement of objects reveal the presence of the artist. In her portraits, she attempts to go beyond the likeness and focuses on the perceived character of the individual. And, when she is out in nature, she tries to capture the essence of the place—the movement of the sky and water; the character of the rocks, land and trees; the intensity of the colors; and the transience of the light. Ann draws inspiration from artists like James McNeill Whistler, who prefer to evoke rather than define. She believes that a painting should not serve simply to showcase the technical prowess of the painter, but instead should allow the viewer to be an integral participant in the realization of the artist’s vision. She has had numerous solo exhibits, and her paintings are in private collections throughout the country and on permanent exhibition in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia and the United States Department of Justice.

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Archa Malhotra www.artbyarcha.com @artbyarcha

Archa Malhotra loves making floral and abstract paintings on canvas, wood and paper. Acrylics is her preferred medium, but she also enjoys creating mixed media pieces. Her process is intuitive with the use of a lot of bright and bold colors. Her work draws inspiration from the gorgeous color combinations found in nature. The pieces presented here are imagined landscapes of floral fields.

Ashley Cohen rashleycohen@gmail.com

In this watercolor painting, I explore the quiet beauty found in everyday moments. A simple afternoon tea set against a blooming garden becomes a space for reflection, connection, and appreciation of the present. I use soft washes of color and delicate details to create a peaceful atmosphere that feels both familiar and nostalgic. The flowers, porcelain, and pastries symbolize comfort, celebration, and the traditions that bring people together. By balancing detailed objects with a loose, airy background, I wanted to create the feeling of a cherished memory—one that invites viewers to slow down and appreciate the beauty in ordinary experiences.

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Avery McCray (Age: 11) lnjohnson1300@hotmail.com

As a 11 year artist, I love trying different mediums to create art that make me and those around me happy. This artwork uses the sun and moon, color gradients, and flowers to send positive energy.

Balmy Waves Creations balmywaves.etsy.com @balmywavescreations balmywavescreations@gmail.com (202) 215-9136

My sea glass art pays homage to 60+ years of beachcombing along the eastern shore.

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Barb Siegel www.look2listen.com @barbsiegel_art barb@look2listen.com

This body of work is called “Unexpected Maps.” It emerges from recovery after a year of multiple crises — my cancer, my mother’s hospitalizations, my son flooded out of his apartment. Once life reconfigured into a manageable present, I found myself anew, if not yet renewed, returning to what gives me joy: color, pattern, the unexpected. The work is primarily watercolor, with oil pastels, Prismacolor pencils, graphite, and watercolor pencils. I feel like a kindergartener when the oil pastels resist the watercolor. I love the control and not-control of watercolor pencils: can I sharpen it to a thin line, are they more fun fat, can I keep water away from it as I add more paint? What happens when I tilt the paper and let it drip? The paint underneath is like my life — what has happened has changed me, it remains, but I can fill the present with presence and beauty. I gravitate towards the register of relief and energy: warm reds, oranges, yellows, circles resisting into bloom. But some days the color drops out and what’s underneath comes forward — darker, rooted, more body than garden. I don’t choose which day it will be. I try not to judge and just observe. Running through several pieces is a band of looping, cursive marks that never resolve into words. I didn’t plan it. It showed up, and I kept letting it back in. I think it’s a language from before I have words for things, and I’d rather keep it that way than translate it. The work is intentionally untitled; numbers are their archive file. I’m working from curiosity, not seeking meaning, only hoping for another question to answer. After a hard year, I’m happy to wait for the names to speak. These paintings are gifts from a place of exploration, openness, and a waiting presence.

Barbara Rose barbaralrose@hotmail.com (978) 774-7714

I combine colorful materials to create novel and joyful designs.

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Becky Hart MiddleburgMoxie.com @middleburgmoxie middleburgmoxie@gmail.com (703) 282-6740 My intention is to capture your whimsical charm and personality in a way that is creatively unexpected. Luminous photos that capture the real you. I believe in creating photos that showcase vibrant energy. Photos that capture the magic of the moment. Authenticity is the key ingredient in my photo recipe. Big bright smiles are lovely, but equally appealing are the unlikely expressions. You’re a complex and beautiful, genuine original – It’s my wish to celebrate all facets of you.

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Ben Payes @bepayes bepayes@gmail.com

Beth Altman BLAltman@juno.com (202) 686-6307

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Beth Ayres www.bethayresstudio.com ayresb@ayreslawgroup.com

I have always derived my inspiration from nature and I create art as a way to express my love for the natural world, especially animals. At an early age I was quite taken with Henri Rousseau’s jungle paintings and, like him, I choose subjects that both delight me and capture my imagination. Through my work I try to display my reverence for nature, which is also reflected in my vegetarian lifestyle. Drawing natural forms allows me to really look at something and to stop and fully appreciate the wonder of that thing. I use a variety of mediums, including graphite, colored pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, etching and watercolor to create images that convey my love and respect for my subjects and that speak to others about the wonder and beauty of natural things. “In the vaunted works of Art The master-stroke is Nature’s part.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

Beth Nogay Carenbauer www.paintingstones.com @paintingstonesllc paintingstones@yahoo.com

I am a Washington DC-based artist whose work draws inspiration from my West Virginia roots. I create quilt-like wall hangings using both vintage and everyday objects, merging the language of traditional quilting with unexpected tapestries. My artistic process involves collecting objects with practical uses—such as utensils, hardware, and vintage accessories—and arranging and joining them one at a time, echoing the piecing of a quilt. Through this approach, I transform common items, many on the verge of obsolescence, into tactile “textiles” that invite viewers to reconsider their definitions of art. By elevating these objects from the background of daily life, I reveal their often-overlooked beauty. My installations are designed to be both familiar and surprising, honoring tradition while challenging the boundaries between art, craft, and artifact. Through my work, I aim to celebrate resilience, resourcefulness, and the extraordinary value found in ordinary objects.

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Blanca Belisario @b.belisarioart blancabelisario@hotmail.com

I am a landscape artist inspired by the natural beauty of Virginia and Maryland. I love painting trees, gardens, and local architecture capturing the charm and character of the places around me.

Bob Abrams icepeep@aol.com (703) 282-9495

I was always thought of as an Outdoorsman, but I prefer Naturalist.

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Bob Friedman bobfriedmanphotography.com photobob@nyu.edu

Brandon McDonald bmcdonald@comcast.net @bmcd_pen_and_ink

Many of my creative bursts follow on the heels of a great hike or trail run. There is magic in following a trail into the woods— discovery. I’m engaged with the contrast of steps dipping into concealed shadows, the cool bower of trees, followed by the climb out and into a new vista of tree and rock landscape. I’m finding inspiration in expressing the balance of near and far and engaging with the problem of how to capture that feeling of being in it.

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Carina Tenaglia carinatenaglia.com @CarinaTenagliaArt carina@carinatenaglia.com

Carina Tenaglia is a Latina self-taught abstract artist living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Her work is inspired by natural and artificial elements, neutral palettes, metallic accents, and themes of social justice. Carina aims to capture depth and light in each piece, as well as unique textural elements. Most of Carina’s pieces contain many layers, and combine various techniques and patterns.

carol lee morgan artistofthefigure.com carolartist@verizon.net (202) 394-2060

I am impressed with the beauty of landscape, which I capture in photography.. It is a new medium for me.

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Caroline Clyne www.carolineclyne.com caroline.clyne@gmail.com (301) 250-0085

My detail-oriented practice unites my love of nature and art in a meditative and intentional manner. My exploration of botanical life seeks to emphasize and explore color, pattern, and light, highlighting the intricacies we often miss.

Carolyn Avery @clavery111

I always have a reason to paint a particular painting or scene and I try to make that reason evident in the painting; to make it known to the viewer. My hope is that my reason will then resonate with the viewer. DC native and a Montgomery County resident since 1980.

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Cassie Moore @Casmoart

Catherine Cohen (Age: 7) This piece was created using oil pastel, paper and glue in a collage style creation.

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Catherine Najar catherinenajar.com cathynajarart@gmail.com (240) 277-1488

As an abstract mixed media artist, I create intuitively, allowing color, texture, and emotion to guide each piece. My work is created with acrylic paint, woody pencils, and collage elements. I am endlessly inspired by the process of mixing colors and discovering unexpected combinations that bring energy and depth to each composition. I allow my paintings to unfold organically. Every mark, layer, and color choice reflects a moment of curiosity, joy, or reflection. My hope is that my work invites viewers to pause, explore, and connect with their own emotions and imagination. For me, art is a celebration of creativity, freedom, and the beauty found in the unexpected.

Cecilia Capestany www.ceciliacapestany.com @ceciliacapestany ccapestany@gmail.com

Cecilia has studied drawing and watercolor painting with local artists and has exhibited throughout the region. She’s a nature enthusiast and loves to travel, from which she draws plenty of inspiration for her artwork. Her most recent body of work is a series of bird portraits—some intimate, others viewed from afar. Cecilia is a Signature Member of the Baltimore Watercolor Society, the Potomac Valley Watercolorists, as well as a member of the Art League of Alexandria.

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Celia Slater www.celiaslaterart.com @CeliaSlaterArt celiaslater.art@gmail.com (571) 228-5948 My photography explores the space between reality and imagination through layered imagery that is both recognizable and abstract. By combining colors, textures, and shadows, I create visual narratives that invite viewers to imagine their own stories. I love finding a linear, spatial or thematic connection between two photographs, fitting different images together like a puzzle, and transforming something straightforward into something more rich and multi-layered. My aim is to create surprising but harmonious compositions that invite a second look. Secret worlds and magical journeys have always enchanted me — the ability to disappear into different windows of time. Photography allows me to build those spaces visually. By layering two images, I can blur the boundaries between the tangible and the imagined, creating images that feel dreamlike, immersive, and open to interpretation. I am particularly drawn to the beauty and mystery of natural landscapes, abandoned buildings, architectural elements, and multilayered urban scenes. My aim is not only to breathe new life into forgotten structures, but also to encourage viewers to consider the complex ways humans, time, and nature are intertwined. My process includes a lot of wandering, watching, and thinking through how I can transform the elements I find into something unexpected that’s thought-provoking or just fun. My work is 100% human created and edited.

Chip Cecil paintchip10@aol.com (227) 224-2690

Chip Cecil is a Maryland-based artist whose work moves between realism, surrealism, trompe l’oeil, and abstract expressionism His work has been exhibited across the DMV, and Baltimore, including at the Antique Auto Museum in Hershey, PA. A published cartoonist, Chip’s drawings have appeared in The New York Times, The Times of London, and other publications. He is also served on the faculty at Glen Echo’s Yellow Barn Studio.

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Chloe Szep chloeszep.com @moonialin chloe@szep.com (202) 744-7021

I am a mixed media artist currently studying Animation at the California Institute of the Arts. Growing up in Bethesda, Glen Echo Park has been a cornerstone of my childhood and artistic development. My work is driven by a love of experimentation, using color and mixed media to explore new techniques and create expressive, vibrant images.

Christina Haslinger christinahaslingerstudio.com christina@christinahaslingerstudio.com Award-winning, water media artist, Christina Haslinger, displays colorful acrylic, watercolor and water media paintings of a variety of subjects. Christina believes that artwork can be healing and looking at artwork can heal the soul and enliven the heart. Her desire is for her paintings to embody consciousness which uplifts the viewer. One observer of her work expressed her medium as “light,” for the quality of light conveys in both her realistic and abstract works. Nature inspires Christina as seen in acrylic landscapes of rich colors but also provides underpaintings to abstract works. She frequently uses photographs from her travels and loves painting cows which move into her canvas “acreage” to graze. She studied acrylic painting for three decades with the late master colorist, Doris Haskel. Artists who inspire her are Pat Dews for abstract work, Wendy Daniels and Firouzeh Sadeghi for watercolor, and for color and composition: Monica Pittman, Holly Buehler and Walt Bartman. Christina is a member of Haskel’s Palette, Montgomery Art Association, Maryland Federation of Art and the Rockville Art League and exhibits locally. After a career in office administration, she focuses on creating art and the healing arts as a licensed Massage and CranioSacral practitioner in Maryland.

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Claire Seeman (703) 201-9566

Living in the country has opened my eyes to life and nature. I wasn’t able to appreciate while living in urban environments. I am grateful for the many opportunities to hone my photograph skills as I regularly seek to capture the beauty of the country.

Claire Stover (Age: 11)

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Clara da Silva @creatur3feature

Clover L. Kemp www.surfacedesign.org/members/premium-gallery/

@CLOVERLKEMP cloverkemp@gmail.com

Clover L. Kemp is a Bethesda, Maryland, USA textile artist using textiles, threads & mixed media to create visual vignettes. Their contemporary quilts are inspired by architecture, nature, their daily living environment capturing their imagination with unique memories of living & working in three different continents. Their artistic practice outcomes are abstract, objective, 2-dimensional art emphasizing color, movement, organic shapes, mark making lines & deconstructed pattern. They have completed numerous workshops and community college art courses in surface design, art quilt making techniques, dyeing, color use, drawing, art marketing, photography. Their academic background and job careers include economics, computer science, information systems & nursing. Their artwork has been featured in juried group fine art/craft gallery exhibits: national & international.

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Collaborating with Colors I am drawn to abstract painting because it offers limitless possibilities. I never begin with a predetermined image or idea. Instead, I collaborate with color, allowing intuition and feeling to guide the process as each painting develops naturally. I trust the work to reveal itself, responding to what unfolds rather than trying to control it. Every painting is an exploration—creating something new that could not have been planned, and inviting others to experience it through their own feelings and imagination.

Cookie Schulman cookieschulman@gmail.com (301) 529-6661

Cookie finds joy in transforming the everyday into vibrant, whimsical impressions. My work captures the simple joyful moments that often go unnoticed. Through my art, I aim to bring a smile to your face and a splash of color to your day, by infusing positivity and imagination. I hope my paintings inspire you to see the world through a more joyful lens.

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Craig Morgan craigamorganartist.com camorganartist@gmail.com

I have a portable easel and like to spend afternoon hours in the Maryland countryside painting watercolors. My images and compositions tend to emphasis the woods and the fields and the sky and the farms; a familiarity with a portion of the past that is still here in the present.

Daniel Horowitz www.danielhorowitz.art @dclensman daniel@danielhorowitz.art (703) 629-6576 My photographs explore the layered character of the places where we live and gather - the familiar made strange by darkness, weather, weather, and time. King Street in Snow III captures Old Town Alexandria during a rare winter night when the street falls silent and the warm glow of its historic brick storefronts pushes back against the cold dark sky, revealing a city most residents have never quite seen. Washington Casts a Long Shadow uses long exposure to render the Washington Monument in black and white, the slow sweep of cloud and wind visible in the frame, the monument’s shadow looming beside it almost like a second presence. Together, these images ask what endures in public spaces when the crowds are gone and conditions force a different kind of attention - and what the monuments and streetscapes we pass daily might reveal if we stop to look at them on their own terms. I live and work within walking distance of most of my subjects, and I find that proximity and patience, returning again and again to the same places, eventually yields images that surprise even me.

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Darren Smith www.darrensmithart.com @darrensmithart darrensmithart@gmail.com

Postage stamps offer unique windows into the cultures of the countries that created them. Who or what did they choose to honor? What artistic style was used? Darren Smith was perusing his father’s collection of stamps and thought they would be better appreciated as art, rather than languishing in a dusty album. His passions for travel, world cultures, and art merge in his handmade stamp collages. He individually glues the stamps on illustration board. Each handmade collage is an original, including stamps from the early 1800s to 2000s that have been on journeys around the world on correspondence of matters great and small.

Dave Mann Nuovo.com dave.mann@nuovo.com (703) 297-5149

I like to capture or create scenes which evoke a mood or a strong sense of place or of time. I try to include evidence of different human experiences, feelings and values. People have dealt with the same issues, one way or another, since time before time. They come to us as legends, myths, metaphors and social media. Art is a wonderful lens to view the world closely.

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David Berry davidberryphotography.com @spot99 dberry132@me.com (202) 631-9693 I am a film photographer - 8x10, 120, and 35mm. I generally use black and white film and tend to focus on landscapes and nature. I process my film and make both silver gelatin darkroom and platinum-palladium prints.

David Voss http://dvoss.net info@dvoss.net (301) 542-3996

David Voss is a photographer in Silver Spring, Maryland. His work is in several private collections and has been exhibited at Photoworks, Foundry Gallery, the Athenaeum, Hill Center, Dorchester Center for the Arts, and Falls Church Arts.

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David Zerba www.davidzerba.com @zerba.art davidzerba@icloud.com (202) 644-3952

I’m an American artist creating photorealistic digital landscapes and scenes. My work explores vulnerability and protection, religion and institutions, the divide between artificial and natural, and the tension between what’s revealed and what stays hidden. Working primarily in 3D modeling software, I use approaches borrowed from photography and film to produce moments in time that feel captured rather than created.

Deb Virtue My work explores the quiet grandeur of Washington, DC’s iconic architecture through the meticulous medium of counted cross stitch. Working from my own nighttime photographs, I transform fleeting moments of light into thousands of carefully placed stitches on 32-count black linen over a single thread. I am drawn to the way darkness reveals details often overlooked in daylight, as historic buildings seem to glow from within. The Washington National Cathedral’s illuminated rose window comes to life through variegated metallic thread, while the Capitol Dome captures the quiet significance of a nighttime session of Congress, accompanied by the American and POW/MIA flags. The slow, deliberate process of miniature stitching mirrors the craftsmanship embodied in these monumental structures. By translating my photographs into thread, I seek to preserve not only architectural precision but also the atmosphere of stillness, reverence, and enduring strength that these landmarks evoke after dark.

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Debbie M. Rappaport www.debbierappaportfineart.com @morgaport dmorgaport@gmail.com

Art has a way of finding me when I need it most, and I want my work to offer that kind of comfort to others. Using watercolor as my medium, I paint portraits that reveal a person’s soul and depth, capturing a single moment and the totality of the person all at once.

Deborah Schindler deborahfschindler@gmail.com (240) 671-4482

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Deborah Taylor www.dtaylorstudio.com deborahltaylor@mac.com (571) 235-3221

I can’t remember a time when I was not interested in some type of creative expression. I am grateful that I get to make art a part of my life. My subject matter is always about interesting shapes, values, and colors whether that is in more representational art or in abstract work. My work investigates light and shadow and the joining of those two families. I seek a balance in my paintings with an eye toward the emotional response. Oil paint has been my medium of choice for years but I love experimenting with gouache, other water media, wax and graphite. Deborah is a long-time resident of Arlington VA, and has studied with many prominent artists. She is an active member of Studio 10 Artists, and an active member and former board member of both the Arlington Artists Alliance and The Art League.

Denis Clifford deniscliffordart.wordpress.com @dcliffordmdart_ denizcliffurd@gmail.com (318) 393-5919 In 2024, I had the great privilege of taking private lessons from my favorite artist, Gary Jenkins. Doing so was eye-opening and life-changing. Jenkins taught me to create in a contemporary abstract-realist style that I have pursued to this day. I credit him with any future success.

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Dennis Crayon denniscrayon.com @dennis.crayon webcrayon@hotmail.com

Because the Night. I paint ordinary moments after dark—the walk home, a passing car, light spilling onto wet pavement, someone disappearing into the distance. These are places most people would walk past without noticing, yet they are often the moments that stay with us. Rather than describing a scene with sharp detail, I want the paintings to feel the way memories do: softened at the edges, where light becomes more important than objects and atmosphere matters more than accuracy. The blur isn’t about what can’t be seen; it’s about what is remembered. Night simplifies the world. Streetlights, reflections, and distant headlights become quiet landmarks that invite the viewer to slow down and fill in the spaces with their own experiences. Each painting leaves room for personal memory, allowing the familiar to become something quietly universal. These paintings are an invitation to pause—to stand in that space between observation and recollection, where a scene feels remembered rather than observed.

Derrick C. Tabor @derrick.tabor.58 dtab221@yahoo.com (301) 706-1123

Derrick C. Tabor is a Maryland-based photographer and mixed media artist whose landscape and nature photography and nature inspired art work has been exhibited throughout the District of Columbia and Maryland, including the Black Rock Center for the Arts, Kentland’s Mansion, Strathmore, Hill Center Galleries, and Glen Echo. He holds a Master’s Certificate in Photography from Montgomery College, Rockville, Maryland. Sunrise at Niagara Falls – before the sun rose, I ran to locate the best spot for capturing this once in a lifetime image. I was inspired to arrive in time and to be at the very best location to capture the sunlight dancing off of the morning clouds. I was leaving at the end of the day and this was my only chance to capture the sunrise. Baltimore Harbor Night Lights – Could I capture the light reflected off of the water rippling under a slow steady breeze? How about the flickering nightlights illuminating the diverse and interesting geometric structures and their shadows surrounding the harbor? I was motivated to do and to render my image in black and white.

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DeVante Capers www.devantecapers.com @devantecapers92 devante.capers92@gmail.com

I am a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores what it means to move through the world as an outsider. Diagnosed with highfunctioning autism, I use painting, writing, dance, photography, and mixed media to translate my lived experiences into visual and embodied stories. My work reflects themes of belonging, difference, and self-acceptance, shaped by my perspective as an autistic person navigating a society not always designed for people like me. Through my art, I invite others, especially those who feel unseen, misunderstood, or labeled, to reflect on their own identities and modes of expression. While my work often opens conversations about autism, it is ultimately about connection: how we understand ourselves, how we are perceived, and how creative expression can bridge the space between isolation and belonging.

Dick Riegel richardriegel41@gmail.com

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Dora Patin www.dorapatinart.com @dorapatinart dorapatinart@gmail.com

Dora Patin is a representational oil painter specializing in still life. She is drawn to close-up compositions that allow for an intimate and detailed exploration of her subjects. She studies each subject with a careful, observant eye, often incorporating symbolism, metaphors, and allegory to add deeper meaning to her work. Flowers are among her favorite subjects to paint. Their beauty captivates her, and their ever-changing nature serves as a reminder of the passage of time. By painting them, she preserves a fleeting moment, inviting viewers to slow down and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us.

Dorris Hwang Dorris Hwang is a visual artist whose work delves into the complexities of the human condition, capturing the nuances of identity, emotions, and sense of place. With a focus on abstraction through experimental palette knife mark-making and blending techniques, she invites viewers to slow down and contemplate the quiet, ordinary moments we experience everyday.

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Dunnie Onasanya www.dunnietheartist.com @dunnieo & @dunnietheartist dunnietheartist@gmail.com (202) 313-8477 My work explores the evolution of the human spirit through vibrant abstract compositions, using layered textures and mixed media including metallic pigments, gold leaf, and glass to capture movement, spiritual awareness, and the transformative power of light on canvas. Inspired by the beauty of nature, human connection, and personal transformation, my work reflects themes of energy, emotion, resilience, and inner awakening through color, movement, and immersive visual storytelling. As an abstract expressionist painter, I create large scale works rooted in an intuitive process shaped by lived experience and expressed through storytelling. Color serves as both language and energy within my practice, encouraging viewers to engage with each composition on both a sensory and emotional level. A recurring element throughout my work is the use of gold leaf, symbolizing royalty, rejuvenation, rebirth, and divine alignment. Combined with layered textures and luminous surfaces, these materials create dimensional experiences that shift with light and perspective. Alongside my studio practice, I also serve as a faculty art instructor and teaching artist, creating immersive experiences rooted in mindfulness, selfexpression, and creative liberation. Through both art and education, I aim to create work that heals, inspires, and transforms.

Edith Sievers edithsievers.com Living in different parts of the world, enhanced my sensitivity to the vastness, beauty, and natural wonders of the world. Drawn to communicate the universality of my experiences I am taken to places deep in my visual memory, and on location, while my work retains the core elements of brilliant colors, shape, and light applying thick palette knife strokes and layering techniques using acrylics, oil paint, mixed media, and watercolor.

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Edward M. Barrows barrowse@georgetown.edu

I celebrate the diversity of life with photography, being fascinated with the anatomies, colors, movements, and shapes of Earth’s millions of organism species. My pictures are often photo collages using images of actual organisms with landscapes, leaves, skies, and water as backgrounds. These collages range from realistic though fanciful. Some have color adjustments that represent what animals with more kinds of color receptors than Humans might see. As part of photographic playfulness, I often make it obvious that I have placed organisms in compositions with Photoshop. Many artists, scientists, and others have influenced my work. Living artists include the multimedia artist Yayoi Kusama and painter James Guppy. I continuously learn from photographers who present their work in Photoworks Coffee Critique, Glen Echo Park, and beyond. Photoworks instructor and former director Karen Keating has said that my photographic voice is dominated by color. I work in view of our current, frightening, worldwide Biodiversity Crisis.

Edward Włodarczak The use of different to all my artwork.

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Edwine Poku @edwinepokustudio pedwinepoku@gmail.com

I sculpt objects and paintings to investigate the role spirituality plays in everyday thought and life. I am building on ideas put forth through generations using folklores and fireside stories. I am influenced by human interaction with elements (air, water, fire, and earth). The goal is to illustrate nonphysical ideas about the world and the cosmos, extended from our view. Through the use of texture and an exploration of various materials, I depict movement, change and transformation within the work. In this depiction, I manipulate and apply color through gestural mark making with hands and expressive bodily movements to mimic the fluidity and advancement of time. My work is theoretical and physical, and it develops through replication, labor and an affinity with materials. The work continues to transform with time even after it is completed. I work with acrylic paint mixed with collected natural materials from different parts of the world and artificial materials to create paintings and sculptures based on identifiable shapes. The paint mixed with these materials wrap and cover the canvas, creating textural effects that celebrate encounters with color and the organic. My work takes advantage of the performative nature of materials and their ability to be molded and crafted to create new forms and structures.

Elba A. Molina-Gomez elbaamol@gmail.com (202) 870-2503

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Eleanor Glattly eglattly@gmail.com (301) 461-7208

Elisabeth Rhyne bethsblocks.com @bethsblocks rhyneelisabeth@gmail.com

Elisabeth is an emerging artist working in Arlington, Virginia. Her aesthetic vision tends toward simple bold images. Her practice is based mainly on carving rubber or linoleum, especially as stamps, then printing them and developing the prints further with paint and collage. Initially drawn to geometric patterns, her approach now often suggests narratives that can be mysterious or whimsical. Her work has been featured in exhibits across the DMV. In addition to making art, Elisabeth teaches stamp carving and printing workshops and is the Director of the Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour.

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Elizabeth B Davison @elizabethdavison89 ebdavison@aol.com (202) 302-6309

I have been making art quilts for about 20 years but have been sewing since I was a child. I am inspired by nature, color and memories from life’s many adventures. I love birds, the ocean, gardens as well as cityscapes from my career as an urban planner. I have taken many workshops with internationally recognized art quilters over the past 20 years. I generally use cotton and silk in my work, with embellishments of hand stitching beads and some found objects. I dye most of the fabric I use, both with natural dyes and mineral dyes.

Elizabeth Cotter @elizabethcotterart elizabethcotterart@gmail.com

My work is a celebration of the beauty and color found in nature. Each piece is an invitation to pause and connect with the simple wonders around us. I work intuitively using a variety of materials including acrylic, charcoal, and pastel. The process is spontaneous, layered, and evolving, like the subject matter itself. My pieces don’t aim to replicate the natural world, but rather to evoke what I see as its essence –a sense of joy, hope, and emotional renewal.

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Elizabeth DiFrancisco Liz D Designs On facebook edifrancisco@yahoo.com (703) 966-2990

I love being outdoors as both a gardener and an artist. My work reflects the beauty I see in nature. I try to capture the amazing gifts in nature, on paper.

