Gabriel Pons returned to Embrey Mill in Stafford, Virginia to incorporate additional graphics on the future Turning Point Restaurant location. Based on conversations with the client, Pons proposed incorporating farm animals such as a chicken and cow to the South Elevation as well as the slogan “A Happy Day Starts Here” on the East Elevation.
First Friday Opening Reception: Paintings by Hayden Griffith
PONSHOP is excited to exhibit the paintings of Hayden Griffith for the month of February. Hayden is an Alum of The University of Mary Washington where she studied Studio Arts, graduating in 2024. She also works at PONSHOP, providing classes and sharing the process of their painting among the community.
Hayden’s work connects natural environments and animals with the home. This harmonization expresses feelings on environmentalism and childhood memories. Hayden emphasizes the process, organic form, and color scheme in these paintings. Done in oil, the works range in size (the largest is 36” x 36”) to emphasize the details.
View Hayden’s website Here
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PONSHOP Creative Cafe Opening Announced
Opening Day: Thursday, February 13 (11:30am-5pm)
Celebrate your creativity and the love of friendship this Valentine’s weekend at the newly opened Creative Café at PONSHOP Studio. You deserve a moment to relax, connect, and engage in a fun art exercise. Choose from three inspiring self-guided art projects, sip a comforting cup of tea, and make something uniquely yours. Bring your friends and turn your holiday weekend into a celebration of creativity and connection!
The idea of a casual and creative space stems from PONSHOP owner, Scarlett Pons, who envisioned an experience where guests can engage in something creative and simultaneously communal.
“Through the years, so many of our customers will see our shop and say ‘I don't have a creative bone in my body.’ We’re offering an opportunity for them to literally play for a while, free of expectations.”
“The joy comes in the process” says PONSHOP co-owner Gabriel Pons. “Through the years, many of our past students remarked on how relaxing an art project can be. This provides a space where guests can take a break from their day, slow down, and hopefully feel refreshed and inspired afterwards.
Pop Up Jewelry Show Announced
Visit PONSHOP Saturday, December 14 (10am-4pm) for a special Pop Up Jewelry Show featuring Lisa Beth Goldsmithing and Rachel Ruddle Jewelry.
Lisa Beth will have a collection of sterling silver botanicals: flowers, seed pods, and acorns with some also in 22 karat gold. She’s excited to share her latest work inspired by nature. You can visit Lisa Beth’s studio at LibertyTown Arts Workshop.
Rachel Ruddle has been a resident artist of PONSHOP since 2021. She explores floral and organic themes using silver and semi-precious stones. She will have an array of earrings, rings, and necklaces all made with her signature style.
"Legacy" Mural at Kate Waller-Barrett Elementary
Gabriel Pons collaborated with Kate Waller-Barrett Elementary to paint a mural as part of an ongoing initiative by the Stafford Museum and Cultural Center , Stafford County Public Schools and the Stafford Education Foundation. The goal of the mural initiative is to highlight the unique history and culture of Stafford County in new and innovative ways.
Located in the school’s cafeteria, the mural is titled, “Legacy”, and depicts the school’s namesake, Kate Waller-Barrett with an assembly of families, rendered in gestural lines and forms. At the start of the project, my initial question was “Who is Kate Waller-Barrett? and how can I spark interest in her story?” After doing plenty of homework, I assembled this summary which only scratches the surface:
Kate Waller-Barrett was born in Stafford County on 1857 and grew up to became a prominent physician, social reformer, and humanitarian. Dr. Barrett became General Superintendent of the National Florence Crittenton Mission, a progressive organization established in 1883 to assist unmarried women and teenage girls in need. She also played an active role in the National Council of Women. Her multi-faceted work impacted the health and livelihood of countless women of that era, advocating for women’s suffrage, healthcare and education.
