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SUMMARY:The Art League June 2026 Landscape Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Castle Fields III from my Colorfield series is selected by Jill Basham\, the independent juror of the month\, for the June 2026 Landscape Exhibit\, one of the most popular annual shows at The Art League Gallery\, Alexandria\, VA. \nJoin us for the opening reception on Friday\, June 12\, 6:30–8:00 pm and come earlier to check out my studio (5)\, a few steps from The Art League Gallery at the Torpedo Factory Art Center. \nExhibit Duration: June 10–July 5\, 2026 \n\nAbout Castle Fields III\nMedia: Layered hybrid media (watercolor\, acrylic ink and pigment print) on watercolor paper mounted on a 24×24-inch cradled wood panel (third variation). \nConcept: Having spent most of my life in the DC area with access to significant works by the founders of the Washington Color School\, I’ve closely studied their techniques\, yet deviated from traditional colorist styles in the Landscape collection within my Colorfield series. These works present a dialogue between the structured precision of cartography and the fluid\, emotive qualities of colorfield abstraction. By overlaying rigid\, grid-like structures and “fenced” boundaries onto ethereal\, atmospheric horizons\, I attempt to visualize the human impulse to map the natural world. The vibrant\, saturated palettes create a sense of topographical depth\, yet the bleeding edges and layered transparencies suggest a landscape that is constantly shifting. This tension illustrates the gap between the known and the unknown\, where the comfort of a recognizable landmark dissolves into the vast\, unknowable mystery of pure color and light. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-june-2026-landscape-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Art League May 2026 Open Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Dawn from my Spirits series is selected by Jowita Wyszomiska\, the independent juror of the month\, for the May 2026 Open Exhibit at The Art League Gallery\, Alexandria\, VA. \nExhibit Duration: May 6–June 7\, 2026 \nAbout the selected piece:\nDawn\, a layered watercolor and pigment print on a 24×24-inch wood watermedia panel\, is the fifth painting from my Spirits series selected for a monthly exhibit at The Art League. Two previous pieces from this series received Best in Show and Honorable Mention awards and were sold by The Art League. \nThe “Spirits” series fuses figurative and landscape painting through a musical approach—a unique technique employing dense\, filament-like lines (melody) and parallel striations (harmony)\, reminiscent of intaglio or etching. I hope to emphasize environmental awareness with this approach. The veiled figures\, rendered in neutral tones\, contrast with the warm landscape\, symbolizing the ethereal emergence of nature’s guardians and underscoring humanity’s inherent connection to and responsibility for the Earth. \nAs a colorist artist trained by the founders and followers of the Washington Color School\, my practice has evolved from abstract color field painting. I now employ a surreal approach\, introducing elements of reality to explore the gap between the known (recognizable forms) and the unknown (abstract expression). This investigation centers on my “Spirits” series\, in which innovative digital and mixed-media techniques fuse the human figure and landscape\, emphasizing environmental connection. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-may-2026-open-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jurying the 2026 NOVA Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to announce that I was invited to serve as the juror for Northern Virginia Community College’s (NOVA) Annual Student Art Exhibition. \nSupporting the next generation of artists is a passion of mine\, and I am honored to have the opportunity to review the diverse and talented works emerging from the NOVA art programs. Selecting winners from such a creative pool is never easy\, but it is a deeply rewarding process to see the world through their eyes. \nVisit the extraordinary works of these emerging artists. \nExhibition Duration: \nApril 6 – May 8\, 2026
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/juried-the-2026-nova-student-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Waddell Art Gallery\, 21200 Campus Drive\, Sterling\, VA\, 20164\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:Reflecting: MFA April 2026 Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Lily Den\, from my Perspective series\, is selected by Nataliya Gurshman\, juror of the Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) Reflecting Exhibit\, Spring 2026\, at the Circle Gallery in Downtown Annapolis. Out of 293 total entries by 115 artists\, I was one of 45 artists selected. \nDuration: April 1–25 \nAnnapolis Art Walk Reception: April 16 from 5 – 8 PM \nClosing Reception/Meet the Artist: April 25 from 4 – 6 PM \n\nConcept: \nCalla lilies have found refuge in a den under the steps of an alley in an old town. Inspired by his birthplace\, Tabriz\, Azerbaijan\, Iran\, I created this nostalgic space to invite all viewers to walk in with their own sense of déjà vu. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/mfa-reflecting-spring-2026/
