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Art Escape Weekend May 22, 23, 24, 2015 Check gallery websites for hours and additional event information
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illiamsburg and Yorktown Area art galleries, artists, artisans, writers, events and art museums welcome you to a special weekend in celebration of the Virginia Arts Festival and Festival Williamsburg. Get your Art Escape Weekend brochure in the Virginia Gazette newspaper and follow the trail to exciting demonstrations, libations and conversations with area artists and gallery owners. Whether your taste is traditional, folk, contemporary or cutting edge, you will find paintings, pottery, wood, jewelry, metal, glass and mixed media throughout the region. Meet the artists, sign up for a class, or commission a piece of art for your home or garden. View the latest art installations at Colonial Williamsburg. Some gallery events benefit local charities and non-profits. You will also learn about upcoming events including the Williamsburg Book Festival, PechaKucha storytelling night, and An Occasion for the Arts. Participating galleries include: A Touch of Earth, Auntie M’s American Cottage, Colonial Folk Art, House Ink, The Linda Matney Gallery, New Town Art Gallery, On the Hill Gallery, Prince George Art and Frame, The Gallery at York Hall, the gallery at the Williamsburg Community Foundation, the Williamsburg Pottery and the art museums at Colonial Williamsburg. The Williamsburg and Yorktown area is home to more than 30 art galleries. Art Escape Weekend is wonderful way to take advantage of this rich regional resource. Details for Art Escape Weekend and other Spring Arts programming can be seen at www.WilliamsburgSpringArts.com . This fall, enjoy more than 150 arts events that take place from Labor Day Weekend through Columbus Day weekend during the fifth annual Williamsburg Fall Arts. See www.WilliamsburgFallArts.com for details for the fall season. Enjoy Williamsburg Spring Arts from St. Patrick’s Day through Memorial Day. Williamsburg Fall Arts begins Labor Day Weekend and ends Columbus Day weekend.
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gallerieS and artiStS COLONIAL FOLK ART | 757 941-8926
AUNTIE M’S AMERICAN COTTAGE | 757.369.8150
110 Bacon Avenue | Williamsburg VA 23188 Friday 10AM–8PM | Saturday 10AM–5PM | Sunday 1–4PM
330 Water Street | Yorktown VA 23690 | Open daily 10AM–6PM Put on your creative goggles and step out of the box into Auntie M’s American Cottage. From upcycled and repurposed to one-of-a-kind fine art and primitive folk art, Auntie M’s American Cottage doesn’t follow the rules. The only items in the box are those you carry out. Auntie M’s American Cottage has created a premier gathering of unique artwork infused with love and the creative spirit. The mix includes self-taught owner Marilyn West’s artwork, highly trained artists and a wide collection of art and craftsmanship that is unique and fun -- the common thread is that’s it’s all made by hands in America. From close to the tree or at the end of the branch, you can be inspired at Auntie M’s American Cottage. During Art Escape Weekend clients will be able to take... painting and Felting claSSeS Fun Art – painting Folk Art Self-portrait Friday, May 22, 6PM to 9ISH Sunday May 24, 1PM to 4ISH Wet-felted tulip or Stargazer lily Saturday May 23
Colonial Folk Art is more than just a folk and outsider art gallery. The gallery is also a place for artists to gather, work and share ideas. Open to artists of any skill level, the studio is a place where artists can work in a professional, congenial environment, whether they are professional artists or hobbyist. Classes and mentoring, help any aspiring artist learn to use equipment safely and have fun doing what they enjoy … or just come for a few fun hours of creative art class. The gallery offer classes in ceramics and mixed media and has two potter’s wheels and two kilns. Colonial Folk Art features one of the largest collections of contemporary and vintage folk and outsider art on display and for sale in the Tidewater. And in the tradition of folk art, many of the pieces are functional including ceramic brie plates, carved wooden spoons, etc.
