Enjoy April at Art Works. Throughout April, Art Works is open to the
public, offering a variety of engaging exhibits. Join us for a
fun-filled scavenger hunt with prizes, perfect for both the young and
the young at heart. This activity culminates with a special reward for
those who find the hidden treasures in our center. We also offer two
figure drawing sessions on the 1st and 3rd Sundays. And mark your
calendars for Friday, April 25th, when we’ll host a reception to
celebrate the opening of our new art exhibits. Make a day of it by
exploring the local eateries, including Continental, Stock, Pig and
Brew, Iron Clad Pizza, Café Zata, and The Gold Lion. 4th Friday April
25 at Art Works As the school year wraps up, students from Henrico
Center for the Arts are completing their four years of artistic study.
Art Works is honored to host their exhibits throughout April and May.
Additionally, Zakari Yonkers’ exhibit will debut, offering a
powerful exploration of LGBTQ culture and Black culture, while Olga
Rokhmanyuk brings a unique Eastern perspective on amulets and love.
Local artists will also showcase their talents in the juried All Media
Show. As part of the RVA Thriving Artists Bridge Project, Julisa
Carranza Torres showcases his work, exploring themes of Hispanic
culture and the immigrant experience. Henrico Center for the Arts
Senior students of the Henrico Center for the Arts program exhibit
their artwork which represents four years of study. The exhibit
features a myriad of art forms and immerging perspectives. This
exhibit will be in the Jane Sandelin Gallery at Art Works. The exhibit
opens on April 25, 2025, and continues through – May 3, 2025.
________________________________________ Identity by Zakari Yonkers
Zakari Yonkers is a self-taught artist from Richmond. As a black and
queer artist, Yonkers captures the complexities of both identities in
today’s society. Their work features vibrant colors and distorted
proportions, guiding the viewer’s eyes and reflecting personal and
cultural experiences. Yonkers experiments with various textures and
mediums, focusing on themes like hair and music to highlight and
positively redefine black culture, challenging viewers to see these
identities in a new light. The exhibit will be in the Centre Gallery
at Art Works through May 17, 2025.
________________________________________ Love Through Amulets by Olga
Rokhmanyuk – ROArtUs Amulets symbolize protection and love for those
who are dear to us. Olga Rokhmanyuk pours her heart and soul into each
painting, infusing them with the brightest emotions. She believes
these spiritually charged artworks emit inner strength and positivity,
bringing empowerment and joy to those who encounter them. The exhibit
will be in the Corner Gallery at Art Works through May 17, 2025.
________________________________________ April 2025 All Media Show
This exhibit is a focal point of all Art Works’ openings. It is a
juried show with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. The show is
open to all artists and all mediums. There is no theme this month.
Nikki Santiago will juror the exhibit. Santiago is a Williamsburg,
VA-based artist and educator at the College of William and Mary, has
exhibited in over 150 group and solo shows, is affiliated with First
Street Gallery in NYC, and has received multiple fellowships and
recognitions, including being named a finalist for the prestigious
Bennett Prize celebrating women painters in the representational
figure tradition. Call for entries is March 15 – April 13, 2025, and
may be submitted through the online form. The exhibit will be in the
Skylight Gallery at Art Works through May 15, 2025. Save
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