LOCATION:MFA\, Circle Gallery\, 18 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Baroque—in search of new sensoria\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:I was deeply honored to have my recent works featured in a solo exhibition at the prestigious IA&A at Hillyer in DC. This selection\, chosen from hundreds of competitive local and international proposals\, was a significant professional affirmation of my artistic direction\, particularly following the well-attended opening reception\, which garnered many compliments from art lovers and fellow artists. \nVirtual Gallery Guide >\nThe exhibition features works (created between late 2023 and February 2026) from my Baroque series\, inspired by the dynamism and grandeur of Western Baroque and the rich traditions of Eastern miniatures that I have studied since childhood. \nThese paintings are intentionally theatrical. I establish the “stage” through chromatic harmony and movement\, inviting you\, the viewer\, to step into the scene and complete the narrative.  \nArtist Talk\nDuring the artist talk (March 21)\, we dove deep into the concept and process\, and the exchange of ideas with fellow art enthusiasts and creatives was truly inspiring. \nwith moderator and print expert\, Joshua Dunn\nHuge thanks to Joshua Dunn for being an amazing moderator and to the fantastic Hillyer Gallery team for making it all happen. \nDon’t miss out on the exhibit – it’s on display until March 29! \nGo to top\n\n Watch the interview by IA&A at Hillyer >\nDuration: March 7–March 29 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/hybrid-baroque-2026-solo-show/
LOCATION:IA&A at Hillyer\, 9 Hillyer Ct NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
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SUMMARY:Minotaur—my first sculpture on display
DESCRIPTION:My very first clay sculpture\, Minotaur\, is on display at The Art League Gallery\, Alexandria\, VA. \nAfter firing the clay\, I painted it with turquoise acrylic for an oxidized bronze effect and finished with bronze oil wax and graphite polish. Huge thanks to my teacher\, George Tkabladze\, for his guidance – and for being a great studio neighbor! \nMain takeaway: Experimenting with different surface media is key\, as the finish is just as important as the sculpture itself. \nExhibit Duration:  \nFebruary 18–March 1 \nClosing Reception: \nSunday\, March 1\, 2-4 pm. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/minotaur/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T200000
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SUMMARY:The Art League Patron's Show Fundraiser 2026
DESCRIPTION:I’ve donated eight of my large and medium-sized paintings from various series created between 2011 and 2026 to this great annual show\, which is an experience that’s part fundraiser\, part block party\, and totally fun. It’s The Art League’s biggest fundraising event of the year\, providing seasoned art collectors and newcomers alike with the excellent opportunity to acquire high-quality\, original fine art at a bargain price while supporting a great non-profit organization and our artist community. All proceeds benefit The Art League’s educational programs\, exhibits\, community outreach\, and classroom relocation project. \nThe live event on February 15\, 6 pm\, will run in person with an online broadcast\, so ticketholders may choose how they would like to attend: in person or virtually! For each ticket drawn\, ticket holders go home with a work of art valued at up to thousands of dollars. \nClick here for details and tickets.\n  \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-patrons-show-fundraiser-2026/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
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SUMMARY:Rhythm: Movement in Art\, Annmarie Arts Center\, The Smithsonian
DESCRIPTION:Fallings and Bliss from my Figurative series have been selected for the Rhythm: Movement in Art exhibit at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center. This marks my fourth consecutive acceptance at this prestigious venue affiliated with The Smithsonian. \nDuration: \nThe exhibition runs from February 13 through April 19\, 2026\, offering you ample time to experience the art and the beautiful gardens. \nAbout the selected pieces: \nFallings\, 48×36″ mixed media—In this piece\, I put floating male figures with vivid orange and teal up against a misty background of pastel colors. The perspective grid is balancing the organic forms. Inspired by the discovery of perspective in Renaissance paintings\, I applied the same tools to contemporary abstract and surreal motifs. There is a mood of freedom and an adrenaline rush at the same time. \nBliss\, 24×24″ mixed media—about the joy of putting behind a shattered past—preservation or deliverance from harm\, ruin\, or loss. I’ve used a solid wooden artboard and various media and tools\, including initial digital studies\, stained tissue paper (collaged)\, acrylic paint (brush and spray)\, pastel\, stencils\, and sanding\, to achieve the unique look and feel of this painting. I allow the viewer’s imagination to tell the narrative.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/rhythm-movement-in-art-annmarie-arts-center-the-smithsonian/
