2nd Saturday
Open House & Art Walk
Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton VA
More Info Coming Soon:
April 12, 2025 I 6-9PM
Theme:
Earth Day Art Extravaganza
CLYDE’S by Lynn Nottage
Set on the historic grounds of the original prison, CLYDE’S brings a powerful story of redemption to life, where a truck stop sandwich shop becomes a second chance for its formerly incarcerated kitchen staff.
FREE Activities
Discover the exciting activities we've lined up, where creativity meets sustainability. Get ready to roll up your sleeves, have fun, and make a lasting impact on our planet!
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Create eco-friendly masterpieces and craft your very own clay planters to take home.
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Design your own miniature wind turbines and learn about renewable energy in a fun, interactive way.
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Express your love for the environment in style and design your own eco-themed t-shirt using fabric paints!
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Give the birds a cozy home! Paint your very own birdhouse to hang in your backyard, helping to support local wildlife.
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Start your gardening journey by planting seeds at our DIY station. Take home your little plant to nurture and grow!
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Make a pledge to the Earth! Share your commitment to sustainability and leave a personal message on our Earth Day pledge wall.
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Contribute to a vibrant mural that will celebrate Earth Day, created by local families. Come together to leave your mark on this inspiring community art piece.
Exhibits
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Required Reading
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Appearance
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Investigating Identity
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CREATE & SIP
CREATE & SIP
Come for the art, stay for the fun, and leave with a one-of-a-kind creation to cherish!
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Featured Artists
Laura Bruce (Painting) - W9, Studio …
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Show Dates: 4/12 and 5/10
Opening Reception:
April 12, 6-9pm
Blue is more than a color—it’s a journey, a language, a rhythm. In my work, Tangled Up in Blues isn’t aboutfeeling blue; it’s about getting lost in the endless depths of the color itself. Layered, woven, and fluid, blue moves through each piece like a current, shifting between light and shadow, boldness and quiet. From the electric pulse of cobalt to the soft whisper of ultramarine, these paintings explore how blue can hold space, create tension, and breathe. It’s not just a hue—it’s a conversation, a pulse, a state of becoming.
Grant Baudoin (Drawing and Mixed Media) - W10, Studio 1006
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The inspiration for this watercolor series was my minds daily routine that is non existent to people who know me or people who do but never got the story. I have to keep myself in the art producing attitude as to keep my rhythm. Production rhythm is a flow and I’ve tapped into a recent workflow on my body growth as I turn into a respectable artist. The upgrades are visible to me and will continue to allow me to get better with timing and project completion. I want my son Ryan to see that progress is key and never to give up. As he sees me create drawings and paintings, he’s also seeing my relief and stress leave. To see him understand his body and mind as I create a healthy environment. Allows me to know my daily actions are a precursor to his healthy daily life.
Sandi Martina (Glass)
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W5
Building W-5 at the Workhouse Arts Center is home to a dynamic group of 15 artists, each bringing a unique voice and vision to their craft. Visitors to W-5 will find a rich and diverse blend of artistic disciplines, from traditional painting to contemporary mixed media. The studios feature work in encaustic and mixed media, acrylic combined with colored pencil, and expressive watercolor and collage compositions.
W6
Building W-6 is housing 14 artists who work across an diverse range of mediums. This building offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of traditional techniques and contemporary approaches. Inside, you’ll find artists working in mixed media, acrylic painting, and oil painting, as well as watercolor and figure drawing, capturing the human form with expressive detail. Fiber arts are also prominently featured, specializing in batik, weaving, and quilting—each bringing texture, color, and storytelling to their work through fabric and thread.
W7
Building W-7, affectionately known as the Glasshouse, is home to 11 exceptional glass artists who bring extraordinary craftsmanship and creativity to this specialized medium. Visitors entering the Glasshouse will find themselves immersed in the luminous world of glass art, where fire, heat, and imagination transform raw materials into breathtaking works. Artists in W-7 work primarily in torchworked and fused glass, each with their own distinctive style and technique.
W8
Whether you're drawn to bold contemporary pieces or delicate, intricate designs, W-5 provides an immersive experience where creativity thrives. Visitors can engage with the artists, gain insight into their techniques, and even take home a one-of-a-kind piece. With ever-evolving work on display, each visit to W-5 offers something fresh and inspiring.
W9
Building W-9, known as The Arches, offers a unique experience at the Workhouse Arts Center. Unlike other buildings that feature full-time resident artists, The Arches houses a rotating group of 15 artists—a collective of accomplished creatives who are selected to exhibit and work in the space for shorter-term residencies. This ever-changing dynamic makes The Arches a vibrant and evolving destination for art lovers. Visitors will find expressive paintings, inventive mixed media works, and compelling photography—including nature and infrared photography that explore light, texture, and storytelling in fresh ways.