Marionette Workshop, Andrea Rowe Kraus, 24 x 48 in.
Unmasked: Dolls, Masks, and Marionettes
Andrea Rowe Kraus
Artist and avid traveler Andrea Rowe Kraus presents a new exhibition inspired by international markets, and the beautiful masks and dolls that they contain. Centered around the artist's travels to Ghana, Sierra Leone, Myanmar, Austria, and Uzbekistan, Kraus uses her varied repertoire of artistic media to transport the viewer into the scene. Acrylic paintings, lino prints, and photographs are richly layered with collage elements that pay homage to the markets' fine craftsmen, and include authentic materials such as Ikat fabric from Uzbekistan. Every print in the exhibition is done in the reduction, or "suicide," method of printing, in which the block is cut away after each color is printed, allowing for no mistakes, and displaying the artist's touch.
2021 Fellowship Exhibition
At the heart of Studio Gallery is our mission to uplift young and emerging artists. This year, our annual Fellowship exhibition highlights three emerging artists who infuse everyday observations with elements of the extraordinary. Shawn “Painta” Lindsey derives inspiration from women’s social media feeds, transforming casual photos into vibrant paintings that pulse with energy. Ceramicist J.S. Herbert subverts traditional ceramics practices though her illustrative, textured glazing and swooping forms. Our newest Fellow, artist Camilla King, uses a plethora of of media (including printmaking, oil paint, and gouache) to convey the beauty of African American people. Through their original artwork, our Fellows represent the spirit of DC’s burgeoning artist community. Studio Gallery strives to support artists in our community while fostering public appreciation for diverse local art.