LOCATION:Annmarie Art Center\, 13470 Dowell Road\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:Hill Center Galleries 2026 Regional Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Delphic\, from my Figurative series\, is selected by the independent juror\, Claude L. Elliot\, for the 2026 Regional Juried Show at Hill Center Galleries\, Capitol Hill\, Washington\, DC.\nThis marks my third consecutive year in this prestigious exhibition\, following my Best in Show award in 2024. \nThe exhibition runs from January 21 to May 2\, 2026 \nAbout the selected piece: \nLayered water media on a 24×24″ water media wood board\, Delphic is a tribute to Eva Palmer-Sikelianos\, merging ancient and modern themes. The central figure exudes 1920s sophistication and classical poise\, set against a vibrant backdrop of abstract botanical forms. The composition is intersected by red grids\, reimagining the traditional loom as a construct that blends history\, nature\, and the future into a single enigmatic moment.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/hill-center-galleries-2026-regional-juried-exhibition/
LOCATION:Hill Center\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20251225T181353Z
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SUMMARY:Best in Show—The Art League January 2026 Open Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to start the year with a Best-in-Show Award and a sale before the opening! \nUnbound (diptych) from my Spirits series was selected and chosen for the first-place Best-in-Show Award in the first open exhibit of the year at The Art League Gallery\, juried by Xenia Gray. It was sold before the opening reception—a second pre-opening sale from this series in two months (see details on the previous event). \nVisit Monday-Sunday\, 10-6 pm during the exhibit: January 7 – 25\, 2026 \nMy own studio (#5) is a few steps from the Art League Gallery and is open to the public Friday-Sunday afternoons. \nAbout the selected piece:\nUnbound is the third piece from my new Spirits series\, selected for The Art League Gallery’s open exhibits two months in a row (click here to read more). In Unbound\, I experimented with the composition by splitting the painting into a diptych\, thereby breaking its continuity to reflect the title—unbounding with the past and moving forward. The full narrative is left to the viewer’s interpretation\, as I always invite the viewer to finish the story by delving into the ambiguity.  \nThe “Spirits” series fuses figurative and landscape painting through a musical approach—a unique technique employing dense\, filament-like lines (melody) and parallel striations (harmony)\, reminiscent of intaglio or etching. I hope to emphasize environmental awareness with this approach. The veiled figures\, rendered in neutral tones\, contrast with the warm landscape\, symbolizing the ethereal emergence of nature’s guardians and stressing humanity’s inherent connection and responsibility to the Earth. \nAs a colorist artist trained by the founders and followers of the Washington Color School\, my practice has evolved from abstract color field painting. I now employ a surreal approach\, introducing elements of reality to explore the gap between the known (recognizable forms) and the unknown (abstract expression). This investigation centers on my “Spirits” series\, in which innovative digital and mixed-media techniques fuse the human figure and landscape\, emphasizing environmental connection. \nProcess: \nI’ve used a hybrid\, analog-digital-analog process in all these pieces\, consisting of digitally merging and manipulating images of analog studies\, printing on archival art watercolor paper mounted on a wood carded panel\, and painting over with mixed media\, including watercolor\, pastel\, ink\, and acrylic\, sealed with cold wax or spray varnish.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/best-in-show-the-art-league-january-2026-open-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
