What is it? The term “glazing” when applied to paint refers to the play of colors and luminosity built up through applying thin, transparent layers of paint over an opaque layer of a different color. This is done with the use of a suitable type of paint (not all paint colors can be easily manipulated … More Technique Tuesday: Glazing

As promised last Tuesday, we are going to continue our discussion on color theory. Apart from how they interact with one another, colors have the capability to attract a viewer due to their emotional and psychological effects. From how they are paired together to where they are placed in the picture space, this artistic attribute is … More Technique Tuesday: Color Theory Pt. II

Color. One of the first aspects you notice about an artwork – the abundance and even lack of it. But, how much do you know about color? In this week’s “Technique Tuesday,” we will discuss color theory. Due to the complexities of the subject, we have decided to write two posts about color theory. In this post, … More Technique Tuesday: Color Theory

What is it? “Bokeh” is a Japanese word that refers to the way that a lens renders points of light that are out of focus. In Japanese, the word means “blur” or “haze.” You’ve probably seen a lot of images with bokeh in them, even if you weren’t familiar with the term! Any image that … More Technique Tuesday: Bokeh

Apologies! Due to a technical error, this post is up a couple days late, but please enjoy! What is it? The term “sgraffito” comes from the Italian word meaning “scratched.” It’s a technique that is usually applied to either wall decor, both interior and exterior, or to pottery. Essentially, the basic idea is that multiple … More Technique Tuesday on a Thursday: Sgraffito

What is it? Welcome back to Technique Tuesdays! After high demand, we decided to revive the blog series with new discussions on techniques, genres, and art history. With that said, we would love for our readers to participate in this series, as well. If you are yearning to learn more about a topic or have … More Technique Tuesday: Silverpoint

It is often over looked how this prominent region hosts the best of the best, so we want to make sure no one forgets it!  To celebrate the incredible talents and unique offerings of the Northern Virginian and Maryland areas, we are hosting a show that will represent local artists and provide local gourmet food. … More Local Art, Local Eats

With the new year quickly approaching, we are getting ready for our annual Kevin Fitzgerald Solo Exhibition in March! Having already received seven new paintings,  we are excited to see what Kevin has in store for the show. For over 20 years, Kevin has held a solo exhibition at our gallery every year, each one successfully … More New Works by Kevin Fitzgerald

To celebrate the 30 years of Senator Harry Reid’s service in office, Gavin Glakas had the honor of painting the Senator’s portrait! Well-known for painting portraiture, Gavin was asked to produce the portrait meant to hang in the U.S. Capitol near the Senate chamber. Vice President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, among … More Congrats to Gavin Glakas!

Following tradition, we held our annual Small Works exhibition this weekend alongside the Scottish Christmas Walk parade! We were happy to feature works from our usual artist roster, like Geoffrey Johnson and Robert Liberace, as well as display some pieces by visiting artists, such as those by Ski Holm. In addition to the opening of … More Small Works and Bethanne Kinsella Cople