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SUMMARY:Artist Reception\, "Nature's Palette"
DESCRIPTION:Nature’s Palette Michelle Evans\, Marilyn Miyamoto\, Stevie Shifflett Exhibit dates: April 9 – May 11\, 2025 (9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110) \n\n\n\nArtist Reception: April 12\, 6-8 pm RSVP: https://insidenovatix.com/events/natures-palette-opening-reception \n\n\n\nExhibit Summary The vibrant beauty of nature takes center stage as local artists Michelle Evans\, Marilyn Miyamoto\, and Stevie Shifflett gather to present their breathtaking creations at the art exhibit\, Nature’s Palette. Opening on April 9\, 2025\, at the ARTfactory\, this exhibit celebrates the rich diversity of the natural world through the eyes of talented local artists\, showcasing works inspired by landscapes\, travel\, and the ever-changing seasons. Curated to reflect the awe-inspiring sights and sounds of the outdoors\, Nature’s Palette celebrates the beauty of nature’s palette through the rich\, expressive medium of oil and watercolor paintings. The exhibit invites visitors to explore nature from different perspectives—whether through the serene stillness of a forest\, the dynamic energy of a river\, or peaceful shorelines. \n\nContact ARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org  
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artist-reception-natures-palette/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:Artists Demonstrations\, "VAriegated"
DESCRIPTION:“VAriegated”\nContemporary Landscape & Abstract Paintings\nCaroline Adams\, Nancy Ramsey\, Patricia Taylor Holz\nOn display: March 6-April 6\, 2025 \nArtists Demonstrations: April 6\, 3-5 pm\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, Free & open to the public.)\nWitness live demos from each exhibiting artist. \nExhibit Summary\nOxford dictionary defines the adjective “var·i·e·gat·ed” as “exhibiting different colors\, patches\, or streaks”. “VAriegated” is a dynamic group art exhibit where each Virginia artist explores these elements in their own unique way. The collection of works visually bridges Patricia Taylor Holz’s experimental\, textured mixed media pieces with the vibrantly colored abstract work of Nancy Ramsey\, and the soft moving atmospheric studies of Caroline Adams into a seamless\, complimentary display. \nPatricia Taylor Holz paints on paper\, metal\, wood and canvas with dye\, watercolor\, acrylics & oils. Her surfaces are then sculpted with gesso\, molding paste\, rice paper\, twine\, crackling paste\, cheesecloth\, sand\, sawdust\, and lava salt. \nNancy Ramsey‘s medium of choice has evolved from watercolor to mixed water media\, acrylics and oil and includes\, most recently\, layering drawing and painting on translucent substrates. \nCaroline Adams’s abstracted landscapes are created in oil and egg tempera on canvas and panel. \nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787\nGallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org \n 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artists-demonstrations-variegated/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:A Lazy Art Night Vol. 3
DESCRIPTION:Lazy Art Night\nFriday\, March 14\, 6:00-9:00 pm\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110)\n(Free & open to the public) \nThe Cozy Experience is back with Volume 3 of Lazy Art Night at the ARTfactory! Lazy Art Night creates space to make and create art in a low pressure environment. Connect with the people around and let them inspire new and creative ideas and see where they take you 🙂 \nThere will be some paper\, crayon\, textile and miscellaneous supplies available in case you forget to bring your own. \nAll mediums welcome!! (Please no spray paint!! This is an indoors venue that serves as a local artist gallery) \nThis event is presented by The Cozy Experience and ARTfactory. \n\n\nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787\nGallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org \n 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/lazy-art-night-volume-3/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception\, "VAriegated"
DESCRIPTION:“VAriegated”\nCaroline Adams\, Nancy Ramsey\, Patricia Taylor Holz\nOn display: March 6 – April 6\, 2025 \nArtist Reception: March 9\, 2-4 pm\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, Free & open to the public.)\nView the artwork and enjoy light refreshments. \n“VAriegated”\nOxford dictionary defines the adjective “var·i·e·gat·ed” as “exhibiting different colors\, patches\, or streaks”. “VAriegated” is a dynamic group art exhibit where each Virginia artist explores these elements in their own unique way. The collection of works visually bridges Patricia Taylor Holz’s experimental\, textured mixed media pieces with the vibrantly colored abstract work of Nancy Ramsey\, and the soft moving atmospheric studies of Caroline Adams into a seamless\, complimentary display. \nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787\nGallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org \n 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artist-reception-variegated/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:VAriegated Group Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit dates: March 6 – April 6\, 2025\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110) \nArtist Reception: March 9\, 2-4 pm\nRSVP: https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artist-reception-variegated/  \nArtists’ Demonstrations: April 6\, 3-5 pm\nRSVP: https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artists-demonstrations-variegated/ \nExhibit Summary\nOxford dictionary defines the adjective “var·i·e·gat·ed” as “exhibiting different colors\, patches\, or streaks”. “VAriegated” is a dynamic group art exhibit where each Virginia artist explores these elements in their own unique way. The collection of works visually bridges Patricia Taylor Holz’s experimental\, textured mixed media pieces with the vibrantly colored abstract work of Nancy Ramsey\, and the soft moving atmospheric studies of Caroline Adams into a seamless\, complimentary display. \nRead more here. \n\n\nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787\nGallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/variegated/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:ARTfactory to Feature DC Native William Kennedy in Solo Art Exhibit “Beyond the Surface”\nExhibit dates: January 31 – March 1\, 2025 \nArtist Reception: February 1\, 6-8 pm\n(Sponsored by the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.)