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Above is video of the opening night of Urban Decay 3 at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton Virginia. The opening reception featured live painting demonstrations and live music by Lightspeed Rescue and Shade Parade. Thanks to our summer intern Isaac for filming and editing. Below is an album of the latest work of mine currently on exhibit at "Urban Decay 3" - the show runs through June 24.
Saturday June 2 marked the opening night of "Urban Decay 3" at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia. This is the third year of "Urban Decay" and PONSHOP is excited to be one of the sponsors for the opening reception. The evening kicked off with an art talk including Kenny Brown, RSIN, James Walker, and Gabriel Pons. The reception included live music by Lightspeed Rescue and Shade Parade as well as demonstrations by Jesse Brown, Carlos Aguilar, and Kenny Brown. Artists HSK 181, Gregg Deal and Asad ULTRA Walker collaborated on murals in the outdoor quad area, with each canvas being raffled off at the end of the evening.
Special thanks to Deb Yarrington and Amy Lust of the Workhouse Arts Center for their curatorial, promotional, and organizational expertise. Also a big shout out to All City Print and Design as well as the Urban Decay 3 volunteers who kept the evening's events running smoothly. Urban Decay 3 runs through June 24.
PONSHOP is excited to welcome a new-featured artist, Julie Maida, to the gallery. Creating everything from functional home goods to prints and paintings, her use of strong colors and elegant line work are sure to enhance any space. Also in the gallery are works from owners Scarlett and Gabriel Pons as well as signature paintings by Joshua Barber, Nicholas Candela, Jeremy Gann, and Ginger Huebner. Bringing an original touch to photography, Adam DeSio and Stephen Graham will have their latest images on display.
Join us Friday, June 1st from 6-10pm for a special evening of local art and enjoy the company of art lovers alike.
Opening Reception: Friday, June 1, 6-10pm
Exhibition Dates: June 1 - July 1, 2012
Urban Decay is in its third year! PONSHOP is proud to announce themselves as one of the sponsors, aiding in bringing you another amazing art event. Gabriel Pons is one of the many featured artists for this exhibit and will join fellow artists Kenny Brown, James Walker, and RSIN in an exclusive Art Talk with the public (5-6pm), giving their insight on of the state of contemporary low-brow art from vinyl sculpture to painting. Join us at the opening reception on Saturday June 2nd at 5:00pm in the main gallery of the Lorton Arts Center. There will be music, food, entertainment, live artist demos, raffles, and of course, great art! Urban Decay III runs through June 24, 2012.
For more information and to stay up-to-date on news and events check out the Urban Decay Facebook Event Page. You can also read more at the Workhouse Arts Center Website.
"Recovering" by Michael Diehm, Mixed Media on Canvas
The opening reception for "The Art of Recovery" was a huge success this first Friday of May. This show provides a forum for artists living with mental illness to gain confidence in their abilities, address misconceptions surrounding mental illness, and experience community support. Using Art Therapy to improve and enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being, we send a special thanks to the artists for sharing their process of recovery with us. And of course, thank you to the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) and all of you who came out to show your support for the opening. "The Art of Recovery" will continue through the 27th of May.
Exhibiting artists include:
Lisa Brintley, Howard Brown, Jeremy Cabrera, Jimmy Clark, Helen Conley, Gloria Cooke, Hiter Davis IV, Michael Diehm, Scott Fowler, James Gibson, Jr., Scott Haugh, Beth Jarvis, Mark Jones, Margi Mallory, Anthony McKenny, James Miller, Heidi Minor, Buddy Morgan, Tom Page, Sandy Alexandra Pappas, Craig Patak, Annette Pride, David Raines, Tracy Ringquist, RR, Oren Rose, Darah Saunders, Kim Stanley, Page Stoner, Gayle M. Tompkins, T.J.W., Connie Wells, Charles Wertime, Richard West, Lloyd Wilson, Gary Yaw, Suzette Young, Doreen Zaccagnino
PONSHOP's latest First Friday opening reception was April's Group Show, held on Friday, April 6th.
The show featured work from Gabriel and Scarlett Pons, Stephen Graham, Joshua Barber, Nicholas Candela, Jeremy Gann, and Adam Desio. The PONSHOP gallery continued to display works from Jack Brown's tattooists Kenny Brown, Chance Kenyon, Grady Spades, Mike Tschirn and Fredericksburg local Elstabo.
Thanks to all participating artists and everyone who came out to support the show! Check out some pictures from the night below.
PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is pleased to announce the Eighth Annual “The Art of Recovery” art show organized by The Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB). The opening reception will be held on "First Friday" May 4, 2012 from 5-9 p.m.
“The Art of Recovery” show will feature approximately 50 pieces representing several art mediums created by adults with mental illness. This annual art 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, 2012.
