November 2020
Virtual Critique Sessions
Crit Sessions on the First Tuesday of every month, show your current work to get a critique. Are you stuck in the middle of a painting? Would fresh eyes help? Do you want to learn more about composition or color balancing? We help each other improve. Email: Kathy Klein at kgklein46@gmail.com to sign up and get on the email reminder list. 10am – 12pm, Free
Find out more »VMFA Artmobile
The VMFA Artmobile is coming to Gloucester! We are excited to welcome back VFMA on the Road. The Artmobile will be here for our First Friday Exhibit "A Journey From Realism to Abstraction" on Friday, November 6th from 5-8pm as well as Saturday, November 7th right next to Arts on Main. A View from Home: Landscapes of Virginia features paintings, photographs, woodblock prints, and engravings from the museum's permanent collection that explore the diversity and beauty of the Commonwealth’s natural realms.…
Find out more »A Journey From Realism to Abstraction: The Work of Lawrence Hollingsworth
First Friday Opening Reception Friday, November 6th Beverages for purchase and complimentary snacks. 5pm-5:45pm 6pm-6:45pm 7pm-7:45pm Timed, limited sessions with 35 people per session. Please call the gallery to reserve yours! Slots are available on a first come, first served basis. **Masks are required in the gallery** Music for the evening provided by Jordan Scott This First Friday event is sponsored by Troy & Theresa Stavens EXHIBITION DATES NOV 6th – 28th A Journey From Realism to Abstraction The Work…
Find out more »Selected Small Works “Pop-Up” Show
Just in time for the holiday season! Shop a selection of small works, all 12" or less, from artists working in a variety of media. This show is perfect for those who are interested in starting an art collection or looking to introduce the work of a new artist to their existing collection. November 27th - December 26th Submission Details Artists in any medium may submit up to 5 works of art, 12" square or less in size. Images…
Find out more »December 2020
Artful Giving & Small Works
Join us as we "celebrate artful giving" Find one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts for your special someone! This show features work by local and regional artists and artisans. New this year, Selected Small Works, a "pop-up" show, will take place during Artful Giving. First Friday Opening Reception Friday, December 4th Beverages for purchase and complimentary snacks. 5pm-5:45pm 6pm-6:45pm 7pm-7:45pm Timed, limited sessions with 35 people per session. Please call the gallery to reserve yours! Slots are available on a first come, first…
Find out more »Holiday String Quartet at Arts on Main
Join us as we celebrate the season in music! Musicians from the Courthouse Community Orchestra will perform festive songs that will put you in the holiday spirit! This event is free and reservations are required. Please call the gallery to reserve your space for this special event.
Find out more »January 2021
Cardboard Loom Weaving with Janet Griffin
Join weaver, Janet Griffin, for a foray into the fiber arts through Cardboard Loom Weaving. Over the course of four hours, Janet will show you everything you need to know in order to create a beautiful, woven pouch using a cardboard loom that you can recreate at home! A materials fee of $5 is due on the first day of class. A second day, to finish up the project, will be determined by students and only two-hours will be needed.…
Find out more »Arts on Main is proud to offer a wide variety of classes and workshops for both Children & Adults. Among these are Color Your Canvas Kidz, Summer Camps, After School Enrichment Programs, “Crit” Sessions, Open Studio, Paint Your Own Pottery and many more. We look forward to returning to our full complement of activities as soon as possible and complying with all safety precautions in place for Covid-19.
