The Global Children’s Event at Wolf Trap is a youth-oriented event dedicated to performing, visual, and interactive arts from around the globe. The event will provide opportunities for children to learn about world cultures through art, song, and dance; appreciate nature; and learn actions they can take to protect our world. The Vienna Arts Society […]
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Aug
Aug
Pastel artist Karina Mosser, who emigrated from Russia in the 1990s, headlined our September member meeting on Thursday, September 11th. Karina has developed a unique blending technique, which adds brilliance to colors. Her work projects a strong feeling of hope, harmony, and serenity. A member of the Pastel Society of America, Kaarina regularly exhibits her […]
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Aug
Aug
Introducing the Public Art Locator Challenge!
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Aug
Aug
All our senses are the theme for the new show at the Vienna Arts Society art center. Stop by and see how our members interpreted seeing, touching, tasting, hearing, smelling, feeling and even their perception of body position in their paintings. You’ll see our stunning oil, acrylic, watercolor and mixed media artwork, both abstract and […]
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Aug
Aug
It was a hands-on celebration of nature and imagination! The VAS team put on a morning of family art projects on Sun Aug 1 at Wolf Trap National Park. Visitors created collages, folded their favorite animals, fashioned fans, pressed fish prints and made masks, all with loads of bling! There was lots to do for […]
02
Aug
Aug
Get ready for a fun, hands-on experience where you’ll learn to craft your very own custom candles—from start to finish! Whether you’re a beginner or a DIY enthusiast, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to create something beautiful and relaxing. We’ll explore different wax types, color layering, and how to pour and decorate your […]
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Jul
Jul
Explore New Acrylic Techniques This Fall Join Lynn Goldstein for a hands-on abstract painting workshop on Sept 13-14 from 1:00-4:00. You’ll explore fresh ways to work with acrylics—like building 3D effects and creating encaustic-inspired textures without the wax. Whether you’re taking from Lynn the first time or returning, this workshop offers something new for everyone. […]
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Jul
Jul
The Vienna Arts Society (VAS) is proud to announce that it has been voted Best Art Gallery in Fairfax in the prestigious FFXnow Readers’ Choice Awards. Each year, the awards highlight outstanding local organizations and businesses that enrich the cultural and social fabric of Fairfax County. With so many outstanding galleries and art spaces across […]
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Jun
Jun
Photographer W. Lee Meeks headlined the VAS’s recent membership meeting on July 10th at the Vienna Art Center. Lee is an Aerospace Engineer, former Marine Infantry Officer, Author, Instructor, and Photographer, who is inspired by the intersection of STEM & Art. As he explains, “Photography’s tenets include perspective, framing, composition, lines, & shape. There are […]
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Jun
Jun
At our June open watercolor studio, we revisited some of our favorite watercolor tutorials and explored some tips and ideas. Our open studios are open to all. Attendees are free to watch our tutorials or focus on their own work. Join us for some great company and painting fun! Our open studios are held at […]