art: Corcoran Gallery of Art
- 05/14/08 10:52 AM
On May 22, the Corcoran Gallery of Art will commemorate the return of its world-renowned American Collection, with "Celebrate America." This elegant event will provide a chance to explore our nation's art, food, and ideas, while enjoying a glamorous cocktail (Cosmopolitan, Gibson, or Hollywood Martini) and sampling scrumptious hors d'oeuvres. It's an evening not to be missed. Details: May 22, 2008, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Information: 202-639-1786 Price: $25 Advance reservations are recommended … (0 comments)
art: Passport D.C.
- 05/12/08 09:51 AM
Passport DC kicked off with the EU Open House (May 3) and Europe Week (May 3 - 10) where 26 embassies showcased European art, dance, music, food, culture, and film. The International Children's Festival was held on May 10 and provided an opportunity for participants of all ages to learn more about Washington, D.C.'s embassies and international culture via authentic dress, cuisine, music, and art and engaging hands-on displays. If you have missed these opportunities, World Week is being held this week and will include embassies from Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas presenting a variety of cultural programs … (0 comments)
art: The Torpedo Factory
- 03/31/08 09:59 AM
Skip the choicest art museums and galleries in the metro DC area and head to Old Town Alexandria in Virginia for The Torpedo Factory. Well known but sometimes overlooked, this art center houses the studios of more than 165 visual artists, six cooperative galleries and the Alexandria Archeology Museum. The Torpedo Factory space is inviting, modern and airy. Spend an afternoon strolling the artists' studios and find your interest - sculpture, watercolour, oil paint, photography, mixed media, modern abstractions, classic portraits and expansive landscapes. Meet the artists in their studios. They welcome observations and questions, even idle chit chat. You learn … (0 comments)
art: The Graphic Beauty of the Contemporary Rock Poster
- 03/28/08 08:05 AM
A show like no other is on in The Art Gallery, 2202 Art-Sociology Building, at the University of Maryland. The Art Gallery is thrilled to show off an unusual exhibition that showcases the cutting edge art of modern silk-screened rock posters. Sweet: The Graphic Beauty of the Contemporary Rock Poster is featuring twenty-eight-yes, twenty-eight!-of the best silk-screened contemporary rock posters until March 29, 2008. Time is running out, so don't miss it! In addition, artist Jesse LeDoux's Masters of Balance installation in the back gallery shows the versatility of the screen printing technique, and artist Tim Gough's unique signage applied directly … (2 comments)
On May 22, the Corcoran Gallery of Art will commemorate the return of its world-renowned American Collection, with "Celebrate America." This elegant event will provide a chance to explore our nation's art, food, and ideas, while enjoying a glamorous cocktail (Cosmopolitan, Gibson, or Hollywood Martini) and sampling scrumptious hors d'oeuvres. It's an evening not to be missed.;)
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