Elizabeth Oleszewski betsy3352@gmail.com

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Elizabeth Victoria Ferrari (Age: 5) ivictoria.galvan@gmail.com

My painting is called Shiny. I used acrylic paint on canvas because I like making bright colors that stand out. I wanted to draw happiness in a picture. I think happiness can look different for everyone. Some people smile, some people laugh, and some people feel happy in quiet ways. I wanted my painting to remind people that everyone has their own way of showing joy. I decided to submit this painting because my family encouraged me to share my art with other people. They helped me think about how art can make people feel something. I hope when people look at Shiny, it makes them feel happy and reminds them that happiness can shine in many different ways.

Elsa Pirozzi @atelier_phantasmagoria

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Emma Hough @Plantbeautician warrior4creativity@gmail.com

In this series I am exploring the motif’s from the Rococo and Impressionism era. Pulling the elegance of gold edging and mirrors from the 18th century and combining it with the feathery 19th century brush strokes, I look to honor the beauty from both these time periods.

Erica H. Ling ehlingarchitect.com erica@ehlingarchitect.com (202) 468-2558

For as long as I can remember, I have loved to draw. In high school I took many art courses, including watercolor, and wondered how to combine my love of the arts and the sciences. Inspired by art and nature, I now have been practicing architecture for over 40 years, seeking beauty and order in our messy world. As an architect drawn to color and to light as it renders form and illuminates space, I have been enjoying the quest, often elusive, to capture a particular quality of light or to depict form and space using watercolor. I value this opportunity to observe closely and work to create something of beauty. Watercolor requires patience and persistence, but it is so rewarding to get something just right.

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Erica Orgen www.ericaorgen.com @erica.orgen erica.orgen@gmail.com (301) 938-1715

‘Cleopatra’ and ‘Ultra Blue’ are part of my series, “And She Was”, depicting expressive female figures often merging into abstract space. Their gaze commands attention. There is an interplay between clarity and ambiguity through the technical use of loose brushwork, intense color, and texture. The images are complete when the paintings’ formal properties and content enhance the figure’s psychological possibilities.

Erik Ramsey @Eramsey07 eramsey07@gmail.com (202) 817-0160

I enjoy a variety of means to express myself visually. Painting both oil and water based media are my usual formats, but graphic arts and print making also hold my interest. I find myself at times caught in the trap of being overly controlled, always pushing to find the painterly, loose, expression. All to free the creative spirit!

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Erin Harrison @_thecraftycrocheter erin.harrison1431@gmail.com (540) 588-5684

Erin is a self-taught glass and fiber artist based in the DMV region. She enjoys experimenting with the intersection of traditional craft techniques, combining crochet, stained glass, and fused glass to create unique works. Inspired by the colors, textures, and patterns found in nature, her work explores the beauty that emerges when organic forms meet handcrafted materials.

Eva L. Lanyi evalindalanyi.com ellphotography@evalindalanyi.com

I simply love experiencing nature and wildlife. Whether with my camera or not, being amidst landscapes and animals, where little to no human footprint exists, is good for my soul. My photographs reflect my joy at being out in the wild and aim to share that feeling with my viewers.

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Evan Goldman www.evangoldman.com @evangoldmanart evan@evangoldmanart.com (301) 412-3212

In my painting Harry the Cowboy, I wanted to capture both the subject’s personality and the warm, evocative atmosphere of a sunset. The portrait was painted from a live model, while the background was created from my imagination. I also made my painting, Liilii the Cow Girl this way. I enjoy the process of combining careful observation with imagined elements to create a cohesive narrative that goes beyond a straightforward portrait, inviting the viewer into a more expressive and personal world.

Evelyn Johns @ejohns.art evelynrjohns@gmail.com

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Evelyn Philipps evelynkphilipps@gmail.com (301) 365-3035

My husband and I have lived in Montgomery County since 1970 and raised our children here. One of our daughters continues to live here and has raised her family here. I worked as a substitute teacher in MoCo for several years and then went back to school to get an MSW. I became a geriatric social worker and thoroughly enjoyed my career for 20 years. I started watercolor painting after I retired. I took several wonderful classes at Glen Echo. I love nature and bright colors and my work reflects these qualities.

Evgenia Andreeva @evgenia_art4you evgenia.art4you@gmail.com (240) 506-1976

Evgenia is an artist with a background in architecture, which informs a deep appreciation for structure, form, and spatial harmony. Working primarily in impressionism and naturalism Evgenia creates works that celebrate the dialogue between nature, space, and illumination.

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Felix Alvarado photo.felixalvarado.org @falvarado00 felix.alvarado.99@gmail.com

“Verdant” shows nature growing lush within a human structure (the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, D.C.) while “Branching” plays with the overlap between the shape of a tree trunk and a crack in a sidewalk in Lima, Peru. In these ways, I try to remind us that we inescapably live within nature, and are part of it.

Francine Marchese www.francinemarchese.com @francinemarcheseart fmarchese07@gmail.com (410) 227-5171

Francine Marchese is an artist and teacher living in Baltimore, Maryland. She creates atmospheric and colorful paintings using still life and landscape motifs.

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Gayle Rothschild gaylerothschild.com @grothschildphotos

Geoff Grant edenfarmphotography.com geoffgrant2010@gmail.com (717) 339-9057

Geoff Grant, Fairfield, PA. is a fine art photographer who finds expression in “painterly” landscapes, graphic street scenes, and candid portraits of people of many different cultures. He enjoys color, but very often his most powerful images are black and white. He has traveled extensively in Scotland Ireland, Sicily, Southeast Asia, the Philippines, Greece, Turkey, and throughout the United States. He has trained at workshops in Ireland, Scotland, Maine, and New Mexico. His work has been accepted in the Delaplaine Art Center National Juried Show, other Delaplaine exhibits, including the Veterans Exhibit, November 2025, the Adams County Arts Council Juried Exhibits, including 2026, the Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, the Maryland Photography Alliance, the Historic Gettysburg Adams County Barn Arts Exhibits, and other local venues in Maryland and Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Frederick Camera Clique, the Creative Photographic Society of Baltimore, the Maryland Photography Alliance, and the Foothills Artists 2012-2024.

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George Ofori-Boadu (Age: 8) gob777@gmail.com (434) 409-6110 I am 8 years old. I love to draw. I am learning the different forms of art. I hope to show my work in a museum one day!

Georgette Grossman https://pixels.com/profiles/georgette-grossman GEORGETTEGRO@GMAIL.COM

Georgette Grossman uses her photography to share her vision of the world with others. She captures moments she wants to remember. Her subjects include abstracts, people, places, and nature, especially flowers. She has had 3 solo exhibits (2015, 2018, & 2022) at Beanetics Coffee Roasters coffee shop in Annandale, VA. Her images, A Man and his Dog and Quiet Lunch were selected for Volume 31 of The Northern Virginia Review, Spring 2017. Georgette has shown her images at The Art League in Alexandria, VA, the Glen Echo Annual Labor Day Art Show, the ArtSpace Herndon Fine Art Photography Exhibit, Mid-Atlantic Photo Visions Expo annual exhibit, Washington Gardener Magazine, and the Annual Joseph Miller Abstract Photography Exhibit. She was the president of the Northern Virginia Photographic Society (NVPS) 2014-2015.

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Gillian Collins GillianCollinsArt.com @gilliancollinsart gdcpaint@gmail.com

Travel has a way of slowing us down and inviting us to notice the beauty in places both familiar and far from home. My paintings are inspired by the landscapes, architecture, and everyday moments I encounter along my journeys. Rather than simply documenting a location, I strive to capture the atmosphere, light, and emotion that make each place memorable.

GM Guernica www.gmguernicaart.com @gmguernica gmguernica.art@gmail.com

I explore the continuum between representational and abstract art, with the majority of my work falling in-between. My art includes semi-abstract figures, landscapes, and still life. My figures appear in ambiguous situations, conveying a narrative. My landscapes and still life challenge the viewer’s preconceived notions. Color is an important element in my pieces. I work with acrylic paints and pastels, adding charcoal and graphite.

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Grace Clark @gclark_photos gcc1970@yahoo.com

I take photographs of life guard chairs that try to show the chair as a piece of architecture. I’m interested in this subject because the details of the chair show how the ocean light makes every image different. I have been influenced by photographers such as Imogene Cunningham and Helen Levitt who photographed everyday things and events in extraordinary ways. I hope that the work will make viewers feel the quiet of a late day at the beach.

Grace E. Peterson www.gracepetersonstudio.com

Experimenting with combinations of paints, gels, mediums and collage gives me a rich and varied palette to use in my paintings. My goal is to engage the viewer with something different, something exciting, something that will cause a person to linger and contemplate. It is said that the best part of painting is the journey. I agree and I am having a wonderful adventure.

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Graysen Viar @graysenviar.art graysenviar@gmail.com

There is a distinct serenity that can only be felt by an afternoon spent by the side of the marsh. Currently living (trapped) in the city, my work seeks to bring this feeling home. Painting elegant water fowl and color-filled landscapes, my paintings provide an escape and a glimpse back into the emotion of sitting quietly on the dock.

Greg Garcia https://www.flickr.com/people/gargallery/ gregory_t_garcia@hotmail.com

An old friend once told me to “F8 and be there”, which essentially means “have an open eye, good timing and don’t sweat the technicals.” In practice it means almost everything I do on the camera or the phone is set to Auto, with little to no editing. For me it is simply about composition, form, color, lighting, contrast and themes. And “when no one is looking,” people are fascinating.

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H. Cook (Age: 7) I like taking ordinary things and turning them into something unexpected. I wanted to make a soda can feel fun and alive by giving it a silly face and a big personality. I hope people smile when they see it and maybe imagine a story about who this character is.

Halcy Bohen halcybohen@gmail.com (202) 365-1354

Hope folks like these landscapes!

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Hale Stolberg hsphotographic.com @hale.on.earth hale@hsphotographic.com (773) 315-7282

Hale Stolberg is a photographer working in the District of Columbia, focusing on capturing the built environment, and the people that inhabit it. His process centers around maintaining analog processes and techniques to develop and print film, and sharing that passion with others in the DC photography community.

Haley Engelstad haleyengelstad.portfoliobox.net haleyengelstad22@gmail.com

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Hannah Sanford www.hannahsanfordart.com @hannahsanfordfineart hannahsanfordart@gmail.com

I’m an abstract artist exploring color combinations and textured surfaces through oil, acrylic, and mixed media on canvas. My work has been described as “instinctive and melodic” — a reflection of the photography and music that shape both my creativity and my creations. I aim to balance spontaneity with intentionality, creating art that feels personal, inviting, and alive with energy.

Harriet Smith www.abstractartnales.com @abstract.art.nales

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Harry Pfohl www.fohlfoto.com hpfohl.biz@gmail.com

Photography has been a lifelong avocation. The greatest value of photography has been the enhancement of visual experience, seeing so much more than would be the case absent a camera in hand. The pleasure comes in capturing a play of light and form that brings forth feelings and then processing the image a point where those feelings can be felt by others.

Hazel Keilson (Age: 8) I am a young artist. I am eight years old. I love to read, (okay, maybe I’m obsessed!), write stories, and create art. I’ve been working on my paintings, and I think they’re just gorgeous. I am just honored to share my artwork with you and I really hope you enjoy them. Thank you for reading about me!

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Heather Adler @HeatherAdlerArt heather.adler8@gmail.com (703) 888-8097

Heather Adler brings a whimsical spirit to her artwork, creating pieces that are intentionally fun, playful, and joyful. Her goal is to make people smile—and then look a little closer. Heather loves creating artwork that invites the viewer to “read” the painting, discovering the many hidden details, surprises, and little “Easter Eggs” tucked into even the smallest spaces. Whether silly, sweet, or unexpected, these details are meant to reward a second look and spark delight. A relatively new artist, Heather discovered her love of art later in life and has embraced it with enthusiasm and a healthy dose of humor. She lives in Vienna, Virginia, with her husband of nearly 30 years. While she loves painting, her greatest joy is her family— her four boys and, most recently, her first grandchild, Sofia.

Helen Wood helenmwood.com @helenmwood helenwoodfineart@gmail.com

I paint exclusively in soft pastel. It is a wonderful medium for conveying light, color, shape, and their interplay to create mood. Painting landscapes is especially satisfying as I can represent the essence of the view without all of the detail. After a career in science and technology, I find joy in the creative process and the opportunity to share my work. I am a Signature Artist in the Maryland Pastel Society and a member of the Rockville Art League, Montgomery Art Association, and Friends of the Yellow Barn Gallery.

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Hilary Schenker www.hilaryschenker.com @hilaryschenker hilary@hilaryschenker.com

My artistic process begins in daily life. Wherever I go, I take snapshots with my phone of anything beautiful that catches my eye, from rainbow reflections on street signs, to glowing lights on tunnel walls, to beautiful sunsets over the Beltway. Later, in the studio, I work to capture in paint the emotion that stopped me in my tracks. My process is marked by repeated erasure and recreation, rubbing out and then repainting, layering, and working across the whole canvas at once until I achieve something that is loose and spontaneous but also true. I’m captivated by subtle color shifts, bold shadows, blinding lights, portals, and the movement of clouds. My work aims to capture the fleeting moments of epiphany which come upon us suddenly and disappear just as quickly. I’m interested in what connects us to nature, a sense of something larger than the everyday, and the poignance of being human in our modern era.

Holly Buehler www.hollybuehler.com @hollybuehlerart hollybuehlerart@gmail.com

Holly Buehler teaches classes and workshops at The Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo MD and is represented by the Lockhouse Gallery in Brunswick MD. Holly’s style is expressive, using aggressive yet colorful brush strokes. She constantly finds inspiring places to paint around the DMV, and is always intent on finding that spark of beauty and atmosphere that awaits.

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Howard Clare www.hclarephoto.com @hclarephoto hclarephoto@gmail.com (301) 215-7111 Howard paints with light while shooting his landscape images. He studies how light interacts with a scene by bringing together unique angles of vision with strong graphic patterns. Water is often found in Howard’s landscapes; intriguing because of its reflective nature in both time and movement. Howard invites the viewer to look at the world from his viewpoint, capturing the deeper essence of nature in a moment in time. Additionally, Howard creates images drawing on contrast, form and texture of the subject. Through Howard’s impressionistic lens, he captures the nature of light shifting across the landscape. Once Howard selects the scene, it is always about composition, detail and natural light. Whether up close or from a distance there is always something new to discover with a fresh perspective. New worlds are revealed through the camera’s lens.

Hugo Nemirovsky @hugo_bohemio hanemirov@gmail.com

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Hwayoung Lee hwayoung9839lee@gmail.com

My work is inspired by the quiet yet radiant beauty found in nature. Flowers bloom in their own time, creating unique moments of harmony and beauty. Through color, form, and space, I explore how different elements come together and express the balance and emotions found in nature.

Ihor Rykov igorycha@gmail.com

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Images By Cherie Jordan @imagesbycheriejordan imagesbycheriejordan@gmail.com

My biggest inspiration for photography is the great outdoors, which in turn has shaped a gallery full of wild spaces and natural beauty. My creative spirit drives me to experiment with photo manipulation and motivational art. I recently tried my hand at still-life photography. It was a steep learning curve, but one that I found very rewarding and was able to create a few photos that I am truly proud to share. Chinoiserie in Bloom is one of those photos.

Isaac Gelb isaacgelbart.com @isaacgelb_art isaac.gelb@gmail.com (301) 395-6835 Whether representational or abstract, my interest in any artwork is to find mystery and novelty in familiar structures and repetitive patterns. My obsession with geometry traverses both representation and abstraction. While my subjects vary, I am interested in architectural structures, domestic objects, bodies, and landscapes as anchors for exploring light and color. Painting these subjects requires transitioning from an immediate observation to extended close study and --eventually-- abandoning the original reference as it dissolves into color relationships, light, and texture. In regularly repeating this process, I find more moments where mystery pokes through familiarity. Every object has the potential to be infinitely interesting and challenging. I hope that my work invites viewers to spend time observing and untangling the patterns, textures, and colors of familiar forms and objects, and to extend that curiosity to their own surroundings, identities, and relationships.

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Iza Thomas www.izathomas.com @izathomas3 aidizthomas@yahoo.com

My art is rooted in two opposite spheres that both feed into magical realism. The first is the idea that inanimate objects like mannequins and dolls come alive in some wondrous realm. They become imbued by our human selves and reflect our humanity. It is a whimsy that is so important to me and so lacking nowadays. The second equally profound world to me is that of birds and flowers and trees. Rather than reflecting our humanity, as is the case with the mannequins, they are actually utterly indifferent to it. I bring them into my paintings so we can be touched by their magic. So there you have it, the two big areas of my art.

j.a. dennis www.byjadennis.com @by.ja.dennis byjadennis@icloud.com

j.a dennis is a dynamic multidisciplinary artist who interweaves poetry, photography, and musicianship to encapsulate his authentic artistic expression. j.a. has used his unique blend of artistry to captivate audiences through powerful storytelling and built a reputation as an innovative and compelling voice of Black life and culture. Also known as jd by his peers, j.a’s work explores themes ranging from social justice and identity politics to personal growth and self-discovery.

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Jae Shin @Jaee_Art jaeeart@hotmail.com (240) 386-7964

James Duncan jhduncan70@gmail.com (301) 943-5937

My very strong interest in photography began when I was a child and has continued throughout my life. I have concentrated primarily on photographing people, animals and plants. In recent years, I have turned my attention to photographing flowers, both in my studio, where I seek to create dramatic images using lighting and creative scenes, and in nature, where I have focused on the relationship between flowers and their environment including birds insects. I aim to create beautiful images with sharp detail and dramatic lighting.

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Jan Rowland janrowland51@gmail.com

Within my art, is the play of color, the slow movement of shapes creating an oblique reference to nature. My artwork involves multiple, ever shifting perspectives: areas that generate an imaginative yet real experience of the natural world. My art navigates between the world of dreams and that of reality. It is in your imagination that creativity is found. Or as expressed by Wassily Kandinsky “painting should grow out of …. an internal necessity” and that a painting should “be the inner voice of an artist.”

Jane Mann www.nuovo.com/JaneMann

Nature and architecture have been my interests for as long as I have been taking photographs - 70+ years now. The saturated colors of the golden hour have also been my favorites. Luckily the Borghetto at Ostia Antica was enjoying such a day when I visited the nearby Roman ruins. And a trip to Maine took place during one of the brightest autumns it had experienced in years. In these unsettling times, light and nature can free the mind to consider happier days.

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Janet DeWoskin www.artpal.com/janidewart janidewart@icloud.com (919) 630-2576

I have had a lifelong passion for art and the natural sciences and finds great satisfaction and joy in combining the two. Sometimes, the inspiration for a painting comes from a beautiful vista or an intimate place in the woods, other times from a twisted twig or a collection of shells. I work with acrylic and oil paints. My style ranges from representational to abstract. Some of my paintings integrate bark, rocks, shells and other treasures I find while hiking.

Janet Thomas Barnard jbrnrd@comcast.net @happilydyeing

I began my fiber arts journey in 1998 with my first loom. This has led me in many directions, most recently clothing, accessories and wall art. I’m a past member of the Fiber Studio at VisArts, the Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery at the Torpedo Factory, and am presently a resident artist at Artists & Makers in Rockville.

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Janice Tippett www.janicetippett.art @janice_tippett_artist jtippett322@gmail.com (301) 775-8230 My artistic journey began in childhood, when art became my sanctuary, my joy, and my first language of self-expression. Encouraged by my parents and shaped by early art classes, I later pursued a degree in advertising design and spent 32 years building a nationally recognized marketing firm. That path taught me discipline, vision, and the power of visual communication. In 2022, after selling my company, I returned to the creative roots that first inspired me and embraced a new chapter as a fine artist. My work now merges the structure of graphic design with the freedom of impressionism and abstraction. Drawn to shape, form, color, and markmaking, I create paintings that seek to evoke emotion and invite personal interpretation. As a lifelong learner, I continue to explore the connection between art, memory, and feeling. Through each piece, I hope to create a visual experience that resonates with viewers and opens a space for reflection, discovery, and connection. For me, art is both a journey and an invitation—to see, to feel, and to discover where art can take you.

jean cooper jeancooperart.wordpress.com @spirit2000spirit jeancooperart@gmail.com (240) 271-0802 Creating art is my expression of the world I experience. My career was based on a scientific discipline and since retirement, I have enjoyed developing my skill as an artist.

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Jean Solari @enjoyingourworld jeansolari@verizon.net (213) 248-4072

I’m inspired to share the beauty I see all around us - whether in nature, cities or just our daily lives.

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Jeanne Powell www.jeannepowell.com @jeanne.powell.16

Travel near and far introduced me to the joy of plein air painting. My imagination responded to the challenge to study light, color, and design in the landscape. I work in oil and gouache. My work is representational but expressionistic, seeking to capture the feeling of cityscapes and natural landscapes. I also enjoy painting familiar objects and people, from life rather than photographs when possible. You will find my work in Gallery 209, Rockville, MD on an ongoing basis. The gallery is within Artists & Makers Studios on Parklawn Drive.

Jennifer Dreyfus www.jenniferdreyfus.com @jendreyfusart jdreyfus99@gmail.com (301) 908-0843 Art for me is about capturing the moments of life along the way. As I experience it, our days are a series of ups and downs, waves that you ride through. No day is like the preceding one or the one to follow. A successful piece portrays the myriad of emotions and experiences we experience - everything from balance, to uncertainty, hope, tension, conflict and so much more.

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Jenny Klein Jenny believes making art connects us to the natural world, and works to capture nature’s energy, color, and beauty in her paintings. She loves that painting beckons us to slow down, increases our awareness of what’s here, right now, and at times, transforms us.

Jessica Mickey jesmickey@gmail.com @jesmickey

Jessica Mickey is a local Arlingtonian, long-standing Arlington Artists Alliance member, Falls Church Arts member, McLean Art Society member, and a talented photorealistic oil painter and art curator. As a painter, Jessica focuses on light and vibrancy, attempting to draw viewers in with color and composition, often making you feel a part of the painting. Her style would most likely be called photorealism, but with a flare of effervescence that creatively captures a moment in time, often better than a photograph ever could. In fact, Jessica’s work has unique undertones of hyper-realism, bringing the viewer’s eye directly to where she wants you to focus, often making you question whether it’s a painting or a photo. Jessica was the Co-Director of Gallery Underground (GU) for four years (2013-2017) and oversaw curation and installation of each new month’s show for more than a decade. She exhibited her artwork at GU until its close in 2024, as well as at the former Gallery Clarendon, and shows currently at Falls Church Arts, the Alliance Gallery, and the newly opened (Oct 2025) McLean Art Gallery. She has shown her work at dozens of venues in northern Virginia, her paintings can be found in private collections across the U.S. and internationally, and her artwork has been highlighted in Elan Magazine (March 2020 issue). Jessica has done many commissions, most often portraits of people and pets, but her favorite compositions are landscapes. In addition, Jessica coordinates and curates several annual art shows each year for the Arlington Artists Alliance, manages the exhibition & curation logistics for one of the local Alliance venues (Spring Point Health), and has been a juror for the McLean Art Society and the Van Landingham Gallery at the Torpedo Factory.

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Jessie Whitten Artbyjessie.online @jessieleighwhitten jessiewhitten@cox.net

A lifelong animal lover, I strive to capture in oil the image and beauty of the animals within our homes as well as those around us in our yards, fields, forests, and waters.

Jill Brabant www.jillbrabant.com @jillbrabantartist brabantdesign@verizon.net (571) 643-5782

My contemporary floral paintings celebrate the quiet beauty found in gardens and everyday moments. Working primarily in oil, I use expressive brushwork, luminous color, and thoughtfully simplified compositions to capture the character of each bloom rather than merely its appearance. Influenced by my background in graphic design, I balance structure with painterly freedom, creating works that invite viewers to pause and reflect. Through flowers, I explore themes of light, memory, and stillness, with the hope that each painting brings a lasting sense of beauty and calm into the spaces it inhabits.

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Jill Chow www.whatwilltranspire.com @InnerArtscapes

After a 36‑year career in strategic communications, I turned to art during a period of profound transition, discovering in abstraction a way to navigate uncertainty and reconnect with emotional truth. What began as figurative work shifted when I joined a 25‑day art challenge and embraced painting intuitively—letting color, movement, and feeling guide each choice. My process is rooted in presence, but once a piece is complete, it belongs to the viewer. I pair each painting with a haiku as a poetic doorway, inviting others to find whatever meaning resonates with their own experience.

Jim Mullikin jcmlabs@gmail.com

Photography has been a lifelong passion of mine, beginning in my teenage years when I first discovered the magic of capturing moments through a lens. In those early days, I worked in a blackand-white film darkroom, where I learned to manipulate light and shadow by hand, watching images slowly emerge from the chemical baths. That hands-on experience taught me to see the world differently—to notice contrast, form, and the subtleties that often go unseen. While the tools have evolved and my darkroom is now digital, my fascination with light and shadow remains unchanged. The ability to shape a story or evoke emotion through the interplay of highlights and darkness is still at the heart of my work. Whether working in color or monochrome, I strive to create images that invite the viewer to pause, look deeper, and feel something personal. This collection represents not just scenes I’ve captured, but a visual language I’ve spent years refining—where old techniques meet new technology, and where the essence of photography, for me, remains timeless.

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Jimmy Troderman jimmytrodermanart.com @jimmytroderman_art art.jimmytroderman@gmail.com (781) 636-8260

Through painting, I explore the architecture, neighborhoods, transit system, parks, and moments from my life and travels. Working primarily in acrylic, I move freely between realism, impressionism, and more illustrative approaches. By slowing down and reinterpreting familiar spaces, I hope to reveal the beauty, humor, and humanity hidden within everyday life.

Joan Boudreau icepeep@aol.com

Joan Boudreau is inspired by nature. She looks for innate beauty and messages about our environment.

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Joanna Church @artsy_jbc

Working with pastels to make small, intimate works is one of my favorite ways to express the beauty in brief moments, whether a view out a window, or just inside one.

John Horowitz www.johnhorowitz.com horowitzjohn23@gmail.com (202) 210-4943

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John Valenti JFVALENTIPHOTOGRAPHY.COM @JF VALENTI PHOTOGRAPHY valentiphoto@gmail.com (703) 599-7757

John F. Valenti is a photographer based in northern Virginia. Originally from central New York, John has a passion for capturing the rhythm of the world through his camera lens—nature’s quiet elegance, the energy of cityscapes, the strength of architecture, the movement of sports, and the beauty in everyday moments. His work has been on exhibit in multiple galleries and private collections throughout the Washington DC area. John offers his photographs in various sizes and formats for purchase and is available for commissioned work.

John Weber weberjohn999@gmail.com (240) 499-5675

I paint moments with people and places I’ve visited here and abroad. I want to capture a moment or feeling that could be a shared or perhaps a joyful experience.

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Jon Bolas jonbolas@yahoo.com

My goal is to honor nature by capturing what is already there, without staging, altering or asking it to perform.

Jon Milstein jonmilstein.com @jonmilsteinart

I work mostly in watercolor, and frankly I’m surprised that I enjoy it because originally, I was put off by the medium (where’s the Undo button?). But I don’t know, after a long while I thought it might be fun to play around a little bit, and I liked it more than I remembered. And with more time and more experimentation I started to see some things that encouraged me to continue. Now I’m hooked. Ideally, on a good day, my paintings will suggest a story. Nothing too descriptive or elaborate, but more of a story kernel that lets the viewer play with it in their own mind and maybe find some connection. I’m happiest when these travel pieces transform the memory into a visual dream.

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Jonah Shevitz (Age: 10) stephanie@redpandaart.com Jonah Shevitz is a 10 year old artist from Bethesda, MD who was born into a family of artists and loves to draw.

