Arty4ever Blog

  Open Studio Today! 1-4 pm Sunday, Dec. 1st, 2024 Auger Artwork Studios  Rockville, Maryland Click here for Directions Or, if you can't make it in person, you can always visit my website:  OffbeatArtwork.com

beachKraft Studio Gallery of Olney presents  group exhibition of artists in the DC-Metro area celebrating the theme of animation, anime, comic books and video games . The exhibition is happening now. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:30 am to 8:00 pm. Join us for an “Artist’s Alley” special event marketplace on: Saturday, November 23, 5—7:00pm We expect to bring together artists, anime and comic book fans, cosplayers, and the local community for this special event celebrating the creativity of local artists and fandom. Don’t miss it! More information can be found at:  thebeachkraft.com Visit us at 18200 Georgia Ave. Units O+N, Olney, MD 20832 (240) 608-2124  

Exhibit runs from Nov. 2, 2018 - Jan. 15, 2019 Artist Reception on Nov. 8th 7 - 8:30 pm  Activity Center at Bohrer Park 506 S Frederick Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20877-2325

Here are a few events happening SUNDAY, SUNDAY, SUNDAY and, as always, you can also order my offbeat artwork any time online at my website: Arty4ever.com Holiday Open House Meet local artists and shop for unique gifts for the holidays! Sunday, Dec. 3rd 1-4pm Glenview Mansion 603 Edmonston Drive Rockville, MD 20851 Yelp Totally Bazaar Yelp's 3rd annual handpicked holida...

Art on the Avenue Free Dash shuttle from the Braddock Rd Metro Mt. Vernon Ave. in Del Ray Alexandria, VA Saturday, October 10, 2015 10am - 6pm (click for details) Please note the dtae change to Oct. 10th.  This is my last outdoor festival of the year and  a great opportunity for some early holiday shopping!  (Find me in space E-102)      

GRUMP at Artisphere! The 4th annual GRUMP will be bigger and better than ever! 75 local vendors, snacks, music and fun. My space is located in The Artisphere's Terrace Gallery. I hope "yule" be able to stop by! And, bring the kids because the 1966 cartoon classic, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," will play all day long in the Dome Theatre for free. Shop local this holiday season AND get your picture taken with a yeti! Sunday, Dec. 14, 11 am to 5 pm The Artisphere 1101 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22209 Thank you all so much for making 2014 another excellent year! ~Michael Auger

Eight of my blacklight-reactive animal paintings were accepted in a juried exhibit by the Rockville Art League titled "Rock Solid" at the Pepco Edison Place Gallery! You can visit Nov. 11 - Dec. 18th,  Tuesdays thru Fridays, from 12 noon to 4pm and/or join me for the Opening Reception: Friday, Nov. 21, 6pm 702 8th Street NW DC 20068

Original Artwork makes a one-of-a-kind gift.  You can order direct from my website and/or meet me at this awesome event... Yelp's Totally Bazaar at Monroe Street Saturday, December 14, 2013 12 pm - 4 pm 716 Monroe St NE Washington, DC 20017 That's right, Yelp is organizing a FIRST EVER handpicked Holiday market that will complete your gift-giving for everyone in your life. Top-rated retailers, local artisans, crafty chics and style mavens will set up pop-up shops to sell their swanky wares. Whether your budget is $5 or $500, you are sure to find something ultra local, extra special and yes, über yelpy! And hey, Yelp retail therapy would not be complete without some complimentary treats so don't miss out on:  Haute drinks DIY S'mores bar A massive cookie buffet Manicure and Massage relaxation station by Manicures-N-Motion Fresh mozzarella balls by &Pizza Ornament making station Visits from Yelper the Red Nosed Reindeer Strolling carolers cour...

Looking for a unique gift for the holidays?  Treat someone special (or yourself) to a work of art!  THE ART OF GIVING BENEFIT SHOW Reception: Saturday, Dec. 15th, 5pm - 8pm The exhibit runs through the end of the year Arlington Arts Gallery 5179 #B Lee Hwy (Entrance in Rear) West Arlington, VA 22027 www.ArlingtonArtsGallery.com I have a few nautical paintings in this show including "Minnie the Mermaid" And, you can find many more gift ideas in all price ranges on my website... http://OffbeatArtwork.com Happy Holidays! P.S. - For those of you in the DC area that own a santa suit... save the date of Saturday, Dec. 15th for Santarchy!  Details at: santarchydc.com

This Saturday, Dec. 3rd, from 12 noon to 4pm is: St. Nick's Xmas Bazaar 15575 Germantown Rd Germantown, MD 20874 And, on Sunday, Dec. 11th (starting at 8pm), is the: Black Cat Rock-N-Shop! 1811 14th Street, NW DC 3 blocks from the U Street/Cardozo Metro Station Come see my latest creations and pick up something fun for the art lovers on your holiday gift list! Hope to see you out there! —Michael

2010 Holiday Bazaar Saturday, December 4th 9 am — 3pm I'll have unique holiday gifts and stocking stuffers on sale!  Episcopal Church of the Ascension 205 South Summit Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (at the corner of Frederick Ave./Route 355 and S. Summit Ave.) AscensionMD.org

I'll have lots of fun blacklight-reactive paintings on sale at Spellbound's 4th Annual Holiday Freak Bazaar! Saturday, November 27th Recessions (below the Quincy Hotel) 1823 L Street NW, Washington, DC Doors open at 5 pm , and all those who purchase something from one of the many vendors get discounts and drink specials through the evening.  The lights go down and the music (goth/darkwave/industrial) gets cranked up at 9pm so come early to shop and stay late to dance! For details, visit:  http://www.spellbound-dc.com

Cool Yule Arty Party! Saturday, Dec. 12th 1 to 7pm artdc.org Gallery at the Lustine Center 5710 Baltimore Avenue Hyattsville, MD 20781 An indoor celebration of art, live music and festive fun! I'll have lots of affordable, offbeat fine art gifts for the holidays available for purchase!