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THE GALLERY AT YORK HALL | 757.890.4490
Says gallery owner, Davie Burgdorf, “Compared to most other forms of art, folk and outsider art is affordable to collect and enjoy - and it all comes with stories! Most of our contemporary pieces are by local artists in many different styles and media. Some pieces are decorative and imaginative while others have a practical focus. Our vintage pieces are by folk art legends including the Rev. Howard Finster, Rev. R.A Miller, Mose Tolliver, Dr. Bob and Bennie Carter. Additionally, we also have a large collection of antiquated books – some more than 300 years old – and historic plates and engravings (e.g. first edition Audubon engravings) and historic maps from the 1700s and 1800s – an eclectic blend just like our personal collection. In addition, we also restore antiquated books and bind items such as playbills, dissertations, theses, etc.” On Saturday, May 23, Colonial Folk Art Studio & Gallery is proud to host the inaugural “Art in the ’Burg,” the Williamsburg Arts District Association’s newest venture to encourage the growth of art in the Arts District. Art in the ’Burg features local artists from the Historic Triangle and will be held every other Saturday beginning on May 23! As people visit Art in the ’Burg, Colonial Folk Art invites families to come into the studio and paint ceramic ornaments made in our studio. This is free (one ornament per person) and will be a fun souvenir to commemorate the weekend. On Sunday, May 24, Colonial Folk Art will have a potter’s wheel demonstration. This is a wonderful opportunity to see how this ancient art is done. It’s easy to learn the basics but very difficult to master!
301 Main Street | Yorktown VA in historic Yorktown
The Gallery at York Hall is a partnership between York County Tourism and the Celebrate Yorktown Committee, and it opened for its 13th season on, April 1. The Gallery is managed by volunteer Sharon Owen and her staff of volunteers. Located in York Hall, the Gallery serves as a welcome center for visitors and a gathering place for residents. It features a variety of themed exhibits that change every six to eight weeks. The exhibits feature the works of more than 30 local artists, increasing the awareness of high quality art in the community and showcasing historic Yorktown as an arts destination. The Gallery’s 30-plus volunteers also serve the community by maintaining a visitor information area, offering brochures, maps, discounts, and friendly service and hospitality to over 17,000 guests annually. Exhibits at the gallery include quilts, mixed media, and pottery,
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featuring local botanical artist Linda Miller and pottery artist Brenda Mahoney. From April 30 through May 3, the Gallery will host an artist reception and print signing by Linda Miller. Brenda Mahoney will be at the gallery on May 4 for a pottery demonstration. The spring/summer exhibits at the gallery are as follows: April – MAy April 1–19 | Senior Center of York “Quilts” Exhibit April 25 | Hazel Camp, Watercolor Exhibit (10AM–2PM) May 2–3 | Linda Miller, demos & print signing 10AM–4PM) May 16 | Art Wolf Watercolor demos & Wood Carving (11AM–3:30PM) June “Pewter Jewelry” Exhibit featuring Mark Sheilds “ Silver Creations” Handmade 18th c. style June 6-7 | Linda Miller, demos & print signing (10AM–4PM) July “WoodCarving” Exhibit, featuring Doug Zaller, Wood Carver AuGuSt “Mixed Media Wild Life” Exhibit featuring Jim Wilson, wild life artist & naturalist SepteMber (Arts Month) “Mixed Media Wild Life” Exhibit featuring Jim Wilson, wild life artist & naturalist Sept. 27 | Art Stroll, featuring Brenda Mahoney Pottery (10AM - 4PM) oCtober “Yorktown Art” Exhibit October 19 | Linda Miller, demos & print signing (10AM–4PM)
HOUSES, INK | 757.291.7705 HousesInkVa@gmail.com Artist Dana Mahnke of Williamsburg has been providing custom home illustrations for over 25 years. Her work appears in homes across the country as well as England and Australia. Mahnke works from photos. Notecards are also available for purchase from the illustration.