Founded in 1970, the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) provides public mental health, intellectual 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.Programs of RACSB include Kenmore Club, Rappahannock Adult Activities, Inc., Project LINK, Program for Teen Parents, Rappahannock Area Kids on the Block, DARE To Be You – Rappahannock Area, Second Step, Too Good for Drugs, and Healthy Families – Rappahannock Area. To learn more, visit www.racsb.state.va.us.
Saturday April 7, 2012 marked the second evening of the G40 Summit opening. There was an "Art Battle" event throughout the evening which pitted teams of artists against one another in a creative "duel to the death". Well not quite, but all in all it was great fun. I only had a chance to check out a fraction of the G40 venues and outdoor murals - but never fear we will be back in Richmond in the upcoming weekends to soak it all in. Below are pics from the evening - enjoy!
Friday April 6, 2012 was the opening night for the 2012 G40 Summit in Richmond, Virginia. The G40 Summit includes over a dozen large-scale murals throughout the city as well as over 500 Low Brow artists from around the world. Below are more pictures from Friday night. Thanks again to Art Whino and RVA Magazine for bringing such a massive and inspirational event to Richmond. Click Here for the G40 Calendar of Events.
"Hip-Hop Meditation Station" ceramics, and mixed media panels, 72" diameter x 60" height suspended installation, $8,000 USD. On exhibit at the 2012 G40 Summit hosted by Art Whino. This installation can be reconfigured to accommodate a variety of spaces, contact us to inquire about design variations.
Scarlett and I are excited to be participating in the 2012 G40 Summit in Richmond, Virginia. Honestly, this has been the most ambitious project that we've collaborated on to date and we're proud to be exhibiting it in this month-long exhibition. Below are some pictures showing the progress of creating the ceramic forms (a total of 166) as well as installing the piece in the space at 101 West Broad Street.
The installation, titled "Hip-Hop Meditation Station" is a visual chronicle of the Hip-Hop culture, charting each of the four elements of Hip-Hop (DJing, MCing, B-Boying and Graffiti Art) throughout the course of the time. Each art panel charts the trajectory of Hip-Hop's progression by listing those who have impacted the movement through their involvement. This chronology is by no means complete, but offers up a brief history lesson for younger generations on the birth of an American art form that went on to in influence the world.
The G40 Summit opens Friday April 6, 2012 and includes over 500 artists as well as several recent large-scale outdoor murals by international artists. The G40 Event runs through the month of April with a closing party on May 4,2012. For more information, visit Art Whino.
Special Thanks to Art Whino and RVA Magazine for hosting the 2012 G40 event. Also PONSHOP would like to thank our collaborators and student interns for their assistance throughout the past two months: Crystal and Kevin Rodrigue of Rodrigue Studios for their design/build consultation, Adriana Christesen, Jasmine Lee, Sidney Mullis and Janet Hahn for their research and studio support, Jeff Gulick for the on-site installation assistance and Christopher Stuart for video work.
For the month of April, PONSHOP Studio and Gallery will be featuring the work of a select collection of gallery artists. The opening reception will be held on “First Friday” April 6, from 6-9pm.
PONSHOP’s gallery will be displaying the latest work of owners, Scarlett and Gabriel Pons. Also included in this month’s exhibition are signature paintings by Joshua Barber, Nicholas Candela, and Jeremy Gann. Local photographers, Adam Desio and Stephen Graham complement the show with their images. And once more, Kenny Brown, Chance Kenyon, Grady Spades, Mike Tschirn and Elstabo adorn the walls with their New Brow inspired works.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 6, 6-9pm
Exhibition Dates: April 6th – 29th, 2012
PONSHOP is pleased to announce their participation in the third annual G40 Art Summit. This year's G40 will help to launch the newly formed arts district of Richmond, Virginia with a focus on the art of the mural. The summit will feature thirteen of the world's top muralists and over 500 participating Low Brow artists. The G40 is organized by Art Whino, a National Harbor, Maryland-based art gallery that promotes contemporary artists worldwide. With the collaboration of Richmond-based RVA Magazine, Art Whino will be launching their new quarterly publication "WHINO" at the upcoming G40. Visit Art Whino's website for more information on the G40 summit and its roster of artists.
World renowned muralist Gaia has already left his mark in Richmond.
The opening reception of “Indelible” was a huge success. Thank you to all the participating artists and to those who came out to show their support. Below are photos from this evening’s event.
Participating artists include: Kenny Brown, Kelley Drake, Chance Kenyon, Grady Spades, and Mike Tschirn, Elstabo, and Adam DeSio
The show will run through April 1, 2012.
PONSHOP Studio and Gallery are pleased to announce “Indelible,” a group show featuring seven of the areas talented and bold contemporary artists. The opening reception will be held on “First Friday” March 2, from 6-10pm.
