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.

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.

REMIXED 9 PROSPECTUS (1 OF 2)

REMIXED 9 PROSPECTUS (2 OF 2)

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.

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

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

Call For Artists: The Art Attack Show

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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.

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.

Call for Artists: Remixed 8 Vinyl Record Show

PONSHOP Studio is excited to announce our “Remixed” exhibition for June 2023.  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 8” is the eighth 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.

Submission Delivery Dates: Friday and Saturday May 26-27, Tuesday May 30 (11am-5pm)

Pick Up of Unaccepted Work: Thursday,  June 1

Opening Receptions: Friday, June 2 (5-9pm) and Friday July 7 (5-9pm)

Exhibition Dates: Friday June 2 - Saturday July 29, 2023

Artwork Retrieval: Monday, July 31 (11am-5pm) through Wednesday August 2

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 $250. 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 Tuesday May 30 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 Wednesday, August 2 will incur a storage fee of $10 per day. This will be enforced. Artwork not retrieved by August 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 by Tuesday May 30. 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.

Call for Artists: 16th Annual "The Art of Recovery" Exhibition

Deadline for Entries: Monday, April 1

Opening Reception: Friday, May 1

Exhibition Dates: May 1–May 31

 Fredericksburg, Virginia – Rappahannock Area Community Services Board seeks entries for the 16th Annual “The Art of Recovery” exhibit. The art show features original artwork by adults with mental health challenges. The show is organized by members of Kenmore Club, RACSB’s psychosocial clubhouse for adults with severe and persistent mental illness. The exhibit will open Friday, May 1 at PONSHOP Studio and Gallery (712 Caroline Street) in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The opening reception is from 5-9pm and corresponds with Fredericksburg’s ‘First Fridays’ event calendar. The exhibit runs through May 31 and coincides with National Mental Health Month.

The Art of Recovery provides a forum for artists living with mental illness to gain confidence in their abilities, address misconceptions surrounding mental illness and experience community support.

 The RACSB is accepting original 2-Dimensional drawings, paintings, prints, and mixed media. Artwork should be submitted by April 1. Visit rappahannockareacsb.org for an entry form and display instructions. Entries must be accompanied by a completed entry form with the following requested information: name of the artist; year of completion (if known); locale of the artist; dimensions; medium; and sale price. PONSHOP will apply a reasonable commission on all artwork sold.

For details or to submit artwork, contact Amy Jindra at 540-373-7737 or artofrecovery[at]rappahannockareacsb.org

Submissions may also be mailed to:

RACSB, Attn: Art of Recovery, 600 Jackson St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

Founded in 1970, the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) provides public mental health, developmental disability, substance abuse and prevention/early intervention services to the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford. To learn more, visit www.rappahannockareacsb.org.

Adorn Exhibition Announced

Opening Reception: Friday, March 6 (6-9pm)

Exhibition Dates: March 6-31, 2020

PONSHOP will be open late from March 23-29 (10am-8pm) in coordination with the 54th Annual National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts event held in Richmond,Virginia.

Adorn is an exhibition of women artists using clay in the fine art of jewelry making. Jewelry and ceramics have been a vital part of nearly every culture around the world. Throughout history, ceramic jewelry has been used for currency, tribal recognition, adornment and creative expression.  

This exhibit will explore the use of color, contemporary form and detail work using a variety of clay mediums. Each artist in the exhibit not only makes ceramic jewelry, but also creates functional ceramic items for the home. The jewelry that each artist creates is an exploration of scale - translating her larger work into a smaller item to be worn. These functional pieces are typically used and enjoyed in a private setting of one’s home, whereas the jewelry is worn in public and travels with the owner - breaking the bounds of how ceramic items are typically used. 

Participants include: Joelle Ferrara, Jenna Vanden Brink, Scarlett Pons, and Rachel Vitko.

The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts is a non-profit, membership organization that fosters global education and appreciation for the ceramic arts.

In 2020, NCECA is hosting its 54th annual conference in Richmond, Virginia on March 25-28 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The conference will bring thousands of ceramics artists and enthusiasts to the city to attend four days of lectures, demonstrations, exhibitions and more.