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SUMMARY:Honorable Mention—The Art League December 2025 Open Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Canyon Bride from my recent series\, Spirits\, was selected and won an Honorable Mention by the independent juror\, Amy Waldrop\, for the Art League’s December 2025 Open Exhibit. I was very excited about this selection\, as this was the debut of the Spirits series outside my studio. \nConsequently\, the first edition of Canyon Bride was sold at The Art League Gallery even before the opening reception. Since the buyer was traveling\, the gallery had to remove it\, but they kindly allowed me to replace it with another painting from the same series. Visit The Art League Gallery to see Crimson Pass and walk to my studio (No. 5) for several other paintings from my Spirits series. \nCrimson Pass 24×24\n  \nAbout the selected pieces: \nThe veiled figure rises from the landscape\, symbolizing the ethereal emergence of nature’s guardians and underscoring humanity’s inherent connection to and responsibility for the Earth. The “Spirits” series fuses figurative and landscape painting through a unique technique employing dense\, filament-like lines and parallel striations\, reminiscent of intaglio or etching. I hope to emphasize environmental awareness with this approach. \nThe Art League December Open Exhibit will be on display from December 11 to January 4. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-december-2025-open-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Event
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SUMMARY:The Art League Little Winter 2025 Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:My mixed media miniature painting\, Botanical Parallax II\, was selected for The Art League’s Little Winter Exhibit. Little Winter is an annual exhibit of miniature work\, perfect for the holiday season\, and small gifts and souvenirs for tourists visiting the Torpedo Factory Art Center\, one of the landmarks of Old Town Alexandria near DC. \nThe Art League has three other exhibits in November: Monochrom\, a solo show\, and ceramics and bladesmithing. I also have several unframed flat files\, handmade cards and one wall piece in the adjacent Gallery 75. \nThe exhibits are on display from November 6 to December 7. \nMy own studio is just a few steps from The Art League Gallery with many more holiday-perfect original art\, prints and accessories\, and I hope you visit both! \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-little-winter-2025-exhibit/
LOCATION:VA
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
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SUMMARY:Hickok Cole Art Night Event 2025
DESCRIPTION:I am honored to announce that three of my paintings—Bounce\, Light Hall\, and Portal Mystique from my Architectural series—have been selected for the Hickok Cole Art Night 2025 Annual Auction. This prestigious event supports the Washington Project for the Arts (WPA) and local artists. \nMy participation came by invitation\, followed by an extensive jury selection process. I am thrilled that three of my works were chosen for this significant fundraiser\, and one sold at the opening. Art Night raised $164\,960 for WPA and the local arts\, marking this the biggest fundraiser in 25 years.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/hickok-cole-art-night-gala-2025/
LOCATION:Hickok Cole\, 301 N Street Northeast Suite 300\, Washington\, DC\, 220002\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20250923T161237Z
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SUMMARY:Chronicles: Storytelling Through Imagery\, Annmarie Arts Center\, The Smithsonian
DESCRIPTION:Craning the Net from my Figurative series has been selected for the Chronicles: Storytelling Through Imagery exhibit at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center by the juror Elizabeth Dale-Deines\, Public Programs Manager at the National Air and Space Museum. This marks my third consecutive acceptance at this prestigious venue affiliated with The Smithsonian.  \nThe exhibition will run from October 10 through January 18\, 2026\, offering you ample time to experience the art and the beautiful gardens.  \nAbout Craning the Net: \nA mixed media—spray paint\, watercolor\, acrylic\, charcoal and collage on a 20×60” canvas in which I combined an abstract female form and the net (left and below)\, resulting from spray-painting over a fishing net and a more representational male figure and construction tools on the right (charcoal and collage). It depicts the constant human struggle to make ends meet. Meanwhile\, a grander landscape appears with an optimistic energy on the horizon\, symbolizing hope.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/chronicles-storytelling-through-imagery-annmarie-arts-center-the-smithsonian/
LOCATION:Annmarie Art Center\, 13470 Dowell Road\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
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SUMMARY:Capital One Celebration of the Arts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Northern Virginia’s largest inaugural art festival!\nSome of my limited-edition art prints (flat files) will be showcased and available for purchase by Transformer\, DC\, presented in collaboration with the Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) at the Capital One Center Celebration of the Arts This is a two-day outdoor festival taking place from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on October 4–5\, 2025\, in the heart of Tysons\, VA. Designed for all ages\, this immersive event transforms the streets of Capital One Center into a multi-block celebration of the arts—featuring interactive installations\, hands-on workshops\, live music\, and culinary experiences for every generation.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/capital-one-celebration-of-the-arts-2025/
