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Fostel’s drawings are focused on the bedroom as a unique place where a sole woman occupant can be free of the objectification and expectation imposed upon her most anywhere else. The work acknowledges each woman through representation of her space, rather than her body. 
The work in this exhibition is inspired by Kumiko, a Japanese art form established in the Asuka era (600–700 AD). These intricate pieces made of wood, fabric, gold leaf, and paper are part of Gootnick’s work which introduces Kumiko to the broader audience. 
This immersive experience in mixed media work by Maynard takes inspiration from various mythological vantage points to explore the idea of paradise and humanity’s preoccupation with it. 
Work in this exhibition is from members of the talented artists of the Olney Art Association. Established to support both emerging and established artists, the association offers a platform for showcasing diverse styles and mediums through exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative projects. 
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Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine's Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. SEPT 15 TO NOV 15: Explore block printing In addition, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine at Home YouTube channel. You ... 
The work in this exhibition attempts to change reality by reimagining perception. Ames says about the work, “If I can change my external reality, I can change my internal reality. It is based on the choices I make.” 
Toys are a source of entertainment for children and a source of inspiration for artists. Turning circles into spheres and triangles into cones on a flat surface is both a challenge and a joy. Work and play are complementary activities. 
This collection of photographs features often overlooked blooms in the Mid-Atlantic region literally everywhere and anywhere where conditions are good for their growth. 
Artists Whitney Dahlberg, Courtney Prahl, and Krissy Benson present the Quilt of Continuing Bonds, which supports parents who have lost a child to overdose and substance abuse 
Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine's Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. OCT 15 TO DEC 15: Make an oil pastel “painting” of your friends and family, inspired by Alice Neel, our fall Artist of Inspiration In addition, a ... |
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Intimidated by charcoal or want to experiment with drawing on different surfaces? Join our Contemporary Innovations Artist, Erin Fostel, to play around with charcoal in this beginner-friendly evening workshop! Make a gradient scale, learn blending, experiment with different papers, and build and subtract tone with a leaf drawing. Tuition includes all supplies.
$50.00 – $75.00
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One model, three Halloween costumes. Bring your artistic media of choice and get in the spooky (or silly) spirit with a live figure drawing model clothed in a series of costumes. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their own supplies; easels are available.
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Dedicated to serving adults on the autism spectrum and those with neurodiversity 
This biennial exhibition showcases artwork made by former service members of the United States military. CALL FOR ENTRIES: Veteran-artists are invited to submit one work of art for automatic entry. Artists of all skill levels and media are encouraged to participate. Visit delaplaine.org for more information. Deadline for submissions is October 5. 
Rottcher’s work in this exhibition is an exploration of notions like joy, chaos, identity, and the tensions between the highs and lows in life. 
Bridging the gap between documentary and conceptual photography, the work in this exhibition is a look into the relationship between humanity and the natural world, reminding us that life is fleeting. 
Using traditional oil painting methods and the tradition of still life as a theme, Tyner’s works take on a contemporary feel when the specificity of the objects are considered, merging the past with the present.
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Explore the Splotch Monster images of Virginia-based artist Steve Loya and take a nod from the century-old parlor games of the Surrealists to invent an array of characters. Processes will include collage, experimenting with watercolor, and embellishments in ink.
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Self-portraits can be so much fun! Using a variety of mediums, including pencil, oil pastels, watercolor paints, and more, artists will leave this workshop with their very own artwork featuring themselves!
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Join us as we enhance our understanding and appreciation of art! Talks will be presented in person at the Delaplaine, and then will be available on our YouTube channel about two weeks later. THIS MONTH: Solo exhibition artists Eric Rottcher, Garrett Walker, and C. Fred Tyner will discuss the work in their exhibitions. FREE |
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Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. Third Space is what you make it! Open to adult artists of any visual artistic medium. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their ...
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Join us onsite or by Zoom for Jennifer Dasal’s discussion of her new book, The Club: Where American Women Artists Found Refuge in Belle Époque Paris. "The Club" was a revolutionary place for creativity, activism, and empowerment, allowing women of ambition to grow as teachers, artists, and suffragists—and to forge connections with figures like Auguste ... |
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Working in charcoal, create large, developed drawings of models in costumed scenarios. Areas of focus for this weekend workshop will include blending techniques, tonal range, and composition. Previous drawing experience highly recommended. Tuition includes model fee and all supplies. NOTE: This course takes place on Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday on ...