Jonathan Kopp jkoppography.com @jonathankopp74 jkopp2021@gmail.com

I came to photography as a roaming observer of urban scenery, motivated by the visual impact created when places, objects, people, actions, color, and light resonate within the camera frame into a coherent image. Elements that unexpectedly relate to each other may evoke harmony, irony or even humor. People add an essential dynamic to a scene that might otherwise appear static. These photos are less statements or messages than pictorial presentations shared with the viewer to react in their own way.

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Jose Quinonez www.StudioByJoseQ.com @jose.retratos joseq@studiobyjoseq.com Born in Cleveland, Ohio but raised in Guatemala City. I had the opportunity to grow up among indigenous artists who reflected the colors and patterns of everyday Guatemala. Trained as an environmental engineer and indigenous sociologist. Professionally, I had the opportunity to work with rural communities for over 40 years in international humanitarian relief and development with emphasis on poverty alleviation programs. This gave me the opportunity to travel the world and explore the colors and patterns of many indigenous communities in Latin America, Southeast Asia and Eastern Africa. With no formal training in art, I started my creations as a therapy to recover from an accident that required eleven surgeries to rebuild my left jawbone. I found that getting immersed in these creations kept my mind free of the pain and gave joy to continue my journey. I only use acrylic as my medium for expressing my creations. I often paint on stretched canvas, but from time to time, I’ve been known to upcycle abandoned materials as “canvases” for new creations -- from abandoned pieces of plywood to an old butcher’s board (and even my wife’s old metal filing cabinet)! I am the proud parent of two wonderful adult children. Married to my partner of over 33 years, we have resided in Arlington, Virginia since 2000. I thoroughly enjoy my home studio, bicycling around Northern Virginia, and playing with my beloved rescue dog, Jake. I paint for myself and for those who enjoy my paintings. I paint to give expression to the joys, rhythms, and meanings I find in life, in community, and in nature. I weave in the colors, patterns, textures, and symbols of Latin American indigenous communities to honor their experiences of joy and of horror, of connection and of fragmentation, of exploitation and of belonging.

Joshua Rogers bakerartist.org/portfolios/brbrbrartist @brbrbrartist brbrbrartist@gmail.com

Joshua Rogers has a professional background in Biology and Bioengineering and specializes in illustration and painting to create work exploring concepts of resonance and energy amongst other fundamentals of the physical sciences. As an “Arto-Engineer” he aims to solve the problem that many aspects of this physical world are invisible to the unaided human eye; he prioritizes texture, symbols, and pattern (most frequently the simple, “curly-q” childhood doodle) to imbue his work with the force of our world and universe.

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Joy Stern joynathan1@aol.com

Joy has studied painting at the Art Students’ League, Columbia UniversitySchool of Painting and Sculpture, The Cleveland Institute of Art, with Jane Simanis —and sculpture with Nannette Hoffman. Joy is pleased to have her art work included in collections in New York , Santa Fe, Maryland, and Washington DC

Joyce Turk turk.pastelist@gmail.com (571) 426-4561

I’m a pastelist. Pastels allow me to paint spontaneously, to depict fleeting light patterns that flit across the mountains, down a valley between cloud patches, or skip across glassy water. When I watch colors changing in nature, I can see them on my palette – orange or blue shadows, purple fog, green mountains stippled with pink or mauve. Pastels are crystalline magic, the rainbow of my life, the paving stones of my circular path.

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Judith A. Baldinger judith.baldinger@gmail.com (301) 922-5638

I paint like my Bubbie baked! A little of this, a little of that, mix it up and...Voila! No recipe. Never the same way twice. Her hands told her when there was enough butter or sugar in the batter. I doubt she ever tossed a whole batch of cookies, as I have “tossed”. or painted over, a canvas. But I bet she occasionally trimmed off the burnt parts!

Judith Krauthamer www.jk-dk.art judytk@yahoo.com

Miniatures are experiments in attitude, color, and detail, offering the viewer an opportunity to see the world through a different lens. Because a miniature provides a refreshing new perspective, I love experimenting with various mediums, including oil-based, acrylic-based, and alcohol-based inks and gold and gouache paint. My work is done on various types of plastic that are either transparent, translucent, or opaque. My paintings closely align with my internal sense of the world. Thematically they comprise either whimsy, the landscapes of the natural world around us, or an issue reflecting the realities of the political landscape. I am an invited member of the Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers Society of Washington DC, the oldest miniature society in the US and the second oldest in the world. I am the recipient of two of their Honorable Mentions.

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Judy E. Ackerman www.judyackerman.com jeackerman18@gmail.com

The joy of travel includes the exploration of new places and happening upon sights that take your breath away. For me, this often happens near water. As a photographer the challenge is to make a photograph that captures the feelings that I had when you I was there. In Antarctica I saw many wonderful icebergs, but the totality of being in a cove with snow covered mountains reflected in still water filled with growlers made me feel as if I was in the middle of a fairy tale. An evening cruise on the in Budapest with its many bridges set the stage for a dreamy, view of starbursts of light on a bridge over the Danube. Two different images that bring me back to how I felt when I was there.

Judy Grannas judithfurlow@yahoo.com

Since I was a child, the only comfort that I could find was walking through the Connecticut woods with my dog, while listening to the sounds of birds and nature. It was safe, peaceful, and healing, and my only sanctuary. I chose photography because I’m a lousy painter and don’t have the patience to draw anything, and mother nature has already done the hard work. Learning how to use a camera in my late 50s has been tedious and frustrating, but probably less demanding than painting for me. Hopefully, my photographs will not only reflect the beauty of nature, but inspire viewers to do everything to preserve it. I sometimes wonder if we are deserved of it, as we continue to fail to nurture it. (Not a professional photographer, but a self taught enthusiast.)

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Jules Morrison (Age: 12) @juleslovesdrawing

If you see me, there’s a 99% chance I have a sketchbook with me. Drawing is what I do all day, every day, and my favorite things to sketch are animals - the deadlier, the better! I love soccer and am also fascinated by maps and flags as travel is another big inspiration for me; seeing different parts of the world always fuels my imagination and makes me want to draw even more. Whenever an idea pops into my head, I have to get it down on paper, which is why my sketchbook goes wherever I go.

Julie Paez www.milkweedmadonna.com @milkweedmadonna themerdona@icloud.com (240) 793-2557

I tell creation stories. Stories of a forgotten world. Stories of Sacred Spaces. Sacred spaces long ago abandoned and overgrown but still holding undeniable power. Sacred Spaces that awaken ancient memories. The mysteries and magic of creation about how the earth came to be and of the spirits that guided its birth. The materials that I chose have a history: rusted metal, discarded wood sometimes weathered or burned. Seed pods that have bloomed feed pollinators and are now ready to create new life.

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Julie Shannon jshannon117@gmail.com

Julie Wallace juliebwallace.com @juliebdraws wallacecreativellc@gmail.com (708) 804-1410

Julie Wallace draws from painting traditions and graphic illustration techniques to playfully depict scenes of womanhood, domesticity, and simple pleasures. She constructs these images using a variety of source material, including fashion magazines, interior design elements, and digital bric-à-brac vying for our attention. Through dynamic composition, vibrant color, and a multi-layered approach, Wallace builds environments rich with whimsy, wonder, and connections to our digital lives and inner worlds.

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julie zirlin www.juliezirlin.com julie.zirlin@yahoo.com

Julie Zirlin is a sculptor who works primarily in clay. Her hand-built sculptures are inspired by nature and organic forms, emphasizing visual simplicity, movement, and balance. To achieve distinctive color and surface qualities, she works with different colored clays and fires her pieces in a variety of kilns.

Julius Kassovic www.photojulius.com jkbiz4@yahoo.com

Since 2005 I have intensively photographed the waters of Sligo Creek, an ordinary, somewhat polluted, urban stream that runs through Silver Spring and Takoma Park. The images take various forms: as reflections of skies and clouds, trees, and leaves, or as light itself beautifully playing across the waves, illuminating leaves, flowers and grasses, and the occasional animal. The images are neither inventively photoshopped nor double exposures; I do use a computer to process my raw photographic files in order to present the images as beautifully as the creek constantly does on water. I have exhibited in solo shows in Maryland and DC, and selected photographs in exhibits nationally and internationally. The photographic journal, LensWork has published my work five times, including a feature article on my first 15 years photographing Sligo Creek.

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June Plotkin june8email@gmail.com

Justin Cook Inspired by the understated beauty of working coastlines and the objects that carry memory through use. By reducing familiar forms to their essentials, I hope to reveal the quiet tension between utility and beauty.

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K. Madison - @PoliteBearArt @politebearart politebearart@gmail.com (404) 388-4017

I’m a Washington DC-based artist creating colorful, maximalist art pieces that celebrate the joy of “home” and the beauty in daily life. I’m heavily inspired by the urban fabric and community atmosphere of DC, often capturing scenes like residents taking walks in their neighborhoods, going on an afternoon outing to their favorite cafe, or taking their daily bus route. I use mixed media materials, including pens, markers, watercolors, gouache, and oil pastels, to create highly textured pieces that invite you into step into a rainbow version of a typical Tuesday.

Karen Boyer karenbmusic7@gmail.com (301) 272-7578

My work invokes lots of color and it’s important to me that it expresses a mood, an emotion; that it tells you a story. I began my arts career as a musician and moved into art about 15 years ago. It is the greatest joy of my life!!

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Karen Egbert karenegbertart.com

Working primarily in oil, my art frequently explores the intersection between the real and the abstract. Each painting begins with observation, something tangible before me - a still life, a landscape or a figure. I do not start a painting with a fixed idea of an end result. Through the repeated process of reworking the surface by scraping paint off the canvas, adding more paint with a brush or palette knife, and changing line, shape and color, the painting evolves and what emerges is often unexpected. Sometimes the painting remains rooted in the visible world; other times it becomes an expression of atmosphere, memory or emotion. My work ultimately is a search for the balance between what is seen and what is felt.

Karen Rueger @karen.rueger.art

Karen Rueger is a Wheaton-based artist who creates realistic drawings of local plants and animals. She shows the beauty of skittish backyard creatures through her detailed art. Karen is also a part-time children’s art teacher and enjoys watercolor painting.

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Karen Zuckerstein karenzu@me.com

Much of my art captures places I’ve traveled to and colors and objects that captured my attention. Now, when I travel, I see the world around me through different eyes. I find myself drawn, in particular, to the colors of Italy. There is a softness to the yellows and oranges and a unique beauty in how they are reflected in the canal waters of Venice.

Karin Edgett KarinEdgett.art @edgempress edgempress@aol.com (202) 907-4474

Karin Edgett is a Washington DC based visionary artist whose work wanders intuitively through abstract and symbolic painting and her ongoing intimate collaboration with macro flowers and landscape. Her works reveals a subtle shifting consciousness, creating moments of stillness — inviting viewers to feel gentle and elevating frequencies of energy.

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Karine Koroukian @karinekoroukianart karine.koroukian@gmail.com

Kasse Andrews-Weller kasseart.com

The Sunflower is the National Flower of Ukraine, and I support the Ukraine and its people. A portion of the sale of this artwork will go to the World Central Kitchen in its support of efforts in the Ukraine.

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Kathee Eloise Baker baker.kathee@gmail.com (301) 922-2296

Katherine Hackett katherin.hackett@att.net

I have a BFA in illustration and design, and work in watercolor, paper cut illustrations, photography, and woodcut prints. My goal is making images that highlight the uniqueness of the subject matter for the viewer. I recently added the art of Gyotaku fish printing to my repertoire.

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Kathleen H Zeifang KHZArt.com khzeifang@gmail.com (703) 447-8758

“Color is the carrier of thought in painting.” I am a contemporary artist who explored the natural world and the human condition in my work. I search for truth in what is before me to help others do the same. I also explore color in the abstract. I strive to present artworks where viewers can rest and contemplate the familiar as well as the unknown. I paint en plein air in and around the Washington DC area, the Chesapeake Bay and throughout Europe. My work has been juried into national and regional shows where it has been recognized with numerous awards.

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Kathryn Mohrman jadeforestphotography@smugmug.com kjmohrman@yahoo.com (202) 210-1014

I take my own photographs and cut them by hand into narrow slices. I combine elements from several images into a montage that incorporates multiple perspectives on the subject. In doing so, I give the viewer a sense of what I actually experienced when taking the photo.

Kathy Bowles @kathy.bowles.543 mkbowles582@outlook.com (571) 535-1560

The mediums I enjoy most are pastel, color pencils, graphite, and color inks. My favorite subjects are pets and people portraits. Art is my life – it’s the air I breathe and fills my soul with happiness. I have drawn for as long as I can remember. My first masterpiece at age 2, was a purple camel I drew on the dining room wall at Christmas time. My inspiration was the nativity scene my parents put up. It must have been good, my mother recognized what it was. My father was not happy.In my senior year in high school I attended art courses at the local community college. I then attended St. Mary’s College of Maryland, where I received a B.A. in art. For the next 40 years I worked as a graphic artist/designer for various companies inthe metro area, creating designs and illustrations, for print and digital display. My work has received Honorable Mentions from the Art and Color 365 Magazine, inclusion in Fusion Art Women Artists for 2025, and local shows. Since retiring, my motto is, draw as much as I can, as often as I can, for as long as I can.

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Kathy Turner www.facebook.com/KATurnerArt/ @katurnerart bellsonherfingers@gmail.com (703) 473-1065

I work in many different mediums, but after studying Japanese traditional woodblock printing for 4 years in Japan, I frequently return to carving blocks for printing. This wood block print is my interpretation for 2026 the year of the Horse. This is the year of the fire horse, but never the less I chose and more watery vision of horse, in the form of the mythical horse Hippocamp.

Kay Kosak Abrams kay_abrams@mac.com (301) 455-0349

Creating art is an exploration of life experience expressed in texture, color and form. Working layer upon layer, adding and removing elements, my process is a “lost and found” one abstracting and examining, adding and substracting until a story reveals itself which informs the direction of a final design. While there may be a visual or intuitive inspiration, I do not know exactly where a painting will land until it does and by then, clarity of meaning is revealed.

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Keith Voight voightkeith@gmail.com (301) 520-1266

I work primarily in oil and watercolor, striving to create contemporary representational paintings with a minimalist aesthetic. Through my art, I hope to communicate a sense of tranquility, emphasizing modest scenes of contemplative quiet. I find great satisfaction in creating understated works with neutral, muted colors, chosen to create a sense of harmony and subtle beauty.

Ken Bachman kbachmanart.com @ kenneth.bachman kbachman43@gmail.com (202) 730-5328

My oil paintings are in a style of realism and impressionism. I try to capture the moment and interest of the scene I am painting. My local works are from locations well known to me such as Little Falls Park.

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Kenneth Brotherton www.kbrotherton.com kenneth.brotherton8@gmail.com (703) 593-3146

Kenneth Brotherton is an Arlington, VA based photographer with experience in various genre of art but who currently focuses on street photography.

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Kevin Milstead www.washingtonwaxworks.com/kevin-milstead milstead.encaustic@gmail.com

The elemental geometry of a circle in a square is the beginning of my work. The medium of wax is the common element in testing various materials in pursuit of ambiguity of scale and meaning.

Kim Whittle kim.whittle@finns.org (202) 363-1363

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Kirk Knoll Www.kirkknoll.com @kirkknoll.art kirkknoll@yahoo.com

My artwork is exciting and vibrant. It appeals to a broad audience. Having been to the Glen Echo show before I know that my artwork will be unique and fresh. I would really be honored to be included.

Kiyohiko Mabuchi k.mabuchi@verizon.net (240) 205-3533

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kpm photo art www.kpmphotoart.com @kpmphotoart kpmphotoart@gmail.com (202) 212-9572

My work is deeply rooted in the art of noticing. Guided by the philosophy that less is more, I use monochromatic photography to strip away the noise of the everyday world, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on texture, architectural geometry, and the profound stillness of negative space. For me, simplicity is not merely the absence of complexity; it is a powerful means of storytelling. Having lived across multiple cultures - from the U.K. to France and the Netherlands - travel has become the foundation of my creative practice. Whether capturing an isolated landscape or a quiet urban corner, my goal is to document the subtle, fleeting details of life that are ever-present for those who pause to look. By hand-applying gold or bold, vivid acrylic directly onto my museum-grade giclée prints, I introduce a contemporary, tactile dimension to traditional black-and-white photography. This intervention adds a sharp graphic element that breaks the plane of the image, turning a captured moment into a unique, living conversation piece. Ultimately, my photography is an invitation to slow down, embrace a quiet luxury, and find beauty in refined minimalism.

Kristi Dobrovolski kristidobrovolski@gmai.com (240) 381-7803

I use acrylics and metallic acrylic paint on Yupo paper for my abstract landscape paintings.

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Kuka Inozemtsev (Age: 10) slava_in@yahoo.com This is my work created after I witnessed a full solar eclipse and was very impressed by it.

Lauren Kafka laurenkafka.com @lauren.kafka LaurenLKafka@gmail.com (240) 447-1213 After attending a joint BFA program between Tufts and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston in the 1980s, I worked as an assistant to Henry Horenstein, an author and RISD photography teacher. During a journalism master’s program at the University of Missouri, I edited and designed a book called Boonville: Historic Rivertown. I later worked as a photo editor for Agence France-Presse, an editor and photographer for Museum News magazine, and a media consultant for Corbis Corporation. While teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages at Walt Whitman High School, I taught a class called Literacy Through Photography/ESOL Multimedia. I currently work as a private English tutor, photographer, and editorial consultant in Bethesda. My business is called Kafka Consulting LLC.

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Laurent Taupenot @ateliertaupenot LTAUPENOT@GMAIL.COM

I’ve been painting for about three years and consider myself an artist still very much in the process of developing my craft. I primarily work in acrylics and enjoy creating paintings from my own reference materials, using photographs I’ve taken during my travels.

Lea Russell (Age: 9) Hi, my name is Lea! I love to paint and sketch, specifically dogs or just animals in general. I also do dance (jazz, modern, and ballet). When I color I like to use alcohol-based markers. I love Abbey, my dog and painting her. I also love to do washi tape crafts with my mom. We call it “washi-fying” things. I love art because it lets me express myself and it does the talking for me. In the fall, I will be a fourth grader.

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Leah Rubin www.leahlrubin.com lhrubin5814@gmail.com (858) 336-3932

Leah, a ceramic and mixed-media teaching artist, recently relocated back to the Washington, D.C. area from New York City and is a member of Artists & Makers Studios. Materials like porcelain, also known as white gold; stoneware; image transfers; and wood all serve to create meaning and purpose in her visual work. In addition to her background as a visual artist, she also values her career as an art/museum educator with young students in NYC and now in the Washington, DC area. Inspired by numerous student visits to THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, she found that interdisciplinary activities and discussions breathe life into art. She is passionate about the intersection of art and education. Currently, she is teaching the history of collage and book arts classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at American University and ceramic hand-building classes for children at local schools. Her goal is to balance her visual work while engaging young children and senior citizens in art-making as a place to be an explorer of the world.

Leela S. Ramaswamy (Age: 13) sehgal_mona@yahoo.com (301) 466-8947

My neighbor -- a National Park biologist -- went on an expedition to Antarctica to explore and observe marine and land animals. While there, she took some really cool photos. The scientists were given art supplies to create art based on what they saw. She brought back a box of watercolor pencils and gave them to me. I used these pencils to create this “Whale Tail in Antartica” based on one of her photos. I hope to raise funds by selling this painting for my neighbor since her expedition was very expensive.

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Leila Shevitz (Age: 14) I’ve been doing art my whole life and like experimenting with a variety of different media. The piece I’ve submitted for this show is my first time working with gouache. I was inspired for the piece by colorful bouquets of flowers my family picked up at a Takoma Park market, and decided that gouache would be the best medium to express their vibrancy.

Leslie Garcia @lesliegarcia_art

Since the pandemic, I have been taking online art classes in as many art forms as I can find! After a Moroccan art retreat in the summer of 2025 coincided with retirement from Montgomery County schools, I became primarily dedicated to abstract mixed media. My art exploration reflects a love of texture, pattern and gestural line and the stories they can tell.

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Leslie Saum lesliesaum@gmail.com (301) 503-9004

Leslie Saum’s work with watercolor collage represents both the beauty and unpredictability of watercolor with the thoughtful placement of overlaid images. Subject matter reflecting the wonder found in nature also bring a whimsical visual to delight the eye.

Li Howard @mslihoward mslihoward@gmail.com

I explore the poetry of everyday experience through printmaking and painting. My work focuses on fleeting moments, overlooked places, and the subtle connections between people, memory, and place. Layered surfaces and visible marks reflect both the physical process of making and the passage of time.

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Lilly Trabucco lillytrabucco@gmail.com (240) 832-3119

As a longtime digital photographer, I am drawn to landscapes, cityscapes, and the details that evoke a sense of place, tell a story, or create a mood. Currently, my photography is shaped by long-distance walking, where moving slowly allows me to experience places with curiosity and attention. Rather than simply documenting where I have been, I try to capture the feeling of a place – whether through dramatic skies or quiet light, or sometimes the invitation of a road disappearing into the distance.

Lily Kak www.lilykak.com lilypkak@gmail.com (301) 792-9728

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Lily Kak is a watercolor artist who has recently retired from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) as an international development specialist. Her career has taken her to multiple countries in Africa and Asia. The vibrant and diverse cultures that she experienced during those travels and the beautiful landscape in her own backyard in Maryland are a deep source of inspiration for her art-work. Lily has won multiple awards for her watercolors, including Best in Show awards at the Rockville Art League and Montgomery Art Association exhibitions in 2024 and 2025 and at the Friends of the Yellow Barn’s Drawing and Water Media show in 2024. Her painting, “Black Lives Matter; Vote for Change,” received the Park View Gallery Award at Glen Echo Park’s 50th Annual Labor Day Art Show in 2021. She exhibits in many juried shows in Maryland. She recently curated and organized a show called Global Rhythms: Remembering USAID through the Arts which brought 50 artists from across the country to commemorate USAID’s legacy of global service to create a better world. She will publish the images of artwork from this exhibit and present it to the John F Kennedy Presidential Library. She is a Signature Artist of the Baltimore Watercolor Society and of the Potomac Valley Watercolor Society. She is also a member of the Rockville Art League and currently serves as the Vice President of Programs at the Montgomery Art Association.

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Lisa B Filion lisabeemakesart.com @lisabeemakesart lisabeemakesart@gmail.com (240) 801-5516 I am an upbeat quiltmaker and mixed media/textile artist. My passion lies in creating one-of-a-kind art quilts that bring joy and inspiration to people’s lives. Color and texture have the power to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. My quilting techniques invite the viewer to engage with fabric and mixed media in new ways—where every mark, stitch, and shape tells a story of creativity, connection, and joy.

Lisa Bernstein www.lisabernstein.com @art_escapes_by_lisa artescapes@lisabernstein.com (240) 888-2280 I am a Washington, DC, oil and watercolor painter. My style combines representational and abstract elements, in order to reveal aspects of the subject beyond what is seen, and to evoke an emotional response in the viewer through bold colors and textured brushstrokes. Drawing on a tradition that runs from Berthe Morisot and Vincent van Gogh to the German Expressionist Gabriele Münter, I experiment with colors and color relationships; with combinations of thick, visible brushwork and thin, fluid paint application; and with dissolving edges. I do not plan the outcome, but instead let the subject speak through the physical act of placing color on canvas. I choose subjects ranging from flowers to figures and portraits, landscapes and cityscapes, to reflect, to interpret, and to document my neighborhood and the people, animals, and places loved by friends and family. I especially enjoy connecting to my community through plein air and live interior painting. I seek to create a visual memory of my surroundings, witnessing and recording for myself and others a child, a beloved pet, a neighborhood, before it changes, before it is gone.

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Lisa Horowitz www.lisahorowitz.com @mosaic55 lhorowitz55@gmail.com (301) 580-5488 I am a full-time artist residing in suburban Maryland. Though largely self-taught, I have been fortunate to learn from skilled teachers and a variety of workshops that have expanded my technical knowledge and inspired new directions in my work. These experiences have introduced me to a range of methods for working in concrete and metal armatures, using Italian smalti or molten and chiseled glass, and employing classical techniques in modern pieces. My portfolio reflects this range of influence and methods.

Lisa Laohaphan lisalaohaphan.com @lisalaohaphan llaohaphan@yahoo.com

This painting captures a charming street in the Cotswolds, inspired by the artist’s recent travels to the area. Clean lines and simplified forms highlight the strong architectural structure of the buildings, while the region’s signature cream-colored stone and brick are reflected in the warm, soft palette. A red-cabbed lorry and sweeping sky bring movement and contrast to the otherwise orderly composition. The work fits seamlessly into the artist’s broader series, continuing her focus on clustered buildings and thoughtfully composed street views.

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Lisa Rivoir @natural.tension naturaltension.fiberart@gmail.com

I am a fiber artist who draws on weaving and macrame techniques to craft textural wall hangings that evoke a sense of movement and soft disquiet. Each work is anchored by a support - driftwood, salvaged objects - that I warp up directly, building upon the natural tension of the materials to craft a structure that I weave into. For weft, I embrace a range of texturally rich fibers, from wool roving to recycled yarns, to build complex nature-inspired color palettes that bring depth to each piece, drawing the viewer deeper into the materiality of the work.

Liz Mullikin (301) 814-3866

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Lori G. Gordon The inspiration for “Always Autumn” came from the vibrant colors found in nature. My intention for this watercolor painting was to express the joy felt when nature is at its most vivid. I rendered the leaves to convey a sense of pattern and movement. My technique emphasizes a broad color range, crisp detail, and a harmonious flow of the objects. “Always Autumn” is an expression of the beauty of the season.

Lori Grigsby www.lori-land.com I paint the visions that come to me.

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Lorraine Hill lorrathill@gmail.com (856) 466-5668

My artworks reflect my visual interpretations of personal experiences. Those reflections may be inspiring, eye opening or earth shattering depending on the subject matter. Every art piece tells a story. The meaning of the story is unique to each observer, as it should be. My objective is to awaken feelings, emotions or wonder in those who view my artworks.

Lucienne Mettam www.luciennemettam.online @luciennemettam luciennemettam@gmail.com (301) 366-9049

I am interested in the ways experience becomes embedded within us, shaping how we perceive ourselves, one another, and the world around us. I think of us as living archives. Memories, places, relationships, and encounters remain within the body long after they have passed, continuing to influence what we notice, what we remember, and how we move through the world. I am interested in these histories and the quiet ways they persist beneath the surface of everyday experience. The experience of looking through translucent forms is central to my practice. I am drawn to the vulnerability of translucency and the way it allows multiple experiences, identities, and histories to exist simultaneously. Looking through a form becomes a way of considering what it carries, revealing the layers that shape perception while allowing connections between bodies, species, and environments to remain visible. I hope my work encourages imagination, inviting viewers to spend time within these layered spaces and reflect on the unseen forces that continue to shape how we see and relate to one another.

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Luming Niu www.lumingniuart.com My work explores the emotional atmosphere that exists beneath outward appearances. Whether working in landscape, portraiture, or abstraction, I am interested in the subtle feelings that shape our experience of a place, a person, or a moment. Rather than describing a specific narrative, I use color, form, and spatial relationships to create a sense of mood and presence. I am drawn to moments of stillness, tension, memory, and reflection—experiences that are often felt more strongly than they can be explained.

Lynn Evertz www.NatureInGlassbyLynn lynnevertz@gmail.com

I am a fused glass artist for several years, using all forms of glass to create art related to nature. My art is inspired by all the beauty there is in nature

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Lynn M Ruiz www.StudioLMR.com artstudiolmr@gmail.com

I have a background in photography and printmaking, studying at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington DC in the 1980’s. After raising two children, one with disabilities and advocating for years for disability rights I decided to continue my art and chose glass as a medium. Glass has an inherent strength yet is so fragile much like our human experiences. Working from photographs or drawings I abstract and simplify the subject. When a piece of glass doesn’t cut as intended another spot is found for that piece. Waste is an integral part of the overall design. The work begins to evolve and change and then perfected.

