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Our Artists!
Please click on one of the artists below to see their bio page, along with a sample of their art:
Gail Axtell |
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Gail has been working and painting in the Gallery for many years and we are proud to have her! She uses casein and acrylic
paint along with ink, pencil and pastel on watercolor paper, rice paper, foils, gold and silver leaf, french marblized papers- anything that catches her fancy! In addition to art, Gail creates stunning jewelry! Her jewelry and paintings are alike in that she pulls in many different components to create rich and complex images. Come and see her gorgeous paintings and the display case with the wearable "works of art"!
Note: Picture is the Studio space of both Gail Axtell and Pat Macintyre. Click here to read more about Gail... |
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Patricia Bason |
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Patricia adds an extra touch of class to the Gallery! She has been working and painting in the Gallery for several years and she is active in many other Galleries in the area including DC. Patricia, like many of our artists, has many years in the business. She has had a rich history of art education and training...her attention to detail and light are stunning! Her mediums include watercolor and oils. Come and see her paintings of fruits, nature, and still-life!
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Lassie Corbett |
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Lassie is a gem here in our Gallery and we are thrilled to have her here! She loves creating art, teaching art, and being a part of the art community....yes, it is truly a "way of life" for her. From Oriental brush painting, to thought-provoking acrylic abstracts, to intricate landscapes, Lassie can do it all and with flair and elegance! She is a wonder in the area and many know her and love her and her art...please come in and view it for yourself!
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Cindy Grisdela |
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Cindy plays with fabric the way she used to play with crayons as a child, first creating an interesting design with brightly colored fabrics and then using her needle to add another dimension by drawing spontaneously across the piece with variegated thread. Her fiber art pays homage to traditional methods used by quiltmakers of the past combined with bold graphic designs that give the feel of contemporary art.
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Ronni Jolles |
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Paper – in its multitude of colors and textures – is the essence of her work. She is often asked: “Who taught you to do this?” The answer is no-one taught her this new art form. She created it herself. Her artistic life began with drawing, painting, printmaking, and photography. With a background in all of these media, she moved towards collage due to her tactile nature and her quest for texture. When she discovered paper as a medium, a whole new textural world opened up. While working on a piece, it was the medium of paper that caused her work to constantly evolve and continually surprise her. SheI produces an ever-changing body of work that has a painterly quality but contains textures that can’t be achieved through paint. "I want viewers to look at each piece and wonder how I created it. In an art world moving towards giclee prints, each of my pieces is clearly an original and impossible to capture in two dimensions." .
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Kathy J. Kautter |
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Pick a medium, any medium: Kathy Kautter can use them all! Her interpretation of light is astounding as she can find beauty in an overcast day or a simple cloud. A strong leader, Kathy has been heavily involved with the art community as well as local event planning. This same passion and strength shines through in her wonderful acrylics…come and witness Kathy’s spirit in her various mediums!
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Joan S. Kelly |
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Joan's work is bold, vibrant, and filled with energy. Her human compositions are dynamic, capturing the spirit of the indivudual. Joan's landscapes capture the essence of what she sees in nature...her world truly is filled with 'shimmering color'. Be ready for a feast for the eyes when you see Joan's beautiful paintings!
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Colleen Koranek |
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Colleen is a talented artist who is thrilled to be the newest member of the gallery. The oriental flair of her work engages the eye and makes one want to see more! This chick is going to make her mark on the art world...be prepared to say "I knew her when."
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Pat Macintyre |
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Pat is truly a Reston legend! She likes to paint the history of the area...her soft acrylic and pastel works convey a sense of the past, yet feel modern in their style. Her tireless efforts on behalf of the art community in Reston is inspiring. Whether it be painting or organizing shows, teaching art to children or representing the visual arts on numerous boards and foundations, "the proof is in the pudding" so-to-speak, as the outcome the outcome is beautiful art, a beautiful gallery and a thriving community of artists and patrons. Note: Picture is the Studio space of both Gail Axtell and Pat Macintyre.
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Claudia Samper |
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Claudia uses color and composition to convey a sense of randomness and beauty. These elements give life to the characters of her vibrant human depictions. In each painting Claudia unveils the human complexity telling a story through a moment in time. come and see Claudia's colorful portraits and depiction of nature.
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Marie Straw |
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Marie takes everyday objects - such as keys, coins, brushes - adds vibrant acrylic paint, and creates bold pieces. Her paintings may appear whimsical at first glance, but further study will elicit a response of depth, connection, and symbology. You can tell family is an important part of her oeuvre. Come and see Marie's eclectic works of art and color!
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Roberta Thole |
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Roberta is our in-house authority in classical art and symbolism --- her works are rich in symmetry and proportion that reflect Greek and Roman influence. After her subject matter is highly researched, she uses copper and other mediums to create an orderly arrangement of parts. The finished pieces, then, are in a catagory of their own: Ancient (yet) Modern Classical Works with hints of Architecture, Fine Arts, Music, and Poetry layered and textured throughout these pieces. Roberta has taken that era and theorized it into wonderful works of art!
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Gail Axtell
Patricia Bason
Lassie Corbett
Cindy Grisdela
Ronni Jolles
Kathy J. Kautter
Joan S. Kelly
Colleen Koranek
Pat Macintyre
Claudia Samper
Marie Straw
Roberta Thole
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