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Open Studios: Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8 from 12pm to 5pm
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Mid City Artists (MCA), a decade old visual art collective, located in one of the liveliest sections of the city, opens their studio doors on November 7th and 8th. Local artists invite the public to explore and interact in the intimate setting of their studios, spread among the Mid City area of NW Washington DC (from Dupont Circle, to U Street and Logan Circle), by offering visitors a rare portal into the artists’ creative habitat.
Visitors can enjoy DC’s fall weather by touring artist studios and witnessing an expansive offering of art and culture by some of the city’s most talented and creative artists. It is an opportunity to see the most recent works by artists at the site of their origin, gain meaningful insight into their process of creation and participate in the District’s dynamic and diverse arts community. MCA open studios gives collectors and art lovers the opportunity to purchase works directly from the artists’ studio inventory and discover new talent before it makes its way to the gallery walls.
Open Studios is free and offers self-guided and guided tours. The self-guided tour is an open format that has proven to be an ideal way to encourage dialogue between artists and enthusiasts allowing visitors to gain firsthand knowledge about the creative process. Additionally a number of local curators and artists will lead guided tours to select studios during the Open Studios weekend. The guided tours are on a first-come, first-serve basis and will help familiarize participants with the works in a conversational setting. These free guided tours must be reserved in advance. To reserve a tour and to download our map, visit the MCA website (www.midcityartists.com).
MCA studios remain nestled among the new condos, trendy shops and restaurants, proving that artists find ways to make space for their creativity. These local artists continue to contribute to the growth of Mid City by infusing the neighborhood with authenticity, creativity and economic activity. MCA is a driving force in keeping art and creative expression alive within Mid City.
Numerous business sponsors support MCA by exhibiting member works throughout the year and during Open Studios weekend. Cocova, is exhibiting Michael Crossett’s work during this Open Studios weekend. MCA artists are not only active within Mid City but also regionally. Mixed media artist, Marie Ringwald has a show atArtists and Makers Studios in Rockville, entitled These Go to 11 and Brian Petro has an exhibition through December 15th at Gallery 50 in Rehoboth Beach.
Open Studios Participating Artists: Chuck Baxter, Scott G. Brooks, Marion Colomer, Michael Crossett, Brand Dave, Indira Marin Dingledine, Glenn Fry, Charlie Gaynor, Miguel Perez Lem, Lucinda Friendly Murphy, Betto Ortiz, Mark Parascandola, Brian Petro, George H. Smith-Shomari, Robert Wiener, Colin Winterbottom. Others by appointment.
