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Events at The Art League

Many events, special exhibits, and collaborations take place throughout the year at The Art League, including our popular annual Patrons’ Show, Biennial Ikebana Show, Holiday Ceramics Sale, Art on Tap, and Art on the Rocks.

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A quiet moment at the Art on the Rocks event
A quiet moment at the Art on the Rocks event
Fashion on display at Artfête Open House & Holiday Party
Fashion on display at Artfête Open House & Holiday Party
Washington Toho Koto Players at the Ikebana Show
Washington Toho Koto Players at the Ikebana Show
A patron with his purchase from the Patrons' Show
A patron with his purchase from the Patrons' Show

Mini Makers: Free Guided Art Lesson for Little Artists (Age 5 and Under)

Thursday, July 29th

11:00 am at The Art League Gallery 

RSVP here!

Join The Art League Gallery Staff for an exciting art activity for children, 5 years and under, with an adult care taker. 

Masks Required.

Spaces are limited, please RSVP! 

 

 

October Opening Reception 

Thursday, October 14th
4:30 – 6 PM in the gallery

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Join us Thursday, October 14th from 4:30 to 6 PM for a celebration of the Art League Artists who had work selected for the October Open Exhibit, and of Tania Karpowitz’s solo show ” ” and Dongpei He’s solo show ” “. This reception will be held in person in the gallery – masks are mandatory for this event. 

Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser

Saturday, September 18th and Sunday, September 19th
10 – 5 at the Alexandria Old Town Art Festival, John Carlyle Square

Learn more here!

$15 buys you a bowl and a sealed package ice cream treat! Patrons can purchase one of hundreds of hand-made bowls created by the talented artists of The Art League’s ceramics department and enjoy an ice cream treat, all for only $15 per bowl, with the proceeds benefiting The Art League.

Heroes and Villains Panel

Thursday, September 30th
4:30 – 6 PM in the gallery

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Join the gallery staff, artist Chris Bonnell, and author from Fantom Comics Leah Ly for a discussion on how our theme of the month relates to a larger body of art — comics! Pizza will be provided by Bugsy’s.

Masks mandatory while not eating or drinking.

Solo Artist Series: Interview with Bryan Sieling

Thursday, August 19th

6:00 PM via Zoom 

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Join writer Julia Chance and mixed media artist Bryan Sieling for a discussion on his work and process. 

Bryan’s exhibit “re | context” will be on view at the gallery from July 8th to August 8th.

September Book Club

Thursday, September 30th

1:00 PM via Zoom

RSVP here!
High RI Bottles by Nickolaus Fruin
From Deborah Czeresko's Buffet Series

This month’s topic is glass in any size, shape, or form: stained, cast, blown, fused, neon, glass sculpture, architectural glass, mixed media, etc. Be it fine art, craft, or design, old or new. Head to the RSVP page for more inspiration!

For those of you who are new to the group, ours is a discussion group, there’s no formal presentation. You are welcome to listen and participate in the conversation as you would like to.

Art on the Rocks

Friday, September 10th

5-8 pm, Waterfront Park

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Art on the Rocks is an annual event in which ticket holders get to sample delicious cocktail and appetizer pairings created by local mixologist and chef partners. The pairings will be inspired by works of art created by members of The Art League Gallery. A panel of experts will crown the winners of the most creative cocktail, appetizer, and artwork pairing, and announce the crowd favorite.

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Something wonderful for everyone. Fabulous gallery -a new exhibition every month. Small works and unframed art priced to fit any budget and classes to feed your creative side. Has it all!

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Become an exhibiting artist

Exhibiting Artist Membership at The Art League gallery is open to all artists who wish to participage in Art League exhibits.

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A gift card can be used for any purchase at The Art League Gallery, School, or Store, including: classes & workshops, original art, artist membership, travel workshops, and art supplies.

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