LINDA C. MILLER | botanicalarttoday@yahoo.com www.lindacmillerbotanicalarttoday.com I was introduced to botanical art in 2008 after viewing original works by Maria Sibylla Merian, Alexander Marshall and Mark Catesby, on exhibit at Holyrood Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland. Upon returning home “A Passion for Plants” by Shirley Sherwood was featured in our new arrival section. Viewing the contemporary compositions and bold color spoke to me and started the journey. My early studies were of a single subject, a flower, a seed pod or a small branch. A view of nature I so enjoy to this day. Each year I grew, adding more leaves, adding more dimension, and even telling a plant’s life story. I have even painted a work over four feet tall. After painting over 100 portraits, large and small, I am honored to be “called” to paint from nature.
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LINDA MATNEY FINE ART GALLERY | 757.675.6627
NEW TOWN ART GALLERY | 757.229.5140
5435 Richmond Road | Williamsburg VA 23188 lindamatneygallery.com
5140 Main Street | Williamsburg VA 23188 Tuesday – Saturday 11AM – 5PM | Sunday NOON – 5PM
Linda Matney Fine Art is partnering with the Heritage Humane Society on Saturday, May 23, for Art Escape Weekend. Visitors to the gallery will have the opportunity to learn more about the work of the Heritage Humane Linda Mitchell | “I’ll Be Your Best Friend” Society. The gallery will be featuring the work of Linda Mitchell, and a portion of the sales of Mitchell’s work will benefit HHS. Mitchell’s works depict animals and “storybook” characters including a 10 foot tall Closet Monster. In this exhibition, which is titled, “Lucid Dreamer,” Mitchell gives rein to the subconscious and lets the stories unfold, much like a dreamer with partial awareness, she orchestrates her intuitive images to create compelling visual narriatives. The inner world bubbles up and gives rise to unexpected characters, elements and situations. Her high textured pieces are made with painted and photographic images, fabric, wood, glass and found objects. Also featured at the gallery during Art Escape Weekend and through May is an exhibition by local artist and teacher, Helen Lowery. The works feature her son and daughter and focus on childhood and motherhood. “I aspire to engage others through the subject of children, through the pattern of brushwork, and through the selection of color. I communicate movement, growth, change, transition, vibrancy, youth and newness, and I depict experiences and scenarios that anyone can identify with and reflect upon.
The New Town Art Gallery opened its doors to the public on June 29, 2010 with a gala opening attended by over 500 art lovers and friends. Occupying a beautiful, spacious premises with a delightful ambiance the gallery offers an ever-changing collection of fine art from locally- and regionally-renowned artists. The Gallery is a partnership of prominent local artists along with a number of rotating guest artists who exhibit by invitation. New Town Art Gallery has flourished by hosting a variety of cultural events with other arts-related organizations in our community to develop the performing and visual arts. At their receptions they also partner with community non-profit organizations to help raise funding and public awareness for a number of important charitable causes. “We are grateful to our art-loving clientele and supporters who have continued to grow in numbers over the past several years and we look forward to bringing you even more exciting art and cultural events in the future.” For Art Escape Weekend the gallery will offer a 20% discount on their gallery book, which sells for $25. The book contains color pages of each resident artist’s work as well as biographical information about them. The book also chronicles events that have become a hallmark of this group of artists who support their community with regular events.
