With great anticipation, we packed the gallery! Below is a video walkthrough that was shot during our reception of Realism… Believe! and Riggio Design’s Hidden Images. We were very pleased with the scene’s attention. Thank you to everyone who came for both shows.
April 3rd to May 7th, 2011
Reception: April 23rd 6-8pm
5710 Baltimore Ave., Hyattsville, MD 20781
Our April exhibition is comprised of works selected from artists at the Art League in old town Alexandria at the torpedo factory. They form extremely realistic imagery that appears three-dimensional or photographic using techniques of illusion.
The various representational forms of painting – from Trompe L’oeil to Photo Realism – are means of both expression and magic, so long as they are not made nor viewed as technical achievements alone. Trompe L’oeil must transcend the amusement aspect of the illusion to be called art. Photo Realism must transcend the technical making aspect to become art. For both of them and all representational painting, a deeper meaning must reside in the painting after its’ initial viewing. Representational painting does represent something outside itself and that plays the dominant role in its’ message. Beyond that lie rich discoveries of paint application, surface quality, and all the technical aspects that contribute to the image.
Like all painting, one must believe in representational painting. Maybe it is easier on some levels to do as compared with abstraction and non-objective work due to the seductive nature of imagery. Trompe L’oeil fools you into believing and lets you down when the illusion is discovered. After the illusion is discovered the painting is never seen the same again. This is when it must earn it’s living as art. What remains is an abstraction of colors, shapes and textures. Added to the imagery, this makes a statement about space, feelings about the imagery or an emotion.
Artists:
Dennis Crayon
Heather McCaw
Vicki St. Germain
Christy St. Germain
Patrick Kirwin
Jack Labadie
Kazaan Viveiros
An exhibit bringing together six artists using materials in unique ways
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HYATTSVILLE, MD (February 22, 2010) – Material World, an exhibition at artdc Gallery from Saturday, March 12 to Sunday, April 3, 2011 will feature works by Sherill Anne Gross, Michael Janis, J. T. Kirkland, Matthew Langley, Katherine Mann, and Marie Ringwald.
“The commitment these artists have for their materials and craft lets their processes inform the content of the work, not overwhelm it,” notes curator Stephen Boocks. “While viewers will inevitably wonder how the works were made and will marvel at the technical prowess, the pieces selected ultimately transcend the materials used, allowing each finished object to stand on its own.”
An opening reception will be held on Saturday, March 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. Two artists talks will be held: Michael Janis, Sherill Anne Gross, and Marie Ringwald on Saturday, March 19, and Matt Langley on Saturday, April 2. Gallery hours are Saturdays from 12 to 4 p.m. and by appointment. The gallery is located at The Lustine Center, 5710 Baltimore Avenue in Hyattsville, Maryland.
“Material World features exceptional work diverse in style and serves as a testament to the rich pool of talented artists from or with close ties to the DC area,” adds Boocks. “These six artists at varying stages of their careers all have a clear vision of what they’re trying to achieve with their preferred media. ”
View a detailed catalog of the show here.
Artist websites:
matthewlangley.com
marieringwald.com
katherinemann.net
michaeljanis.com
sagworks.com
jtkirkland.com
artdc Gallery – 5710 Baltimore Avenue Hyattsville, MD 20781
Contact the gallery for appointments here.
Who: artdc Gallery
What: Censored 2011
Where: 5710 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781
When: Reception Feb 12, 2011 7pm – 9:30pm
In 2010, Censored was a success. We developed the show as a response towards public opinions about nudity in local galleries, where invited artists to exhibit figure work which we self-censored. We decided to re-tool this show and produce censored 2011 with new work and new self-censorship. Invited artists are as follows: Andrea Hope, Chris Brady, Frank Turner, JM Hoover, Jerry Harke, Jonathan Zuck, Joshuva, Nigil Brice, Pamela Viola, Rahul Saha & Renee Azcra Woodward. Curator: Renee Azcra Woodward
artdc is working with Deidree Bennett to select work for the walls of Twisted Vines, an Arlington Wine bar. The space is classy, and the work looks amazing on the walls. This is our first show of many to come. While it’s an alternative space for art, it’s an amazingly supportive atmosphere for artists. This show moves beyond just decoration for a bar, they have an interest in supporting artist’s need for a connection with the community. In addition to the show reception, there will also be an artist talk / brunch at the space.
Read more below:
Discussion:
columbia-pike.org
lisakrosenstein.blogspot.com
piketowncenter.com
dcartdiva.blogspot.com
twisted-vines.com
Who: Peter Gordon, Grayson Heck, and Lisa Rosenstein
What: structure, energy: exploring the grid
Where: artdc Gallery
5710 Baltimore Ave.
Hyattsville, MD 20781
When: January 9th – Feb 5th 2011
Reception: January 22nd, 2011 12:00pm (Coffee and Bagels)
We bring you a trio of artists Peter Gordon, Grayson Heck and Lisa Rosenstein,. They are exploring energy and structure through minimalism and raw materials.
Peter has produced a new series of drawings titled, Invariable Discord. Each composition grows organically as thousands of free hand horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines combine. This series attempts to illustrate that way that pattern, planning, variation and accident merge to form our daily activities.
Grayson’s work contrasts and is connected by it’s raw material energy and rough metal edges. Their work explores both a connection through material and technique with the energy produced by their explorations containing and grabbing the viewer with repetition and contrast of light.
Lisa has produced a vast array of monotone works consisting of only white. The image is created only by texture and the effect of light. The images start with a grid and grow through lines and knots in string, thread, and pearls of paint.
artdc will provide coffee and bagels at 12:30pm while they last, so get there early!
Hyattsville, MD, December 11, 2010: artdc Gallery will be opening an exciting new exhibition In the Present: works by Jenny Walton and Alexandra Zealand. The opening reception will be held December 11th from 7-9pm at 5710 Baltimore Avenue in Hyattsville, MD 20781.
The exhibition will run through January 9th. Gallery hours are by appointment. For more information, please contact Jesse Cohen, Gallery Director at fineartventures@gmail.com.
In the Present integrates the work of Jenny Walton and Alexandra Zealand who both grapple with thoughts of human life and its evolving relationships to the world. Though quite different in their materials, each artist’s work relates to the natural world in its present state, through abstracted anatomy caught in the act of degeneration or through repetitive looping reminiscent of cellular structures.
Please view this very important show. The work is full of strong content. All works are available for sale, supporting pink jams. Email us for more details, materials, dimensions, detail shots, or prices, if you are interested in collecting these amazing works of art.
Here is video walkthrough during our reception at the artdc Gallery, which allows you a feel for the lay out of the show.
Alien Inside artdc Gallery video walkthrough from artdc.com on Vimeo.
