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Bradley + Bradley: The Weight of Vanishing Shadows
Adam and Anita Bradley explore the human condition through sculpture and mixed media. Adam’s life-sized figures express themes of anxiety and grief, while Anita’s layered paintings reflect the search for order in chaos. Their work invites reflection on shared human experiences.
The exhibition will be in the Jane Sandelin Gallery at Art Works and will continue through September 20, 2025.
Mike Bily
Abstract in Nature
Mike Bily’s exhibit invites you to explore the astonishing ecosystems beneath our feet, teeming with life as diverse as coral reefs and as complex as any environment on Earth. For billions of years, natural forces like wind, heat, and water have sculpted our world, creating awe-inspiring landscapes and hidden habitats. As an artist, Mike Bily’s work leans towards figurative art, often categorized as abstract realism or impressionism. His spontaneous depiction captures fleeting moments and passing messages for others to witness and enjoy.
The exhibit will be in the Port I Gallery at Art Works through August 16, 2025.
Sharon Denmark
Found My Marbles
Sharon Denmark’s art exhibit invites you to experience the meditative process of painting through her eyes. Working with acrylics and oils, Sharon captures the world’s intricate forms, from the curl of water to light filtering through glass. Her marble paintings, inspired by her late mother’s vintage collection, blend joy and nostalgia. Each piece reflects her deliberate choices in color and form, encouraging viewers to uncover the layers of story and emotion within her art.
The exhibit will be in the Port II Gallery at Art Works through August 16, 2025.
Rachel Rowden
It Is Caring For You
Originally from California, Rachel Rowden now lives in central Virginia, where a 2023 art program reignited her passion for painting. A former teacher and clinician, she views art as a meditative process—less about expression and more about exploring life’s quiet mysteries and unconscious decisions.
The exhibit will be in the Centre Gallery at Art Works through August 16, 2025.
Blake Bottoms
The Community Bridge Project
Verdancy celebrates queer and trans identities through expressive watercolor works that blend botanical metaphors with personal and mythological themes. Exploring self-discovery, transformation, and resilience, the exhibition invites reflection on identity, intimacy, and authenticity while honoring the beauty of living one’s truth.
Rebecca Visger
It’s All Ahead of Us
Rebecca Visger’s impasto and impressionistic acrylic paintings depict road scenes as metaphors for possibility, independence, and the emotional tension of forging one’s own path.
The exhibit will be in the Corner Gallery at Art Works through August 16, 2025.
July All Media Show
This juried exhibit is a highlight of Art Works’ openings, open to all artists and mediums, with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Juror Naomi Chung is an award-winning painter with an MFA from the University of Pennsylvania and a BFA from VCU.
The exhibit will be in the Skylight Gallery at Art Works through August 14, 2025.
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