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Andre-Michel Schub | piano May 21 | 10:30am-12:30pm “Pianistically flawless,” said The New York Times of Andre-Michel Schub, who has repeatedly performed with the world’s most prestigious orchestras. Hear Schub in this intimate setting with the Virginia Arts Festival Chamber Players. Cost $20. 757.282.2800 Williamsburg Winery | 5800 Wessex Hundred | Williamsburg
May 20, 2015 | 8pm The nine-member men’s vocal ensemble Cantus is known worldwide for its trademark warmth and blend and its engaging performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century. The Washington Post has hailed the Cantus sound for its “excessive power” and “spontaneous grace.” Choose from performances in historic churches in Portsmouth and Williamsburg, with acoustics beyond compare, to hear this ensemble’s soaring harmonies in the ideal setting! Cost $30. 757.282.2822 Bruton Parish Episcopal Church 331 W Duke of Gloucester Street | Williamsburg
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Coffee Concert V | Quicksilver Ensemble May 22 | 10:30am Quicksliver Ensemble brings together America’s leading historically-informed performers to explore the rich chamber music repertoire of the early modern period. Described as “drop dead gorgeous with a wonderful interplay of timbres,” (Early Music America) and praised for “impeccable, soulful playing” (The New York Times), Quicksilver is sure to entice in this historically appropriate setting in Williamsburg. Cost $20. 757.282.2822 Williamsburg Winery | 5800 Wessex Hundred | Williamsburg
Eileen Ivers May 22 | 8pm Tisn’t often a red-headed Irish female fiddler woman is called “the Jimi Hendrix of the violin” (The New York Times) – but that title and more have been bestowed upon this devilishly deft artist. She’s a sought-after collaborator with performers ranging from the London Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops to Sting and Patti Smith. Tens of thousands have witnessed her genius first hand at concerts around the world, and millions more have heard her fiery fiddle lift the soundtracks of movies like Gangs of New York and the animated Quest for Camelot. Prepare to be astonished by this world famous fiddler. $35-$60. 757.282.2822 Virginia Room | Williamsburg Lodge 310 S. England Street | Williamsburg
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The Handel & Haydn Society May 23 | 8pm Step back in time….and hear music of the 17th and 18th centuries, performed on period instruments, in the historic setting of Williamsburg! The oldest continually performing musical institution in the United States, The Handel and Haydn Society, was founded in 1815, and offers music lovers the rare opportunity to hear the music of Bach, Vivaldi and other composers as it was performed centuries ago. Cost $35-$50. 757.282.2822 Virginia Room | Williamsburg Lodge 310 S. England Street | Williamsburg
May 24 | 7pm In the world of superstar conductors, there is none so engaging as Nicholas McGegan. As he embarks on his fourth decade on the podium, McGegan, hailed as “one of the finest baroque conductors of his generation” (London Independent), is also recognized for his revelatory explorations of music of all periods. His approach to period style—intelligent, infused with joy and never dogmatic—has led to appearances with major orchestras including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics, the Chicago and St. Louis Symphonies, and the Cleveland and the Philadelphia Orchestras. Cost $35-$50. 757.282.2822 Virginia Room | Williamsburg Lodge 310 S. England Street | Williamsburg
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art experience, and I’m confident this panel of jurors will elevate the level of offerings to exceed those expectations.” Merchants Square | Williamsburg VA | October 3–4, 2015 The jurors are Chuck Dubois, Williamsburg, VA; Marti Mocahbee and Phillip Nolley, Staunton, VA; Barbara Umbel, Indian Harbor Beach, An Occasion for the Arts, a free FLA and Faye Vander Veer, Virginia Beach, VA event, is Williamsburg’s premier art In addition, patrons will have an opportunity to win artwork by having and music festival, with 140 juried an AOFTA passport stamped at various locations throughout the show. artists from across the country displaying and selling fine paintings, As an amenity to those attending the event, An Occasion for the Arts is also planning to provide shuttle transportation to the show from an ceramics, crafted wood, jewelry, off-site parking location. sculpture and more.Two stages Also new this year is a partnership with Williamsburg Book Festival provide continuous entertainment which will be held at Bruton Parish Hall on Saturday of the event. during the Saturday and Sunday Fine writers will be