LOCATION:Capital One\, Capital One Dr\, Tysons\, VA\, 22102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:Georgetown Art All Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:One of the highlight community events in Georgetown\, Art All Night 2025\, is returning! This exciting event will take place at over 15 locations along Wisconsin Ave NW. I am thrilled to announce that I will be participating\, courtesy of an invitation from Lily Z Interior Designs\, at their storefront boutique\, Hunter & Huntress. I will showcase some of my recent small works\, flat files\, and accessories. \nJoin us for an evening filled with art and live music! This family-friendly event runs from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM on Friday\, September 12\, and offers something for everyone to enjoy. ​
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/georgetown-art-all-night-2025/
LOCATION:Hunter & Huntress\, 1665 Wisconsin Ave NW\, Washington\, 20007\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20250829T203235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T032504Z
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SUMMARY:DC Art Now 2025
DESCRIPTION:The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) FY 2026 Art Bank Program has selected my painting\, “Unhinged\,” among its finalists\, following my invitation to participate. It is featured on the screen as part of the DC Art Now 2025 Exhibit\, September 11 – December 12. \nWe celebrated the opening of the exhibition and honored all Art Bank finalists with a reception to kick off DC’s Art All Night weekend on September 11\, 2025. \n  \nAbout Unhinged: \nUnhinged is an attempt to relax the viewers\, take their minds off daily obstacles\, and engage them in a fun visual trick or illusion. Viewers may wonder if it’s meant to be about faces (profiles)\, plants\, or buildings. And it is whatever they want it to be. I used fluorescent pink and light shades of yellow-green (acrylic) to create a soft background atmosphere\, then energized it with dangling and upward-growing shapes (spray paint) and fixed-width thinner lines (collaged blue tape). The two futuristic orange spheres (eyes) and the lines (outlines of human or bird heads) interact to generate three whimsical profiles\, with only two present simultaneously\, depending on which way you look at it—the wave being the mouth and nose or chin for all three. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/dc-art-now-2025/
LOCATION:DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)\, 200 I Street\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art All Night
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SUMMARY:The Art League September 2025 Open Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Lily Den from my Perspective series was selected by Kyle Hackett\, the independent juror of The Art League’s September 2025 Open Exhibit. \nThe exhibit will be on display from September 10 to October 5\, open daily throughout the week. I would be happy to welcome you to my own studio (#5)\, located steps away from The Art League Gallery\, if you visit on Thursday through Sunday afternoons. \nOpening Reception: \nFriday\, September 12\, 6:30 – 8 pm \nAbout the selected piece: \nCalla lilies have found refuge in a den under the steps of an alley in an old town. Inspired by my place of birth\, Tabriz\, Azerbaijan\, Iran\, I created this nostalgic space to invite all viewers to walk in with their own sense of Deja Vu.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-september-2025-open-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20250829T205539Z
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SUMMARY:Retrospective Solo Show – Patterned Nuances
DESCRIPTION:I am honored to have been invited to showcase a solo exhibition at the Iranian-American Community Center as part of Patterned Nuances\, a three-artist exhibit featuring works by Iran Davar Ardalan\, Sookkyoung Park\, and my own. \nMy section includes 33 pieces created between 2015 and 2025\, presenting a retrospective look at my artistic journey over the past decade. This exhibition showcases how I have expanded my main series by transforming linear divisions into perspective cuts\, thereby generating my color fields within a simulation of depth. The majority of the works are drawn from my most recent collections\, specifically from 2023 to 2025\, as my collections have become more diverse in recent years. \nThis exhibit is open to the public daily from September 7 to October 5\, 10 am – 6 pm.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/retrospective-solo-show-patterned-nuances/
LOCATION:Pars Place\, 8150 Leesburg Pike\, Suite 210\, Vienna\, VA\, 22182\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:The Art League August 2025 Open Exhibit—Awarded