Remixed 7 Exhibition Announced

PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is pleased to announce one of our most popular community art exhibitions for August and September of 2019. “Remixed 7” features original artwork using 12” vinyl record albums. The exhibit includes over thirty participating artists working in this unconventional canvas. September’s artist reception for “Remixed 7” is Friday, September 6 (6-9pm).

This is the seventh year of the “Remixed” vinyl-themed show and PONSHOP has received an overwhelming response from local artists. 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 also boasting affordable artworks for the home and office ranging from $45-$150. “Remixed 7” is curated by gallery owners Scarlett and Gabriel Pons.

Remixed 7 includes work by following artists:

Cara Abella
Michael Broadway
Ayesha Raja
Jamie Roberson
Kristopher Patterson
Van Anderson
Christie Labbe
Dante Jenkins
Jennifer Galvin
Courtney Phillips
Jadyn Gilhousen
Jen Poteet
Katie Charwetski
Andrew Ruddle
Shannon Wang
Jennifer Stone
Dolly Whitley
Kelvin Rama
Lecsi Pillar
Taylor Palacino
Lennon Gerogosian
Hannah Burbidge
Kathy Paz-Craddock
Liliana Paz
Kathleen Wilkinson
Leslie Brier
Jessy Vickers
Amy Taylor
Maddie Huddle
Amena Kay Thornton
James Walker
Mykal Lee
Megan Walton

June is Pride Month at PONSHOP

PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is celebrating Pride Month in support our LGBTQ community here in Fredericksburg. We're hosting a mini art show featuring a limited edition print titled "Show Your Colors" by Margeaux Ducoing (above), as well as rainbow-themed postcards by Elliot and Evelyn. Join Us for the Opening Reception, Friday June 7 (6-9pm)

Call For Artists: Remixed 7 Vinyl Album Art Show

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Submission Delivery Dates: Saturday, July 20 through Friday, July 26. *NOTE: PONSHOP will have abbreviated hours from Tuesday July 23-Thursday July 25 (10am-2pm) and Closed Saturday July 27.

Pick Up of Unaccepted Work: Wednesday, July 31

Opening Receptions: Friday, August 2 (6-9pm) & Friday, September 6 (6-9pm)

Exhibition Dates: August 2- September 28, 2019

Artwork Retrieval: Sunday, September 29 (11am-5pm) through Tuesday October 1

PONSHOP Studio is excited to announce our annual “Remixed” exhibition for August and September of 2019. 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 7” is the seventh 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 two-month show.

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 $150. 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 Friday, July 26 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 Tuesday, October 1 will incur a storage fee of $10 per day. This will be enforced. Artwork not retrieved by October 15 will become property of PONSHOP.

Entry Procedure: There’s an entry fee of $18 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 by Friday July 26. 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.

Second Annual Art for Park Exhibit Announced

PONSHOP Studio is excited to announce the second annual “Art for Park” exhibit – a skateboard art show to benefit the Fredericksburg Skate Park Project. Up to fifty local and national artists have transformed the standard street skateboard deck into a work of art for the walls (or for wheels).

 “Art for Park” is a celebration of skateboard art and culture. What better way to rally our community than by having artists give their voice on what has, over the past sixty years, become an iconic symbol of youth culture, recreation and rebellion. The annual “Art for Park” exhibition series is a sustained effort to raise awareness of the importance of skateboarding as both an art form and recreation and to promote the Fredericksburg Skate Park Project. Initiated in 2013, this organization is dedicated to improving the existing skate spot at Brooks Park and promoting a safe and friendly public park for the entire community. Recently, the Fredericksburg Skate Park Project launched a community survey for the public to help in this process: http://bit.ly/fxBGprk

Five Dollars of every Artist Registration and 20% of all deck sales will benefit the park initiative.  Since 2018, the “Art for Park” art exhibition series has raised over $1,000 for the park initiative.