available to discuss and sign their work. celebration. Other news about the 2015 event will follow during the summer and Children are welcomed to early fall. participate with a youth art exhibit in the Community Center, youth performances and a variety of interactive activities in collaboration BOB OLLER | 757.253.2720 with This Century Art Gallery. Specially selected food, wine and craft beer are available for patrons 203 Green Springs Road | Williamsburg VA 23185 to enjoy al fresco in the food court. Saturday 11AM – 5PM An Occasion for the Arts has been held in downtown Williamsburg Williamsburg based artist, Bob Oller creates in a the first weekend in October since 1969. It’s always exciting. Always variety of media, water colors, acrylics, graphite fun. Always splendid. & vector painting. He has a passion for all subject The 2015 show will feature a number of innovations, including the matter portraits, landscape, floral, cityscape to first five-person jury to select artists. “Each year An Occasion for crafting whimsical 3d work. His creative mind the Arts features a diverse selection of outstanding art from around and prolific energy has filled his studio, local galleries and collector’s walls the country and draws an ever-growing patron base from the midwith art focused on Williamsburg, Paris, the Caribbean and beyond… Atlantic region,” said Leo Charette, AOFTA artistic director and jury boboller.com The Studio & Gallery will be open for visitors on Saturday coordinator. “As the event continues to grow and develop, we knew May 23, 11AM–5 PM. Bob will be painting as usual and the gallery is 2015 was the year to evolve the jury process to continue meeting both artists’ and supporters’ desires to have a dynamic, rewarding open for viewing & sales. We look forward to seeing you.
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ON THE HILL GALLERY | 757.369.1108
PECHAKUCHA STORYTELLING NIGHTS
York County Arts Foundation | 402 Main Street | Yorktown, VA Tuesday – Saturday 11AM – 5:30PM | Sunday NOON – 5PM
Wiliamsburg Library | North Boundary Street May 23 | 7PM
The Yorktown Arts Foundation was created in 1976 to promote an appreciation of the arts in the York County area, by providing a venue for art sales by local artists, art education, art outreach, and generally promotes art appreciation and participation in
Guernsey Tingle Architects is a proud sponsor of PechaKucha Nights in Williamsburg. What is a PechaKucha Night you ask? Imagine a party where all the most interesting people get together and have a fast and fun round of show-and-tell. You never know what you’re going to see, except that it will be interesting, unusual, creative, and inspiring. The concept for PechaKucha Nights was started in Tokyo (hence the odd name, which roughly translates to “chit chat”) by Klein Dytham Architects. It was the visual arts. originally just a Throughout its history, the Foundation has remained committed to its social event where original objectives to promote and support the arts through programs young designers and other endeavors for the benefit of the citizens of York County and could have an the surrounding area. opportunity to show By operating a gallery, the Foundation provides an opportunity for their work. In order local and regional artists to display their works. Further, through the to keep the pace conduct of featured shows, many of which are juried, our artists are up, presentations were limited to 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each. It was an instant success and early attendees took the concept provided an opportunity to showcase their work for the public, and to increase their knowledge of art through the association with other back home with them. The result is a social phenomenon that in 12 years has spread to over 800 cities worldwide. After attending an artists and jurors. event in Norfolk, architect Dale Weiss of Guernsey Tingle was hooked The Gallery is located in Historic Yorktown which is a part of the Colonial National Park. Art from local artists fill the newly renovated and signed up to be the local organizer for Williamsburg. The event for Art Escape weekend will be our 12th volume. It’s free to attend 1880’s building. The Gallery houses a wide range of art and craft and will be in the intimate Williamsburg Library Theater, May 23rd. mediums including jewelry, pottery, stained glass, photography, Presentations start at 7pm, but come early for snacks and chit chat. painted furniture, sculpture, cards, and watercolor, oil, and acrylic Oh, and if you’re the online curious type, there’s a massive web site artwork. The artwork is as diverse as the artists who work as devoted to all the cities and presenters at www.pechakucha.org . volunteers every day making sure the gallery runs smoothly.
