Gretl Bauer and Beth Cartland
May 24 - June 17, 2017
Opening Reception Thursday, May 25, 2017, 6 - 8 PM​

Gretl Bauer
"Rock, Paper, Scissors...Wood, Metal, Thread"

“…a new Spring bright amoung the weathered stone and brick
We find things that are old and used, well-made, well worn 
and beautiful because of this" 

Robin Robertson
“Sailing the Forest”
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www.gretlbauer.com





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Beth Cartland
"Collage in Past and Present"

Beth Cartland uses a wide range of techniques and materials in her exploration of artistic expression, resulting in powerful works.   She combines a mastery of classic technique and an innovative view of our world resulting in a collection of strikingly original works.   Cartland’s use of spontaneous lines, colors and textures reveal a strong personal vision.   

www.bethcartland.com

Canyon
2016
Paper, Wash, Thread, Bamboo
25 x 16 inches


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Images to Remember
Mixed media on Canvas
30” x 40”

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Phoenix Gallery Project Space

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Women's Caucus for Art/DC Chapter
"Elements of Surprise" 

May 25 - June 17, 2017

The Women’s Caucus for Art of Greater Washington is pleased to present a new exhibition featuring two-and three-dimensional artworks by 19 Washington-area artists at the Phoenix Gallery in New York, NY. This black and white show uses form, composition and sparks of color to surprise and encourage contemplation.
 
Exhibition juried by Sue Stoffel. Sue Stoffel has long been involved with a broad range of NY’s visual arts institutions in a variety of roles: patron, trustee, event planner, fundraiser, docent, educator and board development consultant. Since 2005, Stoffel has worked extensively with private collectors worldwide in acquisition, sales and collections management. Her board memberships have included the Brooklyn Museum of Art and Creative Time. A longstanding member of the Contemporary Arts Council of the Museum of Modern Art, NYC, Stoffel holds an MA in Arts Management from Columbia University.
 
Participating Artists 
Thalia Baez, Nanette Bevan, Madison Bolls, Melissa Carr Dovey, Shosh Cohen, Michele Colburn, Sandra Davis, Marie-B De Amicis, Kim Foley, Jane Forth, Deborah LaCroix, Linda Lowery, Jane Pettit, Cherie Redlinger, Katherine Rodgers, Bushra Shamma, Gillian Spooner, Xinman Wang, Angela White
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The mission of the Women’s Caucus for Art is to create community through art, education, and social activism. WCA is committed to recognizing the contribution of women in the arts; providing women with leadership opportunities and professional development; expanding networking and exhibition opportunities for women; supporting local, national and global art activism; and advocating for equity in the arts for all.
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For more information, visit: www.wcadc.org