First Friday Opening Reception: Friday, April 5 (6pm-9pm) 

Exhibition Dates: April 5-28

8th Annual Jewelry Show

Opening Reception: Friday, February 1, 2019 (6-9pm)

Exhibition Dates: February 1 – March 31, 2019

 PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is pleased to announce our eighth annual jewelry show for the months of February and March showcasing the work of eight jewelry artists.  The opening receptions will be Friday, February 1 from 6-9pm.

Each artist brings their own unique style to the mix at PONSHOP, using materials such as semi-precious stones, wood & resin, copper, sterling silver & gold, found objects, stainless steel, and enamel. 

 Our jewelry exhibition features latest pieces from our favorite local jewelers: Cindy Liebel, Leslie Brier, Terresa Buelow, Lisa Latendress, Trish Schornagel and James Williamson. In addition, the show includes regional and national artists Elaine B and Lauren Pratt.

Printed Matter Group Show

Opening Reception: Friday, October 5 (6-9pm)

Exhibition Dates: October 5 – December 31, 2018

PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is excited to showcase art prints contributed from a variety of local and regional artists including: Jenna Andersen (Williamsburg, VA) The Wild Wander (Richmond, VA) Christopher Limbrick (Richmond, VA), Margeaux Ducoing (Fredericksburg, VA), Elliot & Evelyn (Fredericksburg, VA) and PONSHOP owner Gabriel Pons.  The gallery will feature framed and unframed original art prints on circulation throughout the duration of the exhibition.

Elliot & Evelyn

I don't believe art has to convey deep meaning to be valuable. We all enjoy a beautiful face or painting, At the same time, of late, it's the relevance in the stories behind my work that evoke deeper emotion. My illustrations are inspired by stories that resonate with me or with subjects I'm fervently passionate about. Creativity has always been a place of healing and expression for me. I think that's typical for artists. We tell our stories and hope they resonate with others.

Margeaux Ducoing

Margeaux Ducoing is a fine artist, illustrator, and graphic designer who currently resides in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Born in California and raised in Louisiana, Margeaux graduated from the University of Mary Washington with Bachelor’s Degrees in Studio Art and Music with a minor in Museum Studies. Margeaux’s art focuses on her investigations of symbolism using animal imagery. Utilizing a variety of pencil and ink-based mediums, she explores themes like common life experiences, human interactions, relationships, and personal struggles, as depicted through her animal forms.

 Jenna Andersen

Jenna Andersen is an artist, illustrator, and designer from Virginia, USA. She earned her BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2015 with a degree in Communication Arts. She enjoys drawing themes of lush plant life, adventure, and mystery. Her works are evocative of a narrative, but there is never a “right” answer as to what is happening. She hopes that the audience will create their own stories and worlds from her artworks.

The Wild Wander

The Wild Wander creates art prints, paper goods, and gifts featuring the original artwork of Richmond, Virginia based illustrator Clara Cline. Following in the footsteps of early American naturalists, it's inspired by dusty libraries, cluttered studies full of artifacts, and an abiding curiosity for forgotten history and the natural world. She is passionate about preserving the natural beauty we enjoy, and committed to sustainable design. As a maker, she feels an obligation to create products ethically with respect to both people and the environment. Her hope is that the Wild Wander line balances affordability and sustainability with thoughtful design, and inspires folks to explore and cherish the world around them. 

Christopher Limbrick

“Urban City” is my newest collection of composite work that fuses the natural elements with the grit of the streets.  Each work begins with a photograph that captures the essence of day-to-day life in the city. This photograph is then reduced to a monochrome line art drawing with additional elements sometimes added by hand to create distortion or the exaggeration of certain elements. The “urban” image is then overlaid onto a digitized version of an abstract work that was painted by hand.  The painting represents the natural environment focusing on the elements: earth, air, water, and fire. It ignores any linear function while providing the color, the gradients and contrast to the whole image.