Preliminary Concept Drawing
One of the most impressive qualities of Kate Waller-Barrett’s impact on the community was her sustained efforts at social justice for women through political activism. She was vice president for the Equal Suffrage League in Virginia, president of the National Council for Women, president for the American Legion Auxiliary, and vice president for the Conference of Charities and Corrections of Virginia. Her lifelong investment in social work has impacted countless families. Thanks to Kate Waller-Barrett Principal Rachel Novak and art instructor Sarah Hudson for their logistic support and collaboration throughout the project. Also, thanks to Susan Henderson of the Stafford Museum and Cultural center for doing some archival hunting to locate Kate Waller-Barrett’s signature for me to incorporate in the mural artwork. Most importantly, thanks to all the students and faculty of Kate Waller-Barrett. I spent a total of 70 hours painting in the cafeteria and can attest to the students’ curiosity, exuberance, and fascination with the mural-making process. This project became more than paint on a wall, and turned into an interactive and immersive experience for the students - prompting them to ask questions and igniting their interest in our region’s history.
This project is a partnership between the Stafford Museum Cultural Center, Stafford Public County Schools, and the Stafford Education Foundation.
"City Flavors" Commemorative Painting and Prints for Hyperion Espresso
Gabriel Pons had the pleasure of creating a custom piece of artwork for Hyperion Espresso to celebrate their 30th anniversary. The 31”x30” mixed media piece, titled “City Flavors”, is executed in Pons’s signature style, incorporating paper collage and handwritten text inspired by Fredericksburg’s collective experiences at Hyperion through the years.
Pons used pages from Hyperion’s menu and employee handbook as well as pages from books like Don Quijote , Catcher in the Rye, and even an old Encyclopedia Britannica. He also mixed in copies of Hyperion’s guest book from their 25th anniversary which included handwritten memories and well-wishes.
What’s the handwriting? Read from the top down:
“Sit with me again face to face and smile the many years, You will always be at the heart of me, pulsed in the present and pasts a place for all.
Gave us the space and place for a communal cup to stir on this city.
To reed and seed to stem and branch to leaf and bean and soil.
Because you became a landmark memory.
And nourish me to the soul and senses. Fire and Water , steamed and sweet love is at the corner of friendship and folly and fun! Fredericksburg for family and friends for our past and present tenses.”
Limited Edition Prints of “City Flavors” are available at Hyperion Espresso. Each print is signed and numbered by the artist. ($25)
Latitudes Fair Trade X PONSHOP Tee Shirt Collaboration
PONSHOP co-owner, Gabriel Pons was commissioned by Latitudes Fair Trade to produce a "Fred-Centric" tee shirt for Summer/Fall 2024. Drawing on his meticulous surveys of the city's architecture and a painter's eye for stacking shapes and colors, Pons aspired to create a tee that celebrates the spirit of the city. Tees are professionally screen printed on GoEx Apparel so you can look good and feel good about buying fair trade. Now available at Latitudes Fair Trade Fredericksburg ($28).
"Habitat" Mural at James Monroe High School
PONSHOP owner Gabriel Pons and Team Sophiola have completed a mural in the courtyard of James Monroe High School during the summer of 2024. This is the fourth public mural that Ms. Pineda and Pons have accomplished together since 2021. Titled “Habitat”, this 980 Square-Foot mural is a collaboration between Fredericksburg City Schools, Sophiola, PONSHOP, and community volunteers. The inspiration for the artwork came primarily from the school’s unique geographic location, situated between the city’s canal path and the Rappahannock River - highlighting the wildlife, flora and fauna of the area.
The mural project initiated in the Spring of 2023 when Pons and Sophia Pineda worked together in his studio, creating sketches and studies of the different components: the blue heron, local fish, and the river otter. On-site painting kicked off later that summer (July) and the team started priming the walls and transferring the line work.
This project was made possible through the initiatives of James Monroe High School teachers, Casey Willging and David Lovegrove, the Pineda Family (Sophiola) and Team Bayne/Pineda-Cary Street Partners. Special thanks to the all student volunteers that contributed to painting the mural throughout the year. Thanks to all the faculty and staff of Fredericksburg City Schools that helped facilitate the mural initiative. Thanks to Sherwin Williams paint for supporting this project with paint supplies.
Team Sophiola: Carol and Andre Pineda, Sophia Pineda, Vicky Barrera
PONSHOP Assistants: Dante Jenkins, Gillian Hoback, Megan Shaughnessy, Cairo Pons
Learn more about Sophia Pineda and her passion for art HERE.
