WCA/DC

ARTIST CALL!

Get energized, get moving, Artomatic 2015 is happening!  It will run from October 30th - December 12th at 8100 Corporate Drive, Hyattsville MD right by the New Carrollton Metro Station.  We are truly excited! 

Anyone can participate in Artomatic - there are no criteria to register, and space is allocated on a first come, first served basis. Artomatic routinely attracts more than 70,000 visitors to see work by more than 700 artists, and more than 300 performances. Our presenting partner the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting Artomatic in a 90,000 sq ft building in Prince George's County. 

TIME IS TIGHT AND WE WANT YOU!

PLEASE REGISTER RIGHT AWAY through the link below so you can start planning your exhibit.  For only $125, your artwork/installation will be on display for 6 weeks, 7 weekends by thousands of visitors.   Sale terms are between you and the buyer.  It doesn't get better than this!  

>> ARTOMATIC 2015 ARTIST REGISTRATION LINK

Many thanks in advance for your support and participation.  Please feel free to share it with your fellow artists, friends, family and enthusiasts. For more information please visit  http://2015.artomatic.org/ Should you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at registration@artomatic.org.  

We look forward to having you with us at Artomatic 2015! Register today before time runs out!

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS

Whats on in October!

Start your Halloween celebrations early! On October 30, experience Mod Women (and Men), a retro late-night reception for the opening of NMWA's special exhibitionPathmakers: Women in Art, Craft, and Design, Midcentury and Today. Enjoy craft cocktails, dancing, and exhibition tours. Come dressed as your favorite "mod-ster" if you dare! 

We hope to see you at the American Fine Craft Show at the DC Armory October 23–25, showcasing the works of over 195 artists from across the U.S. and Canada. A portion of the proceeds on opening day benefit NMWA.

Performance:                                      Gallery Talk:                                                  FRESHTALK  Hootenanny                                         Ester Bubley                                                  Righting the Balance October 2–4 & 10–11                        October 7                                                         October 18 Experience the world premiere of a new play by Monique LaForce, co-presented by Guillotine Theatre and NMWA. Enjoy a bite-sized lunchtime talk! Esther Bubley captured American life as a freelance photographer during the "Golden Age" of photojournalism. Leading art world professionals and gender activists converse about gender parity in the arts. A Sunday Supper to follow. View our online calendar for all of our upcoming events. Reservations/Tickets may be required.

Pathmakers
 Women in Art, Craft, and Design, Midcentury and Today
 National Museum of Women in the Arts | Oct. 30, 2015–Feb. 28, 2016

Featuring more than 40 midcentury and contemporary artists
exploring concepts of Modernism

WASHINGTON—The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) presents Pathmakers: Women in Art, Craft, and Design, Midcentury and Today, an exhibition that explores the lasting impact of women artists and designers on midcentury Modernism. On view Oct. 30, 2015–Feb. 28, 2016, the exhibition presents more than 80 objects including furniture, ceramics, textiles and jewelry. Reflecting the continuing popularity of midcentury design today, the exhibition also includes a selection of contemporary work that builds upon the accomplishments of an earlier generation.