Call for Artists: Remixed 6 Vinyl Album Art Show

Deadline for Submissions: Sunday, July 29 (11am-5pm)
Pick Up of Unaccepted Work: Wednesday, August 1 

Opening Reception: Friday, August 3 (6-9pm)
Exhibition Dates: August 3- September 29, 2018
Artwork Retrieval: Sunday, September 30 (11am-5pm)

 PONSHOP Studio is excited to announce our 14th community art exhibition in August and September of 2018. We’ve rescued stacks of old 12” vinyl records, wiped the dust off and, with artists help, will turn them into something that people will continue to enjoy—a fun and original work of art. “Remixed 6” is the sixth annual vinyl album art show at PONSHOP and our most popular annual community exhibit. All ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this two-month show.

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 $150. 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, July 29 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 Friday, October 5 will incur a storage fee of $10 per day. This will be enforced. Artwork not retrieved by October 10 becomes property of PONSHOP.

Entry Procedure: There’s an entry fee of $18 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 by Sunday, July 29. Artwork must have entry tabs securely taped to the back of the corresponding record. Artists are responsible for transporting their work to and from the gallery. 

Rise: A Showcase of Local Emerging Artists

Opening Reception:Friday, June 1 2018 (6pm-9pm) 
Exhibition Dates:June 1-July 28 2018

PONSHOP Studio is happy to announce our premiere emerging artists exhibition, “Rise at PONSHOP”. PONSHOP’s thirteenth community show will feature a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional art by Virginia’s up-and-coming artists. This new exhibit will shed light on the region’s booming creative population.

“Rise at PONSHOP” showcases work from artists who have been working professionally for less than three years. The artists selected for this show currently pursue a career with the aspirations of making a living working in their respective media. The artwork exhibited demonstrates these artists’ innovations, distinctiveness, and boldness in their individual crafts. Artwork showcased ranges from paintings and drawings to photography and sculpture.

Local artists and PONSHOP colleagues, Margeaux Ducoing and Maddie Huddle, jury the exhibition. Margeaux Ducoing is a fine artist, illustrator, and graphic designer with Bachelor’s Degrees in Studio Art and Music and has a minor in Museum Studies from the University of Mary Washington. Maddie Huddle is a multi-disciplinary artist with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Virginia Commonwealth University’s Communication Arts Department.

“Rise at PONSHOP” will be open to the public this summer for two months. The exhibit will run from June 1, 2018 and end on July 28, 2018. 

PONSHOPis a multifaceted storefront: an artist studio/classroom, gallery and retail store.  The vision of the owners, Scarlett and Gabriel Pons, is to provide a place that embodies what they love: art, design, and creative education.

14th Annual The Art of Recovery Exhibition Announced

Fredericksburg, Virginia–Recovery is messy, and it looks different to each person. When substance abuse and mental health therapists ask individuals to paint their journey to recovery, some use a bright palette to create a vision of hope. Others sketch their demons. For each, art offers a way to express the struggles that accompany mental illness.

Each year, Rappahannock Area Community Services Board honors the role creativity plays in mental wellness by holding the Art of Recovery exhibit. The 14th annual art show will open May 4 at PONSHOP Studio and Gallery in Fredericksburg. A “First Friday” opening night event will be held Friday, May 4, from 5-9 p.m. A reception featuring live music, poetry, and readings will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the gallery’s courtyard.

The show is organized by members of Kenmore Club, a psychosocial rehabilitation program operated by RACSB. The exhibit coincides with National Mental Health Month and will be on display through May 27.  

The Art of Recovery will feature 45 pieces from 40 artists. Artwork includes original drawings, acrylic and oil paintings on canvas, as well as mixed media and ceramics. All of the pieces will be available for purchase.

The Art of Recovery provides a forum for artists living with mental illness to gain confidence in their abilities, address misconceptions surrounding mental illness, and experience community support.

“Art can be so healing,” said John Butler, coordinator of RACSB’s crisis stabilization services. “Art is a method of journaling, to share life experiences. It provides a safe haven for expression of feelings, hopes and dreams. Although art can be judged, art doesn’t judge. The Art of Recovery helps society in general to look at people beyond their disability and for folks with disabilities to not be defined by those disabilities.”