"Welcome to Fredericksburg" Tower Project
Photo Credits: Hyperbole and Print Jazz
The Fredericksburg Grain Tower (also known as the “Purina” Tower) received a facelift in June with a new color palette as well as the message: “Welcome to Fredericksburg”. This project was the result of an initiative facilitated by the Fredericksburg Economic Development (EDA) and the Fredericksburg Department of Economic Development and Tourism, with funds from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Pete Morelewicz of Print Jazz created the graphic design variations for the mural renovation, incorporating the “Welcome” messaging. Saul Garcia of Rainbow Painting was contracted to repair and repaint the checkerboard patterning with the revised colorway. Pete and Gabriel Pons of PONSHOP executed the lettering mural on all four sides of the tower.
This collaboration was an exceptional example of the confluence and collaboration between the municipality, the building owner, Green Family Fitness , and local artists and contractors.
Call For Artists: Remixed 9 Vinyl Record Show
PONSHOP Studio is excited to announce our “Remixed” exhibition for September 2024. We’ve rescued stacks of old 12” vinyl records, wiped the dust off and, with the artists help, will turn them into something that people will continue to enjoy—a fun and original work of art. “Remixed 9” is the ninth annual vinyl album art show at PONSHOP and one of our most popular community exhibits. All ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this community show. This exhibition is limited to fifty (50) submissions.
Submission Delivery Dates: Thursday, August 29 through Sunday September 1
Pick Up of Unaccepted Work: Thursday, September 5
Opening Receptions: Friday, September 6 (5-9pm) and Friday October (5-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday September 6 - Sunday October 27, 2024
Artwork Retrieval: Monday, October 28 through Wednesday October 30 (11am-6pm)
Submission Requirements: All artists must use the pre-mounted vinyl albums that we provide and all work must be for sale. Submit your best work! The gallery reserves the right to reject artwork based on quality: uniqueness and creativity, craftsmanship, and execution. Entries must be original creations of the artist, no reproductions of others artwork.
Entry Conditions: All artwork must be for sale. Artwork cannot have a retail price exceeding $275. PONSHOP retains 50% of all sales on works exhibited throughout the duration of the exhibit. Artists will be reimbursed within 30 days of the exhibition closing.
Artists are responsible for acquiring insurance on their own artwork. Although PONSHOP will take great care in the hanging and display of artwork, the gallery will not be held responsible for items on exhibit.
Artwork delivered after Sunday, September 1 will NOT be accepted. Artwork delivered that is not dry, of poor assembly, is incomplete, or exceeds the boundaries of the vinyl record (see diagram below) will NOT be accepted.
Artwork picked up after Thursday October 31 will incur a storage fee of $10 per day. This will be enforced. Artwork not retrieved by November 15 will become property of PONSHOP.
Entry Procedure: There’s an entry fee of $20 per vinyl album, with a limit of two submissions per artist. Artists may register online or pay the entry fee at our storefront to receive their ready-to-hang record. The gallery will not ship records to prospective artists.
Delivery: Artists are to complete the Entry Form and return it with finished artwork no later than Sunday September 1. Artwork must have entry tags securely taped to the back of the corresponding record. Artists are responsible for transporting their work to and from the gallery.
2024 FXBG Pottery Throwdown
Experience Fredericksburg's one day pottery festival featuring local and regional artists. The “FXBG Pottery Throwdown” formerly known as the Sophia Street Pottery Throwdown provides an opportunity to meet Virginia’s makers and enjoy live music and a variety of demonstrations. Children and adults can get their hands on some clay in the activity tent and a wide variety of work will be for sale from over twenty potters.
Now in its seventh year, Sophia Street Studios has passed the torch on to Libertytown Arts Workshop and PONSHOP to continue to organize and host this exciting annual event.
Join Us (10am-5pm) at our New Location! 📍 Market Square in Downtown Fredericksburg (behind the Fredericksburg Museum).
Participating Artists Include: Amy Kovacs Pottery, Rodrigue Studios, Ana Brugos, Pamdora’s, Dehaven Pottery, E’Beth Pottery, Kay Dennison, Will Dickinson, Mann Made Designs, Sperlazza Pottery, Christine Rodriguez, Padgett Studios, Bad Truck Pottery, Sophia Street Studios, Corgi Clay, Artisans Hand Pottery, Lauren Braney, Scarlettwares, Dolores Lecky, Neal Reed, South Paw Pottery and Ceasura Ceramics
This event is FREE to attend.
