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Baskets by Kari Lonning and Paintings by Timothy McDowell.

Kari Lonning has been weaving colorful, artist-dyed rattan baskets since 1973. Her work is represented widely in collections across the United States, including the Smithsonian Institution and the Yale University Art Gallery. Her practice incorporates multiple weaving techniques, including some of her own invention, to achieve diverse textures and contrasting colors.

Timothy McDowell is a painter and professor of printmaking and drawing at Connecticut College in New London, Ct. His most recent work explores dreamscapes in oils and mixed media. Historically, Timothy has embraced working in various materials, including encaustic, distemper, cyanotype, and intaglio etchings. His work is included in the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection and is represented by the Marcia Wood Gallery in Atlanta, Ga.

Both highly respected masters in their fields, Kari Lonning and Timothy Mcdowell’s work speak to quality in craftsmanship and embracing the history and tradition of process in art-making.

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Baskets by Kari Lonning and Paintings by Timothy McDowell
On View August 10 – September 15, 2024

Kari Lonning has been weaving colorful, artist-dyed rattan baskets since 1973. Her work is represented widely in collections across the United States, including the Smithsonian Institution and the Yale University Art Gallery. Her practice incorporates multiple weaving techniques, including some of her own invention, to achieve diverse textures and contrasting colors.

Timothy McDowell is a painter and professor of printmaking and drawing at Connecticut College in New London, Ct. His most recent work explores dreamscapes in oils and mixed media. Historically, Timothy has embraced working in various materials, including encaustic, distemper, cyanotype, and intaglio etchings. His work is included in the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection and is represented by the Marcia Wood Gallery in Atlanta, Ga.

Both highly respected masters in their fields, Kari Lonning and Timothy Mcdowell’s work speak to quality in craftsmanship and embracing the history and tradition of process in art-making.

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We are excited to introduce the Washington Photography Salon at The Washington Art Association on Wednesday September 18, 2024 at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm) featuring Sean Kernan, Emmanuel Faure, and Scott Barrow.

The salon format gives you an opportunity to see select photos presented (digitally) by the photographers, engage in conversation about their work and careers, and meet other like minded viewers and artists. Hosted and presented by Rich Pomerantz. For more information, please contact [email protected].

About Rich Pomerantz:
Rich has been a volunteer at the Art Association for over twenty years, was a member of the Board of Trustees for two terms, during which he served as Vice-President and Secretary. Rich taught photography workshops at the Association on studio lighting for portraits and photographing in gardens.

Rich enjoyed a long career in photography on assignment for magazines and advertising agencies nationwide, and also was known for photographing beautiful weddings throughout the country. Many local families enjoy compelling portraits created by Rich in their homes. His stock photography has appeared in publications as diverse as National Geographic, Yankee, Traditional Home, Frommers’ travel guides and the NY Times. Rich has published three commercially produced books on wild horses, gardens and farms.

For fifteen years Rich was involved with a community of photographers in NY City which hosted a photography salon initially in photographers’ studios and eventually at the Soho Photo Gallery. Hundreds of world class aand lesser known photographers showed their work to appreciative audiences of photographers and photography afficionados. The experience was always joyful and enlightening, so Rich has decided to try to reproduce it here.

Join the Washington Art Association for an exciting Pop-Up Art Sale featuring works from 8 talented artists! Explore a variety of pieces, all commission-free, offering a unique opportunity to support local art. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or looking for a special piece to add to your collection, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this chance to meet the artists and purchase beautiful art directly from them!

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WAA is passionate about arts education. Whether you are an experienced artist or a novice, WAA offers a range of opportunities for creative exploration. We provide a nurturing place for people of all ages to develop their skills and explore new artistic directions with classes in painting, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, and more.

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WAA is passionate about arts education. Whether you are an experienced artist or a novice, WAA offers a range of opportunities for creative exploration. We provide a nurturing place for people of all ages to develop their skills and explore new artistic directions with classes in painting, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, and more.

View current class offerings