DESCRIPTION:Stretch from my Figurative series was selected and awarded an Honorable Mention by Jessica Randolph\, the independent juror of The Art League’s August 2025 Open Exhibit. This painting is also featured by East City Art\, a leading voice in documenting and promoting the city’s thriving visual art culture. \nThe exhibit will be on display from August 7 to September 7\, open daily throughout the week. I will be happy to welcome you to my own studio (#5)\, steps away from The Art League Gallery\, if you visit Thursday through Sunday in the afternoon. \nAbout the selected piece: \nStretch is mixed media: pastel\, acrylic\, ink\, collage and pigment print on a 36×36″ wood panel. Here\, I present a male figure in a state of physical extension\, adorned with patterns inspired by African body art and batik fabrics. The figure’s skin displays a mosaic of colors and designs\, reminiscent of various African tribal adornments. This detailed application on the figure contrasts with the background elements\, which feature bold colors such as lime green and fuchsia alongside architectural or abstract lines. The title ‘Stretch’ refers to the figure’s pose\, and also acknowledges the ongoing resilience and endurance required amidst current hardships and conflicts present in parts of Africa. The painting combines traditional artistic influences with contemporary elements.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-august-2025-awarded/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T021807Z
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SUMMARY:MFA\, The Power of Color 2025
DESCRIPTION:Castle Fields\, from my Colorfield series\, was selected by John Wellington\, juror of the Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) The Power of Color Art Exhibit\, Summer 2025\, at the Circle Gallery in Downtown Annapolis. \nI am excited to be among the 55 artists selected from 533 entries and at the heart of one of my favorite art-loving cities in the Mid-Atlantic\, Annapolis. \nDuration: July 30–August 23 \nClosing In-Person Reception: Saturday\, August 23\, 4–6 pm \nConcept: \nAs a colorist\, all my works pivot around color. However\, the Colorfield series is mainly characterized by intense color with a broader spectrum.\nSpending most of my life in Washington\, D.C.\, with access to significant works by the founders of Washington Color School\, I’ve further developed colorist and color-field styles by introducing familiar forms or complex abstract expressions.\nIn this painting\, I employed versatile contemporary media to achieve a diverse range of layering techniques.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/mfa-the-power-of-color-2025/
LOCATION:MFA\, Circle Gallery\, 18 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:The Art League July 2025 Open Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Fleeing Flares from my Figurative series was selected by Nicole Maloof\, the independent juror of The Art League’s July 2025 Open Exhibit. \nThe exhibit will be on display till August 3\, open daily throughout the week. I will be happy to welcome you to my own studio {#5) steps away from The Art League Gallery at the same time. \n  \nAbout this painting: \nFleeing Flares depicts the uncertainty and war in the current global affairs\, and yet builds upon the hope in the void ahead. I’ve combined my analog sketches digitally for this piece and had it professionally printed with archival pigments on cotton canvas\, then selectively painted over.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-july-2025-open-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20250701T230937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T182105Z
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SUMMARY:Black Iris 2025 Artists Collective Annual Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:I was selected as one of a dozen artists featured at the 2025 Artists Collective Annual Exhibit of Black Iris\, a reputable private gallery located in the vibrant Art District along Broad Street in Richmond\, VA. \nThis exhibit is my second display in Richmond. It follows my solo show\, Parallax Gardens\, which took place in June at the same gallery\, and features a curated selection of my recent paintings. \nPublic events are; \nFirst Friday Opening:\nFriday\, July 4 – Doors at 6 pm\, programming begins at 7 pm.\n\nMid-Month Happy Hour Event:\nWednesday\, July 16\, 4–8 pm\n\nClosing Reception:\nFriday\, July 25\, 7-10 pm
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/black-iris-2025-artists-collective-annual-exhibit/
LOCATION:Black Iris\, 321 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
CREATED:20250702T000739Z