"Generations" Mural at Conway Elementary
Conway Elementary received a grant from the Stafford Museum and Cultural Center to create a mural that highlights the region’s history. The museum’s mural initiative focuses on representing Stafford County’s rich history in the form of mural artwork in Stafford County Schools. PONSHOP co-owner, Gabriel Pons, collaborated with Conway Elementary teacher, Alicia Rodriguez in conceptualizing mural art that spoke to the legacy of the Patawomeck Tribe in the county and the impact of their agricultural practices on our present-day community.
The mural is titled “Generations”, alluding to the constancy of growth and change through the seasons and the passing of knowledge from generation to generation. Located at the entrance to the school’s courtyard garden, the mural acts as a portal to the outside as well as a passage in time, reflecting on the migratory practices of the Patawomeck tribe, their intimate understanding of the landscape as well as highlighting their “Three Sisters” method - strategically planting corn, beans, and squash together - capitalizing on their symbiotic relationship of growth.
Preliminary Concept Sketch
This has been a project over a year in the making, with early conversations with Mrs. Rodriguez regarding the placement and theme of the mural (she also assisted on executing the painting). We’d like to extend our gratitude to Principal Raybold for facilitating this project and all the faculty and staff at Conway Elementary for their support. Thanks to Dr. Brad Hatch, Tribal Council Member of the Patawomeck Museum and Cultural Center for his consultation at the project’s onset. Special thanks to the students of Conway Elementary for their sustained encouragement throughout the painting process and sharing their “One Family” enthusiasm. Thanks to Stafford County student, Kaia Jensen for her mural assistance. This project is a partnership between the Stafford Museum Cultural Center, Stafford Public County Schools, and the Stafford Education Foundation.
Ellen Schaefer and Scarlett Pons Exhibition at PONSHOP
Opening Reception: First Friday, May 3 (5-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: May 3 - June 30, 2024
PONSHOP is excited to announce a double-feature art exhibit that celebrates the region’s natural beauty with ceramics by Scarlett Pons and paintings by Ellen Schaefer. The exhibit will showcase Ellen’s recent acrylic paintings and new ceramic wall hanging pieces by Scarlett.
Ellen Schaefer is a Fredericksburg-based artist who works in a variety of mediums including watercolor and acrylic. Her artwork is inspired by nature and the delicate details of daily life. This new series of paintings by Ellen Schaefer is inspired by views along the Rappahannock and Potomac Rivers in Virginia. The sparkling waters of Westmoreland State Park and calm of the Fredericksburg Canal Path are transmuted into paint via bright airy colors and expressive brush strokes. A celebration of local landscapes, these paintings are meant to buoy the viewer with a sense of joy and ease. Each acrylic painting is crafted on 1.5" deep canvas, sealed with satin varnish, and framed in a solid wood float frame. Learn more about her work at ellenschaeferart.com
Scarlett Pons’s ceramic wall-hanging art is inspired by the native plants that thrive throughout Virginia. “There's a magical quality to stumbling upon wildflowers during a walk or hike, she says, “They compel us to pause, captivated by their beauty and mystery. Through my work, I seek to elevate the unique shapes and rich diversity of these beautiful plants, while also emphasizing their role in shaping a distinct sense of place and community.” By celebrating Virginia's native flora, Pons hopes to foster a deeper connection to our natural surroundings and encourage appreciation for the intricate ecosystems that sustain us. Scarlett’s ceramic collection can be viewed at scarlettwares.com
Motion and Pictures Juried Exhibition
PONSHOP Studio is pleased to announce “Motion and Pictures: Fredericksburg’s Film Fest”, a month long juried exhibition featuring art from local and regional artists in downtown Fredericksburg.
“Motion and Pictures” is a celebration of the city’s Film Festival event slated for May 2024 and showcases art that is representational of the love of film and the inspiration it gives artists. The Fredericksburg Film Festival (FFF) celebrates the creation of independent cinema, from short films to documentary. This exhibit is a special event that brings filmmakers of the region together. The exhibit and its opening reception provides the opportunity for locals and artists to appreciate the connections between cinema and material artworks.