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PRINCE GEORGE ART AND FRAME | 757.229.7644
107 Colony Square Shopping Center | 1303 Jamestown Road Monday – Friday 10AM – 5:30PM | Saturday 10AM – 5PM
QUIRKS OF ART | 757.645.4366
The Shops at High Street | 1430 High Street, No. 709 Monday – Saturday 10AM – 8PM | Sunday NOON – 6PM
Prince George Art and Frame is both a fine art gallery and a fine custom picture framer. The gallery shows a carefully selected offering of local, original art that features changing shows by guest artists. The gallery is home to many of Williamsburg’s finest artists who represent a variety of mediums and styles from traditional watercolors, contemporary scenes and abstracts in oil, acrylics and water media. The gallery also features fine American hand crafts by some of the best artisans working today. “We are simply the best source for local original art in Williamsburg. We have been honored to win “Best Art Gallery” two years running in a local survey.”
Jennifer Raines will feature a Tara Hutch Fine Jewelry Trunk Show for Art Escape Weekend. “Tara Hutchinson’s jewelry is very different from the mainstream. She never intended to be an artist. She was born to be a soldier and a leader of soldiers, but fate had other plans for her. Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Tara grew up tagging along with her older brother’s every adventure, and when she grew up, became a military police officer. A catastrophic injury instantly redefined the blueprint of Tara’s life. An occupational therapist opened the door to jewelry arts that have found expression through solder assemblage, gemstone setting, kuem boo, roller printing and gold and silver application. For heirloom purposes, Tara uses only sterling, 14K and 18K gold and precious metals, and she cuts her own gemstones. Tara’s creations are urban-edgy jewelry with a feminine twist.” Looking ahead to Williamsburg Fall Arts, Quirks of Art is planning a joint show with clay artist Laurie Pollpeter Eskenazi from Illinois Prince George Art and Frame’s framing department is Williamsburg’s and David Gildersle from Savannah, Georgia. “David is the artist who designed the 2015 Winter Blues Jazz Festival sign and logo, and favorite place to shop for picture framing, and their frames enhance we will unveil his 2016 poster at this show and feature some of his the art in many local homes, museums, offices, restaurants and health-care facilities. With more than 3,000 different frame samples, award-winning original paintings. clients can truly find the right frame for any art project from old This summer Quirks of Art will launch the David March custom master drawing to contemporary abstract painting. The shop has also furniture line. Every week there is something new and exciting to see at Quirks of Art. been honored to win “Best Picture Framer” in an annual survey.
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301 Main Street Yorktown, VA 23690
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Celebrating Art Escape Weekend with demonstrations by our Painters, Craftspeople, and Printers.
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Join us to Celebrate May 23, 1:00pm -4:00pm 1303 Jamestown Road 107 Colony Square Williamsburg, VA 23185 757-229-7644 williamsburgart.com
Large selection of fine art in all media by local artists including glass, jewelry, watercolors, pottery, photography, quilts and more!
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A TOUCH OF EARTH | 757.565.0425
WILLIAMSBURG BOOK FESTIVAL
The Gallery Shops | 6580 Richmond Road | Williamsburg A Touch of Earth is an award winning gallery celebrating 38 years, offering a collection of the finest in American made crafts and art by regional as well as nationally prominent contemporary working studio artisans. Exhibiting original work in stoneware, porcelain, wearable art jewelry, glass,fiber, wood, paint, and mixed media.
New Town | Williamsburg | Merchants Square The Williamsburg Book Festival expands in 2015 to offer opportunities for readers to meet and interact with regional authors and for aspiring and seasoned writers to further their craft through classes, workshops and presentations.
Original owners, potters and artists, Lianne Lurie and Paul Pittman continue to uphold the highest quality of craftsmanship among the galleries collection. Customer service is another award winning attribute of the shop, as we offer packaging and shipping. Gift wrap is a speciality of ours. For Art Escape Weekend visitors will enjoy speaking with visiting artist Bob Oller who will be demonstrating works in clay and painting. Oller recently returned from an arts mission trip to Cuba where he teaches art to children and adults. Also, on hand will be contemporary botanical artist, Linda C. Miller. Her new pineapple painting will be featured during her print signing.