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SUMMARY:Essence Exhibit\, Athenaeum Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Eclosion from my Baroque series was selected for the Essence exhibit at the Athenaeum Gallery\, Alexandria\, VA. \nThis exhibition showcases the diverse ways in which DMV artists have captured a person’s (or persons’) essence—the physical and intangible characteristics that define us. \nI am honored to be part of this highly competitive exhibit among the 50 artists selected from almost 500 submissions. \nExhibit Duration: \nJuly 3 – August 10\, 2025 \nClosing Reception: \nAugust 10\, 2–4 pm \nGallery Hours: \nThe gallery is open Thursday through Sunday\, from noon to four each day. \n  \nAbout Eclosion: \nOne of my Braoque series\, I created this painting to explore the concept of emergence amidst falling. The figure within it represents a state of transition. Forms extending from the figure’s back suggest a development\, a breaking free. I positioned the figure in a recline\, a posture often associated with rest or contemplation\, but here\, it indicates the moment of change itself. \nThe environment around the figure is constructed with geometric planes and lines. I used these elements to define the space and provide a structure that both contains and allows for the unfolding event. The color variations within these planes and on the emerging forms indicate shifts in light and atmosphere. Through this work\, I aimed to present a visual representation of the internal and external processes involved in a significant transformation. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/essence-exhibit-athenaeum-gallery/
LOCATION:Athenaeum Gallery\, 201 Prince Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
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SUMMARY:Pink Thread Exhibit at Tyson's Galleria
DESCRIPTION:Quantum Gravity from my Perspective series and Fallout from my Figurative series have been selected for Pink Thread\, a pop-up art exhibit based on D.C. WorldPride’s “The Fabric of Freedom.” \nThis is a good place to see how local artists express their quest for freedom and support for the LGBTQ+ community’s ongoing fight for equality\, visibility\, and justice. \nExhibition duration: Wednesday\, June 11 – Wednesday\, August 27 \nWhere: Neiman Marcus Cafe -1st fl\, Neiman Marcus\, Tyson’s Galleria\, VA\n\nAbout the paintings\n\nQuantum Gravity:\nMy interest in contemporary theoretical science indirectly inspired this. Our understanding of gravity has undergone several facelifts in the past hundred years and is still evolving. Here\, I have double-collaged (first digitally and then physically) two digital simulations of 3D sculptures\, one of which I created and the other a stock image I altered on top of the painted wood panel. The merging of digital and physical paintings reminds me of how scientists try to superimpose macro and quantum physics. I truly grasp their struggle when I deal with a simulated perspective while keeping the theme abstract. It is the same type of juxtaposition that I hope will work and keep altering until it does. I let the viewer interpret the narrative here. Hint: It’s all about freedom of expression.\n\nFallOut:\nExploring the space between landscape and figure\, through “Fallout\,” I aim to add layers of curiosity. The title potentially suggests the outcome of an event or a state of change. I hope it prompts viewers to consider the relationship between humans and their cultural\, traditional\, or altered and alienated environments.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/pink-thread-exhibit-at-tysons-galleria/
LOCATION:Neiman Marcus\, 2001 International Dr\, McLean\, VA\, 22101\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
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SUMMARY:Received Juror's Award for Imaginary Worlds: Invented Spaces and Places Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center Juried Exhibit\nInner Garden from my Perspective series was selected and received the Juror’s Award (1 of 3) for the Imaginary Worlds: Invented Spaces and Places Exhibit at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center (an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution)\, juried by Dr. Margaret A. Weitekamp\, Department Chair and Curator of the Space History Department\, National Air and Space Museum. \nThis exhibition invites viewers to explore visionary landscapes\, fantastic cityscapes\, and surreal dreamscapes crafted by contemporary artists. Blurring the boundaries between reality and imagination\, the exhibition showcases artwork that transports audiences to new and unexpected realms. Each piece serves as a portal into an artist’s unique\, invented world\, inspiring wonder and curiosity. There is a heavy emphasis on worlds created by artists as opposed to preexisting fictional universes. Click here for the exhibit catalogue. \nOpening Reception: \nMay 9\, 2025\, 5 – 7 pm \nDuration: \nMay 9 – September 21\, 2025 \nA few words about the artwork: \nThis painting is part of my Inner Gardens collection within the larger Architectural series. It is inspired by nature reclaiming abandoned buildings. I created a sense of space that the viewer can imaginatively enter\, connecting with our inner and environmental awareness. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/imaginary-worlds-invented-spaces-and-places/
