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Art Galleries in February

“Gary the Goose ” Brush Strokes Gallery

Opening ,Feb 4 , 5-9 9p, 824 Caroline St. Thursday- Sun 11am - 5 pm. Featuring artwork that celebrates Gary the Goose, the Burg's beloved unofficial mascot (see pg 5). For this unique show, Brush Strokes extended an invitation to the community to show their Gary-themed creations along with those of several of the gallery's artists. The response was enthusiastic and the range of artistic mediums was surprisingranging from photos and paintings that capture Gary's confident personality to depictions in fiber art, stained glass, and even a painting on a rhea egg! . Drop by and experience the funfilled spirit of this delightful community collaboration! Our members are pleased to invite all to their First Friday opening reception where guests will have an opportunity to meet and chat with our artists as well as other community creators. Friends of the Rappahannock will also be there to provide information about their organization ~Collette Caprara FCCA, 813 Sophia ST “Celebrating Black Artists

Th-F Fri, 12-4 4p; Sat 11-4 4, Sun, 1-4 4p ~Valerie Lecea “Where Locals Go ” Patty O'Brien, solo show Thru March 2022 Mary Washington Hospital Gallery Wing “Red Alert” All Member Show Opening Reception First Friday, February 4--6 6-9 9pm Artful Dimensions, 923 Caroline One definition of "Red Alert" is a state of readiness to deal with emergency situations. At Artful Dimensions, we are ready … ready to serve all your gift-giving needs! Our artists have used the color that is most often associated with February and created a diverse array of works that are perfect gifts for everyone. ~ Sally Cooney Anderson .Canal Quarter Arts 3rd Friday, 1, “Art for All” Gallery represents and exhibits contemporary artists working in all styles and mediums, offering an open space where all creative voices may be heard. ~Jeannie Ellis “Galmour & Pearls " 30th Anniversary Celebration Opening Reception,

First Friday ,February 4, 6-9 9p Art First, 824 Caroline ST Thursday-S Sunday, 11a-5 5p From photographs, to acrylic paintings, to mixed media, to pulp paintings, our "30th Anniversary Glamour and Pearls" show will have it all! Special celebration on First Friday featuring music and refreshments. The gallery is also featuring the work of one of Art First's original members this month-Linda Warshaw. Linda has been a member of Art First since it opened in 1992 and is a wonderful artist and a real gift to our gallery. Take this opportunity to enjoy the abundance of great art created by local FVBG-area artists for the 30th Anniversary of Art First. .. ~Jennifer Galvin

The Artists ' Alliance “WInter Wonderland” 100 Taylor St, Suite 101 Colonial Beach website artgallerycolonialbeach.com, Facebook :cbartistsalliance The theme of Winter. Members will be presenting wintry influenced art “Morning Has Broken ” , Beverly Toves @ BSG work in many disciplines. Gallery open Saturday - Sunday, 11-5. The show runs through February 6. AA members are also displaying their painting, photography, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, and wood furniture. Carl and Joyce Thor continue to sell their art in the adjoining galleries.

“Red Alert” @Artful Dimensions Pete Morelewicz,@ LibertyTown

“Cheers to Us ” , Judy Green @Art First

~ Rob Rudick

LibertyTown Arts Workshop 916 Liberty St Designer Label, & Mural for Red Dragon Brewery by Pete Morelewicz, see more of Pete's creation at his studio in LibertyTown Arts Workshop

~ D.D.Lecky