Lynn Martin www.loftgallery.org/our-artists/watercolor/lynn-martin/

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M Braxton www.mabraxton-art.square.site @ mabraxtonart mbraxton1@aol.com (202) 257-7446

Muriel is a self-taught artist whose passion for art began at an early age. As a child, she could often be found sketching by nightlight, using any surface she could find as a canvas for her imagination. Though she stepped away from art after high school to pursue a career in accounting, the creative spark never left her. Years later, while still working in the accounting field, Muriel enrolled in a basic drawing class at her local art league—the only formal training she has ever received. It was as if no time had passed; her artistic skill had quietly matured, waiting for its return. Around that time, she also learned of her estranged father’s passing. She discovered that he had once worked as a professional artist in the Washington, D.C. area. Although she never saw his work, Muriel honors his influence on her natural talent. A few months after that class, she picked up a paintbrush for the first time—and the creativity began to pour out. Three years later, she left her accounting job to care for her beloved grandmother, her greatest supporter. One of her first completed paintings, “Grandma Hands,” was a portrait dedicated to her. Sharing her finished work with her grandmother brought her immeasurable joy. Muriel’s art is characterized by bold, vibrant colors and a deep appreciation for people and their stories. Portraits bring her the greatest satisfaction, and she has recently begun blending graphite and acrylics to produce vivid, expressive works that blur the line between realism and abstraction. Each piece reflects not only her technical skill but also the emotional journey that brought her back to her first love—art.

Madeline Kennedy badelinesbadart.com @badelinesbadart madelinereagankennedy@gmail.com

As an artist, I am deeply and wonderfully loyal to acrylic paint. Because acrylic paint, to me, maintains an element of ‘play’ deep within the constitution of the material. And the element of play is very integral to my artistic practice. When I stand in front of a blank canvas, with a palette of acrylic paint, I am free to make mistakes, I am free to embrace the mess, the texture and the imperfect, and paint exactly what I need to paint. To me, it is a return to a childlike state of wonder, and that wonder is where I start every piece of art that I create.

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Mak mdehejia@gmail.com (301) 938-9144

Mak Dehejia, a self taught watercolorist, is a signature meter of the Baltimore Watercolor Society and the Potomac Valley Watercolorists. He took up painting late in life and has participated in the Glen Echo Labor Day Show for several years. is work is influenced by memories of the scenes he remembers from his childhood days in the desert areas of north western India. Dust storms in the hot afternoons attracted him to the misty yellow/orange hues and the heat made him seek shelter in the shade of dark tress near the water’s edge. He paints moods and feelings rather than physical scenes.

Marc Farley marc@marcfarley.com

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Margaret Ingram @margie.ingram.art margieingram413@gmail.com

I studied art & marketing and had a successful career in advertising. I enjoy painting in oils and love subject matters like the Chesapeake bay, the ocean, & kids on the beaches. I love design and color in a scene that I try to incorporate all in my paintings. Enjoy the art! Margie

Maria A. Brito www.mabvisualartist.com @mabvisualartist mabvisualartist@gmail.com

María A. Brito is a Latin American artist, a nature lover, and an activist. She works in a variety of mediums, including painting, mixed media, and upcycled art. Her work explores the deep connection between humanity and nature. Using vibrant colors, movement, layered images, and symbolism, she celebrates the beauty of the natural world while encouraging reflection and, in some cases, raising awareness about environmental issues. Some of her pieces explore the cycles of creation and renewal that shape the planet and all living beings.

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Maria-Victoria Checa mvchecaart.com @mvcheca.art mvcheca@gmail.com (202) 669-2590 Maria-Victoria Checa is a Washington, DC–based contemporary artist known for vibrant abstract paintings, luminous water reflections, and modern impressionist landscapes inspired by nature, color, and movement. Born to a Nicaraguan father and Parisian mother, Checa was raised in France by her French grandparents. Her paintings explore expressive color, atmosphere, and movement, often blurring the boundary between abstraction and landscape. Working from her studio in Bethesda, MD, Checa creates original paintings inspired by reflections, forests, flower fields, and imagined natural environments filled with luminous color and textured movement. Her paintings are collected across the United States and internationally.

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Marideth Joy Sandler www.mjsandlerphotography.com @sandlermarideth maridethsandler@gmail.com (202) 372-7999 I am a photographer of motion, especially of athletes as they pursue their sports. I am a photographer of unique places, and I create global portraits of people and animals. Suspending reality photographically also fascinates me. as does inventing in-motion photos of structures that are quite still, like bridges, the U.S. Capitol and ballparks. But edging their way into my ongoing subjects are my fascination and love for the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge across the Anacostia River carrying South Capitol Street, and the osprey family that inhabits the pilons just upstream of the Bridge from March through August each year. These two photos are special examples. The Douglass Bridge disappeared on a winter morning earlier this year and, as the minutes passed, the low fog revealed, then hid, then only partially showed the Bridge’s structural beauty as the sun rose and shone on the Bridges arches while morning traffic flowed below. The osprey family had just one offspring this year. On June 29, just seven weeks after hatching, the fledgling flew for the first time out of the nest – to the farthest pilon of the cluster. Mom, on the nest pilon, started screeching; the fledgling made pleading noises, looked down at the water, and seemed rather unsteady; and Dad perched on a third pilon, watching silently. Suddenly both parents flew to the fledgling, each perched at a separate height, and they seemed to converse together. Their heads were inclined toward the fledgling, and Mom continued to ‘talk.’. This photo captures that unique, family moment.

Marie-B Cilia De Amicis www.mariebphotographs.com @marie.bphotographs mariebphotographs@gmail.com (571) 338-7717 Through photography, I explore the many ways people and places shape our sense of belonging. Whether capturing a solitary structure on a California beach or a fleeting encounter in a remote village of Papua New Guinea, I am drawn to moments that reveal both our differences and our shared humanity. In Beacon of Belonging, a brightly colored lifeguard tower stands alone against the vast expanse of sea and sky, serving as a quiet marker of identity, refuge, and place. In Mud Woman with Piglet, a ceremonial participant from Papua New Guinea is portrayed with quiet dignity, offering a glimpse into cultural traditions that continue to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Together, these images invite viewers to reflect on the diverse landscapes—both physical and human—that connect us across cultures and continents, reminding us that belonging can be found in both the places we inhabit and the communities we create.

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Marika Meyer www.marikameyer.com @marikameyerstudio

y work explores the interplay between pattern, color, texture M and memories through abstract collage. By layering found materials, hand-painted papers, and discarded fragments, I work to tell stories through hidden layers. What I leave exposed acts as the lens into the memory, asking the viewer to encounter the pieces through their own shared experiences.

Mark Adler www.markadlerart.com @markadlerart adlermark@comcast.net (301) 339-4010

Art has been a constant throughout my life from illustrating for my high school yearbook to creating buildings and backdrops for my model train layout. After retiring from a career as a lawyer, I discovered a passion for watercolor painting that allowed me to see my surroundings in a new light. After painting watercolors for about two and a half years, I discovered painting on recycled tea bags with watercolor and gouache in the Summer of 2023 when I heard about tea bag artist Ruby Silvious and saw her work. I have now completed more than 250 tea bag paintings. It is very satisfying to create art from a used tea bag that would otherwise be discarded. You can find more of my work, including my paintings on recycled tea bags, as well as a short documentary featuring my painting on tea bags.

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Mark Leatherman www.leathermanlandscapes.com @leathermanlandscapes leatherm@yahoo.com (240) 271-3015

My passion has always been to depict natural beauty to evoke in the viewer a spiritual connection to their own deeper being. Of course, I am also sensitive to the spirit of the other beings who share our planet, and sometimes can reveal their essential nature in my images. The camera view restricts the eye; but when used well, it focuses the mind. My desire is to enhance the vision of the viewer and to spark awareness of the greater truth within and beyond the world around us.

Maro Nalabandian @patisschefmaro patisschefmaro@gmail.com

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Martha Campos Endara jimenace10@gmail.com (301) 251-0643

Have participated in various venues, but this is a favorite. Originally Ecuador I have studied at the Corcoran Art classes, Art Group Inter-American Development Bank Have participated in various exhibitions: JCC, Rockville, MD, Rockville Art League, Glenview Mansion, Embassies in DC, Art Exhibitions InterAmerican Development Bank. Flowers, old doors and walls are my favorite subjects.

Martha Shannon joemarshan@aol.com

My work is inspired by our natural surroundings. I have been painting for the last 25 years. I have a background in Art History and Museum Management. Fortunately I was trained by my artist husband, Joe Shannon. My medium is watercolor. Enjoy!

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Maruja Quezada marujasquezada.faso.com marujasquezada@gmail.com (301) 330-5982

For Maria painting has always been a part of her life. In her paintings she endeavors to convey the message of her perception of beauty through color, brush stroke, shape, and figure. She paints what motivates her. It may be a landscape, a human figure or a still life, although lately she is combining her impressionistic style with an abstract flavor. It is always exciting to find a subject that poses a challenge and paint it. Maria has received many awards for her artwork and has exhibited in many venues both in Maryland and in Baltimore. She has her own studio at the Bethesda Triangle Art Studios in Bethesda, MD.

Mary Ann Rametta mrametta.faso.com marametta@verizon.net

Mary Ann’s art exploration has been liberating, philosophical, and more social than she ever imagined. She will tell you that she sees her environment differently since she began seriously painting a few years ago. Mary Ann has taken a wide range of classes and workshops through the Art League in Alexandria, Virginia, and the Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo Park, Maryland, where she has painted under the teaching of Walt Bartman and Betheanne Cople (among others). Mary Ann has painted Plein Air along the banks of the Potomac River, botanical gardens in Maryland, coasts of Maine, and the lavender fields of the Provence region of France, as well as in her own backyard. Her work has been displayed and sold in multiple juried shows, including shows at the Art League, Alexandria, Virginia; Glen Echo and the Yellow Barn, Glen Echo, Maryland; and Clark County Art at the Mill, Millwood, Virginia.

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Mary Elcano mselcano@gmail.com (301) 325-2657

Mary Elcano studied art at the Corcoran School of Art + Design. There she focused on botanical art and illustration and the Corcoran Faculty gave her the Tiby Sharlin Award for superior artistic achievement. Her paintings have been in juried shows at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, the Eagle Hill Institute in Maine, and the Yellow Barn at Glen Echo. Her paintings are in the permanent White House collection and in numerous private collections. Ten of her watercolor paintings were featured in a “White House Holiday Guidebook.” Mary comes to the art world after a prestigious legal career. She was both General Counsel and acting President of the American Red Cross, a partner in Sidley Austin LLC, and General Counsel/Executive VP of the U.S. Postal Service. The contemplative quality she experiences as an artist is reflected in her watercolor paintings.

Mary Turpin mgeneva@aol.com

As a multi media fiber artist I create one of a kind woven or felted pieces using natural fibers and traditional techniques as well as found objects and contemporary techniques. Each piece is a unique design of different textures, colors, and patterns. I use hand dyed wool roving, silk roving, threads, and other fabrics.

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Marybeth Davis @mbad07 mbad07@gmail.com

I am a former quilter who has now shifted creative focus to watercolor, acrylics, pastels, and collage. I am drawn to subjects in nature that have deep color or unusual color combinations. I look for opportunities to add movement and a touch of mystery.

Marydee Donnan marydeedonnan@gmail.com (310) 621-6363

A career in architecture and space planning followed my BS degree from the University of Maryland. I have worked in the fields of graphic design and advertising as well. As a docent at the Smithsonian Institution and a volunteer ranger/interpreter with the National Park Service in California, I have been inspired by nature in my art works. Recently, the texture and 3-dimentional quality of watercolor collage has been my focus. I am a member of the Montgomery County Art Association. I have participated in art exhibits in CA, previous Glen Echo Labor Day Art Shows, and the Women’s Club of Chevy Chase Annual Art Show. My drawings have been in academic volumes relating to Andean Archaeology. Recently, the Metropolitan Museum of Art/Cloisters in New York City commissioned a drawing appearing in their catalog for the exhibit titled “Creatures of Myth and Imagination”.

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Matthew Jablonski matthewjablonski.com mjablonski.art@outlook.com

Matthew Logan @mattloganphotos matthewblogan@gmail.com (301) 512-7027

Photography began for me as a way to capture the fleeting moments of daily life—the walks I took, the people I met, the vistas I encountered. What began as a means to preserve memories quickly transformed into an artistic compulsion. Far from being a distraction, it became a practice that kept me deeply engaged with the present moment. Now, my approach is to embrace life’s spontaneity, finding beauty in both the ordinary and the unexpected, as I document our amazing world.

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Maureen Howell mobhowell62@gmail.com

My photographs celebrate the light, reflection and textures found in nature. The compositions offer a unique perspective of an ordinary moment. The orb is introduced as a means of contrasting the many textures of the outside world with the crystal’s solid form. The use of reflection, whether in water or crystal, invites you to look deeper into the composition. I want the viewer to be curious and unsure of what it is they see. My hope is that the viewer feels the emotion of the moments I capture and is challenged to look for those moments of beauty in their everyday life.

Mayank Banerjee @mayank_banerjee__ mayankbanerjee1806@gmail.com (443) 847-7117

My artwork explores the relationship between people and the modern world we live in, or about my culture. I mostly use charcoal and alcohol markers to portray these concepts on paper. With every project I work on, I attempt to raise the bar and outperform what I’ve created in the past. I love incorporating plenty of detail into my work so viewers are left with a lot more to interpret beyond the first glance.

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McPherson Fine Art www.mcphersonfineart.com @mcphersonfineart mcphersonfineart@gmail.com I’m an artist based in Fairfax County, Virginia, working primarily in oil and acrylic with a passion for realism. To me, painting is where careful observation meets quiet emotion. Each canvas is an invitation to pause and truly see the extraordinary within the ordinary. Whether I’m capturing the timeless simplicity of a still life, the fleeting elegance of a flower in bloom, the quiet depth of a portrait, or the serenity of a landscape, every subject tells a story that speaks to me in its own unique way. I am captivated by the dance of light and shadow. They sculpt form, breathe life into color, and create an atmosphere that reflects the rhythms and contrasts of our own lives. In a world that moves ever more quickly, my paintings celebrate the quiet beauty of everyday life, inviting viewers to slow down, look more closely, and rediscover the wonder that surrounds us.

Meghan C. Kruger meghan.c.kruger@gmail.com

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Melanie Gross Greenfield mg439@aol.com (301) 980-9939

Ever since my father gave me a Kodak Brownie camera when I was around 10 years old, I have found myself behind a camera. I mostly enjoy photographing scenery, nature, beach and clouds, and people. Presently I use my iPhone 17.

Melanie Starr Costello melaniestarrcostello@gmail.com (301) 928-9333

My paintings explore first encounters. I strive to convey the emotions that arise upon first glance--whether of an evershifting landscape, a person’s demeanor, or an internal image. The desire to visually articulate this meeting place of outer and inner landscape drives my creative development. As mediums, watercolor and pastel are well suited for imaging archetypal and imaginal currents in the psyche and for portraying the world I wish to inhabit.

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Meredith Henkelman mhenkelman@msn.com (443) 960-6350

Meredith is a ceramic artist whose work blends character, whimsy, and a touch of the surreal. Over the past three years, she has developed a pottery practice shaped by her studies in watercolor and figure sculpture at the Smithsonian, where she deepened her understanding of anatomy, gesture, and expressive form. Her pieces often lean into stylized, slightly eccentric shapes—an aesthetic her sister affectionately describes as having a Tim Burton vibe Meredith’s work invites viewers into a world where everyday forms feel animated, imaginative, and just a little off‑center.

Meredith Way Morris meredithwaymorris@icloud.com www.meredithmorrisart.com

My appreciation of beautiful landscape is what inspired me to learn to paint. Since I began to seriously study painting, I’ve explored landscape, plein air painting, portraiture, and still life using traditional oil paint. The last three years I’ve painted large scale abstract work using acrylic paint. Recently I have gravitated back to my love of the landscape in all its moods and seasons. I’m now experimenting with water soluble oil paint and find I enjoy the feeling of buttery oil paint combined with the fluidity of water that the medium provides. There seems to be a spontaneity and freshness that is reminiscent of plein air painting.

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Merrilee Harrigan www.joyofglass.com @joyofglass harrigan@joyofglass.com (202) 365-1813

Merrilee Harrigan is a glass and jewelry artist based in Washington DC. While embarked on a career researching and teaching renewal energy and energy efficiency, she discovered the pleasure and excitement of the creative artistic process. She took her first fused glass class in 2003 and was immediately hooked on the beauty and creative process of glassmaking. Her art includes wall art, bowls and plates and fine jewel. Merrilee studied fused glass at Vitrum Studio, Bullseye Glass, the Art Glass Center at Glen Echo, and Helios Studio in Austin Texas. She learned silversmithing at Silverworks at Glen Echo and studied with Ronda Coryell in New Mexico to learn to craft silver settings to add to her fused glass jewelry. Her work has been exhibited at art shows and exhibitions around the region, and her piece “We Are All Beautiful 2” was awarded first prize at the Workhouse 6th Annual National Glass Exhibition in 2012. Merrilee brings her environmental values to her art, using solar panels to power her home studio and using only recycled precious metals.

Michael Messner @mikemessnerart mjaymessner@gmail.com (301) 518-4781

Before his retirement as a mathematical statistician, Mike was honored to receive the American Statistical Association’s Roger Herriot Award for Innovation in Federal Statistics. Now, he brings mathematics, statistics and innovation to his printing, painting and sculpture.

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Michele Banks www.artologica.net @artologica artologica@gmail.com

I make watercolor and ink paintings that use scientific imagery and concepts to explore ideas of interconnection. Looking at science through the prism of art allows me to engage deeply with ideas of what it means to be alive, to be human, and to belong in a natural and social environment. I use water-based media to make my images transparent or translucent, to hint at what is happening beneath the surface. Watercolor and ink naturally flow into the type of fractal patterns found in nature: in neurons, blood vessels, tree branches, and river systems.

Michelle Gates MichelleGatesArt.com

I love science, art, and education and relish any excuse to explore and illustrate the natural world. Nature is my primary source of inspiration. I enjoy trying to capture the complex patterns and forms of living things, whether it is a tiny sweat bee or a towering tree fern. I draw inspiration from scientific illustrators as well as the old masters. I love to observe things carefully and hope to share some of those observations through my art.

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Mihira Karra mihirakarra.com @mihirakarra_art mvkarra24@gmail.com (703) 795-0799

I am a figurative artist based in Vienna, Virginia. I specialize in portraits and figurative work using fabric and mixed media. My work is influenced by my upbringing in India and my work in international development. I love to show emotion and strength in my works and tell stories through art.

Mita Lazarte @mitachaart mitacha59@gmail.com (240) 861-1986

I’m an artist inspired by the beauty of nature. My paintings reflect the play of color, form, ligth and shadow surrounding objects and landscapes. I challenge myself to capture these elements in plein air paintings and painting from life.

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Mojdeh Mahdavi @Atmospheric_archive mojoo.mahdavi@gmail.com (617) 852-7430

I have always understood home through what I carried with me rather than through what I left behind. My paintings begin as drawings from life, but they do not remain about the model. I leave them unfinished and return to them later, when observation has become memory. Returning to these traces allows me to work from what remains rather than from what I once saw. Figures dissolve into landscape, color, and atmosphere, becoming vessels for remembered places. I am interested in the moment when an observed body ceases to be a body and becomes a memory carried by paint.

Mona Wells I find so much joy in capturing the vitality of the world around me. I try to translate fleeting moments and living subjects into lasting visual experiences, inviting the viewer to pause and look closer at the beauty in front of us.

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Monica Pittman MonicaPittmanArtist.com monicatpittman@gmail.com (202) 320-0639

Monica’s work is inspired by local scenery and a passion to paint the Potomac River in all its glory. Monica paddle boards on the Potomac River for recreation and inspiration bringing a “on the water” approach to her paintings.

Most Alluring Elements mostalluringelements.com @mostalluringelements

My practice bridges the ancient lineage of mosaic art with a contemporary exploration of dimension, material tension, and form. By pushing glass beyond traditional two-dimensional planes into three-dimensional sculptural works, I examine how light, weight, and texture intersect to evoke human emotion. In the Love to Love series, hand-cut glass tiles are meticulously shaped and placed, wrapping around a sculptural heart form. The iridescent, fiery crimson glass shifts with ambient light, capturing a luminous vitality that reflects the fluidity of affection and passion. This fluid brilliance is juxtaposed against a raw pyrite heart anchored upon its surface. Love to Love transforms a universal symbol into a multi-textured tactile narrative on endurance, passion, and human connection.

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Myriam Hamdallah @myriamhamdy myriamhamdallah@gmail.com

My paintings explore the relationship between people and the natural world, focusing on the splendor and fragility of my subject. I often turn to still life compositions as a way of observing nature in intimate, everyday forms. Through these arrangements I consider how natural objects and domestic spaces intersect, revealing quiet moments of connection. Inspired by shifting light, organic forms and the vibrancy of color, I use layered composition and bold palettes to create works that invite reflection and emotional resonance.

Nancy Garcia vgarciahhf@gmail.com (703) 305-2494

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Nancy Hacskaylo www.WashingtonWaxWorks cheznance@gmail.com

Working in encaustic has opened a dynamic world of layering materials and meaning. The use of hot wax—fluid, unpredictable, and difficult to control—challenges me to embrace spontaneity and trust the process within this ancient medium. I am drawn to its tactile nature and the way it invites both precision and chance. Experimentation is central to my practice. I incorporate a variety of materials, continually exploring how they interact with wax to create unexpected textures, depth, and visual narratives. Each piece becomes an act of discovery, shaped as much by intuition as by intention.

Nancy Loomis @nancyloomis2 nancy12345678@gmail.com

Ever developing artist, working primarily in watercolor, gouache and color pencil, to create a mix of original realistic, abstract and often fanciful surrealist creations. Also enjoy oils, pastels and acrylics and as time permits, paper crafting for art journaling, collage, and card making using die cuts, stamps and stencils and almost anything that strikes my creative fancy.

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Nancy M Patrick www.nmccarthyart.com @NMcCarthyArt nancypatrick1407@gmail.com

I’m an artist in Springfield, VA, born on Staten Island, NY, expressing myself since childhood through various media painting, oil and acrylic, arts & crafts, pen and ink, oil pastels, charcoal, mixed media ... Art is a realm where imagination and reality collide to produce a unique representation of myself. A visual person, I have always loved the vibrant colors of nature which inspire my art. I take thousands of photos a year each with the potential to inspire a piece of art. (whether realistic, surreal or something in-be-tween.) My current Solo Art Show “Smiles Welcomed” at Art League Gallery in the Torpedo Factory - July, 2026 and other solo shows at The Franconia Governmental Center, Green Spring Gardens Park and River Farm were well received. My art has been displayed in over 100 juried shows and venues in the Northern Virginia area, winning awards at multiple shows. As a member/board member of six local art groups, I am constantly evolved in creation of art and expanding the art world to others.

Nancy Megas nancymegas.crevado.com nanmeg2@gmail.com (703) 220-3663

I love exploring a variety of subjects in my work, from vibrant landscapes to challenging still lifes and everything in between. My journey has been enriched by the incredible instructors at The Yellow Barn at Glen Echo and The Art Guild in Alexandria. For me, painting is a joyful escape—a place where I can immerse myself and leave the rest of the world behind. I hope you enjoy viewing my paintings as much as I’ve enjoyed creating them!

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Natalie Barat www.facebook.com/natalie.barat.2025 @nataliebaratart nb@nataliebarat.com (240) 893-1505

My paintings live in the space between the abstract and the real — where emotion, memory, and form collide. I approach the canvas with spontaneity and honesty, letting intuition lead the way. Through layered brushwork, bold textures, and organic shapes, I explore the tension between control and chaos, presence and absence. Each piece is a visual dialogue, meant to evoke feeling more than definition. My work invites viewers to slow down, look closer, and find their own meaning within the movement.

Nataliya Andreyeva www.artbynataliya.com nataliya.andreyeva@gmail.com

Nataliya (artbynataliya) is a Ukraine born and raised arts activist now living and creating art in the Washington DC area. She is an award-winning member artist of the Torpedo Factory, The Art League (Arlington, VA), Maryland Federation of Art and Montgomery Art Association. Nataliya’s work is tri-fold: abstract, impressionistic, and digital collages dedicated to the history of the Metro Rail System of Washington D.C. She is known for her vivid colors, texture, and use of mixed media.

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Neal Machado nealmachado.com @nealm.art nealmachado12@gmail.com

My work centers largely around color, with my overarching goal being to capture the brilliance of natural light. Through paint, I aim to preserve the most fleeting of visual sensations – from blossoming flowers to the setting sun. My works are the outcomes of many thorough investigations into color relationships that delight, a process documented in rich layers of pure, unmixed paint. Through the search to accurately distribute color notes on canvas, my paintings serve as an exploration of the underlying patterns present in nature. Individual threads of colors establish local geometries and abstractions, weaving together to complete the impression when viewed as a whole.

Nigel Fox (Age: 14) info.cafepottery@gmail.com

I enjoy exploring different subjects through painting and drawing, always looking for new ways to improve my skills. I’m especially interested in light, color, and texture, and I like finding creative challenges in everyday objects and nature. With every new piece, I hope to learn something new and create artwork that people enjoy living with.

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Nil Navaie www.art4development.net/artspacebynil

My work is rooted in curiosity and the investigation of stories, materials, and the intersections between nature and culture. Through mixed media, each piece becomes a dialogue between intuition and inquiry, blending organic forms, textures, and symbolic elements. I explore dualities: emotion and reason, the natural and crafted, the seen and unseen, complexity and simplicity, and the real and imagined. In the Noodles series, these ideas unfold through the relationship between the human mind and the patterns of nature, reflecting on consciousness, transformation, and the invisible threads that connect us to ourselves and the living world.

Nino Tielidze nino20280@gmail.com

Nino Tielidze is a Georgian artist and Master graduate of the Tbilisi State Apollon Kutateladze Academy of Arts. Her work explores identity, emotion, and cultural memory through painting, blending figurative and abstract forms into expressive visual narratives.

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Nolan https://nolan.studio @nolan.studio.art nolan@nolan.studio

Jeans are our biographers. Individually, they hold intimate records of their wearers; collectively, they form a cultural archive of ordinary life. I create material-led abstract paintings from denim harvested from worn jeans—ubiquitous, democratic garments that are also deeply personal. Worn close to the body, they bear the marks of movement, labor, and daily life through fading, fraying, creases, and stress. My process begins with the stories already worn into the cloth. Through bleaching, cutting, washing, and painting, I excavate and extend those stories, collaborating with the material rather than covering it. The next time you wear jeans, what will they remember?

Norda Kittrie nordakittrie@gmail.com

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Norma Lynn Fox normalynn@normalynn.com

I photograph places in transition, most recently on the lower Eastern Shore of Maryland. The water is rising -- and the land is sinking.

Owen Herrnstadt oherrnstadt@gmail.com

I photograph nature with an eye for contrast, detail, and perspective. I look for those unique moments when a composition provides a startling scene that only nature can create.

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Aaron Cohen (Age: 4) rashleycohen@gmail.com

This is an owl puppet I made at Glen Echo camp this summer.

