
Monthly Featured Artists
The Workhouse Arts Center has more than 70+ resident visual artists who occupy studios on campus, as well as a collective group of off-site artists who display their work in the Arches Gallery. Every month, in each building, the work of individual artists or a group of artists is featured in a special exhibition that runs for the entire month. During our Second Saturday art walks our featured artists (and many other studio artists!) are on campus to talk about their work and processes. And, if you love what you see, you can take it with you, as most art on campus is available for purchase!
Visit the Galleries and Exhibitions on Campus
Wednesday 11 AM – 6 PM
Thursday 11 AM – 6 PM
Friday 11 AM – 6 PM
Saturday 11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday Noon – 5 PM
W-5: "Color Burst" by Denise Phalan
The works in this show are greatly influenced by Phalan’s years living in Latin America. Several works center around the celebration of the Day of The Dead…
W-10: "Ready, FRONT!" by Dani Figueroa
Ready, FRONT! is a collection of expressive and colorful pieces that showcase what Dani Figueroa’s military service has meant to her.
W-9: “Portraits” by Gene Moty
In “Portraits”, Gene engages with the viewer by providing glimpses into the people of his life through abstract portraits.
W-7: "Glass Ribbons and Friends" by Suellen Black
Suellen volunteered at the Workhouse even before it opened. Once it opened she continued volunteering and taking glass classes. She joined with three other students to share a studio as emerging artists.
W-6: "Women Unseen" by Elizabeth Blaisdell
I create these abstract backgrounds and then draw a figure or woman's face on top but I draw the figure with my eyes closed. These are the ladies that live in my head
W-7: "Visual Verbs" by Candi Cochrane Durusu
Sculpture is action that has been frozen, by hands that have rendered it into a solid material. Verbs are actions frozen into language, by symbols. This show contemplates that space in between.
W-8: Christy Boltersdorf for April 2022
W-8 Ceramic artists share the diversity of their work during April. From functional to sculptural, elegant to whimsical, artists showcase the possibilities of clay.
W-10: “Water” by Mike Stevens
I find beauty in many things, particularly in what most people do not truly see, even though they may “see” these objects every day. I find those overlooked and often missed things and share them with the world through my camera.
W-5: "Exhale" by Phoebe Twichell Peterson
"Exhale" is a series of underwater oil paintings inspired by my reactions to the pandemic and and my concerns for the environment.
W-9: “Backdrop” by Audra Meckstroth
Emerging artist Audra Meckstroth’s exhibit “Backdrop” illustrates the essence of people by focusing on the spaces we craft around us.
On exhibit April 2-May 1, 2022 in Arches Gallery at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia.
W-7: “Pate de verre flowers and plants” by Karen Abbott
A collection of works in Pate de verre consisting of flowers and plants. The works contained in the exhibition are plants coming alive in a springtime greenhouse.
W-6: “Virginia Venues in Maps” by Kevin Poorman
Kevin's love of visual artwork stems from his early upbringing; he grew up working in his family-owned artist supplies and picture framing business in Southern Indiana. He fondly recalls the many artists in his youth who generously shared with him their precious time, creative talents and heartfelt passion for the visual arts.
W-5: “Spring Clean” March 2022 Group Show
Spring Clean - Building 5 artists are cleaning out their studios to make room for new artwork! Earlier work, work not part of a current series or other less expensive work will be marked down for quick sale. If you are a bargain shopper, this is the show for you!
W-8: Ceramics for March 2022
W-8 Ceramic artists share the diversity of their work during March. From functional to sculptural, elegant to whimsical, artists showcase the possibilities of clay.
W-10: “The Value of Yellow” March 2022 Group Show
Got a case of the winter blahs? The artists of building 10 would like to invite you to their group show ‘The Value of Yellow, featuring pieces that are yellow-centric or use yellow in an interesting way. Beat the blahs and brighten your home with this under-appreciated cheerful color.
W-8: “Impressions of Figure” by Brian Grow
Brian Grow figures are often allowed to maintain their abstract presence and on occasion are encouraged to be more illustrative. They interact; speak with and to the world. The suggested figures are incomplete and at best reflective of the baggage that I carry. They are heavy.
W-7: “Flaming Hearts” by Sarah Wicks February 2022
This show is a creative take on traditional Valentine's Day art, incorporating hearts, flames, and mythical creatures.
W-9: “Nature and its Inspirations” Group Exhibit February 2022
January and February 2022 Featured Artists in the Workhouse Arches Gallery in building W-9 are inspired by nature. Participating artists include Barry Heyman, Sandra McClelland Lewin, Kathleen Best Gillman and Marc Pachon. Reception will take place during this month’s Second Saturday Art Walk on Saturday, February 12, 2022 from 6pm – 9pm.
“Two’s for 2022” February 2022 Featured artist in Building W-6
Building W-6 is Featuring its “Two’s for 2022” represents two pieces of artwork from each artist in building 6. The artwork will show various mediums, watercolor, acrylics, mixed medium, oils, pen and ink and fiber arts. We have several new artists as well as artists who have been at the Workhouse since 2008.
“Patterns and Repetition” February 2022 Featured artist in Building W-5
Patterns and Repetition: This group show will feature artwork that uses pattern or repeating elements like color, lines or shapes to create rhythm and interest.