2025 EXHIBITIONS
Full Circle - 33rd Annual Juried Exhibition
The Mansion at Strathmore
10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852
January 25 through March 1, 2025 - Circles are universal symbols of perpetual motion, balance, and renewal. In this show, artists were called to create work depicting subjects with a circular form; or exploring symbolism, metaphor, or traditions expanding the basic circle. 'Mercury Retrograde', 8x16, oil and cold wax on linen, has been selected for the exhibit. the artist's inspiration was watching some of the black and white footage of the Parker Space Probe orbiting the Sun. The planet Mercury was caught on camera in the distance. Meet the Artist Reception January 31, 7-9pm. (301) 581-5200
WILD
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
901 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA 22601
November 25, 2024 through February 23, 2025 - A special invitation has been extended to Leanne Fink to show her National Treasures Collection at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. Ten oil and cold wax paintings in the original series are on display as part of the Art in the Halls Program which showcases the work of regional artists. A Meet the Artist Reception is scheduled for January. Sales of available works are processed through the Museum. (540) 662-1473
Small Treasures
American Painting Fine Art Gallery
5125 MacArthur Blvd. NW, Suite 17, Washington, DC 20016
December 7, 2024 through February 14, 2025 - Small Treasures describes a special holiday art show and sale that takes place annually at American Painting Fine Art Gallery. All the fine art in the gallery is 9” x 12” or smaller. Opening reception Saturday, December 7, 5-7pm. This is a great opportunity to begin or add to your personal collection while purchasing work from top artists of the DMV. (202) 244-3244
GASP (Great Art - Small Prices)
AiM Gallery
102 W. Washington St., Middleburg, VA 20118
November 2, 2024 through January 5, 2025 - As the title of the show suggests, all works selected by jury must be priced at or below $500. The Artists in Middleburg Gallery's mission is to "champion creativity in the visual arts for people of all ages and abilities in the community, especially the youth, through educational programs and exhibitions". A portion of the proceeds directly benefits their mission. I am happy to support AiM with one entry because I believe that the therapeutic value of art in our daily lives is necessary to achieve harmony with oneself and with those around us. Opening Reception Saturday, November 2nd, 1-3pm. (540) 687-6600
The Visitation Hotel - Frederick
December 15, 2024 - Five of Leanne Fink's oil paintings have been selected by the curators to grace the walls of the new Visitation Hotel. Together with the work of other prior District Arts Gallery members, the collection will be truly inviting to the art enthusiast. All of the art is available for purchase through the Hotel.
An independently owned site of the Marriott brand, the Hotel's architectural style speaks of 200 years of vibrant history. Having previously served as first a cloistered monastery and later an internationally renowned academic institution,
Visitation Hotel builds on a unique legacy to achieve a powerfully forward-looking new life — as a welcoming landmark for solace-seeking travelers.
https://www.visitationhotel.com
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​​211 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 931-1120
Otium Cellars Fall Festival
October 26, 2024 - Otium Cellars 2024 Fall Festival celebrated the season with six wine tastings of their newest vintages paired with tasty bite-sized creations by their executive chef. All to the backdrop of a string duet.
My oil painting, 'Red Dragon Sunset' has been selected for the label of one new vintage, a medium bodied red blend named Draksha. With the permission of the collector, the original work of art was on display during the party.
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18050 Tranquility Rd., Purcellville, VA 20132 (540) 338-2027
Country Zest & Style Magazine
Fall 2024 - I am excited to share a recent article published in the Fall 2024 issue of Country Zest & Style Magazine about my art-filled life. Penned by Joe Motheral, the story describes my husband, Richard, and I as "A Dynamic Duo in Multiple Arts". We have shared our home studio for the past twenty years. Rich is a playwright and poet as well as a performer. You all know my calling as an oil painter.
At times I feel like we are living through a scene from You Can't Take It With You as we happily march to the tune of our own artistic drummer.
Link to the article:
https://issuu.com/uncoveringthevalley/docs/zestfall2024_issuu/15