PONSHOP will feature the work of Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival artists Kenny Brown, Kelley Drake, Chance Kenyon, Grady Spades, and Mike Tschirn. The range of their media includes ink on paper to oil on canvas. Their latest pieces incorporate vibrant colors, surreal images, and bold lines. Elstabo, a 2011 Urban Decay II featured artist and recent resident talent, is also contributing to the collection with his vivid and graphic paintings on canvas. The show will also include photographs of Jack Brown’s artists taken by Adam Desio.
As a child growing up in central Pennsylvania, Kenny Brown wanted to be a comic book illustrator. Later, he embarked on the path to become a tattoo artist under the tutelage of Dixon Keller. Brown has been plying his trade for nineteen years. He currently owns Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival with fellow tattoo artist Chance Kenyon in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Brown lives with his wife and two dogs and enjoys making music and painting.
Chance Kenyon, co-owner and tattoo artist at Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival, became interested in tattooing at age fifteen. Under the influence of his older brother Grady Spades, Scott Junkins, and current business partner Kenny Brown, Kenyon learned to tattoo. Most recently, Kenyon opened Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival with friend and fellow tattooer Kenny Brown. Outside of the shop, Kenyon is devoted to his daughter, family, and friends.
As a young artist, Kelley Drake realized he had learned more about art from his parents, grandparents, and high school art teachers than in school at the Maryland Institute of College of Arts. After a few years, he dropped out and became the apprentice of tattoo artist Kenny Brown. Drake now tattoos for a living and has been working at Jack Brown’s for five years.
Grady Spades is the older brother of Jack Brown’s co-owner Chance Kenyon. Spades’ influence led Kenyon to pursue tattooing. He now works as a tattoo artist at Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival.
Mike Tschirn attended Virginia Commonwealth University to study art. He later learned to tattoo and now works at Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival. Tschirn’s tattoos generally feature bold, graphic designs. When not tattooing, Tschirn enjoys painting works that reflect his love for magical and beautiful things.
Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Elstabo has earned a BFA from The Fashion Institute of Technology and since 2006 has been living in Northern Virginia working as a commercial and fine artist. His work pulls inspiration from many genres including comic book illustrations, erotic art and fantasy.
Fredericksburg artist Adam DeSio works with oil and acrylic painting, photography, digital art, and print making. His work finds new ways of looking at the things all around us while creatively interpreting his experiences. “My goal is to create a piece of art every day, find new ways of looking at things, capture the things I see and experience around me in a unique way. Adam’s contribution to “Indelible” show includes photographs of Jack Brown’s Tattoo Revival artists.
Opening Reception: Friday, March 2, 6-10pm
Exhibition Dates: March 2 – April 1, 2012
The "First" Friday of February marked the opening reception of PONSHOP's second annual student show. This year, we had a total of 23 students participating in this month-long exhibition. In addition that evening, we hosted the Massaponax High School Art students in our studio for their NYC fund raiser. Students raised over $300 to put towards their field trip to New York City this spring to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Fine Art, MoMA, and the Guggenheim Museum. Below are some snapshots from the evening. Thanks to all the participating PONSHOP students and their families for their involvement.
PONSHOP will be hosting their second annual Student Art Show in February 2012. Educating as many 98 students in 2011, the gallery will exhibit a cross section of paintings and ceramics completed by PONSHOP students over the past year.
Student work will include all Adult and Youth Mixed Media and Ceramics, Intro to Street Art, Skate to Create, Adult Drawing, and Through an Architect’s Eyes workshops as well as many private sessions. The exhibit is a means of encouraging students to continue to participate in the city’s art community, allowing their work to take center stage. PONSHOP owners Scarlett and Gabriel Pons feel that it is important to continue to mentor students on the process of presenting their artwork in a gallery setting.
In addition, PONSHOP is offering its gallery during First Friday’s opening to host a fundraiser to benefit Massaponax High School art students planning a three-day Art-based field trip to New York City this spring. That evening, MHS students will be selling their original artwork and baked goods to raise money for their trip. Sponsored by Massaponax High School art teacher Patricia Atkinson and organized through EF Tours and the Smithsonian Institute, the trip will include visits to the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art, The MOMA, and the Guggenheim Museum.
Participating PONSHOP students include: Barbara Deal, Jack Weisenberger, Hannah Mann, Jeff Gulick, Sidney Mullis, Terry Pitzel, Tara and Maran Lee and many more. PONSHOP is genuinely excited to feature the work of their students and hope that you can join us for this exclusive event.
Opening Reception: Friday, February 3 (6-10pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday, February 3 to Sunday, February 26
We are excited to announce our second annual PONSHOP Student Show this February and invite all students who participated in a PONSHOP workshop over the past year of 2011 to contribute to the exhibition.