LOCATION:Annmarie Art Center\, 13470 Dowell Road\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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SUMMARY:Featured in McLean Project for the Arts Annual Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:I was thrilled to have been invited by McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) to be the featured artist in their 2025 Spring Benefit. Paintings from my Spring 2024 Solo Show\, Inner Gardens\, are used for the theme of the 2025 fundraiser—A Sea of Art. A dozen of my paintings from the same collection\, most of which I created after the solo show\, were displayed\, and several were sold for the fundraiser during the event night. \nIt was an honor for me to be part of this initiative to help our local art and artist community. \n 
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/featured-in-mclean-project-for-the-arts-annual-fundraiser/
LOCATION:McLean Project for the Arts\, 944 Mackall Farms Lane\, McLean\, VA\, 22101\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:Selected for WPA 2025 Collectors' Night Gala
DESCRIPTION:Two of my paintings\, Tracked & Traced and Prey\, from my Figurative and Baroque series\, were selected for the Washington Project for The Arts (WPA) 2025 Collectors’ Night Gala; the annual art auction Thursday\, May 1\, 6:00–9:30 pm. The auction\, hosted online on Artsy from April 18 to May 2\, features over 100 artworks by some of the most exciting contemporary artists from New York to Richmond. Proceeds from the auction directly benefit the participating artists and WPA\, as all sales are split 50/50. \nFor the first time\, free public viewing hours will be held Thursdays through Saturdays during the two weeks leading up to Collectors’ Night. \nPre-auction Free Public Viewing: \nThursday\, April 17\, 2–7 pm\nFriday\, April 18\, 12–5 pm\nSaturday\, April 19\, 12–5 pm\nThursday\, April 24\, 2–7 pm\nFriday\, April 25\, 12–5 pm\nSaturday\, April 26\, 12–5 pm \nClick here to buy tickets for Collectors’ Night on Thursday\, May 1.\nOr \nRegister to bid on artsy.net
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/selected-for-wpa-2025-collectors-night-gala/
LOCATION:WPA 2025 Art Auction\, 560 11TH STREET NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260525T130221
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SUMMARY:The Art League April 2025 miniMAX Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:My miniature painting Fractum Terra\, from the Colorfied series\, was selected and awarded an Honorable Mention by Elaine Qiu\, the independent juror of the month for the April 2025 miniMAX Exhibit at The Art League\, Alexandria\, VA. This painting was sold the day after the opening and replaced by Fractured Land from the same series. \nVisit the gallery any day of the week from 10 am to 6 pm for this unique art exhibition\, where the sizes of the displayed art contrast in extremes. \nI also have several pieces on the wall and in flat files in the adjacent Gallery 75\, located within the same venue. My studio is only a few steps from The Art League Gallery. Come and see me if you are visiting for the weekend. \nAbout both paintings: \nIn paintings of this series\, I’ve evolved the traditional color field paintings characterized by the Washington Color School\, which I studied in depth\, into compositions with quasi-perspective grids and elements of nature and architecture as color fields that push them towards somehow recognizable landscapes with a hybrid process—acrylic and ink on pigment print of digital art on heavy art paper mounted on wood.
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/the-art-league-april-2025-minimax-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Art League\, 105 N Union St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
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SUMMARY:MFA\, Reflecting\, Spring 2025 Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:My painting\, Abandoned from my Inner Garden collection\, Perspective series\, was selected by Joey P. Málapaz\, juror of Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) Reflecting Art Exhibit\, Spring 2025 at MFA’s iconic location\, Circle Gallery in Downtown Annapolis. \nThis is my first participation at MFA. I am excited about being featured at the heart of one of my favorite art-loving cities in the Mid-Atlantic\, Annapolis. \nDuration: March 26–April 26 \nClosing In-Person Reception: Saturday\, April 26\, 4–6 pm \n  \nConcept: \nNature and plant life reclaiming abandoned buildings have been a particular source of inspiration for this painting\, which connects with our environmental consciousness. White lotus flowers grow in a flooded abandoned bar or perhaps in mid-air\, as there is no clear ground\, just abstract reflections and refractions—the void between what is recognizable and the unknown. The viewer is invited to fill in the gaps. \nMedia:  \nMixed media: watercolor\, ink and pigment print on water media wood panel
URL:https://www.abolart.com/event/mfa-reflecting-spring-2025-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:MFA\, Circle Gallery\, 18 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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