In April, the Festival introduced its first Book Stroll in New Town where authors were on hand to talk to readers. Workshops and classes were held in partnership with This Century Art Gallery. During Art Escape Weekend, join PechaKucha Williamsburg on Saturday 7-9 pm at the library. Author, publisher and book festival founder Greg Lilly will present “The Art & Culture of the Book Cover” in 20 images at 20 seconds each. Fast and furious, discover what makes a book cover grab the reader. Fall brings the 2015 Williamsburg Book Festival on Saturday, October 3, kick-off day for An Occasion for the Arts. Join over 30 regionally and nationally-known authors in the area’s largest book fair. The festival will be held at Bruton Parish’s Lewis Hall at 331 W. Duke of Gloucester St. (next door to the William & Mary Bookstore). Come to D.o.G. Street on October 3 to spend the day in books, arts, music and food.
We are opening a new show featuring the work of local artist Sharon Judkins. Art Escape Weekend May 22-24 Come visit our “Artists’ Market” to see local artists demonstrating their work.
On the Hill Gallery 402 Main Street Historic Yorktown
757-369-1108
Hours Tue-Sat 11-5 Sun 12-4 www.onthehillgallery.com
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THE WILLIAMSBURG POTTERY | 757.564.3326 6692 Richmond Road | Williamsburg Monday – Saturday 9AM – 8PM | Sunday 10AM – 6PM
Since 1938 the Williamsburg Pottery has been one of Virginia’s top tourist attractions. Each year, thousands of bargain hunting customers come from all over the world to shop. With over 75 years of retail experience, the Pottery strives to offer customers the highest quality goods at terrific Pottery prices. We have a wonderful and vast selection of items, including our exclusive salt glaze pottery, our handmade custom silk floral arrangements, and award-winning custom framing, that can only be found here. There is truly something for everyone, so come and see, plan to spend the day, and enjoy this unique shopping experience. We hope you love your stay in Williamsburg and take a day for shopping at the Williamsburg Pottery!
WENDY SCHULTZ WUBBELS
wendyschultzwubbels.com | 104 Forest Lane | Williamsburg Friday & Saturday 10AM – 4PM Wendy Schultz Wubbels began cutting paper with surgical scissors over 40 years ago in Lancaster, PA. Her early work was typical of 1700’s PA German scissors cuttings called Scherenschnitte. She has also worked in the 1800’s style of paper profiles known as Silhouettes and is currently exploring 20th century modern images in her work. Wendy’s cuttings have been featured in Early American Life and Country Living magazines and have been sold at museum shops throughout the country.
Now on exhibit “Lucid Dreamer” featuring mixed media works of Linda Mitchell
Also showing “Living” from Helen Lowery (Bruton High School) May 23 from 2-5:30pm
Visit us for a Special Presentation by the Heritage Humane Society A portion of the show’s proceeds will be donated through July
5435 Richmond Road • 757-675-6627 www.lindamatneygallery.com
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13 | COLONIAL FOLK ART
12 | WILLIAMSBURG POTTERY
11 | PRINCE GEORGE ART & FRAME
10 | GALLERY AT YORK HALL
9 | ON THE HILL GALLERY
8 | LINDA MATNEY FINE ART GALLERY
7 | A TOUCH OF EARTH
6 | NEW TOWN ART GALLERY
5 | AN OCCASION FOR THE ARTS
4 | PECHAKUCHA
3 | WILLIAMSBURG BOOK FESTIVAL
2 | QUIRKS OF ART
1 | AUNTIE M’S AMERICAN COTTAGE
MAP OF GALLERIES & ARTISTS
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