‘The Avenue ArtHouse’ Opens for Creative Collaboration

Jennifer ChristianIssue 114, The Breeze™ 2024, Unveil Art Showcase, Visual Arts

Photo From Left: Bergquist, Agee, Brinckman, Trapani, Weddle; Photo by Jennifer Christian Just behind Obrigado Restaurant on Church Avenue, one of Louisa’s historic homes has been transformed into a new collaborative art space, thanks to the vision of Yvonne Agee, the well-known artist behind Turn Up the Color. The Avenue ArtHouse, which officially opened in October, invites art lovers of …

Louisa Arts Center Announces Expressions in Pastels Gallery Exhibit through November 22

Jen BaileyFeatured, Visual Arts

LOUISA, VA – The Louisa Arts Center has announced the upcoming gallery exhibit, Expressions in Pastels, hosted by the MidAtlantic Pastel Society (MAPS). The exhibit will be the annual judged show for MAPS, featuring works from regional artists. MAPS is a non-profit organization that promotes the understanding and appreciation of pastels as a fine art medium. The society includes both …

Announcing “JOURNEY” Open Gallery Show

Jen BaileyAll Articles, Featured, Visual Arts

LOUISA, VA:  July 23, 2024 — The Louisa Arts Center is pleased to announce that the next show in the Purcell Gallery will be entitled “JOURNEY” and will include original works of art from many local artists. The show will be curated by Janice Breeden who received her bachelor’s degree from Mary Baldwin College and her master’s degree from VCU.  …

Louisa Arts Center Presents “EMPHASIS” Gallery Show

Jen BaileyAll Articles, Visual Arts

LOUISA, VA: June 7, 2024 — The Louisa Arts Center is thrilled to unveil its upcoming exhibition, “EMPHASIS”, at the Purcell Gallery, showcasing the dynamic works of local artist Darius Quarles. Born and raised in Louisa, Virginia, Quarles brings his unique vision back to his roots with a collection that promises to captivate and provoke. Darius Quarles, a self-taught artist …