“Poetry is a country”

August 16, 2023

“Poetry is a country” will bring celebrated poets from across the nation together to premiere original poetry inspired by works in the National Gallery of Art’s collection. These free, annual […]

Experimental Mixed Media Workshop with Saira

July 28, 2023

Learn fundamental drawing and printmaking techniques in this 3 day mixed media workshop. This class will examine the work of influential painters and sculptors during the abstract expressionist movement in […]

North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival in Historic New Bern – May 14-21

May 15, 2023

The 3rd Annual North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival in historic New Bern begins Sunday, May 14, and continues through Sunday, May 21. The eight-day Festival showcases 35 nationally and globally […]

Art In The Garden


Join us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends […]

Art in the Garden


Join us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends […]

Arts in Foggy Bottom Opens 2023 Outdoor Sculpture Biennial – Sites for Centering and Reflection

April 24, 2023

In these tumultuous times of economic uncertainty, political upheaval, climate change, and group fracturing, how does one ground and center themselves? The award-winning Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial […]

Expressionist Paintings: Sponsored by The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation 

April 12, 2023

Expressionist Paintings  Sponsored by The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation April 6-June 6 11:00am – 9:00 pm Peacock Cafe The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation provides mentorship and educational opportunities for […]

DTR Modern: Georgetown Gallery at Forefront of Modern Art Market  


“It’s so fulfilling to see the joy a piece of artwork can spark,” explains Jennie Buehler, director of the Georgetown branch of the East Coast’s leading commercial art gallery, DTR […]

Behind the Canvas: The Defining Day with Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell and Tom Long

March 22, 2023

On the 79th anniversary of D-Day, join Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell and Professor Tom Long (George Washington University and Director of The Albert H Small Normandy Institute and former U.S. Navy […]

Art in the Garden: Witness Trees and Water Color Painting


Led by renowned Artist-in-Residence, Peter Waddell, participants will learn techniques for creating a unique tree study. Techniques include arranging a composition, line work, color theory and other elements of art.