Pat Goslee www.patgoslee.com @patgosleeart info@patgoslee.com (202) 538-2240

Painting, an act that lies between a noun and a verb, is a silent form of communication. It is an arena of dreams with the power to create alternatives to the destructive currents of public discourse. These paintings are visual barometers, a way to speak without words revealing emotional issues stored in human tissue. They reference spiritual mythologies, the mysteries of Mother Nature and the blooming of hope. While making marks, information about the microbiome (human, animal and environmental) is often assimilated. These are not literal representations, rather assigned meanings for a process; a way of stimulating healing thoughts and tapping into the internal and external waters that connects us all.

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Patricia Whittle www.pwhittleart.com @pwhittleart pwhittleart@gmail.com (703) 338-5210 Patricia Whittle is a Leesburg, VA based artist. She creates original mixed media paintings — vibrant botanical florals and layered landscapes — built from acrylic, ink, marker, and collage. Each piece reflects herpassion for color, pattern, and the small details of the natural world that we easily walk past without noticing. Her hope is that these works bring you a sense of wonder and a desire to look more carefully at the world around you.

Paul Fields https://paul-fields-photography.myportfolio.com/

I have been a photographer since age thirteen, starting with a Minolta SRT-101 and a Durst M600 enlarger. Fifty-six years on, I am drawn to photography as my greatest passion. Landscapes, reflections, textures, fountains, flowers, fog, architecture and abstracts all speak to me. With more time, will come more images.

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Paul Linseisen p.linseisen@gmail.com (202) 361-5884

The Washington, DC area provides such a wide range of interesting people and things to photograph. It’s great to just take the camera out to the latest event and see what you see.

Paul Zapatka https://przapatka.wixsite.com/paulzapatka przapatka@hotmail.com

I, Paul Zapatka, expect to draw or paint with quality inspired by Paul Cezanne’s motto: “Art is a Religion.” I am inspired and influenced by Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, Edward Hopper, Henri Matisse, Richard Diebenkorn, Georgia O’Keeffe, and William Bailey.

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Paula Bannerman (DCartist) www.dcartist.com @dcartist thedcdeveloper@gmail.com

Born and raised in the Washington, D.C., metro area, Paula Bannerman, also known as DCArtist, is a teacher, artist, and software engineer with more than 30 years of programming experience. She works in 2d/3d graphic design, graphite, charcoal, photography, acrylic painting (especially on vinyl records), watercolors, and video design. Paula has exhibited art and advocated for STEM events in the arts for over 15 years. Her passion lies in encouraging others to find and take their passions to the next level, with her weekly streams on Twitch.

Paula Tobenfeld paulatobenfeld@gmail.com

My training (Certificate of Completion with Distinction) is in botanical art. My work has been juried into many exhibitions in the Metro DC area. In 2018 I was awarded first prize in painting at the Glen Echo Labor Day Weekend Art Show. Other venues include Brookside Gardens, Strathmore Mansion Invitational Gallery, Paint the Town Armory Show, Kentlands Arts Barn and Mansion, The National Cathedral, Montgomery Arts and Humanities Council, and the Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas

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Peng Kong pengskong@gmail.com

Penny Smith sevenpalettes.com eps5@comcast.net (240) 403-7677

I have two passions. One is art and the other music. As an artist, I am colorist by nature. When I see color, I imagine musical tone and vibrations. Listening to music when painting creates mood and rhythm and inspires creative energy. When I paint outdoors the sounds of nature such as the running water and the rustling leaves become the music of the painting. My style of painting is contemporary impressionistic. I draw inspiration from the impressionists and especially like Monet, Matisse and Van Gogh. Contemporary artists I admire are Richard Schmid, Connie Hayes, David Sharpe, and Richard Diebenkorn. I believe that there is a basic instinct in human beings to be creative and to express their thoughts and feelings. Art lives beyond the moment that it is created and gives us a lingering sense of who we are and a way to communicate with others. The senses play an integral part in the creative process for me. Sensing color vibrations and feeling the rhythmic quality of the paintbrush are important elements for me as I strive to transform a blank canvas into a painting. Listening to music while I paint serves as a source of inspiration and creates a rhythm for painting. I strive to capture both the physical and emotional component of my subject and to convey that energy to the viewer. I invite you to join me in experiencing the joy of creating art through painting.

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Pete Seligman peteseligman.com @peteseligman pete.seligman@gmail.com (240) 305-1801

I’m a collage painter. I begin a picture by creating a collage from photographs I take and images cut from magazines to build a landscape or interior space of some sort. Then I paint on the collage and mesh the printed images and painted surfaces so that there is a smooth, seamless transition between the two media resulting in a believably realistic scene. My paintings often embrace ambiguity, humor, and surrealism. Recurring themes include psychologically charged situations and sometimes awkward struggles. I work in oil and cold wax medium and with acrylic paints on canvas, wood, and Masonite.

Philip Wexler philipwexler@msn.com

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Phyllis Meltzer pjmeltzer@gmail.com

Soft pastels are my favorite means of creative expression. By putting pastel chalk to paper I join artists around the world who have used this medium to show the world their skills, thoughts and emotions. I “discovered” pastels twenty years ago and found it be perfect for me to make my “mark” in the world. The medium continues to delight me.

Pia Mianulli viapia@msn.com

I’m drawn to landscapes that evoke a sense of peace and solitude. The symmetry and natural light brings the viewer a sense of calm and stillness.

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Piyawan (Penny) Kovach piyawankov@verizon.net

Precious Burger www.preciousburger.com @preciousburgerartist precious@preciousburger.com (571) 723-2211

I create vibrant, layered mixed-media paintings that explore courage, resilience, authenticity and human connection. Every painting begins with play—a conversation guided by curiosity, shaped by intuition and sustained by a willingness to listen rather than control. Using acrylic paint, collage, texture and expressive mark-making, I build and remove layers, responding to each new development until an unexpected image, energy or truth begins to emerge. Rather than illustrating a predetermined idea, I allow each painting to reveal one. My work often holds seemingly opposing forces: strength and vulnerability, individuality and belonging, rootedness and radiance. I invite viewers to pause, bring their own experiences to the work and discover something of themselves within it. I believe we are not meant to diminish ourselves in order to belong. We are meant to stand rooted in who we are and allow our unique light to be seen. Through my art, I hope to create moments of wonder that reconnect us—to ourselves, to one another and to what is possible.

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R.C. Danis robertcdanis@gmail.com (703) 582-9404

Rachael Mah rnmah123@gmail.com (571) 455-3097

Rachael Mah is a graphic designer and painter from Reston, Virginia. After studying graphic design and ceramics at James Madison University, she built a career in design while maintaining a passion for painting in her spare time.

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Rebecca Rothey www.rotheyphotography.com @rebeccarotheyartist

Photography offers the opportunity to fully immerse myself in the world around me. When I am making photographs, I slow down and observe moments that I would otherwise miss. Time stops, my mind frees while my eyes roam and my finger clicks, as if on impulse. Working in black and white removes distractions and allows me to focus on the emotion and geometry of a scene. I enjoy making images with people I don’t know, creating momentary connections with them. There is a unique intimacy in those shared moments.

Rebekah Keener www.bekartfineart.com @bekart_paintings bekakitty@yahoo.com

Reality pairs well with a healthy dose of fantasy, and vice versa. If I’m painting something that is real, I work from reference photos I take myself to acquaint myself with how it exists structurally. Then I use a dash of artistic license to make it the painting of my dreams by incorporating meticulous detail, saturated color, and luminosity. If I’m painting something that is a figment of my imagination, I want to feel that that creature really does exist, so I focus on shape, form, and setting. I want my art to be welcoming, escapist, and to spark stories in my viewers’ minds.

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Renée Nicole Ruggles www.lookingformagic.com @rnrlookingformacgic bronte673@hotmail.com

Renée Nicole Ruggles is a self-taught photographer. After receiving her first digital camera, as an unexpected gift. An active volunteer in the Metro DMV music community, she began teaching herself to take capture live music performances. This effort led to paid opportunities to work with local music artists and 150 freelance community newspaper assignments. She values capturing people in their element and preserving meaningful moments, as they occur, without the use of extensive editing. Spending summers many local parks, for newspaper assignments, she sought to convey the joy and awe of nature that Northern Virginia offers. The name of her site, “Looking for Magic” came out of making the most from right where you are. Countless hours have been spent, chasing the glow of the setting sun on nature and leaves and capturing people doing what they love. A new life chapter sent her to grad-school and a full-time teaching job in a functional work-skills program, for students with disabilities. Submitting work for consideration in local exhibits provided a new way to connect with her photography and share with the community. She has a love of realistically capturing reflections, items worn by time, and the unexpected.

Renee Sandell reneesandellart.com @reneesandellart renee.sandell@gmail.com

Through my Marking & Mapping® approach, drawing becomes both a visual practice and a form of meditation. Working with inks, markers, pencils, pens, and paints on silk, paper, and board, I use line, color, layering, and movement to explore the human condition in contemplative ways. Neutral tones, metallic surfaces, and vivid bursts of color create pathways that invite viewers into meditative mindscapes shaped by flow, discovery, and renewal. My ongoing series, Virtue Maps, gives visual form to meaningful virtues such as Resilience, Unity, and Compassion. Each work offers a maze-like journey through an imaginative landscape where viewers may find insight, inspiration, healing, and hope. Rooted in gratitude and spiritual expression, these maps bring light into darkness and envision peace for humanity and the planet, especially in turbulent times.

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Rita Furst Seifert rfseifert@comcast.net (301) 654-8882

My paintings and collages lean toward abstraction and are inspired by the interplay of colors and shapes. Combining repetition and variety, I hope to engage the viewer with a sense of movement and excitement of color. My photographs tend to be of people and places that are visually interesting and/or tell a story.

Rita Rubin ritalrubin@gmail.com

I’m a storyteller who uses words or photos, depending on what I want to say. Wherever I go, whether it’s a place I’ve visited so many times I could navigate it on autopilot or a never-beforeseen locale, I keep my eyes and ears open for potential stories, and nothing gives me greater satisfaction and joy than sharing them.

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Robert G. Fishman www.facebook.com/thecabinstudioinLinden robertgfishman@gmail.com (240) 354-8626

I am an oil painter whose work reflects a lifelong fascination with how people inhabit their worlds—their gestures, routines, and quiet moments of connection. Drawing on my background as a cultural anthropologist, I approach painting as both an artist and an observer, translating lived experience into visual form. My paintings often explore scenes of everyday life, distilling fleeting encounters and simple rituals into impressionistic images that carry layers of story and emotion. While memory is a recurring element in my work—particularly in my Deconstructed Landscape series inspired in part by my mother’s decline into dementia—it is only one thread in a broader exploration of how we see, feel, and hold onto the human experience. Working primarily in expressive abstraction and figurative impressions, I aim to capture more than a likeness or a place. I want to reveal a moment’s texture—the intimacy, connection, or quiet passage of time—inviting viewers to share in a sense of presence that lingers beyond the canvas.

Robin Pratt @robinprattstudio

For me each painting is an exploration, and I never get tired of exploring. I paint from observation but try to push beyond the literal to express something of what I feel when I look at a scene or an object.

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Rodolfo Pérez ropelo75@gmail.com (301) 502-4024

The sights and experiences lived during my travels have become the indispensable source of my inspiration. These two pieces evolved from my experiences in Türkiye and India.

Rolly Loughren

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Ron Greenberg www.lightsketches.artstorefronts.com/shop-art @roncomobacardi ideatnow@gmail.com (202) 594-0240 Ron spent over 35 years working and traveling in over 80 countries in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, Central America and South America. With my “light sketches” I try to capture my wanderlust with insights into other cultures, food, lifestyles, and appreciation for people of the world. My ‘light sketches’ of the world are offered to you with the purpose of looking at the world and seeing its complexity, diversity, beauty and the inherent dignity of other people and places.

Ronie Nieva ronienievaart@gmail.com (301) 452-4257

I am a watercolor artist who has enjoys portraying scenes around my home environment in Metro DC as well as the beauty in my frequent travels. Working in wayercolor is enjoyable, challenging, and sometimes frustrating - just like life itself.

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Ronni Jolles www.RonniJolles.com @ronnijolles ronnijolles@gmail.com

My art form resulted as I searched for my own artistic process and my own medium. I have painters, sculptors, and printmakers in my family of artists, and I was determined to find my voice in a new art form that was uniquely me. As I searched for my own medium, I found the best of all worlds in paper. Here was a sculptural medium to satisfy my tactile nature. I have traveled and gathered papers from all over the world. I use these papers as I cut, rip, and layer them to create uniquely textured scenes. Acrylic sealants and acrylic paint are sometimes used on top of the papers to add more variation in color, to bring out textures, and to protect the paper. It is a labor –intensive process, and this process continues to evolve. My paper art form also embodies my commitment to recycling and sustainability, as the papers I use are created with pre-existing organic materials and changed into a usable and viable material. Many of the raw materials in paper would be otherwise discarded, so there is an implicit ecological imperative that embeds itself in my art form.

Ronnie Offen ronnieoffen.com @ronart8 ronnieOart@aol.com

I enjoy painting objects or scenes that show moments in time. I like painting figures, especially children at play, beaches, resteraunts --in general, people relaxing and having a good time. I have always been attracted to showing how light defines and highlights certain areas.

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Rose Wienhoff rosewaterarts.com rosewaterarts@gmail.com

Rose Wienhoff has been painting for more than 25 years. She loves to paint rural landscapes, waterscapes, florals, animals and still life. She is currently doing a lotus and waterlily series along with pet portrait commissions. “Painting chose me,” she said. “I see paintings everywhere I look.” Claude Monet said it best, “Every day I discover more and more beautiful things. I have such a desire to do everything, my head is bursting with it.” Color also inspires her; bright, clear, intense colors full of light. Wienhoff shows and sells her art in regional galleries and fine art shows.

Rosemary Yue Art @rosemary_yue_art

I use classical methods and ideas to create my landscape artwork using palette knife. I love using a palette knife because it keeps me a bit looser than a brush. It’s fun to work with the natural texture that results from this method. I paint landscapes that share my joy of observing nature especially the play of light and the sky in its various forms including glorious sunsets.

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Roza Matlin @rozadream rozadream@comcast.net (301) 257-6866

Freedom is beauty. I find joy in creating works without being tied to any one medium and depicting a variety of subject matter, highlighting the many aspects of the world that I find magnificent. Through my work, I show the elegance of nature free from the confines of concrete realism, honoring life while surpassing its restrictions. In my art, I have the space and ability to create my own world, and it is my pleasure to open others’ eyes to their own worlds, which is why I teach art as well as make it. I value the ability to express myself and gladly do so with wool, wood, paint, and other materials. I enjoy experimenting with different techniques and try to learn one new medium each year. I strongly believe in art’s importance as a way to communicate, invite, comfort, and inspire others and ourselves.

Russ Mardon www.russmardonart.com @russmardonart russmard@gmail.com

My goal with each painting is to create a vivid and realistic piece of art that is beautiful and engaging, while also conveying a strong sense of place and perspective. I often focus on scenes that feature human-made structures—such as a road or building— in a beautiful, natural landscape, rich in patterns of color, shape, and texture. These paintings draw the viewer into the scene by creating a sense of space, highlighting the differences in shape and design between the human-made and natural elements. I use the palette knife, instead of or in addition to brushwork, to create eye-catching textures that bring interest to the surface of the painting itself. I work with oil and acrylic paint on cotton and linen canvas. Many of my ideas are drawn from photographs I’ve taken on hikes at local parks and trails, as well as travels in the U.S. and abroad. My personal connection to the painting gives them extra meaning that I hope resonates with others. I finish most of my paintings with custom painted frames that are an integral part of the work itself, highlighting key colors in the artwork, and sometimes continuing the scene onto the frame.

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S Roberts stephenr@hotmail.com (202) 577-7642

Mid-century modern art is popular today. Its enduring appeal lies in its clean balance of optimism and simplicity. It evokes a retro, sophisticated “Mad Men” era vibe.

Sahar Boussard www.artworkbysahar.com @artworkbysahar artworkbysahar@gmail.com

My work is an exploration of nature & florals as I experience it— through color, movement, and emotion rather than strict realism. I build layers of heavy acrylic paint to create texture and depth, often with saturated colors, allowing each piece to develop organically. The aim is to reflect how florals are bold, imperfect, and constantly shifting. I draw my inspiration from flowers, landscapes, and the small details often overlooked in everyday life.

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Sandi Atkinson idnasa@aol.com (301) 977-2867

Thank you for your interest in my artwork! I found “Herne Haunts Derwood” in a local park, a reminder of the old English tale of the wild hunt. “Neon Green Tractor” reveals from a different angle a bit of the intricate workings of an old farm vehicle. Specializing in acrylic painting, mixed-media, and photography, I want my work to be engaging, fun to look at, and understandable by all. A member of the Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers Society of Wash., D.C., Inc., I exhibit work at the annual miniatures art show at the Strathmore Mansion (Nov.-Jan.), and at other local shows in Waterford, Va., and the Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase, Md. Enjoy your time at the art show!

sandra fritter sandrafritter1@gmail.com (240) 417-2002

I’m striving for a unique perspective. I rely on my intuition, and the use of color, paint application, and composition to create a distinctive and authentic expression of my work.

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Sandra Ullman sandyullman@yahoo.com

I am interested in trying many different mediums. Recently I have been working with a limited palette using water-based oil paint. I find this limited palette makes it easier to mix colors and stay cohesive.

Sandy Olszowy (571) 606-9518

Sandy Olszowy has recently retired from an uninspiring career as Records Manager and Accounts Payable, and has great plans to get back to her younger life as a creative artist. It will be nice to indulge her passion for all things sketching, plein air, watercolor, acrylic pouring, oils, oil and cold wax medium, inks, and alcohol ink. Really enjoying it!!

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Sara H. Becker sarabeckerart.net sara.becker.art@gmail.com (301) 775-3461

Sarah Clayton Davis www.sarahclaytondavis.com @sarahclaytondavisart sarahclaytondavis1@gmail.com

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Sarita Pandey @saritatheobscure artbysaritapandey@gmail.com (301) 543-0451

I paint portraits, figures, and landscapes primarily in acrylic and mixed media. My work is often abstracted to capture a subject’s emotion and energy. Bold color, strong line, and expressive form define my visual language. I build each painting through layered paint, intuitive mark-making, sanding, scraping, and sometimes the transfer of text from newspapers and poetry books, allowing traces of these processes to remain visible in the final image.

Scott Bush scott55555@cox.net (571) 344-5180

Just like to paint. I have Parkinson’s Disease. Abstract, Still Life, Landscape. Anything.

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Scott Tyson Davis scotttysondavis@gmail.com (301) 704-3035

I am a retired architect living in Bethesda seeking recognition following my last honor, the Art Prize in third grade.

Serena Yeo wyong19@yahoo.com

My artistic world mirrors the journey of my life. This journey unfolds through the recurring motifs of spring, summer, autumn, and winter—seasons that symbolize the emotional and spiritual shifts I’ve experienced along the way. Working in a semi-abstract style, I often depict blue forests, trees, and houses—forms that, like a nine-colored bird, transform with the passing of the seasons. These elements emerge not just as images, but as emotional landscapes, revealing the inner rhythm of change. In the depths of my unconscious vast and mysterious like a black hole—I’ve come to recognize a deep longing for a house. Not just a physical place, but a symbol of “stability.” I grew up in one home, never moving even once until I got married. That immovable “nest” was my foundation. Marriage marked the greatest turning point in my life. I left my hometown and entered a new, unfamiliar space. Though the scent of home lingered, the sudden shift—after years of stillness—was disorienting, like the opposing poles of a magnet pushing each other away. That dissonance became “anxiety.” Yet through that magnetic push and pull, the seasons moved steadily forward. Spring, summer, autumn, and winter formed the emotional field that grounded me—even in upheaval. Over time, these seasons became a quiet, unconscious source of stability. Even when life feels dry, stripped of color or warmth, I trust that spring will return. A single bud will emerge, growing into a green so lush it can shelter both you and me, giving rise to the breath of summer. Then comes the romance of autumn—nostalgia, reflection—and finally, winter, where a fire must be built for warmth and survival. The seasons—emitting their own quiet force—and the steadfast house that lives deep in my unconscious have come together as the central symbols in my work. Through them, my life’s journey finds expression on the canvas.

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Sharon Sookyou@gmail.com

After graduating with a degree in western painting, I returned to Art later in life. I’m currently a member of the Alexandria League Gallery, Korean-American Art Association (Washington region), Korean-American Literature Association (Washington region), and actively participating in various competitions and exhibitions. I’ve taught Art in Senior Cultural Center in Centreville, VA. My work focuses on expressing the message conveyed by the wind ranging from gentle breeze to powerful gust.

Sharon Armstrong www.armstrongdogs.com @armstrongdogsdc humres911@gmail.com (202) 276-3083

In such a hectic time in the world, I like to stop and pay tribute to the beauty of animals. I work in oils and colored pencils and try to capture beasties in a light moment. I like to make the brush or pencil ‘bark’. My goal is to celebrate critters and their impact on us.

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Shelby Jia I am a self-taught watercolor artist who has been practicing for the past five years. My work is inspired by nature and animals, drawing from the beauty I encounter in everyday life. Through watercolor, I capture the moments, colors, and living forms that resonate with me. For me, painting is not only about depicting what I see, but also about expressing my appreciation for the natural world and the emotions it evokes. Each piece reflects my personal connection with nature and my hope to preserve its quiet beauty through art. This is my first exhibition, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my work with others. I hope my paintings create an emotional connection with viewers and invite them to pause, appreciate the beauty around them, and perhaps discover their own stories within the images.

Smita Parida SmitaParidaPhotography.com @ smita_parida_123 info@SmitaParidaPhotography.com

The allure of hand-applied gold leaf, once relegated to religious iconography, quite literally renders the image precious and imparts an otherworldly luminescence that emanates from the highlights.

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Sofia Mora Troconis @somotro_art sofia@moratroconis.com (301) 232-6548

Somayyeh @somysArt somayyehkamyab5@gmail.com

Through my oil paintings, I explore the connection between emotion, memory, and the beauty found in everyday moments. The portrait of the young girl holding a red rose captures a quiet, introspective moment, inviting the viewer to imagine the thoughts and emotions hidden behind her gaze. In contrast, the still life of wine glasses, ice, and fruit celebrates balance, light, and the elegance of ordinary objects transformed through careful observation. Together, these works reflect my passion for using oil paint to create atmosphere, rich texture, and expressive color. I am less interested in telling a fixed story than in leaving space for personal interpretation, allowing each viewer to bring their own experiences and emotions to the work. Through each painting, I aim to preserve a fleeting moment and reveal the depth that can exist within the ordinary.

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Sophia Hudgins (Age: 15) Sophia Hudgins is a 15-year-old high-school sophomore who loves art. She has been drawing and painting her entire life.

Stacy Smith Evans www.stacysmithevans.com @stacysmithevans stacy@stacysmithevans.com

Stacy Smith Evans is a fine art landscape photographer in Virginia. Her work explores the changing landscapes of nearby forests and waterways in the Capital region. She often revisits her natural subjects, rediscovering places close to home and connecting to her early memories in the outdoors. Using a digital camera, she photographs in the morning hours when softer tones and lingering fog lend a dream-like quality to her images. Her photographs have been selected for exhibitions at The Griffin Museum of Photography, The Art League, Maryland Federation of Art, Hill Center, and PhotoPlace Gallery. She regularly exhibits her work as a member of Multiple Exposures Gallery, a fine art photography gallery in the Torpedo Factory Art Center.

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Stacy Yochum stacyyochum.com @artiststacyyochum stacyyochum@gmail.com (301) 467-4920 Stacy Yochum is a Chevy Chase, MD artist exploring joy and connection through color and design. Her work in oil, mixed media, drawing and collage uses the qualities of each medium to evoke memories of friendship and beauty. She has exhibited in many juried shows and local galleries.

Stella Battaglia (Age: 4) Stella loves to create art with her siblings. She loves color and sparkle and anything that will make people smile.

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Steve Greenberg greythornex.com patzere4@gmail.com

Scotland is both a beautiful country for its scenery, and a culture with a long literary past. These images are my attempt to capture something of both, with contemporary scenic views by me, and historical (public domain) quotations from famous Scottish authors,

Susan D. Kilgore saa2ndactart@gmail.com (703) 328-6894

For the last 40 years, my profession was as a CAD designer in engineering and architectural design. Educated in Fine Arts, I graduated from the University of New Orleans with a Bachelor of Arts degree. For my second act, I am pursuing my first love for Fine Art. I want to marry my technical skill sets with my artist education to create works that give joy, tranquility, provoke thought and interest. My subjects are mainly from my Springfield neighborhood. An artist in watercolor and pastel, these mediums complement the capture of the beautiful gardens & landscapes in and around my home.

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Susan Fitter Harris @susanfitterh susanfitterharris@gmail.com

In my creative practice, I take my inspiration from nature and my motivation from the desire to experiment. Can I create an octopus that’s breaking free of the frame? What happens if I crochet with sterling silver wire? I like to figure out how to create texture and motion by using differing stitches, varying types and weights of fiber, and embellishments like glass beads and wire. I try to be faithful in representing my natural subjects, working and reworking pieces to get shapes and details just right, but adding a whimsical touch of color or texture to arrive at a style of “not-quite-realism.”

Susan Gordon shg04@comcast.net

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Susan King susanking41@gmail.com

I started studying art when I retired from teaching in 2014. After a series of drawing classes at the Yellow Barn, I decided I needed to do color, so I embarked on learning pastels. I love working with pastels - their vibrant colors and ability to be mixed and blended on the paper. My works tend towards still life and urban landscapes.

Susan Morse susanlmorse@gmail.com

Over the past few years, I have enjoyed learning the basics of printmaking at Montgomery College, working primarily in intaglio and woodcut. My subjects are often familiar objects or fondly remembered scenes. While these have personal meaning, I hope they also stir broader, shared feelings. I also enjoy watercolor painting, pen and ink drawing, and charcoal sketching.

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Susan T. Billington susantbillington.com @susantbillington.art susanbillington3@gmail.com (301) 802-7140

I am a painter specializing in abstract watercolors and oils. I get inspiration from the natural world as well as from my dreams and imagination. I’ve been exhibiting at the Glen Echo Labor Day show since I was a teenager. It’s always been my favorite art event in the region.

Susan Trivers www.susansartstudio.net @susansartstudio susan@susantrivers.com (703) 801-0345

I think of painting as the ultimate magic trick. I take an idea or a feeling that occurs in my own head and, with a few simple tools like paint, a brush, and a canvas, transform it into something you can see and experience. My art is representational or abstract, full of bright colors, and imbued my internal creative impulses.

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Susannah Edwards www.skedwardsart.com @skedwardsart sedwards80@yahoo.com

My mixed-media process combines careful observation of subjects from nature with a whimsical, graphic joy. I begin each work of art with a realistic acrylic painting of a plant, animal, person, or insect. Before the piece becomes too representational, I begin to draw, stitch, or stamp on top of the canvas. These accents add a playful, handcrafted feeling to my work. I am influenced by the trash to treasure movement and often upcycle aluminum cans by cutting them into shapes and attaching them to my canvases. The aluminum can pieces, metallic paint, glitter, beads, and/or rhinestones ensure that all of my artworks sparkle. My art is intended for shiny, happy nature enthusiasts who enjoy the juxtaposition of realism and fantasy.

Suzanne McIntire suzannemcintirephotography.com @smcintirephoto smcintire99@gmail.com (703) 967-5082

Rather than grand scenes, I enjoy capturing the little noticed places and moments in everyday life--the curious, touching, humorous, revealing, spontaneous.

