Category Archives: Co-op News

Artist Profile: Jewell Hellems

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

For Jewell Hellems, it’s color that inspires her paintings. “I love color,” she says. “I think people who love color also love nature.” As could be expected, then, a brilliant palette illuminates Hellems’ paintings, including a very pink watercolor pig, … Continue reading →

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Shameless Plug

Posted on February 7, 2012 by

One of our artist members, Rip Smith, won a Juror’s Choice Award at the Cumberland Valley Photographic Salon at the Washington County Museum of Fine Art. The annual juried photography exhibition is on view January 28 through April 29, 2012 … Continue reading →

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Let Art Warm Your Heart

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Co-op Reception Saturday February 11 Don’t let our customary grim February weather get you down. Come out to the Washington Street Artists’ Cooperative gallery and let art warm your heart. You may just find that perfect Valentine’s gift among the … Continue reading →

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THIS & THAT, a “Neo Post-Modern” Exhibit

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

Artists’ Cooperative Opens THIS & THAT, a “Neo Post-Modern” Exhibit Prepare to have your eyes opened. The Washington Street Artists’ Cooperative mounts an exciting mixed media and installation exhibit, THIS & THAT, at the gallery from January 12 through February, … Continue reading →

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Beat Cabin Fever January 21

Posted on December 27, 2011 by

Beat Cabin Fever January 21 Break the ice of the winter doldrums and step into the warm embrace of art that’s Made in America. It’s a new way to be patriotic and surround yourself with beauty at the same time. … Continue reading →

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New Members Juried in December

Posted on December 26, 2011 by

The Washington Street Artists’ Co-op welcomes three new juried members, bringing the co-op to 28 members. Anna Gibson, photographer, has an eye for beauty. The icy lace of trees in winter reflected in a frozen pond, a pendulous crimson bud … Continue reading →

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Next Jury Session Deadline December 4, 2011

Posted on November 28, 2011 by

Our next jurying for new artists and crafters will take place in early December. We will accept priced, gallery-ready work at the gallery up to end-of-day, Sunday, December 4. Jurying will take place on Tuesday, December 6. Work may be … Continue reading →

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Holiday Activities in Charles Town

Posted on November 28, 2011 by

Stuff Your Stocking – Friday, December 9th at 5-7pm, downtown Charles Town – bring your stocking downtown and stop in at participating businesses to receive special holiday treats. Charles Town Christmas Home Tour & Marketplace – Saturday, December 10th – Come see … Continue reading →

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New Bedazzling Beading Class

Posted on October 27, 2011 by

Bedazzling Beading Class Description: Expanding on circular flat peyote stitch the student will learn both increases and decreases to form a beautiful dimensional rosette from which will hang a gemstone or crystal drop. Prior knowledge of peyote stitch is helpful … Continue reading →

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Join Us for the Harvest Color Splash

Posted on October 25, 2011 by

Harvest Color Splash Reception Saturday November 19 A dazzling new exhibit with new work by the 26 members of the Co-op will be mounted for November to celebrate our new identity! Join the artists of the Washington Street Artists’ Cooperative … Continue reading →

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