“Motion and Pictures” artists include Sarah Brooks, Brooke DiGiovanni, Mary Hodil, Carrie McCormack, Jordan Pickens, Anna Polanco, and Samantha Rivera.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 5th (5pm-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday, April 5th - Sunday, April 28th
Mural at Hartwood Elementary: "Hartwood Passages"
Gabriel Pons was commissioned by Hartwood Elementary to paint a mural as part of the partnership between the Stafford Museum and Cultural Center , Stafford County Public Schools and the Stafford Education Foundation. The goal of the mural initiative is to highlight the unique history and culture of Stafford County in creative and innovative ways.
Titled Hartwood Passages, the mural artwork is a bird’s eye view encompassing South Stafford County, Falmouth and Fredericksburg. Pons’s intention was to depict the region as an abstracted visual text, highlighting historic architectural landmarks in Hartwood as well as encouraging the viewer to explore and ask questions about other key geographic elements. Roads are interpreted both literally and metaphorically. The intersection of Interstate 95 and Route 17 creates an “X” through the center of the mural and other major throughways including route 1 and the railways, depicted as vertical stripes cutting through the landscape. The Rappahannock River, so critical to the region’s history and development, is rendered as a bold sinuous ribbon stretching from end to end, alluding to its prominence in the region. The artwork rounds out to a smooth curve at the base, referring to the global community that students participate in. The composition aims to ordinate the viewer, encouraging them to inquire about the cardinal directions, the landscape’s topography, and their own location relative to Hartwood Elementary.
Concept Sketch - Hartwood Elementary Mural
This mural was a real personal challenge for me. We’ve been living in Hartwood now since moving here from New York in 2005 and it has been home for both our sons. It becomes a “tug of war” when there are so many ideas and concepts to incorporate in an artwork. In fact, one theme I felt compelled to embed in the design is this sense of optimism and unbridled curiosity that a child feels at Hartwood Elementary. Despite the school’s location in a relatively rural setting, we are adjacent to one of the major highway systems on the eastern seaboard. It’s important to impress upon students the idea that the paths they are taking now as elementary students will soon take them well beyond the horizon.
While working on site, I became nostalgic for our school days at Hartwood Elementary. Looking back, the faculty acclimated us to being responsible parents as much as they instilled leadership values in our children. In some ways I feel that this project has brought me full circle back to those years when my boys attended Hartwood Elementary and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the school’s future.
See the key below to learn more about Hartwood Virginia’s history.
Call For Artists: "Motion and Pictures" Juried Exhibit
PONSHOP Studio is pleased to announce “Motion and Pictures”, a month-long juried exhibition celebrating the impact and inspiration that cinema has in our contemporary culture. PONSHOP invites artists working in all two-dimensional media to participate.
The “Motion and Pictures” exhibition preempts the Fredericksburg Film Festival (FFF) slated for May 2024. The Fredericksburg Film Festival will highlight independent cinema, from short films to documentary and will include filmmakers from across the country. The “Motion and Pictures” exhibit and its opening reception will provide the opportunity for the public and artists to appreciate the connections between the history of movies and their impact on visual art.
Calendar
Deadline for Submissions: Digital Submissions due before midnight, Monday, March 18 2024. Email no more than (2) JPEG Submissions Here. Include Artist Name, Title, Medium, Dimensions (Length x Width).
Notification of Accepted Artwork: Artists will be notified via email of artwork accepted into the exhibition by Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
Deadline for Delivery of Accepted Artwork: Thursday, March 28 – Saturday, March 30, 5pm
April First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, April 5th (5pm-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday, April 5th - Sunday, April 28th
Artwork Retrieval: Monday, April 29th - Wednesday, May 1st
"Embreyone" Mural at Embrey Mill
PONSHOP Co-owner, Gabriel Pons, completed an 800 square-foot mural at the Embrey Mill Town Center in November 2023. He was one of three muralists contracted to add artwork to the newly built shopping center in Stafford, Virginia.
Call For Artists: The Art Attack Show
PONSHOP Studio is pleased to announce “The Art Attack Show”, a two-month juried exhibition featuring select artists that participated in the 2023 Art Attack event in downtown Fredericksburg.