\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, Free & open to the public.\nView the artwork of William Kennedy and enjoy light refreshments. \n“Beyond the Surface”\n“Beyond the Surface” presents recent works by contemporary figurative painter\, William Kennedy that aim to explore and express the emotional depth and complexity of black male figures. Kennedy challenges the often-one-dimensional perceptions of black men by portraying their vulnerabilities alongside their strengths in his artwork. His paintings reflect his own experiences as a 37-year-old black man\, and they seek to provoke thought\, inviting viewers to engage with the unseen emotions that lie beneath the surface. Each piece delves into the featured figures inner world\, capturing both the softness and resilience that define their existence. Kennedy works primarily with acrylic paint\, applying it to both canvas and wood panels\, where he finds the texture and depth of these materials allow for greater emotional resonance in his work. \nUltimately\, Kennedy’s art is an introspective journey\, not only for himself\, but for those who view it. Kennedy wants his audience to see that black men are more than the stereotypes and societal expectations placed upon them. They are multifaceted individuals with rich inner lives\, and through his art\, he seeks to tell their stories. \nAbout the Artist\nBorn in 1987 in SE Washington\, DC\, William’s creativity started at a young age by simply drawing any and everything around him. At the age of 10\, he moved to New Bedford\, MA\, where his focus shifted to sports\, while still drawing in his spare time. Although William took art classes throughout his school years\, art was never really thought of as more than a hobby. It was only later in life that Kennedy realized his natural talents would lead him to be the self-made artist he is today. As a self-taught artist\, he became a freelance designer and illustrator\, working as such for the past 10 years. A little over a year ago\, he shifted to Contemporary Painting and Portraiture\, which has become his primary focus. Using acrylic on canvas and charcoal on paper/canvas\, a lot of his work focuses on urban culture\, with each piece having its own meaning. His work has been exhibited in numerous exhibitions in galleries and museums\, including the Brick Lane Gallery in London\, the Liberal Arts Gallery in Michigan\, and the New Bedford Art Museum and Narrows Center for the Arts in Massachusetts. \nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787\nGallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org \n 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artist-reception-william-kennedy-beyond-the-surface/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Surface
DESCRIPTION:ARTfactory to Feature DC Native William Kennedy in Solo Art Exhibit “Beyond the Surface”\nExhibit dates: January 31 – March 1\, 2025 \nArtist Reception: February 1\, 6-8 pm (Sponsored by the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.)\n9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, Free & open to the public. View the artwork of William Kennedy and enjoy light refreshments. \n“Beyond the Surface”\n“Beyond the Surface” presents recent works by contemporary figurative painter\, William Kennedy that aim to explore and express the emotional depth and complexity of black male figures. Kennedy challenges the often-one-dimensional perceptions of black men by portraying their vulnerabilities alongside their strengths in his artwork. His paintings reflect his own experiences as a 37-year-old black man\, and they seek to provoke thought\, inviting viewers to engage with the unseen emotions that lie beneath the surface. Each piece delves into the featured figures inner world\, capturing both the softness and resilience that define their existence. Kennedy works primarily with acrylic paint\, applying it to both canvas and wood panels\, where he finds the texture and depth of these materials allow for greater emotional resonance in his work. Ultimately\, Kennedy’s art is an introspective journey\, not only for himself\, but for those who view it. Kennedy wants his audience to see that black men are more than the stereotypes and societal expectations placed upon them. They are multifaceted individuals with rich inner lives\, and through his art\, he seeks to tell their stories. \nAbout the Artist\nBorn in 1987 in SE Washington\, DC\, William’s creativity started at a young age by simply drawing any and everything around him. At the age of 10\, he moved to New Bedford\, MA\, where his focus shifted to sports\, while still drawing in his spare time. Although William took art classes throughout his school years\, art was never really thought of as more than a hobby. It was only later in life that Kennedy realized his natural talents would lead him to be the self-made artist he is today. As a self-taught artist\, he became a freelance designer and illustrator\, working as such for the past 10 years. A little over a year ago\, he shifted to Contemporary Painting and Portraiture\, which has become his primary focus. Using acrylic on canvas and charcoal on paper/canvas\, a lot of his work focuses on urban culture\, with each piece having its own meaning. His work has been exhibited in numerous exhibitions in galleries and museums\, including the Brick Lane Gallery in London\, the Liberal Arts Gallery in Michigan\, and the New Bedford Art Museum and Narrows Center for the Arts in Massachusetts. \nContact\nARTfactory\, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org 9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787 Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm)\, Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/william-kennedy-beyond-the-surface/
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