Great Falls Studio produced a much-needed breath of visual arts activities and opportunities the weekend of Oct. 15 to 17. Patrons of the arts, those looking to support artists by purchasing pieces for their homes or offices, and folks simply looking to soak in creative energies had the opportunity at the 18th Annual Great Falls Studio Art Tour.
John Francis McCabe, oil painter Great Falls Artists’ Atelier
According to The Connection Newspapers, "Tobias Webster, 13 of Great Falls, visited the Atelier Studios, a stop on the tour, with his mother, Erin. The artists in residence at the Artists' Atelier lease their spaces from the Arts of Great Falls. The non-profit arts organization provides affordable, shared studio spaces as one part of its mission. Tobias does not paint but likes to look at how artists create. "It's inspiring … that people can make these amazing pieces," he said, looking at works by artist Jill Banks. "This one is the best example. When you look at the people, their faces are so well done. But they are not clear. It allows you to see yourself there, associate with memories."
As per The Connection Newspapers, "Asked his personal goals at the time, Lawrence said, "to develop my collection of images of Great Falls, and another is to help Great Falls Studios find a permanent location in the community." He said one of the organization's goals was to find a facility where the artists in the village could work, teach and display their work to the public. "Great Falls has the potential to become the art center of Northern Virginia, and I want to work towards making it a reality."
Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.