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Suzanne Papiewski @__pink__poppy

I create as I breathe - by instinct and necessity. Approaching each design as an experiment, painting, revising, accumulating, erasing. Staying open until the work tells me it’s the best accident I’ve ever had the luck to cause. Here I am, putting my soul on a canvas. I want to move you so that inevitably you interpret the piece through your own lens. The discovery lifts you and makes you feel more alive. I can converse with you on a profoundly human level that needs no common language or words of explanation. This is the magic of art.

Suzanne Updike @suzanne_updike

I am a self-taught printmaker working in Falls Church VA. I print at home on a vintage etching press using linoleum blocks. I enjoy printing with color, both reduction and multi-block techniques.

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Svetlana Rogic www.noeticlight.art @noetic.light svetlanarogic@gmail.com (202) 415-1289

Part of the Bonsai series, this photograph explores the relationship between nature, time, and human care through the art of bonsai. Shaped over many years with patience and skill, the tree reflects both natural growth and thoughtful cultivation. Its weathered trunk and vibrant foliage reveal the beauty that emerges through time, while the container and sculptural base emphasize the dialogue between living form and artistic design. This image invites viewers to reflect on our enduring desire to nurture, preserve, and honor the natural world.

Taina Litwak www.tainalitwakart.com @tainalitwak litwak@his.com (240) 750-9245

I am working on a series of paintings in acrylic and collaged newspaper. I started painting again after 30 years (spent illustrating science) because I felt the need to express my concern more personally about the damage humans are doing to the planet and where our culture is heading. I use deciduous forests and their annual leaf fall as potent symbols of the passage of time and constancy of change. Water is important. The stones seen through the water present a dark contrast of unchanging earth against the middle ground of the fluid water and foreground of the leaves. The bright newspaper leaves are today’s stories, with an overriding focusing on climate change issues. Each cut and painted leaf is a flash of content, so many voices, demanding our attention, then drifting away to be replaced by the next days’ events.

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Tamah Graber www.tamsglass.net @tagraber grabertamah@gmail.com

From my early days working with stained glass in the 1980s to my current focus on fused glass, my journey as an artist has been one of continuous exploration and transformation. Influenced by the techniques of well-known glass artists and the abstract compositions of Kandinsky and others, I strive to create pieces that evoke emotion and curiosity. My work is often a dance of color and light, an interplay of form and transparency that invites viewers to see beyond the surface and experience the depth of glass as a medium. In all of my pieces, stained and fused, color is the most basic form of expression.

Tamar King tbking02@gmail.com (202) 215-5741

My work combines my background in architecture and exhibit design with a passion for drawing, collage, clay, and threedimensional exploration. Using gelli prints, I create compositions by cutting, rearranging, and reimagining printed shapes. Scissors are central to my process, transforming pattern and color into playful forms through both intention and surprise. I enjoy the balance between thoughtful composition and spontaneous discovery. Cut Corners and Run with Scissors celebrate that spirit of play, inviting viewers to look closely, smile, and discover unexpected connections.

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Tara A Hamilton @tara.hamilton.148 tarahamilton@comcast.net

Tara Hamilton is a watercolorist who uses the special qualities of the medium to capture color and the contrasts of light and dark in her representational studies of landscapes, florals and everyday urban and rural scenes. A lifelong Washingtonian, she is a member of the Capitol Hill Art League, the Potomac Valley Watercolorists , Washington Watercolor Association, and the Alexandria Art League. She has won awards in juried shows throughout the Washington metropolitan area.

Tasha Fay www.tashafay.com @tashfaystudios tashaoverpeck@hotmail.com (405) 606-1191

Tasha Fay combines the edge of modern graphics and the emotion of black and white paintings with the everyday wonders of our natural world. Tasha Fay’s artwork is designed to inspire the viewer to connect with nature by exploring its wonders. It is designed to be simplistic yet emotional. It shows the might of nature while providing comfort with the knowledge of our place in it.

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Tejasi Thatte @tejancy

In a world where we often display the persona we want people to perceive, the most polished version of us, that mask cannot begin to capture the complexity and nuance of a person’s experience and life. My work searches for what lies beneath — true artist passions, tucked away behind time and energy consuming jobs and obligations, hidden joys in life, the full expression of emotion, where we modulate to what is acceptable. I explore what lies beneath through figurative painting and drawing, in styles ranging from romantic, to deep contrasts in light and shadow, to contemporary abstract mixed with realism. I love to capture moments of beauty in a world that flies past them too quickly. I have been painting my entire life, but emerged in the art world seriously on the doorstep of forty. I spent my career before that searching for a way to help people. That took the form of assistant district attorney, congressional staff crafting policy, and government affairs professional focused on media. I then realized that nothing can touch people’s lives the way that art, music, a film, a work of theater can. It can filter through everything else and touch the soul. It was at this lightning strike that the artist’s path was laid before me. I live and work in the greater Washington D.C. region.

Teresa Kuschan dialogueofnature.substack.com

It’s all just light and shadow.

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Teresa Sites www.teresasites.com @teresaelizabethsites

This series of collages are created by shredding colored paper in a standard office cross-cut and/or micro-cut shredder and then carefully gluing the pieces one by one to create ocean waves. Teresa’s ocean collages explore the possibility of creating something magical out of ordinary, recycled, and shredded materials. The paper in each collage is re-purposed, sourced from everyday objects from the world around us including mail, magazines, advertisements, newspaper, gift wrap and candy wrappers. The collages reveal the potential for materials such as shredded paper, often considered trash. Within each arrangement of the waves, surprising moments-a duck, a fish-- will reveal and delight those who take the time to explore the variety and depths of the ocean.

TH Cunningham terri@cunningham.net (240) 418-3568

As a plain air and studio landscape painter, I try to capture the light and mood of the day. Being in nature is my favorite place , and having others share that experience through my art is what I want to achieve.

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The Art of Pamela Joy Trow pamelajoytrow.com @pamelajoytrow info@pamelajoytrow.com (727) 358-4770 Pamela Joy Trow is a multidisciplinary artist whose vibrant, detailrich work opens doors to fantastical realms where storytelling and symbolism intertwine. Guided by her mantra, “Many a Truth is Said in Jest,” she draws on a background in branding and illustration to weave whimsical yet deeply meaningful narratives — celebrating joy and the boundless power of imagination through imagery rooted in mermaids, goddesses, animals, Day of the Dead, and mythology. Working across acrylic, ink, digital art, fiber, and mixed media, her signature bold palette and layered symbolism reflect a creative journey shaped by the diverse cultures and landscapes of the places she has called home — from Brooklyn to Bend, Oregon, to Santa Fe, Florida’s Gulf Coast, and now, Maryland. Her work appears as cards, prints, and paper products that resonate deeply with lovers of fantastical and mythological art. Beyond the studio, Trow’s 14 years of teaching experience fuel her workshops, where she helps fellow artists refine their craft and navigate the retail world — extending her mission of sharing narratives of hope and joy, and inspiring the kind of smiles that come from within.

Theresa Rideout theresarideout.com th.rideout@gmail.com

Theresa is a writer and artist in Greenbelt, Maryland. She grew up in New England with easy access to both the local library and the woods. She has studied writing, botanical illustration, biology, and the history of medicine. Her various interests are connected by curiosity about our place in nature and the desire to share those stories with others.

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Tim Long www.timlongart.com @timl180 tim@timlongart.com

“Wherever I look I see something I’d like to paint. It might be a simple object or a vast landscape, a family member or a beloved pet, or a scene that evokes nostalgia or mystery. I’m not just focused on the subject, but on conveying the emotion in the moment I’m trying to capture. I want to show what light itself reveals, and that compels me to bring the subject alive with paint on canvas.”

Ting Rao www. sites.google.com/site/tingrao tingrao@gmail.com

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Todd Burger www.cameramantodd.com @cameramantodd_dc tburger1015@gmail.com

I often work as part of a team in video production for my career, but still photography is where I find a more personal, solitary creative space. It gives me the freedom to explore images and compositions on my own. When I’m out in the field with my camera, I often lose track of time — walking without a plan and discovering artful compositions within everyday situations. That search and the act of looking closely at everyday items and framing a completely different view, is my form of Art Meditation.

Tom Foreman @tomforemancnn

Art in all forms has brought immense joy to my life, and sharing that experience with others is priceless. To that end, I believe art should be affordable - deriving its value not from a purchase price, but from what the art means to you.

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Tom Sliter www.tsliterphotography.com T_Sliter@msn.com

Tor N. Johnson www.50mmempire.com @kasigiomi1600 tor.nicholas.johnson@gmail.com (703) 862-5790

As a photographer, I’m attracted to the dramatics of contrast or color. Greys can help frame contrasting shadows, rays of light, or brilliant pops of color. As a civilization, we’ve been trending towards muted colors in life. Why must we? The world is so much more fun with contrast and/or color!

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Vanessa Callahan vanessacallahan@live.com (301) 275-4449

Vered Yanay www.vered.design @veredyanayart vered.yanay@vered.design (410) 736-3650

My work is inspired by the beauty and resilience of nature. Using natural wood flowers, copper, and handmade wooden frames, I create one-of-a-kind sculptural pieces that celebrate texture, color, and organic form. Each flower is individually hand-painted and carefully arranged, making every composition unique. Through an intuitive, hands-on process, I transform these materials into contemporary artwork that reflects the quiet elegance of the natural world. Every piece is one of a kind, shaped by the unique character of its materials and the care invested in its creation.

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Veronique Legot @april_in_november_art veroniquelegot@gmail.com

My work transforms discarded domestic and industrial materials into textured mixed-media compositions. I often work on reused canvases originally produced in factories, choosing them both to limit waste and to reclaim surfaces intended for mass-produced décor. Through processes such as cyanotype, encaustic wax, indigo dyeing, and metal embossing, I repurpose materials like tea bags, cardboard, aluminum, and fabric, revealing quiet beauty in transformation, renewal, and the value of handmade work.

Vian Borchert www.vianborchert.com @vianborchert vianborchert@gmail.com

Vian Borchert’s expressionist work is inspired by the natural world and Borchert’s enduring love of the sea and sky. Borchert is especially known for her signature blue abstractions and abstracted seascapes and skyscapes, works that evoke a sense of nostalgia while offering renewal, hope, and a vision of a more harmonious world through art. Borchert’s paintings are characterized by expressive, painterly compositions with energetic brushstrokes that bring forth expansive landscapes from drifting clouds and open skies to the rhythmic movement of waves within water. Borchert describes her work as a form of “visual poetry,” where lyrical color, gesture, and atmosphere invite viewers into contemplative spaces that transcend the everyday. Through these poetic visual narratives, the artist seeks to evoke feelings of serenity, elevation and reflection.

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Vicky Perry vickyperry.com @vickyperry123 vickyperr@gmail.com (845) 532-3055

Vicky Perry is a contemporary realist painter, based in the Washington, DC area, whose oil works on panel and linen treat flowers and statues as totemic emblems — quiet messengers carrying the weight of the world around them. Her recent solo exhibition Secret Life of Flower at the Stone Tower Gallery was praised by The Washington Post for its “playful juxtapositions” and “comprehensive unity.” These paintings are tied together using floral elements in a quantum arrangement. Vicky Perry has returned repeatedly to realist renditions of flowers and statues as totemic images. The flower – an object of naturally refined beauty – is a powerful messenger, attracting and engaging while existing as an emblem of an imaginary universe. The commentary on today’s world: each flower is a personality that exist as a gold standard against which civilization may be measured. Statues, likewise, are parts of reality one step removed into an idealized state.

Wendy Kates @wrkdcphotos wendy.kates.30@gmail.com (315) 882-1518

Fine art photography has been my avocation for more than 20 years, but since retiring in 2018, I have pursued it intensively. My photography focuses on the medley of residential architecture in Washington, DC neighborhoods. I use intentional camera movement and multiple exposure to create impressionistic images that retain, yet go beyond, the essence of the neighborhood I am photographing. My photography has been exhibited at the Everson Art Museum in Syracuse, New York; the Columbia Arts Center in Columbia, Maryland; the Joseph Miller Abstract Photography Exhibit in Northern Virginia; the Baltimore/Washington Thurgood Marshall Airport; and the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland.

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Wendy Russell wrussell2253@gmail.com

William North ashbynorthart.com northartist@gmail.com

William North enjoys whimsical concepts in a storytelling genre.

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Yvonne Leung www.yvonneleungart.com @ Yvonne_Leung2018

Yvonne Leung works primarily in Acrylic, Oil and Mixed Media. Her favorite subjects are flowers, landscapes and seascapes. She especially likes to paint landscapes from travel trips, special objects with bright colors and also different colors from the sea.

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Zachary Battaglia (Age: 6) Zachary loves to paint and draw with his siblings. He loves to create new worlds and new characters.

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Amanda Coelho mandy@amandacoelhoart.com amandacoelhoart.com @amandacoelhoart

My paintings celebrate the beauty of ordinary objects, rendering them with careful attention to detail. Through the lens of realism, I explore the hidden details in familiar, often overlooked subjects. A fascination with the tangible connections we have to our past and present guides my practice. I believe that even the most mundane objects we hold dear are a window into who we are. By isolating these objects, I invite viewers to pause and appreciate their quiet and complex beauty, while transporting them back to a moment in time to enjoy the details they might usually overlook. I work from self-composed photographs, playing with light and shadows, while always honoring negative space to allow each subject to be the hero. Painting in oils allows me to layer and blend colors with a precision that mirrors real-life.

Anna Marquez annamariamqz@gmail.com https://annaconamor.substack.com/p/original-artwork

I am a self-taught visual artist who uses watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, marker and pen to create vibrant, illustrative images. Drawing from personal experience, memory and emotion, I aim to eliminate distractions and complexity from a moment and hone in on a base feeling. Then, I use color, geometric shapes, lines, words and simple objects to illuminate that base feeling and bring the emotional interior of my subjects to life.

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Emily Blanton (571) 359-8307 emily.hirsch@gmail.com Emily Blanton enjoys printmaking, watercolor, and spending time outdoors. She is drawn to linocut printing for the challenge of reducing a subject to its essential forms, using bold contrasts and carefully carved lines to reveal both character and atmosphere. Inspired by the natural world and the animals that share our lives, her work reflects places, wildlife, and relationships she hopes to remember and revisit through the meditative process of carving and printing. She hopes her prints invite viewers to pause and appreciate the quiet beauty found in familiar landscapes and everyday encounters with nature.

Jack Wilson j.c.wilson031018@gmail.com

I left space in each frame for you, the viewer. I want you to be able to move around a bit – maybe tentatively, at first. I want you to breathe the same air as the subject, and I want you to blink with the click of the shutter. I want you to have been there in that moment. I want you to go back to it when you want to – maybe even when you don’t know you want to. More stories are captured on 35 or 61 millimeters of film 1/250 of a second a time than I could ever tell you. But they’re here for you to see and hopefully feel.

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Jared Angle (202) 321-1579 admin@jaredangle.com www.jaredangle.com I am a Virginia-based photographer that works primarily with film on medium format cameras. This body of work focuses on small details of mankind’s attempts to control the land around us. While we fill our landscape with structures as simple as footpaths and fences to those as complex and grandiose as religious monuments and skyscrapers, nature reminds us that it holds the power to decide the eventual unique character of our creations. Moss clings to roof shingles, vines twist sunward up fenceposts, and tree roots crumble the very foundations of our buildings, but these ultimately destructive acts add immense beauty and character to our creations while we are here to enjoy them. These peaceful, timeless scenes invite the viewer to appreciate the interaction between natural processes and the human built environment.

M3th1ld3 (Mathilde Grant) hello@m3th1ld3.art http://m3th1ld3.art @m3th1ld3 Instructions for Becoming (series, digital photographs, 2026) began in the garden — not as a record of pretty flowers, but as close, repeated attention to plants mid-transformation: a seedling pushing through dead stalks, a bud sealed shut until it isn’t, a bloom held open at its widest point, a seed head about to scatter. Read together, these five prints trace one arc: root, hold, threshold, bloom, release — the same sequence a plant runs every season, whether or not anyone is watching. The images are made digitally, but the attention behind them isn’t new. They draw on older ways of reading time through matter: the patience it takes to notice change while it’s happening, not after the fact. Each print stands on its own: a seedling breaking through last year’s dead growth, a hosta leaf still gripping its own fold, a peony sealed shut until a seam of pink shows through, an iris opened so close it reads as terrain, a dandelion held together by nothing but light. Together, they’re less a set of images than a set of instructions, embedded in growth itself, for anyone willing to look as closely as a garden asks you to. M3th1ld3 (Mathilde Grant) is a digital artist and maker of temporal artifacts — creative interfaces that help people navigate time, pattern, and experience in an increasingly complex world. Her practice treats lunar cycles, ancient timekeeping systems, and digital tools as one continuous material: art about art in the digital age, built to be used, not just viewed. Recent work includes the Moon Mansion Calculator, an interactive tool drawn from the 28 lunar mansions, and the Instructions for Belonging collection. She continues to build in the space where symbolic systems and digital artistry meet.

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Mauricio Athie mauricio.athie@gmail.com @mauricioathie

My work is a reflection of my professional life in environmental science, and personal experiences that have made a lasting impression on me. It mostly represents natural landscapes and celestial themes. Each print tells a story. I favor printing techniques that are sustainable and safe, both woodcut and intaglio, including dry-point, chine colé, collagraph and mezzotint.

Maya Gerstenzang (Age: 16) mayagerstenzang@gmail.com

Maya Gerstenzang is a high school junior who discovered a passion for photography about three years ago. She recently completed an AP Photography course, where her final project told her personal life story through pictures. With a love for the outdoors, she tries to capture the beauty of nature in her pictures.

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Nan Raphael (202) 812-1145 solopikolo@aol.com solopikolo.wixsite.com/website-1

Over the years I have dabbled with polymer clay, string art, jewelry and ink blended with photography. Many years before I joined the Capitol Hill Art League, I started creating intricate designs using architect’s templates. I’ve always been drawn to Indian and Middle Eastern art which features lots of intricate geometric designs ranging from mandalas to repeating non representational patterns. While swimming one day back in 2015, the idea popped into my free associating/meditating brain to use photos as backgrounds for these designs. I love the idea of repurposing things for art…ie architects templates to create designs, duct tape to create collages etc. My background photos range from clouds to icing on a carrot cake I use Snapseed to create collages which gives me the option to create so many diﬀerent works from one or a few pieces in combination. My process for creating a piece is very “in the moment” which I guess is why I find it to be so meditative. I start out with a very vague idea of what I want to do and just let the piece I’m working on evolve in the moment.

Pat Doyen info@patdoyen.com www.patdoyen.com @pdula06 Pat Doyen makes, preserves, programs and writes about films, photography and other media arts. By day she is a film archivist with an enthusiasm for home movies and orphan films. Her work has been exhibited both nationally and internationally and she has taught hand processing and filmmaking workshops for both children and adults. Her practice spans photography, photogravure, and film/video, with these disciplines often converging in her work. A key principle is the juxtaposition of obsolete and emerging technologies, influenced by her training as a film archivist, which has installed in her a profound appreciation of forgotten or discarded materials.

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Ryan Gerstenzang rgerstenzang@gmail.com ryangerstenzang.com (720) 951-6936

Ryan Gerstenzang is a second-year college student and has been taking photos for the last eight years. With a passion for creative storytelling, you’ll find him taking pictures throughout his travels around the U.S. and in countries like Sweden, Iceland and El Salvador. He also photographs sporting events including college hockey and basketball games. His love of the outdoors is shown in his submission - and the backyard hummingbird photos also serve as a reminder that you don’t have to go far to experience the beauty of nature and take a great photo!

Shawntel hello@shawntel.co https://www.shawntel.co shawntel.co I am a self-taught multidisciplinary artist and writer whose work explores emotional truth through surrealism, symbolism, and layered storytelling. Working across digital painting, collage, and narrative worldbuilding, I create vibrant, cinematic works that transform inner experiences into dreamlike visual worlds. My practice blends surrealism, satire, and sincerity to make the psychological physical, using symbolism, color, and visual metaphor to give form to emotions, relationships, and states of being that often go unseen or unspoken. Drawing from both fantasy and everyday life, I explore themes of identity, vulnerability, desire, softness, transformation, and the quiet absurdities of being human. Through richly imagined compositions, I invite viewers into symbolic spaces that balance ambiguity with emotional resonance, leaving room for personal interpretation while encouraging moments of recognition, curiosity, and reflection.

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Sierra Barnes sierrabravoart@gmail.com https://www.sierrabravoart.com/

Sophie Ewing @soph.yeye sophiecewing@gmail.com

My work, made up primarily of woodcut and linocut block printmaking, focuses on memory and the everyday. I began this focus with a multi-block print of a raccoon inspired by a time when two raccoons fell through a skylight during a family dinner. Most recently, I made a series of similar prints to be used in an illustrated calendar. Like the raccoon, each print is an animal connected to a particular real life story that evokes memories of a particular moment in my life. In this way, my work encourages the viewer to appreciate the whimsy and wonder embedded in everyday life.

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Alan Zimberg alanlzimberg@gmail.com (240) 604-4444

Alex Kasten askasten@verizon.net www.kastenstudios.com

In my sculpture, I explore nature, transformation and interpretation. The vast possibilities of the everyday relationships, artifacts, and symbols around us guide my creative endeavors. Whether it’s transforming old into new, the complex into the simple, or redefining the known into the unfamiliar, my work is rooted in observation and the conviction that we all have the power to reinvent ideas, objects, and beliefs into something that is our own.

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Andi Cullins SecondLifeQuilter.com andicullins@icloud.com (571) 236-6781

Andi Cullins is a largely self-taught art quilter and mixed media artist. She began her art career in 2019, post retirement. She considers herself an emerging artist at age 70; referring to herself as the Grandma Moses of fiber art, she says she is “aging to perfection”. Ms. Cullins refers to her body of work as CODE SWITCH, in which she uses primarily African and Australian Aboriginal prints, along with her own handdyed and commercial fabrics, to create scenes, portraits and abstracts and reinterpretation of iconic images. In these works, she “paints” with the fabric, creating mosaics and collages and appliques. She uses this same fabric palatte to cover reclaimed three-dimensional objects, using the prints and tones of the fabric to highlight the structure and movement of the piece.

Andy Gallagher andygeggsnbakey@aol.com

I am somewhat of a self taught artist. I create different examples of art work from a range of techniques - pot melts, stacks construction, strip cut and others.

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Arleen Cannata Seed www.arleenseed.com arleenseed@gmail.com (202) 413-7604

My Art interprets the world through many different lenses, each reflecting some aspect of our complex domain. I present two-dimensional images which are credible and recognizable but not always hyper-realistic or conforming to the realities of the accessible world. I begin each painting or drawing with a concept, and then seek to find pictorial elements with which to represent it in innovative ways. As each piece develops, I combine classical approaches with newer techniques, materials and methods as a springboard for expression of today’s world. My 3D images are more realistic as they capture the essence of the personalities of the models. After formal training in painting and sculpture as a university student years ago (BFA from CUNY in 1976), I put the creation of Art aside for a career on the global stage delivering technological solutions for development. I had the unique opportunity to work for the United Nations and the World Bank in over 50 countries and to live in Africa for ten years. I spent thirty years viewing and thinking about Art from all over the globe; now, I draw deep inspiration from the diverse people and places I have visited. My approach has all the freshness and enthusiasm of an earlier age combined with the life experiences which give it multifaceted meanings. Many of the social, political and economic themes portrayed throughout my work reflect issues such as equality and rights, identity, participation and citizen voice, sustainability and climate change.

B. Holliday McVicker @bholliday.art bhmcvicker@outlook.com

I am a 24 year old sculptor, painter, and illustrator from Hagerstown, MD and currently a senior at the University of Maryland, College Park. I fell in love with sculpture around the time I entered college; the gratification of tangibility and what it means to be present in a space– to create something that exists for itself. My work largely revolves around my experience with self-discovery and social disability. As an AuDHD Korean adoptee in a rural part of western Maryland, I have always longed to find a real sense of belonging. My identity has always been a question of which communities I can claim to be a part of; what that means for who I am. However, one thing that has never been in doubt is my love for art and creative expression. My recent work is intrapersonal, reflecting on my human experiences and attempting to translate them on a larger scale. Rather than searching, I hope to use my passion to carve out my own identity; my own space for belonging to foster recognition and self-acceptance for anyone else who may feel like an imposter in their own skin.

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Benny Anderson BennyAndersonArt.com @BennyTheStarfruit bennyanderson500@gmail.com

My art pulls from childhood memories and engaging with your imagination. My goal is to create creatures, costumes, and art pieces that encourage people of all ages to lessen their inhibitions and play pretend. Through explorations with mask making, fabric, papier-mâché, crayons, markers, and an abundance of unconventional materials, I’m excited to share my creations with the world.

Betsy Jones betsyjones222@gmail.com (703) 517-0520

Always fascinated with small things, led me to tiny people. Horton Hears a Who, by Dr. Seuss, inspired me to think of magical tiny lands where people and animals of all kinds live in harmony. I enjoy, the containers, the names and themes. I love to laugh and many of my titles cause a chuckle.

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Bikki Stricker www.cerambik.com @cerambik

My work as a ceramic artist explores the intersection of art and science through the geometry of wheel-thrown vessels and the organic movement of crystalline glazes. Each piece embraces the balance between precision and unpredictability, making every firing an opportunity for experimentation and discovery. The intricate crystalline formations create a dialogue between light and shadow, structure and spontaneity. My work celebrates the wonder of this ever-evolving process and the unexpected beauty that emerges from it.

Bryan Sieling bryansieling.com @bryansieling bryan.sieling@verizon.net

Discovering the work of Joseph Cornell in the 1970s turned me on to the art of assemblage. A subsequent 30-year career in museum exhibition design shaped my interest in the presentation of objects with inherent stories to tell. Now in my post-career life, I take joy in combining disparate objects, focusing not on their original intended use but rather their aesthetic qualities: shape, color, texture, and patina. The pathway to a finished work is often unpredictable, with many fits and starts until a measure of balance, tension, intrigue or whimsy is achieved.

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Carol Hurwitch www.hurwitchdesigns.com cahur2@verizon.net

Christine Burris christinesglassdesigns@gmail.com

GLASS! What an amazing medium to work with and to create new designs to look at and through. Glass takes the sunshine and light and makes new colors and shapes for one’s mind to play with. People often ask, how did you do that?? I am exploring the journey of thinking about and then creating something useful with that beautiful and fragile sheet of glass. Glass is such a unique “canvas” as it is both exacting to cut and shape yet in the hot kiln it flows and forms designs that are original and often unexpected. I hope that you enjoy my work and feel the thrill that I felt creating this totally unique object.

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Christine Goh www.clayelements.com @clayelements.com Clayelementsinfo@gmail.com

I am a ceramic artist creating work with a focus on craft and materiality, exploring the inherent duality between the built environment and the natural world. An intrinsic vitality emerges where structure meets the untamed rhythms of nature—colliding and coalescing in a balance of tension and harmony. My work seeks a synthesis of minimalist restraint and lush abundance, leveraging the rhythmic tension between symmetry and asymmetry to create visual harmony. I work across wheel-thrown, altered, and handbuilt processes, incorporating various additions—including grog, cellulose fiber, and oxides—into stoneware and porcelain. Through mono-printing, mark-making, intricate carving, and expressive brushwork, I build layered surfaces using slips, stains, oxides, and glazes. Every piece is created with close attention to material nuance, process, and detail. My work is fired in both electric (oxidation) and gas (soda and reduction) kilns, ranging from mid-range cone 6 (2232°F) to high-fire cone 10 (2381°F). Selected works featuring gold luster overglaze undergo an additional firing at cone 018 (1283°F) to achieve their final finish.