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If you are new to sewing or need a refresher, this one-afternoon afternoon workshop will take you from threading your machine to making a drawstring bag. Learn the tools and terms to get you creating! Tuition includes all supplies, but students who own sewing machines are encouraged to bring them. A limited number of machines ...
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Meet up with area photographic artists and collect some new works of art! Mingle and meet new photo friends, chat about your work and processes, and trade some photographs. Prints should be no larger than 12x12 inches, must be your original work, and can be any photographic medium, including digital, darkroom, and alternative/experimental methods. Prints ... |
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Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine's Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. NOV 15 TO JAN 15: Design a tapestry In addition, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine at Home YouTube channel. You ...
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Spend the morning getting messy! Experiment with a variety of mediums and tools as you dive into the exciting world of messy art projects. These activities are more than just fun; they are a gateway to learning and imagination. Tuition includes all supplies.
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Create a beautiful "quilt" star to be used as an ornament or decoration in this afternoon workshop! This method uses a traditional Scandinavian technique to weave and fold strips of fabric instead of sewing them. Tuition includes all supplies.
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Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. Third Space is what you make it! Open to adult artists of any visual artistic medium. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their ...
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Discover the magic of throwing clay on the pottery wheel and learn as you are guided through the fundamentals of wheel throwing in this one-afternoon workshop. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, learn to center, pull, and shape clay into beautiful vessels. Join us for an afternoon of fun and ...
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Bundle up as we photograph over 20 boats with their elaborate lighting displays, all located on Carroll Creek! We will start in the classroom to cover the appropriate camera controls, then head outside to capture unique photos of the stunning fleet. We will also do classic light trail photos along Market and Patrick Streets, taking ...
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Cast off your preconceived ideas about abstract painting in acrylics to improve your design, expand your artistic knowledge, and enhance your painting skills! Develop your own style and approach to abstracts in an open studio format with light instruction. Students should have basic painting experience. Supply list will be included with confirmation.
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In partnership with Celebrate Frederick, “Frederick During the Holidays” is a delightful display of original artwork created by local Frederick artists. The exhibit is on display in Gardiner Hall during the reception. A limited number of pieces will remain on display throughout the month of December in the Community Outreach Gallery. From the exhibit submissions, ... |
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Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. Third Space is what you make it! Open to adult artists of any visual artistic medium. Registration at delaplaine.org is encouraged. Artists must provide their ...
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Celebrating the festive atmosphere of Frederick during the holidays (For more information about the program and how to enter, visit the Exhibition Opportunities page.) 
For Moulden, painting is a way to engage with the full range of human emotions, from beauty and light to fear and darkness. He thinks of his work as having both the openness of poetry and the wonder of dreams. 
For more than 30 years, the Frederick Camera Clique has dedicated itself to improving the skills of its members, who range from beginners to semi-professionals. 
This exhibition of large-scale acrylic on canvas paintings explores the awe-inspiring beauty and solitude of the American Southwest. Through interpretations of iconic landmarks such as the Grand Canyon, Little Colorado River Gorge, Monument Valley, Valley of the Gods, and Joshua Tree, viewers are invited to immerse themselves in the timeless vistas and landscapes that define ... A celebration of Delaplaine students! Each quarter, the Delaplaine offers classes in a wide variety of media for students of all ages and skill levels. Artwork in the exhibition was created in a class at the Delaplaine sometime over the last two years. 
Play a variety of collaborative drawing games with other students to create unpredictable works of art! The Surrealists en Masse and Lynda Barry will be some cultural exemplars discussed while we have fun in this camp focused on process, experimentation, and collaboration.
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Complete your holiday gift list—including some for yourself!—at the Winter Arts Emporium, our holiday artists market, held on the first Saturday in December each year. <p 2025 Vendors: Olga Baranova Fran Byrne Gary Carver Linda Daniels Cermak Clustered Spires Quilt Guild Stelar Designs (Larisa and Steve Dittman) Generals Coffee Beth Higgins Diana Hirschhorn Freckles and ...
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Calling all elves! Join us for another year of one of our most popular children’s programs, Secret Elf Workshop! The best gifts are the ones you make, so travel up to the North Pole (a.k.a. our 3rd-floor studio) to create arts and crafts that you can give as holidays gifts. Space is limited. Registration required. ...
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Design a dachshund pup playing in the snow using paint techniques and paper collage! |