“The Art Attack Show” will be a celebration of the city’s most popular annual art event and will showcase those artists that gave their “creative service” on that day. The exhibit and its opening receptions will provide the opportunity for artists to reconvene, network, and share stories from that day.
Calendar
Deadline for Submissions: Digital Submissions due before midnight, Friday, October 20 2023. Email no more than (2) JPEG submissions to: shop[at]ponshopstudio.com. Include Title, Medium, Dimension (Length x Width).
Deadline for Delivery for Accepted Artwork: Saturday, October 28, 5pm
November First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, November 3 (5pm-9pm)
December First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, December 1 (5pm-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday, November 3 - Sunday, December 24
Artwork Retrieval: Tuesday, January 2- Thursday, January 4 2024
Submission Requirements: This exhibit is open exclusively to Art Attack 2023 participants and is limited to wall-hung (two-dimensional) artwork. Artwork does not have to be the work that was done during the Art Attack event. This is a “small works” show and we want to feature a good cross section of artists. Therefore, artwork submissions cannot exceed 18” width or 24” in height.
Entry Conditions: All artwork must be for sale. PONSHOP retains 45% of all sales, with an additional 5% going to the Art Attack Project. Should your artwork sell, artists will retain 50% of the total retail price, which will be paid within 15 days after the end of the sale month. All artwork must be equipped with a metal hanging wire secured to the back of the piece (no saw-tooth hangers). Please refer to our submission guidelines sheet.
Artists are responsible for acquiring insurance on their own artwork. Although PONSHOP will take great care in the hanging and display of artwork, the gallery will not be held responsible for items on exhibit. Artwork delivered that is not dry, of poor assembly, or is incomplete will NOT be accepted.
Entry Procedure: The entry fee is $20 which includes a $5 donation to Art Attack. Artists may submit up to (2) pieces for consideration.
Keep in mind that shipping to and from the gallery is the responsibility of the artist; if you ship your art to us, you must include a return shipping label or we will contact you after the exhibition to collect the cost of shipping.
Delivery: Artists are to complete the Entry Form and deliver work no later than Saturday, October 28. Work delivered past of this deadline will not be accepted. Artwork must include a label with the title, medium, artist’s name as you’d like it to be displayed, and the retail price for the art. Retail Price is the price the art will be listed to the public for sale, not the 50% consignment the artist receives if sold.
Artwork Pick-Up: Hand-delivered unsold artwork must be picked up between Tuesday, January 2 and Thursday, January 4. Artwork picked up after Saturday, January 6 will incur a storage fee of $10 per day. This will be enforced. All Artists will be notified via email regarding artwork sales.
Mural at HiveX Basement Finishing Co.
PONSHOP Co-owner Gabriel Pons recently completed a 642 square foot mural at HiveX Basement Finishing Company in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The mural, titled “Generations” is a visual timeline of the history of the business, from the company’s inception through today, highlighting its growth as a family-owned business.
Remixed Vinyl Record Show and PONSHOP 13-Year Anniversary Party
Opening Receptions: First Friday, June 2 (5-9pm) and July 7 (5-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: June 2-July 29, 2023
PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is planning for a milestone month in June. We are celebrating our “Lucky” Thirteenth year as a brick and mortar shop on Caroline Street. To celebrate, we’ll be hosting a garden party at the shop during June’s First Friday. Our garden will be open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with live music and local fare. We will have our backyard set up picnic style with food offerings by local restaurant Alpine Chef and local baker Bri Bakes with live music by guitarist, tendersong, and harpist Elizabeth Owens.
PONSHOP also returns with our most popular community art exhibition for June and July of 2023. “Remixed 8” features original artwork using 12” vinyl record albums. The exhibit includes over fifty participating artists working with this unconventional canvas. Featured artists include Sarah Brooks, Heather Evans, Julie Maida, Destiney Lynn, Morgan Buenos, Anne Yannutz and Dan Craddock.
This is the eighth year of the “Remixed” vinyl-themed show and PONSHOP has received an overwhelming response from artists. As of this blog post, the gallery has issued over fifty albums to be adorned by local and regional artists. This community art show has proven to be a great addition to the gallery’s exhibition schedule, involving artists of all backgrounds and boasting affordable artworks for the home or office ranging from $25-$250.