Cynthia Deitch chdeitch@gmail.com (202) 607-7031

The appeal of pottery, for me, is the tactile immediacy of working with my hands in clay, and the satisfaction of making objects that combine visual pleasure with everyday use. I especially enjoy throwing bottle forms and lidded jars on the wheel. I am drawn to these forms because they evoke a dialogue between the inside space or content and the outside form. I try to be conscious about the utilitarian and aesthetic potential of each vessel, and its relationship to other times and places. In earlier societies, clay jars and bottles were needed to store food and seeds as well as precious objects; before glass, ceramic bottles were essential for storing liquids such as wine and oils. Working with porcelain and stoneware clays, I fire most of my work in an atmospheric soda kiln, where a sodium carbonate solution is sprayed into the kiln at a very high temperature; the soda forms a glaze during the firing to enhance the color and surface effects.

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Dana Lehrer Danze @danalehrerdanzepottery danaclay8@msn.com (703) 969-9002

I’ve enjoyed making pottery for many years. The imagery I draw reflects the joy I feel in our natural world. After spending winters in the desert, I appreciate our verdant flora in this humid climate. The glaze paintings represent dynamic, layered colorful growth.

David Knipfer daveknipfer@yahoo.com www.jk-dk.art (443) 518-0135

I am the old-style hand-craftsman that many think no longer exist. Each item is given the greatest care in design, patiently hand built and finished by hand with natural oils. My artistic goal is to build heirloom quality wood objects that are functional for daily use and showcase the wood’s natural figure, color, and textures. I am fascinated by the technical challenges of building functional wood art with expressive design elements. I execute my wood art pieces with the intention that the object passes through generations. My wood designs harmoniously blend form and proportion while incorporating flowing curves and spectacular figured hardwoods. My craftsmanship and patience to get the details right results in technically flawless pieces that transcend convention. Everything I make is finished with hand rubbed natural oils which allows you to feel and see the natural texture and colors of the wood. Lifetime maintenance is an occasional buffing with a clean rag.

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Davrill Nash davrill1@verizon.net

For more than 20 years, I have crafted furniture and accessories from the finest gifts Mother Nature provides. My body of work includes studio furniture, mirrors, jewelry boxes, and distinctive accessories. My creations have been featured in Fine Woodworking magazine and showcase at high-end craft exhibitions throughout the region. In addition to furniture making, I am an accomplished woodcarver, often incorporating handcarved elements into my pieces to create depth, character, and individuality. I was honored to be invited to the Renwick Gallery to demonstrate baskets embellished with carved elements, reflecting the same artistry found in my designs. Using traditional joinery and time-honored techniques, I design and create one-of-a-kind studio furniture and accessories that celebrate craftsmanship and natural beauty.

Debby Anker https://daaanker.wixsite.com/glass-forms @debbyanker daaanker@gmail.com

I create outdoor sculpture using cut glass and recycled styrofoam. Creating mosaics on 3D forms is a happy and meditative process for me. I enjoy seeing the patterns come together to help define the final sculptures. The glass patterns somehow create both an escape from and connection to the world.

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Deborah Bonsack BonSacArtWorks.com @BonSacArtWorks db60608@live.com (240) 461-9032 I create to express and lately that expression is of frustration with the state of our world from a social, environmental, and cultural perspective. I see opportunities to create new images from the plethora of discarded materials and items cluttering our world. My sculptures emerge from the discarded materials and challenge the viewer to see the opportunities to embrace and transform discarded items into something with meaning and value. I am drawn to objects that hold the energy and soul of their former life and that can contribute to the creative process. It is a privilege to adopt the discarded items and bring them new life.

DEBRA TINKER dtinkerdesigns@gmail.com (703) 220-4473

When she was a child, Debra Tinker was fascinated by her older sister’s art supplies, but she did not recognize her own art abilities until adulthood. She began her journey into art when she was in her thirties, making art-to-wear, and learning fabric manipulation and dyeing. Ms. Tinker now has experience drawing and painting—watercolors, oils, acrylics, gouache, both soft and oil pastels, colored pencils, water soluble colored pencils, and encaustics. In addition, she handbuilds pottery, designs and creates mosaics, and currently has been learning to block print, felt wool, and weave. Also, she has been making costume jewelry she hopes to start selling soon. For practical reasons, she no longer welds or forges. Ms. Tinker currently holds membership in the Springfield (Virginia) Art Guild (SAG); The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA); and, as a Navy veteran, she is an avid participant in the Patriot Arts Foundation.

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Ed Colahan edward.colahan@gmail.com www.EdColahanPottery.com @EdColahanPottery

I primarily throw my pots on a wheel and then alter and refine them at the leather-hard stage. My work is strongly influenced by my love of atmospheric firings, particularly wood, salt, and soda firings. The marks left by the fire and ash are an important part of my aesthetic, adding spontaneity and character to each piece. Every kiln is unique—but especially atmospheric kilns—and I enjoy getting to know a kiln and learning how to set up my pots for the best results. I enjoy the “conversation” (or perhaps “negotiation” is a better word) with each pot to determine how best to accentuate its form and achieve its full potential.

Eduard Pogikyan https://www.etsy.com/shop/BigAppleDecor edpogikyan@gmail.com (240) 899-7717

I love creating. The best part for me is looking at a finished 3D piece knowing that a week or two ago it was just an idea in my head.

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Elisabeth Running www.elisabethrunning.com @elisabethrunning emrunning@outlook.com

When in nature—whether on a wooded trail or in my own backyard—I am drawn to the marginal spaces of a landscape: the base of a tree, a muddy creek bank, or leaf litter along a path. These environments reward careful observation, revealing small wonders often missed in passing: mushrooms emerging from decaying wood, a frog hidden among leaves, or a snail crossing the forest floor. Such discoveries inspire a sense of wonder, connection, and gratitude for the natural world. My sculptures build on this experience, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary to explore themes of symbiosis, resilience, and interconnectedness. Hand-built from porcelain, they imagine animals, plants, and fungi becoming intertwined, carrying thriving microhabitats on their backs and blurring the boundaries between organisms. Through intricate detail and close looking, my sculptures invite viewers to engage in the same attentive observation that inspires their creation.

Elka Adamowicz ceramicera.com @ceramicera.com elka.u.a@gmail.com (301) 706-1742

I started working in clay in 2002 in Glen Echo Pottery studio in Glen Echo, MD. Most of my work is thrown and altered. An integral part of my work is the alteration process. I enjoy changing the original form, by bending, deforming, cutting, breaking and re-assembling the pieces again to find a different form and new balance. I like exploring geometric forms, both in the shape of the object and in the surface decoration. The aspect of my work I enjoy the most is surface finish. I love some effects of interaction of glaze or slip with ash, salt and soda in atmospheric firing. I often collect small fallen tree branches, seed pods, pine needles or driftwood to utilize as handles or attachments to my lidded vessels or ikebana pots.

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Eunkyung Han www.eunpottery.com @eun.pottery Eunkyung@gmail.com

Clay is a responsive medium that can be precisely shaped with wet hands and the motion of the wheel. It allows me to create any form I envision, offering both comfort and excitement in the process of making. My goal is to share the joy of creation with others and convey the emotions I experience through my work. I focus on exploring the beauty of lines—particularly the elegance of curves—to express harmony, balance, and comfort. The pursuit of creating graceful and meaningful forms remains a constant commitment in my artistic journey, and I take great satisfaction in sharing this vision with others.

GARY FITCH GFITCH2014@GMAIL.COM (301) 404-1862

i am a novice artist, however, I stumbled into creating art with lobster shells and am having great success in various art exhibits. This all started with my brother in law and I having disputes over whether to serve turkey or lobster for Thanksgiving. He hosted for years and insisted on Turkey. When he retired and moved to a small place in Annapolis he could no longer host the family, so we volunteered. We served Turkey and Lobster and I created a table center piece called a “Turkobster” as the table centerpiece for fun!

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George Zarubin @georgezarubin gzarubin@gmail.com (202) 285-3520

My work explores traditional techniques of pottery-making, and personal influences from my extensive traveling and living by the Pacific Ocean, near the Chesapeake Bay, on the Black Sea and in the mountains of the Caucasus and Central Asia. By blending my personal experiences, I draw inspiration from the rich traditions of ceramics - their form and function to make unique and beautiful pieces. Using the potter’s wheel, hand building and slip casting techniques, I make pots that feature colors, forms and textures that are reminiscent of the places and activities that I love: sailing, walking on the beach or hiking in a redwood forest. I utilize a variety of decorative techniques including slips, gestural brushwork, carving and sprigs, leaving evidence of my touch on each piece. The firing process in gas reduction, soda or wood kilns leaves room for serendipity, underscoring the beauty of natural processes. Each pot represents a dance of intention and chance.

Gerardo Bravo www.gerardo-bravo.com @gerardobravoart pgmggbra@gmail.com

In my artistic practice, I combine painting, sculpture, and installation to interpret reflections on control and loss, exploring the effects within the dynamics of power. My intention is to invite reflection on the present, the importance of memory, human relationships, and our relationship with nature. I use abstraction as a means to establish an open connection with the senses. Therefore, I employ the symbolic resonance of color, texture, material, and dimension, as well as the tension generated by their juxtaposition.

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Green Tea Ceramics danaindc@icloud.com @greenteaceramicsdc (202) 499-0740

Dana is a ceramicist who lives and works in Washington, DC. Her work is rooted in a love of color (her true love language). Through vibrant glazes and thoughtfully crafted forms, she creates sculptural ceramics that bring beauty, warmth, and joy to everyday life.

Greg Schofer, Nothing’s Perfect Pottery @NothingsPerfectPottery gschofer@gmail.com

Exploring interplay between ceramic form and metal wire, I create mixed-media ceramic art that is both functional and engaging. One artistic limitation that I’ve placed upon myself is the use of one continuous piece of wire. As such, most pieces have a single 12-18 foot long piece of wire. The process of adding wire forces additional thought and consideration about how and where it will be added, the juxtaposition of glaze and wire color, along with aesthetics and functionality. I enjoy the added step in the artistic process, and, over time, this has become a signature style.

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Hannah Turner @stonegardenceramics hannahdivinia@gmail.com

Hannah creates ceramics inspired by the beauty of cemeteries, where weathered stone and resilient botanicals shape each piece. Her work embraces texture and movement, transforming vessels into objects that invite connection.

Howard Thomas Hay howard hay.com howardthomashay@gmail.com

I started making models as a kid, making art from found materials and writing humor since college. I combined those three things into making miniatures with humorous stories. I have been making other forms of art, paintings, jewelry, photography, installations, and portrait drawings, but have been focusing 75% of my art on creating miniatures for the last 15 years. I use my art to spotlight political, social and every day living issues, with humor.

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Irene Vangsness midsummerglass@gmail.com Midsummerglass@instagram

I have been working in kiln formed glass for over 14 years, having been a potter and a quilter in the past 30 years. The nature and the properties of glass have always interested me due to the play of light on the surface and the range of textures one can create. In my pieces I combine function as well as art in plates, platters and other functional ware. I take my inspiration from nature, the colors and patterns of quilts, and the art of other cultures.

Isabel Church @alicenginger isabel.church@gmail.com

It started with a piggy bank. I have a piggy bank my grandmother made during her own “ceramics phase”, sitting on a shelf above my couch. I decided to make one of my own, trying to replicate her style -- and, as often happens for me, I began thinking of other creatures I could make in a similar style before I’d even attached the first ear. I love creatures. And I love finding ways to turn fairly common shapes into something completely new. I hope you enjoy how my creatures shake up my thrown forms as much as I do.

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Jane Pettit Jane Pettit.com @Janepettitart1 janepettit11@gmail.com (202) 494-4801 Inspired by people and nature, my pieces radiate optimism and humor, inviting viewers to uncover whimsical twists and playful characters within each mosaic. I start with a representational idea and move toward abstractions, striving to create movement and asymmetrical balance. My creative process blends traditional techniques with experimental approaches: I hand-cut and arrange glass, ceramic, stone, and mirror, craft original sculptural forms, and thoughtfully repurpose found objects. This puzzle-like method of assemblage is both meticulous and deeply rewarding.

Janet Wittenberg www.glasshabitat.com @Wittenberg_Janet sachermom@verizon.net (301) 728-0294 I’m strongly inspired by extremes of nature and geological phenomena. I’m intrigued, yet apprehensive by how my fellow humans choose to interpret the cause and future outcome of natural and manmade cataclysmic events. I hope my work has the ability to engage the viewer, and spark reflection on the grandeur and fragility of our planet.

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Jason Qin I consider making pots a privilege, I try my best to throw, trim and decorate each piece, then leave the rest to the hands of God, nature, kiln masters, and glaze mixers.

Jeanne Blackburn @thejeanneofblackburnglass arieljjb@aol.com (301) 330-7311

As a perennial student of watercolor painting, several years ago I discovered fused glass art and found that there are similarities between the two. The ‘liquid’ aspect of each is a challenge to harness, and the finished product in each is not always exactly as planned, anticipated - or hoped for! But to me, it is this very serendipity aspect of fused glass that feeds my curiosity to try something new just to see what happens.

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Joan Slottow joanslottowart.com

I am not a pure ceramicist since I create sculptures mixing together whatever materials I have that will produce the outcome I want. These three mostly-ceramic sculptures, like much of my work, each depict something from the natural world. To create “Bear” I joined ceramic pieces using completely nonceramic materials. I used wood, cardboard tubes, aluminum foil, and paint. “Buoy”, a nautical scene that includes seals and birds on or near a buoy surrounded by waves, was painted with acrylic paint. “Carved Clay Birds” was and experiment in carving. It was created by carving an entire cubic bag of clay (removing material) instead of using the more common sculptural method, used when working with clay, of building up objects (adding material).

Joanne Levin www.Designsbyjojo.art @Ceramic_designs_by_jojo jraslevin@gmail.com (301) 367-3667

I’m into something good — that’s how I feel when I’m creating. I love molding soft, squishy clay into playful shapes that more often than not become hearts & flowers. The process is meditative, like a quiet conversation with the clay that slows life down. I began throwing three years ago, and what started as curiosity quickly became an obsession. Now at 70, I continue to explore forms and surface design with a joyful, experimental approach, showing and selling work locally and through Instagram… deepening my practice, and my love for it, one piece at a time.

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Jonathan Kaler www.lasermadebyjonathan.com @lasermadebyjonathan jkaler25@yahoo.com

My work has evolved over two decades with technology, but remains true to my love of silhouettes and dimensionality. I started cutting silhouettes into ebony cardstock using X-Acto blades and elbow grease. Later, I got a die-cutting machine after first laying eyes on one in 2017, enabling me to machine cut designs I created in Adobe. For years, I pined for home laser cutter to achieve intricate cuts beyond the capability of my die cutter which would turn cardstock to confetti. I took the leap in 2023, purchased a 20-watt diode laser/engraver. I equate the acquisition to buying an instrument and realizing I have symphony. I quickly moved beyond cutting cardstock to basswood and acrylic, which opened the door to extraordinary world of functional art. I began making refrigerator magnets, signs and coasters sets, then wall clocks and now lamps and lanterns. I strive to inject joy and artistry into objects largely considered nondescript. To make the ordinary extraordinary.

Karen Lerohl Wilson karenw@stardustartworks.com www.StardustArtworks.com

Karen Wilson is a kiln formed glass artist. Her work is inspired by color and patterns based on nature, symbolism and sacred geometry. A recent series of glass mandalas integrate the cultural and spiritual energies of colors, shapes and numbers to enable the viewer to connect with the heart and soul through universal symbolism. A mandala is a graphical representation of the Self (center) and its connection to the outer world, with examples found in all ancient cultures. The mandala acts as a mediator between the conscious and the unconscious, enabling the artist and the viewer to integrate both, as if often done in dreams. The overarching concept is that we are all connected, and art and its symbolism are used to help everyone see and feel that interconnection – that we are all one.

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Katherine Siena Hubley sienaglassworks.com kjshubley@gmail.com (301) 980-8085

As a young girl my mother taught me to sew and I learned to make art with fabric. I have always loved the way the colors and patterns in fabric work together to create unique pieces. I find that working in kiln-formed glass gives me a similar opportunity to work with colors and patterns in a new and challenging way. I enjoy making my own patterned glass and using this to create new pieces. As a lifelong perfectionist, the interaction of glass and heat in the kiln has given me the freedom to embrace a measure of unpredictability. Ultimately, I am thrilled by the rhythms of line and curve imparted by the kiln as glass melds together in the heat. I find inspiration in assembling colors and patterns using various techniques both in and out of the kiln.

Kathryn Bird @kathrynbird_art kathrynbirdart@gmail.com

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Katie Mathy, It’s OK Clay itsokclay.com @its_ok_clay hey@itsokclay.com

Katrinka Ebbe katrinkaebbe@gmail.com

I have discovered a creative passion working in clay. Throwing on the wheel constantly challenges me to refine my skills, and I love the sense of balance and symmetry it can achieve. I also enjoy handbuilding because it offers the possibility of organic and asymmetrical forms. I draw inspiration from the shapes, colors, patterns, and textures I see around me every day. The endless opportunities to experiment with these elements of design keep everything new and exciting. The creative process brings me great joy, and I hope my pots can bring others joy as well.

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Ken Beerbohm www.kenbeerboh.squarespace.com ken.beerbohm@gmail.com (443) 741-0825

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” This insight spoken by Thomas Merton may be the most driving force that motivates me to sculpt. I’m attempting to say something through what I mold that will make me more human, more observant and more compassionate to nature and, in turn, invite others on that journey. Time stops, the noise of distractions is put on hold and I find myself in an “out of body” experience pouring my attention to the subject taking shape, sometimes imbuing it with humor, other times instilling it with a lofty pose. In either case, the work finds its way outside of me and I sometimes just shake my head in amazement that I had a hand in it.

Laurel Lukaszewski www.laurellukaszewski.com @laurellukaszewski laurel.lukaszewski@gmail.com

I am a Maryland-based artist who creates sculpture and pottery from porcelain and stoneware. My passion for clay is combined with a deep influence from my work with Japan over the past three decades. As an avid gardener and scuba diver, who grew up on islands in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, I am fascinated by the natural world—its patterns, rhythms and infinite mutability. I am also an obsessive doodler, getting lost in the flow of freehand-drawn patterns and lines. In the work for this show, I’ve done this with underglaze using needle nose applicators and tiny paint brushes. The vessels are wheelthrown. The octopuses and barnacles are hand-built with English porcelain.

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Liang Wei www.moxiangting.com mo_xiang_ting@yahoo.com (571) 302-1256

Lisa Battle www.lisabattlesculpture.com @lisabattlesculpture

My hand-built sculptural vases explore organic form, line and an undulating movement that is reminiscent of the sensual curvilinear grace of natural objects and landscapes. I am inspired by the patterns created by the forces of nature, found in walks along the seashore observing shifting sand patterns created by winds and receding waves; in my travels through the American southwest among desert cliffs, canyons and formations of weathered rock eroded by wind and water; and in the shapes of leaves and flowers. I love the sensory experience of working with clay, and the expressive possibilities created through this malleable material. The forces of nature are also essential to the creation of my work, as my sculptures are exposed to the transformative powers of wind and fire in the wood kiln. The wood firing process leads to surfaces that have depth and subtle variations of texture and color, imparted by the movement of wind and fire through the kiln. The result is both a visual and tactile experience in which the surface is inherently integrated with the form.

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lisa kowalewski littlebeastceramics.com @littlebeastceramics lisa.sue.k@gmail.com

I create colorful and whimsical porcelain vessels and sculptures, influenced by my love for vintage china, animals and nature (not necessarily in the order). I see beauty in patina, imperfection and the slightly bizarre. My work combines hand building porcelain clay into fanciful shapes and then hand painting them with underglazes and glazes. My little backyard studio is my happy place where magic really does happen.

Marc Harper harper.marcel.celia@gmail.com (301) 263-9774

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Marcie Wolf-Hubbard www.marciewolfhubbard.com @wolfhubbard marcieplusart@gmail.com

My work explores memory, place, and the constructed environment through collage, encaustic, and mixed media. I build layered surfaces from paper, drawing, and reclaimed materials, assembling fragments into textured compositions that blur the boundaries between painting, collage, and relief sculpture. Each piece develops through accumulation—cutting, layering, scraping, and reworking—so that history remains visible within the surface. Rooted in drawing, my practice often begins with observations of interiors, architecture, birds, and the natural world. These forms evolve into intimate spaces, small structures, and narrative fragments that suggest shelter, vulnerability, and connection to place. In recent years, my work has expanded from two dimensions into sculptural and diorama-like constructions, extending collage into physical space. Concern for the environment informs both subject and process. I frequently incorporate found and sustainable materials—cardboard, paper pulp, and reclaimed wood—allowing the work itself to embody reuse and transformation.

Martin Hindel https://washingtonsculptors.org/artist/hindel/ @martins_art_2026 mhindel@gmail.com (301) 222-7215

I produce small, whimsical figurines out of polymer clay compounds such as Sculpey and Fimo. My aim is to help viewers feel a bit of joy and levity as an antidote to the heaviness that is often present in our society today. Without any formal art training, I have been sculpting since childhood and have found great joy in continuing to refine my art and craft into adulthood. Whenever viewers leave my exhibitions with a smile or a lighter heart, I have achieved my greatest success.

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Mary Ellen Larkins www.maryellenlarkins.com melarkins@verizon.net (703) 389-2281

My artistic journey began in 1977 when I discovered batik, a medium that captivated me immediately. After moving to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 1978, I began teaching batik classes and exhibiting my work, which deepened my commitment to art as a central part of my life. Returning to the United States, I earned a degree in graphic arts from Northern Virginia Community College and worked in that field, eventually launching my own graphic design firm in 1990. While I enjoyed the work, everything changed in 1998 when I took my first fused glass classes. I fell completely in love with the medium—the way light transforms glass, the precision required, the stunning results. For years, I showed my work extensively at both indoor and outdoor venues and exhibited in numerous galleries. Glass remains my passion, and I continue to create pieces today. You can find my work at C’ville Arts Gallery in Charlottesville and The Loft Gallery in Occoquan.

Mary S Wactlar mwactlar@yahoo.com (412) 760-6342

I am a trained scientist with a strong love of learning, so most of my artwork begins with thoughts of natural phenomena, and how I can visualize them through glass. As I get older, my reflections on my wonderful life experiences, such as family, teaching, and travel add dimension to my thoughts. I love the way light and glass play together, and how the thickness of the glass changes that. The chemical reactions in glass fascinate me too, but the best thing about glass is that I am so often surprised by how glass, heat, and the kiln interact. I try to embrace whatever they present to me.

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Mary Silva maryjeffsilva@verizon.net @marylaggansilva

I produce functional ceramic work in an effort to create something useful and beautiful. Many of the objects I create can be used every day in your kitchen. We all deserve to live with beauty in our lives. I take inspiration from nature – particularly flowers and birds with carved and painted surfaces. I grew up living overseas and I was drawn to ceramics at an early age. In addition, my garden provides a continuous source of inspiration for decorative elements of the work. I hope that bringing elements of nature into daily life will make people smile. My work is to be touched, and used. The work is wheel thrown or hand built at the Glen Echo Pottery at Glen Echo Park. The majority of my work is fired in an atmospheric soda fire kiln, also at the Park and is food and microwave safe.

Maryamm Abdullah @kimbahudesings maryammak@gmail.com

Surface Design is a lifelong passion of mine, and I love to experiment in various mediums.There is an Aesthetic that I was hesitant to approach and it begins with the Flamenco Dress ofall things. During the Barcelona, Spain Olympics I became infatuated with this country as ateenager. Later in my 20’s, I was blindsided by The Grand Mezquita Cordoba, and theAl-Hambra Palace. During COVID-19 Pandemic, I took an online pottery class, and revisited ceramics after a 20 year absence. My new found skills needed a Surface treatment, so I beganto approach the Moorish Aesthetic that was full of dazzling mixed patterned tiles, carved plaster,and archways. My approach couldn’t be precise like the traditional Islamic art, so I developed a Gestured Geometry to capture the essence of these exquisite places. Imagine freehand Geometry, how contradictory. I found my wings and my voice, as a Ceramic Artist, as I combined all my loves to produce unique hand painted art

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Matthew Fuchs mattfuchs628@gmail.com @mattfuchs6

Intellectual and technical experimentation guides my artistic process. In each medium, I am drawn to the materials’ specific nature and the variety of tactile and affective qualities they can offer. When developing my pieces of art, the work’s craft and technique are as important to me as its aesthetic value, and I find the planning and execution of a project as exciting as the result. My interest in both materials and their properties as well as my fascination with the notion of the handmade lead sometimes to works that are precise and other times to ones that celebrate the medium’s subtler or more delicate qualities. I would like people to appreciate my pieces both as a whole and for their details. I believe that a final piece should be gratifying to both the artist and the viewer.

Michaela Borghese Pop mborghese2025@gmail.com

Nature plays a big part in my life, so I always have to incorporate it into the design of my art work. What still fascinates me about glass is that even with the most careful design you never know exactly how a piece will turn out when you open the kiln, you can always expect surprises.

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MICHELE RUBIN www.michelerubinglass.com michelerubinglass@outlook.com (410) 733-2563

Glass speaks in a language I continue to learn. It resists, yields, and remembers, at once the force that shapes my work and the material I try to shape. Within its limits, its translucence, its movement, its fragility, I find unexpected freedom, a continuing unfolding of form and possibility. My work evolves as I do, reflecting the questions, tensions, and moments that mark a life in motion. It is guided by message but not bound to words. Instead, I search for a visual voice that can reflect, challenge, and reveal—sometimes gently, sometimes with insistence. What I hope for is not simply to be seen, but to be felt. When a piece invites pause — when it opens a space for recognition, curiosity, or even discomfort — then a dialogue has begun. In that exchange, the work is complete.

Mihika Gangolli skyrii@yahoo.com @mihikagpottery

My work in functional ceramics with sculptural elements is rooted in the quiet rituals that connect us—to one another, to the natural world, and to the objects we invite into our daily lives. I incorporate elements found in nature in my work, including plants, pollinators and birds as symbols of growth and belonging. These are added to create forms that feel familiar and slightly unexpected. Every mark, carved texture, brushstroke, and glaze firing carries evidence of the making process. I embrace these variations found through the additions of carved texture, brushwork and glaze firings in electric and atmospheric firings and allow each piece to develop its own character. Ultimately, I want each piece to feel alive: something that carries both the touch of the maker and the possibility of becoming part of someone else’s daily story.

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Monique Camarillo mr_camarillo@verizon.net (703) 855-1376

Monique & Ramiro Camarillo live Sterling Va. We started glass blowing at Art of Fire at Laytoville, Md. We have exhibited our glass art at Art at the Mill in Millwood , Va. Glen Echo Labor Day show. We make one of a kind glass which can be purchased at Handmade by LMAC (Local Makers, Artists, and Crafters) 44719 Brimfield Dr. Ashburn Va 20147 at One Loudoun.

Nancy Jakubowski nancyjakubowski.com @nancy.jakubowski njakubowski59@gmail.com

As a ceramic artist, I create pieces that celebrate small moments of the natural world with warmth and a touch of humor. I make both sculptural works and functional pottery adorned with tiny animals, flowers, and organic motifs. My practice examines the elegant forms and rich textures of birds and animals while also highlighting their playful, endearing qualities. Through clay, I seek to evoke affection and appreciation for our fellow creatures.

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Neerja T. www.nonlinearbags.com @nonlinearbags nonlinearbags@gmail.com (240) 449-7250 Neerja Tripathi is a multidisciplinary textile and mixed-media artist whose work explores reinvention, memory, and material afterlife. She started sewing bags and purses out of natural fabrics and never really stopped. Experimenting with other art forms came later. Working primarily with reclaimed saris and preloved fabrics and various odds and ends, she transforms culturally embedded textiles and multitudes of found objects into contemporary bags, functional objects, and decorative pieces that merge utility with narrative. Through visible handwork, stitching, and structural experimentation, she highlights the quiet dignity of reuse and the emotional continuity embedded in cloth. Her fabric decoupage art works have been displayed in Glen Echo and Strathmore. She moved to Maryland from India in 1994. She lives in her empty nest in North Potomac with her husband and two pups.