If you would like to exhibit the student work that you've done with teachers Gabriel and Scarlett Pons, simply RSVP back to us and let us know.
If you have alternate or additional artwork you’d like to exhibit, (and it is inspired by a PONSHOP Workshop) please contact us at your earliest convenience and we’ll review the work in person for consideration.
Below are some instructions and a schedule for all participating artists:
Eligibility
All PONSHOP Students from 2011 including all Adult and Youth Ceramics, Mixed Media, Intro to Street Art, Skate to Create, Adult Drawing, and Through an Architect’s Eyes workshops as well as any private or group sessions. Artwork entries into the exhibit is FREE for all our students.
Schedule
Drop Off Artwork for Exhibit: Saturday, January 28 (10am-6pm) & Sun (noon-5pm) January 29
Free Workshop for Preparing Artwork: Saturday, January 28 (1:00-2:30pm)
Exhibition Dates: Friday, February 3 – Sunday February 26
Opening Reception: Friday, February 3 (6-10pm)
Pick up of Artwork: Monday, February 27 (10am-6pm)
All two dimensional work is to be equipped with a hanging wire adequate to support the painting when hung on a wall. No gallery clips or saw tooth hangers are to be used (Please see our Guidelines for Art Submissions). If you need help preparing artwork for exhibition, we will be holding an exclusive workshop on Saturday January 28 from 1:00-2:30pm. Gabe can help mount and prepare the 2’x4’ and 2’x2’ “Street Art” panels as well as give students instruction on threading wire for all “Skate to Create” decks. This workshop is free for our students, but any donations to cover the cost of materials is appreciated. Please let us know if you plan on attending.
We ask that you and your family and friends join us for the “First Friday“ opening reception on Friday, February 3 from 6-10pm.
Work may be priced for sale (or not). PONSHOP retains 40% of all sales and reimburses the artists within 30 days of exhibition closing.
Scarlett and I are truly excited to be offering our gallery as a venue for our students and encourage your participation. Feel free to contact us should you have any questions.
Our latest First Friday opening reception for the annual Small Works Show was held on December 2. This month's reception was a holiday celebration, which included new work by Scarlett Pons, Gabriel Pons, and many featured PONSHOP artists. The show displayed one of a kind holiday gifts from PONSHOP's November Jewelry Show, our newest T-Shirt designs, and hand-knit winter accessories. Check out more pics below. A big thanks to all who came out for the event! Remember to "Give from the He(art)" by supporting local artists and designers this holiday season.
Notice the big "Yeti" in the window? We're happy to be participating in "Window Wonderland", a city-wide contest featuring the downtown storefronts decorated for the holidays. Guess the riddle posted in each shop window and have a chance to win up to $1,000. Click Here for an entry form and don't forget to vote for your favorite window decoration too!
Our First Friday opening reception for the Jewelry Show was held on November 4. The reception included a live demonstration by metalsmith jeweler, Jasmine Lee and a brief gallery talk by PONSHOP owner Scarlett Pons. Featured jewelry artists include: Leslie Brier, Terresa Buelow, Zakk Davis, Lisa Latendress, Jasmine Lee and Sylvia White. Below are more pics from the evening. Thank You to all the fans and enthusiasts that came out for the opening! The Jewelry Show runs through November 27.
PONSHOP Studio and Gallery are pleased to announce that they will be showcasing six local jewelry artists for the month of November. Please join us on Friday, November 4 from 6-10pm for the opening reception with the artists.
The jewelry show highlights the collections of jewelry artists who conceptualize and create their own unique work. Often described as wearable art, artisan made jewelry carries an intimate connection between the wearer and artist where the wearer becomes a moving canvas for the piece. Each artist is aware of this relationship, and they strive to create innovative designs to fashionably adorn the body.
In keeping with the gallery format, each piece is handmade, forming an elegant and tangible work of art. These tiny works are formed using a unique pallet of materials from upcycled items, beads, leather, sterling silver, or precious metal clay. The individual artist is able to achieve their own artistic vision through their medium of choice.
The jewelry exhibit features the works of Leslie Brier, Terresa Buelow, Zakk Davis, Lisa Latendress, Jasmine Lee, and Sylvia White. The exhibit features a wide price range of jewelry starting at twenty dollars.
The opening reception will include a brief gallery talk by owner Scarlett Pons where she will introduce the artists. The gallery will be giving away door prizes and gifts to guests throughout the evening courtesy of the participating artists. In addition, Metalsmith jeweler, Jasmine Lee, will be demonstrating her technique throughout the evening.
The gallery walls will include a group exhibition of featured PONSHOP artists including Joshua Barber, Nicholas Candela, Adam Desio, Jeremy Gann, Bill Harris, Ginger Huebner, Rob Landeck, Nathan Webster, Scarlett and Gabriel Pons.