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News from The Art League, including community outreach, important local and national arts policy, and other news we think you’ll be interested in.

“Lift Us Up, Don’t Push Us Out!”: An immersive exhibition created by youth at the Richmond Juvenile Detention Center

This exhibit is a direct response to the school-to-prison pipeline crisis that our country is facing today. Curated by Mark Strandquist, “Lift Us Up,…
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Artist Opportunities #456

Every week, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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What is: The Art League’s First Ever Art Trivia Night!

Last night we celebrated our first Art Trivia Night in partnership with Port City Brewing. The evening opened with samples from Port City Brewing…
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7 Artist Quotes to Inspire Your 2019 Creative Resolutions

As we look forward to this next year, many of us are setting resolutions for where to take our art practice this year. Whether…
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Artist Opportunities #452

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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Puppy Portraits in the Gallery: Join us for Member’s Free Draw!

The Art League has solved that for you in our upcoming Member’s Free Draw, a free studio drawing event for our Art League members…
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7 Perfect Gifts to Pick up at The Art League Ceramics Sale

The most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us: The Art League Holiday Ceramics Sale!…
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Artist Opportunities #451

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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Mary Beth Gaiarin’s Best in Show winning Painting is a Piece of Cake!

Mary Beth Gaiarin’s impressionistic take on our favorite layer cake in Cake on a Plate is a delightful way to enjoy dessert completely guilt free….
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Highlights from the Gallery: November Honorable Mentions

Lee Newman, the juror for our November Open, awarded a variety of Honorable Mentions from among our talented Art League Artists who applied to…
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Literally Dyeing: Taking a Closer look at Shibori Tie-Dye with Candace Edgerley

Candace Edgerley, a long time instructor at The Art League is teaching a series of winter classes perfect for those looking to get started…
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Behind the Tap: What you missed at Art on Tap 2018

The fourth annual Art on Tap has come and gone, and with it a sold-out crowd of people who love art, beer, and food! Six breweries,…
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Get Started Early on Artfelt Holiday Gifts for the Art Lover in your Life!

Need a gift for the art-lover in your life? The Art League is here to help—it’s never too early to start!…
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Winter Registration is Open—Get started on your New Year’s Resolution!

As of this week, you can register for a brand-new year of workshops and the Winter term classes. Find all Winter Classes and Workshops…
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Artist Opportunities #447

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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Meet our Muses: Art on Tap Artwork Behind the Scenes

Art on Tap isn’t just about the delicious beer+bite combinations…it’s also about the art! Below, “meet” the muses behind the food and beer pairings…
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Artist Opportunities #446

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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What’s in a Self-Portrait?

Does a self portrait have to be a visage of the artist? What makes a compelling self portrait in the selfie era?”The Self in…
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7 of our Favorite Mini-Maker Artful Halloween Costumes

To celebrate our inaugural Mini-Makers gallery program (a free guided art project for children 5 and younger on October 31st) The Art League has…
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Julia Dzikiewicz: Protests Past and Present

“Pink Hat Protest Paintings” will be on view at The Art League Gallery from October 10—November 4, 2018. If you’d like to learn more…
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Artist Opportunities #444

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser 2018: That’s a LOT of Ice Cream Bowls!

Over 1,500 ice cream bowls sold at the 9th annual Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser put on by the Ceramic Department at The Art League…
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Artist Opportunities #441

On Tuesdays, we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck!…
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5 Reasons Everyone Should Come to the Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser this Weekend

Stop by the King Street Arts Festival this weekend for delicious ice cream AND a handmade bowl from our ceramics department all for $15!…
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