Norma J. Brooks njbbasketofjewels@hotmail.com etsy.com/shop/njbbasketofjewels instagram@njb_basket_of_jewels (301) 648-0747 My love for art and passion for creativity led me to design fine jewelry. While working with beads, metals, stones, and glass, I decided to expand my creations by incorporating the use of fabric wrapped clothesline. I use coiling, weaving, crocheting, and sewing techniques, to make baskets, trivets, coasters, rugs, and wall art boasting of rich and vibrant colors, unique patterns, and mixed textures. It is a challenge to mix, match and pair the conventional with the unusual. What a surprise to see the results, whether it is intentional or unexpected.

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Pam Berry/ Kent Oaks Pottery www.kentoakspottery.com @kentoakspottery kentoakspottery@gmail.com I took my first pottery class in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1979. Over the years, wherever I lived and worked, I sought out a local pottery studio so that I could continue to learn and create pots. Now, I am fortunate to spend many uninterrupted hours working in my home studio. Most of my work is slab built using tan speckled stoneware. Many of the pieces are hand painted with underglazes so that each kiln opening is filled with an abundance of color. I sometimes use tape resist when decorating my work so that the natural beauty of the clay is visible on the surface of a piece. Trying to enhance every day with something useful and beautiful guides my work and hopefully brings joy to others. The quiet time during the pandemic was a turning point for my journey as a potter. While I enjoyed making pottery for many years, sharing it with my friends, neighbors and a few local sales outlets, virtual shows provided me with the opportunity to reach a broader audience. It also afforded me the time to try new decorating techniques and designs that changed the focus of my work. My work is now sold in galleries throughout the United States, including Glen Echo Park’s Annual Holiday Show and Sale.

Patricia Stephenson www.moononthemountain.com patricia@moononthemountain.com

Patricia Stephenson is an artisan feltmaker from Virginia. She raises sheep and from their wool creates wearable and decorative art works using a variety of felting techniques.

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Pearl Chang pearl.b.chang@gmail.com @pearl.b.chang After retirement from a job with the federal government in 2014, I began to pursue my longtime interest in the visual arts. I took a number of drawing, painting and sculpture lessons at Montgomery College. But I gravitated to sculpture. Its threedimensionally intrigued me. Sculptures demand a holistic approach to the subject matter in that it needs to be presented in the whole and viewed from all angles. My sculptures are expressions of multilayered emotions and feelings evoked by lifetime events and memories of the people I know. On one hand, they are about my personal experiences of receiving and sharing love and encouragement. On the other hand, they are about common, yet crucial, social and environmental events that happen around all of us. Each memory or experience may by itself be a seed of an idea for a sculpture at some point. It is the final connecting of these different seedlings that make a multilayered sculpture. So I collect images, ideas and objects over time and integrate them into one sculpture when I find the fitting medium. I strive to make my sculptures relatable, considered, and reflective I show my work frequently at local and regional art exhibitions and have won awards, including first place in sculpture/carving at the 2020 Beacon Celebration of the Arts Competition. I also have a sculpture in the permanent collection of a Fortune 500 company. In 2024, I had a solo exhibition at the Maryland Women’s Heritage Center. Recently, my sculpture, Comfortable in Her Own Skin, was selected into the art show of Women Artists of DMV which was curated by Lenny Campello

Peter Kosa peterkosapottery.com @peterkosa

My work begins in the pursuit of balance — the meditation of centering, the calm of a rounded vessel — and then invites disruption into it. I roughen what I have smoothed, comb a line until its rhythm wavers, and hand the surface over to the kiln, where ash and flame settle into crust and flash I could never have drawn myself. Clay remembers both the calm of my hands and the chaos of the fire. I look for beauty that is imperfect, tactile, and quietly restless.

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Polina Miller www.polinamiller.com @polinamillerpottery polinamiller@gmail.com

Rachel Levine rachellindsaypottery.com @rachellindsaypottery rachellindsaypottery@gmail.com (978) 844-6621

I came to wheelthrowing as an analytically-minded person who never felt “artistic.” In clay, I found a dialogue between control and letting go - guiding physics and chemistry into form. I’m drawn to elevating earth into something meaningful, embracing texture, nature, and awe. Through ancient firing techniques like saggar and obvara, I explore patterns that feel both unpredictable and divinely ordered, reflecting my ongoing navigation of my Jewish faith and the tension between complexity and simplicity.

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Ramiro Camarillo mr_camarillo@verizon.net @rcglassblower (571) 434-9077 Ramiro and Monique Camarillo live in Sterling Va. We started glass blowing 2006 at the Art of Fire in Laytonsville, Md. We taken classes at Corning Museum of Glass and learned from instructors and classmates from around the world. We have exhibited our glass at Art at the Mill in Millwood, Va., Glen Echo Labor Day show and Christmas show were piece can be purchased. Members of the Glass Art Society and Corning Museum of Glass. I welded unique molds for ornaments, vases and bowls. We make one of a kind glass which can be purchased at Handmade by LMAC (Local Makers, Artists, and Crafters). 44719 Brimfield Dr. Ashburn Va 20147 at One Loudoun.

Richard Webster gtjazz@comcast.net

a musician with a second career of turning wood. After 40 years with the National Symphony I am finally doing what I always craved to do...Woodworking playtime for me...

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Ryan McDonnell @r2mcdonnell.ceramics r2mcdonn@gmail.com (412) 445-8874

I am an educator and working artist who has been active in the DC area for over 20 years teaching diverse student populations, including DC’s charter schools and colleges including The George Washington University, Marymount University, Montgomery College. I have maintained an active mentoring role within my community by teaching at local pottery studios including Hinckley Pottery and here at Glen Echo. I volunteer at the Washington Drawing Center as an advisor for public grants, and at CentroNía, a community-based non-profit, where I wrote grants and taught classes that engaged at-risk youth with their community through art. One of our public murals still stands today and can be seen on the corner of 14th and Columbia road in NW DC.

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Sadie Hammack (301) 503-8676

Sean Adams www.seanadamsart.com @seanadamsartist adamssta43@gmail.com

Sean Adams is a sculptor working mainly in direct wood carving and with old tools and other found-object metal. He has studied art at The Art League in Alexandria, VA, the Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing in Waynesboro, VA, Virginia community colleges in Northern Virginia and Charlottesville, VA, and at the Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo, MD. He is a partner in Art Life Ventures LLC with his wife, Trisha Adams, an oil painter.

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Shalini Saksena @shals_clay_play s_saksena@hotmail.com (202) 450-9249

Have been practicing ceramics for over 16 years but till today each piece surprises me. I love to let clay decide what it wants to be while I am throwing it. Because throwing is not about control but letting go. Been experimenting with larger pieces and mostly non functional. Surface design is a major part of my work and hence no two pieces are the same.

Shannon Lucas Westrum ShannonLucasWestrum.com @shannonlucaswestrum ShannonWestrum@gmail.com

The woods, waters, and wild places around me are at the heart of everything I create. Living close to nature has taught me to pay attention—to the curve of a branch, the movement of grasses in the wind, the patterns left by weather, and the quiet feeling that comes from being surrounded by the natural world. Those observations and emotions become the foundation of my baskets, brooms, and sculptures. I work with my hands because it connects me to something timeless. The act of gathering, weaving, binding, and shaping natural materials allows me to slow down and develop a deeper relationship with both the materials and the landscape they come from. Every piece carries traces of that connection. My work is not meant to be a literal representation of nature. Instead, I try to capture the feelings I experience while immersed in it—the peace of a walk through the forest, the strength of old trees, the movement of water, the comfort of familiar places, and the sense of wonder that can be found in the smallest details. Basketry and broom making are rooted in tradition, and I deeply respect the generations of makers who have passed these skills forward. At the same time, I see these forms as opportunities for artistic expression. I enjoy pushing beyond function and allowing my work to become sculptural, expressive, and reflective of my own experiences with the natural world. Through my work, I hope to share the beauty, calm, and inspiration I find outdoors every day. My baskets, brooms, and sculptures are invitations to pause, reconnect with nature, and appreciate the simple yet profound relationship we have with the land around us.

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Shannon Mililani Brownlee www.hinaleastudio.com @hinaleastudio smbrownlee@me.com

Creating clay objects that serve functional and artistic purposes connects me with my present and past. Pots that resonate for me evoke the natural world without being representational, summon elemental forces like wind and waves, and honor the arts of Asian and Pacific Island cultures. I use smooth clays that curve like river water, gritty clays that can be torn like fractured rock, and forms that are rooted in such ancient objects as Jomon funerary urns and Korean fermentation jars. Wood firing reinforces the link between the clay and its earthbound origins. In these ways, I anchor my work in aspects of the world that hold meaning for me.

Steena Fullmer-Anderson buddhakittyglass.com @steenaf@gmail.com steenaf@gmail.com

Buddha Kitty Glass is the fused glass art of Steena Fullmer. Steena has a life-long passion and fascination with all types of glass. She was raised in a small town in the San Juan Islands in Washington State, where she collected beach glass as a child. A trip to Europe in college spurred a fascination with stained glass. After returning home, Steena took her first class in glass art at a stained-glass workshop. This workshop began a long and diverse journey through the numerous glass art disciplines. As a resident of Seattle, Washington Steena was surrounded by glass art. The Seattle area is renowned for its glass art community. While living in Seattle, Steena studied with many of the phenomenal glass artists in the area. After a decade of working with glass in her free time, Steena decided to leave work for the government and pursue glass art full-time. In 2008, Steena launched Buddha Kitty Glass, named after her cat who would sit at her feet while she worked on her first stained glass window. Steena is an award-winning Juried Artist of the Virginia Artisan Center, and a former Glass Resident Artist and Instructor at the Lorton Workhouse Art Center in Lorton, Virginia. Her art can also be found in galleries throughout the East Coast and on her website at buddhakittyglass.com.

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Stephen Kohashi shkohashi@gmail.com

Although I have occasionally made sculptural objects throughout my life, in the last dozen years I have focused on ceramics as a medium. I have made pieces in a wide variety of styles, from replicas of ancient art to total abstractions-- some of my work are whimsical representations, and others are as realistic as I can craft, but with a concentration on animal and human figures.

Susan Haas susanhaasglass.com @susan_haas_glass sdhglass@gmail.com

I’ve always been fascinated by the essential idea of glass, the change from liquid to solid. The freedom, in the middle of that flow, to pull an abstract vision into something of tangible beauty, is fabulous. Since I also love being on the water — ocean, river, lake, mud puddle — it pleases me to create pieces that hark back that liquid: stable, but still full of motion. And so my work is alive with bubbles and waves, sea foam and movement. When I began my glassblowing journey, my questions were simple: How? Why? What makes me think I can do this? I’ve figured out some of the ‘hows’ and ‘whys’ and have moved on to my new favorite question: What if? The answer to that question can be endlessly appealing. With each new piece, I get to share and celebrate the result.

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Susan Mason www.magnoliaartswarmglasscreations.com magnoliaartsandwarmglass@gmail.com (571) 732-1036

Susan Mason is a fused glass artist whose work explores the relationship between light, color, nature, and form. Drawing inspiration from the natural environment and a lifelong engagement with visual art, she creates work that highlights the expressive and luminous qualities of glass. Susan’s creative process is intuitive and experiential, informed by personal observation and lived experience. Through the process of fusing, she manipulates color, transparency, and texture to allow light to interact dynamically with each piece. Her work takes shape in a range of functional and sculptural forms, including jewelry, bowls, plates, display pieces, and wall-mounted works. Through her practice, Susan seeks to create work that invites contemplation and encourages viewers to consider their relationship to the natural world. By using fused glass as both material and metaphor, her work emphasizes transformation, perception, and the subtle shifts of light that shape our experience of place and environment.

Suzanne Arden Glass suzanne_arden@yahoo.com suzannearden.com (202) 669-8228

I work in fused glass, and landscape appeals most as a subject. But I’m less interested in depicting a particular place than in capturing the feeling of it — the silence of a forest in snow, the riot and gaiety of autumn, or the mystery of Venice in the mist. Ultimately, I’d like my work to evoke a quiet curiosity, encouraging viewers to build their own narrative or connect with a lingering memory, not necessarily of the exact place but of a felt emotion. I work in two ways. One is to let the glass speak first, allowing the patterns, swirls, and hints of color in the glass to suggest a landscape idea that I will build on. The other is to combine photo images that I’ve shot over the years with multiple layers of transparent glass, which soften the edges, adding atmosphere, mystery and mood.

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Sydnie Rose Swain sydnierose.squarespace.com @sydniedoesart sydnie.sw@gmail.com

Sydnie is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice centers on ceramics and painting. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art with a concentration in General Fine Arts and a minor in Ceramics, following an Associate of Fine Arts from Montgomery College, where she was awarded the Sarah Silverman Ceramic Endowed Scholarship. Sydnie has taught ceramics at studios throughout Maryland and Virginia and currently teaches at the Edmund Burke School in Washington, D.C. Inspired by the natural world, Sydnie frequently incorporates botanical forms-particularly leaves-into her work, using them as both visual motifs and powerful symbols. Sydnie’s work inspires you to look closer, wonder more, and believe in a little magic.

Victoria Zarubina toya.zarubina@gmail.com (301) 503-0606

My work explores the relationship between beauty and function. I am interested in creating vessels that are not only visually compelling but also invite interaction, whether they hold flowers, serve at a table, or simply occupy a space with quiet presence. Rather than separating art from utility, I seek a balance where each enhances the other, elevating everyday objects through thoughtful form and craftsmanship. Experimentation is an essential part of my practice. I enjoy exploring new approaches to glazing, surface decoration, and form, allowing each piece to become an opportunity for discovery and growth. While my techniques continue to evolve, my intention remains the same: to create vessels that celebrate the expressive qualities of clay while enriching the rituals and spaces of daily life.

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Alan Darby Alan Darby is a silversmith and instructor at SilverWorks in Glen Echo Park who specializes in metal stamping and tool making, particularly techniques inspired by traditional Native American silversmithing.

Alanna Rivera Studios mail@alannarivera.com www.alannarivera.com www.instagram.com/ariverastudios Alanna Rivera is a half El Salvadoran and half white artist born in and currently living in Arlington, Virginia. Alanna works as a fine artist and jewelry designer for her small business, Alanna Rivera Studios, in the Washington D.C. area, creating upcycled jewelry from her paint palettes and aluminum cans. Her jewelry is inspired by her love of bright colors and the idea of capturing windows in time in both her paintings and jewelry design process. Each pair of earrings becomes its own collage or set of small paintings that are a part of different stages in Alanna’s thought process. These pieces invite the viewer to zoom in and appreciate all the smaller steps and decisions in the journey to a larger work of art, celebrating the process of creating art and not just the final product.

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AllocDalloc allocdalloc4dei@gmail.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllocDalloc @allocdalloc_fiberarts My work in fiber arts emerges from a deep desire to hold together memory, tradition and the natural world in the face of a rapidly changing modern life. These gestures of making are both acts of remembrance and resistance: remembrance of ancestors who lived in harmony with nature, and resistance against a culture of short videos, disposability and excess. I am particularly drawn to obangsaek—the five cardinal colors of Korean cosmology—which thread together the forces of nature and human life. Each piece offers a space for reconciling the hybrid identity I live every day. The colors are unapologetically vivid, reflecting a belief in the beauty of difference. The techniques combine Korean handcraft with contemporary design, suggesting that the past and present can not only coexist but illuminate one another. Through fiber, I seek to express diversity, equity, and inclusion—not just as ideals, but as lived experiences embodied in texture, form, and color.

Aric Kaiser (301) 526-1354 gumbyisland@gmail.com

Lines on paper transformed by fire and force into art.

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Audrey Byler (Age: 10) agauchat@gmail.com

Thank you to Rosie for inspiring me to enter my jewelry in this show.

Avni Designs avnidesignsdc@gmail.com

Michal creates unique jewelry that is both whimsical and elegant, using a range of materials, such as gemstone, glass beads, felt, ceramic, pewter, and silver. Her one-of-a-kind beaded designs often incorporate vintage beads and pendants in a joyful array of colors, shapes, and textures.

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Bonnie Campos intuitionaldesign@gmail.com I have been making jewelry for about 30 years. I was interested in using in my Native American culture to express myself and give honor to my ancestors in my craft. There is meaning and symbolism in many of my works. I also enjoy sharing my love of jewelry making with others. One of my joys is teaching jewelry classes for seniors in Montgomery County. I hope my jewelry brings happiness to others and a sense of peace and love.

Cara’s Creations www.carascreationsdc.com rcjablon@aol.com (202) 669-5322

Cara Jablon is a retired attorney who has been making jewelry for over 25 years. She is a juried member of the Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild and a member of the Chevy Chase artists (Ch/Art). Cara enjoys working with bright, cheerful colors and makes reasonably-priced jewelry that is easy to wear, versatile, and excellent for traveling. Her current focus is on woven necklaces and earrings, but she also makes wood, pearl, pewter and stone, coiled wire, and multi-strand necklaces, and well as a large variety of earrings and stretch bracelets.

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Caroline O’Neil caroline.cgo.oneil@gmail.com

Christine Lederman chris.lederman@gmail.com

I took up jewelry making 12 years ago, and I am largely self taught. I still find it very exciting, and no more than a few days go by before I feel called to make something beautiful. Combining colors, shapes and textures into a unique piece of jewelry is my guiding principle. I work with many different materials including polymer clay, glass, semiprecious stones and wood.

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Christina Nicols Handcrafted Jewelry christina.nicols@gmail.com @cnicolsjewelry Christina Nicols has been building skills in silversmithing, fusing, silver metal clay, wire weaving, and beading for more than a decade. She loves incorporating forms from nature, including leaves and floral motifs. Christina also loves incorporating color into her work through stone setting, patinas, and most recently, through the ancient art of enameling. She participates in workshops at Silverworks in Glen Echo Park (MD) and in various fine craft schools in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and California, including the John C Campbell Folk School and the Silvera School.

ColorTellaVisions LLC ColorTellaVisions@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/colortellavisions/

DMV artist Molly @ColorTellaVisions LLC creates abstract paintings and wearable upcycled jewelry. Her work favors the use of a vibrant color palate and saturated hues to create or ‘Tell-a-vision,’ seeking to transform mood, brighten physical space, spark imagine, inspire hope and to promote positive change. She loves integrating her work and passion for global health and human rights through the messages into the art but also sometimes in the materials (e.g. earrings made out of COVID test kit packaging).

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Designs by Dareya designsbydareya@gmail.com (301) 648-1878

It all started for Dareya when she was 15 years old and her mother brought loose beads into the house. She was fascinated with how the beads looked and fit together. Now, more than 30 years later, she is still doing what she loves and continues to learn new techniques. Dareya is constantly being inspired by color combinations, how beads fit together, the play of materials off each other and the variations that they create. Dareya creates jewelry to be worn not merely for show. A piece of jewelry can open up a dialog. Dareya incorporates her beading into other wearable art including shawls, shoes and purses. Dareya works with all types of medium in jewelry design. Beads, PMC, wire, fiber work and her most recent passion, creating her own glass beads on a torch. Dareya has been published in numerous beading publications including Bead and Button, Bead Trends and Beadwork Magazine. She displays her work in various locations throughout the DC Metro area.

Eileen Doughty DoughtyDesigns.com efdart@gmail.com

Fiber art appeals to me because my hands are always touching my materials. Currently my work focuses on exploring what makes fiber art so unique: texture, freedom of shape of the “canvas”, and employing three rather than two dimensions. I particularly enjoy making objects out of thread alone, and making silk paper.

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Eva T Stolwein estolwein@starpower.net (240) 418-4187

I have been making dichroic fused glass jewelry for thirteen years. I like to create earrings, pendants, pendant & earring sets, bracelets and rings using an array of colors. I love the way the pieces of fused glass jewelry blend with each other to create a unique piece of jewelry.

Jan Solomon jan@jansolomon.net (202) 329-9993

Jan makes handcrafted jewelry in a variety of styles that are wearable, fun, versatile, even make a statement. She works mainly in sterling but also steel and gold, using precious and non-precious stones, anodized aluminum, enamel, beads, and repurposed materials. Jan has studied at Creative Metalworks, the Art League School, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Glen Echo’s Silverworks Studio, and at workshops with wellknown artists. Jan lives in Washington, D.C. and shows her work there as well as in Maryland.

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Jennifer Hudnell @jenhud.art www.jenhud.com (202) 491-3988 My work explores the beauty of transformation—turning color, texture, and layered marks into pieces that invite curiosity and connection. Whether working in collage or painting, I create original artwork that celebrates the expressive potential of everyday materials and the joy of discovery through the creative process. My wearable art and functional pieces extend this practice beyond the wall, allowing people to experience original artwork in their daily lives. By transforming my paintings and collages into jewelry and other thoughtfully crafted objects, I hope to create moments of beauty, spark conversation, and remind us that art can be both meaningful and lived with.

Joan Danoff starlandbyhand.com @starlandbyhand starlandbyhand@aol.com

Joan Danoff is a jewelry artist whose work celebrates the beauty of handcrafted design using copper enamel and sterling silver resulting in distinctive pieces. Her creations, dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship, are intended to be worn with both comfort and unique style.

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JOAN ZENZEN https://joanzenzen.com/ joanz10@verizon.net

I love working with metal to create jewelry that is fun to wear and makes each person shine. I go into my silversmithing studio without a specific plan of how a piece may look. Instead, I let the process evolve until I finish a piece that I know will accentuate a person’s smile or eyes or shape of their face. Each piece is unique, made in a spirit of discovery and with attention to careful workmanship. I have many repeat customers because they know they are purchasing something that they can wear everyday, but that is far from ordinary.

Karen Migdail Jewelry kjmjewelry@gmail.com @KarenMigdailJewelry

My first pieces of jewelry were a tiny pair of gold hoop earrings given to me the day I was born in Mexico City. I was wearing them the first time my mother held me. In later years, I wore jewelry purchased myself and given me as gifts. My tastes were shaped by travel, art, and popular culture while growing up in Mexico and the Washington D.C. suburbs. My love of wearing jewelry evolved into a passion for designing jewelry. Nearly 30 years ago, I bought a few beads, some wire, and tools, then taught myself to make earrings. While a very simple creation, it was gratifying and inspiring to take an idea and make it real. Over the years, I have honed my technique and my eye for color and composition. My design cues are inspired by my surroundings, the colors of nature, and observing fashion and tastes. I have collected beads and stones in my travels throughout the world. By combining stone and glass beads, found objects, and silver, I create every day wearable art. I design statement pieces that make the wearer feel unique and elegant. Instagram - @karenmigdailjewelry

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Kat Jamieson katjamieson.com

Linda Daniels Cermak lindadanielscermak@gmail.com

Linda Daniels Cermak, Has been a watercolor painter for many years, exhibiting in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and Pennsylvania. In the last few years she has expanded her artistic efforts to include one of a kind jewelry using watercolor paper along with other rice, mulberry and specialty papers. Linda adds watercolor, acrylics and hand marbling and collage to her work. Her paint techniques create unique textures and designs through the use of glazes, dry and wet brush techniques, spattering and scraping. The use of a mixed media approach, especially collage, gives Linda the feeling of literally building her jewelry pieces. Each necklace, bracelet, set of earrings or brooch is wholly unique and offers the recipient a totally new and different fashion accessory.

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Ma-Chi Jewelry https://ma-chi-jewelry-designs.square.site/ MaChiJewelry@Gmail.com (703) 919-9983

I love making jewelry; it has fascinated me how a sheet of metal gets transformed into a piece of art. I like to experiment with other nontraditional materials as well, like colored pencils and cement. When I am working on a piece of jewelry, time flies by, and I transport myself into another world that nourishes my soul.

Melissa Scales https://makeasplashjewelry.square.site/ makeasplashjewelry@gmail.com

My jewelry is inspired by the beauty of nature and is made from a unique process of twisting wire and beads into vine, berry, and flower motifs.

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Nancy Sachs nsachs@outlook.com

These earrings are metal and polymer clay and have stainless steel ear hooks. I hope you enjoy wearing them as much as I enjoy making them!

Natan natankimbee@gmail.com

Natan creates expressive wearable art pieces through knitting and crocheting techniques. Recent experiments with elements of collage, doodling, and improvisation led to the design and creation of ‘silver flashes’.

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Rachael Allison Designs www.rachaelallisondesigns.com @rachael.allison.designs rrice2008@gmail.com (240) 418-4016 I have been an artist for over 40 years working in many different mediums. Currently I paint abstract art and use my painting to create jewelry.

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Roz Jacobs rozziejewelry@aol.com

Rozzie Jewelry is a collection of classic handmade jewelry designs, made with gemstones, freshwater pearls, crystals, and sterling silver, either hand knotted on silk or crafted w/ PMC, sterling silver.

Sherry Schweitzer @SAW Jewelry sawschweitzer@gmail.com (301) 922-2844

My experience with metal started after a career as a writer. I took a number of jewelry classes at Silverworks at Glen Echo and began to collect tools and finally set up a small home studio. Recently, I began adding color to my designs by way of anodized aluminum and decorative recycled tin, which I cut into various shapes. This technique suits the moment that metal faces now, with much higher costs. My designs apply techniques such as sawing, riveting, and soldering. I focus on a variation of shapes combined with realistic images from nature or allusions to images from the natural world.

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Sonha Mason https://www.kgyubangarts.com/ @kgyubang_arts

Returning to Korea after living in America for over thirty years, I encountered a country remarkably transformed yet deeply reconnected with its graceful traditions. During this visit, I fell in love with Gyubang Arts—traditional Korean fiber art. During the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897), noble-class women were largely confined to the inner chambers (Gyubang,) of the home. Within these private spaces, they gathered to sew, share stories, and turn leftover fabric scraps into beautiful yet useful everyday objects. What captivates me most is this quiet transformation: humble scraps of silk and ramie, dyed in soft, natural tones, are reborn stitch by stitch. Through this quiet meditative process, moments are woven together, breathing new life into discarded remnants to create beautiful, functional objects that carry my heritage. Though I live in America today, my hope is to recreate the true spirit of the Gyubang, (규방)—building a community space where people can gather, share stories, and nurture creativity while honoring a timeless tradition.

Vanessa J Bridges vjbridges@yahoo.com

Beauty from chaos. I started crafting as a distraction from stress. It’s a mini getaway from work and the world. As my mind relaxed and allowed the Divine to rise within, my hands took over and started creating. First were my Obama Hope Boxes to keep and store the many mementoes from the Obama presidency. Then came the jewelry and my heart grew and my mind began to soar. Many times I don’t even realize what I’m creating until it is finished and I am just as much in awe as you - the Divine at work. I love seeing my pieces adorn and bring out the beauty from within. I hope you enjoy and treasure a little part of what I lovingly created just for you. ~ Vanessa

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Vivi’s Workshop vivis-workshop.square.site @vivis.workshop vivisworkshoplove@gmail.com

Vivi is a Washington, DC based wire artist whose work explores the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary wearable art. Through intricate hand woven wire techniques, she creates one of a kind jewelry that highlights texture, movement, and individuality. Every piece is made entirely by hand, ensuring no two are ever exactly alike. Her work invites the wearer to see jewelry not simply as an accessory, but as a personal expression and a small piece of sculptural art.

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The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and also by funding from the Montgomery County government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County (creativemoco.com). All programs are produced in cooperation with the National Park Service and Montgomery County, Maryland.

2026 Labor Day Art Show