For the local art lover, find a historic rowhouse in Dupont Circle. Located on two floors, Studio…read moreGallery showcases local art for viewing and for purchase. Rotating exhibits every few weeks, they are open to the public for free Wednesday through Saturday for a few hours each day.

Studio is one of the many contemporary art galleries in D.C. But it is unique. It is the longest…read morerunning artist-owned gallery in the city. The Studio Gallery is owned by thirty seven local and professional artists. Studio is a member of the Galleries of Dupont Circle group. The group has an event called First Fridays which are held on the first Friday of every month. First Fridays are a time for people to see ten to twelve galleries (in the Dupont area) in one day. Studio hosts group and individual shows. It features up-and-coming and also established artists. Right now, the gallery is having a gift and holiday sale. Perfect for looking for a present for an art lover, or maybe a painting for that empty wall. The prices on this stuff is more than decent.

This is regarding a custom frame job turned around in a few hours. Thank you so much for your…read morespeediness + responsiveness. Prices were cheaper than other local shops. The person helping me also was kind enough to meet the uber driver to deliver it. Customer service is awesome!

Habib patiently guided me through the framing process. He listened to what I was envisioning and…read moremade it work in both frame and matting... No better framer in DC! I've returned many times...

The slogan on the sign for this gallery just about says it all. The sign is white, and is cut into…read morethe shape of an artist's pallette. The sign reads "Gallery G, Art for the Connoisseur." This gallery showcases contemporary art and artists. The works covering the walls are bright, lively and fun. One artist on display was sanctioned to create works for the president. There is a good variety of different media used in the art here -- painting, photography, sculpture and graphic arts are all represented at this gallery.

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) is a quick worthwhile visit…read more A big appeal of MoCA is that there's abundant off-street parking and the museum is free. While there is an upstairs and downstairs, the exhibits are rather small and it will take you less than a half hour to go through the entire museum. While there were a couple people at the information window, I was the only visitor during my brief time here. I did find all the art at MoCA interesting.

This is a wonderful museum in the heart of Arlington. I've been here a few times now and even took…read morea class here recently. I love their galleries and they always have so many exciting activities and events planned. There are two locations; the museum and they have a smaller location over by AWS in Arlington.

Susan has framed about 20 pieces for me. Though I no longer reside in the DC area, I continue to…read moreuse Susan as my fine art framer. I'm sure Atlanta has many fine framers, but why rely on someone else when Susan's team is the best? She never disappoints.

I went their opening party. There were several artists' works. I saw many frame samples at the 1st…read morefloor and pictures and paints at the 2nd floor. The owner is a really sweet and sophisticated lady. She and one of her customers told me about some artists over a glass of wine and cheese. Variety: Contemporary. Price: $$$$ Parking lot: Street or garage. Location: Fabulous. Many great shops around there.

Beautiful museum with an impressive collection of Impressionist and Spanish art, tucked away in a…read morequaint DC neighborhood. Once the residence of the Kreeger family (founders of GEICO), this place punches well above its weight in their offerings of impressionist art such as Monet and Bonnard. With art offerings covering two floors of a very large house plus an impressive outdoor sculpture garden, this place offers a great place to enjoy the art leisurely indoors and then make your way outside to enjoy the sculptures in the beautifully manicured back yard. We went during the time in which they also allowed for picnics in their sculpture garden for free and it was an idyllic setting for both art and nature to be enjoyed. Even in this case, it was not overcrowded and as you would guess surrounded by the DC locals. Also on display was their impressive collection from Miro. An entire room dedicated to his work. If you are looking for a very relaxing way to spend a few hours in DC, this is your place.

DC has a lot of museums. I know. I get it. Here is the thing...not every great museum is nestled in…read morethe heart of the Federal District. Some museums are a little off the main thoroughfare and are nonetheless worth a visit. Such is The Kreeger Museum. I randomly came across the Kreeger while on YouTube of all places. It intrigued me that there was a museum nestled in a residential neighborhood. Okay..neighborhood, in this case, deserves some air quotes. We are in seven to eight digital home values in this "neighborhood." When you see the artwork, it all begins to make sense. The Kreeger family was a husband wife dynamo that collected modern and impressionist artwork in an exciting and approachable way. Yes, to the detractors - the couple was known to ONLY collect the works of male artists. Since their passing, the conservatorship has invested in acquiring works from female artists that blend harmoniously with the existing collection. Parking is easy, whether you Uber or drive yourself. I very much hope to go back to see the collection again as well as to walk their sculpture garden. Museum well, my friends.

This amazing Gallery has been serving up classic to unusual art and sculpture for more than 30…read moreyears. I have watched the growth of some DC artists from their initial presentations to the public at Zenith to their place now in the nations White House collection. There is always something spectacular to find in the myriad of forms and styles presented by the owner and curator Margery Goldberg. It's a great place to find gifts or explore beautiful objects, paintings & sculpture of which one will never tire. Arrive prepared to be awestruck.

There's something waiting for you to discover at Zenith Gallery. An incredibly rich, often eclectic…read morearray of work touching on just about every medium. Lots of local artists as well as well-known and international names. Zenith Gallery consists of a house that was been completely filled to the brim with a lifework's collection. Be sure to get a guided tour, and ask about your interests... a lot of work is in storage so it has to be pulled out for viewing. For ourselves, we were captured by a natural woodwork by Bernie Houston, "The Journey." Definitely worth spending a few hours exploring! Enjoy the visit...

Works by Black artists and authors are vast, framing services are offered in a variety of decor…read moretastes and the owner and staff are welcoming, knowledgeable and eager to assist.

This is the most incredible art gallery in Bowie, Maryland. I highly recommend adding it to your…read moresummer list of places to see in the area. The space is curated

The Vienna Arts Center hosts exhibits of mostly local artists and also serves as a community…read morecultural center. There's art classes for children and adults as a "Sundays at the Art Center" program. That particular event is fun. And free. Every Sunday, you can go to the center and have free drinks (coffee or a soft drink) and cookies and see whatever exhibit is there that particular week, as well as listen to guest artists talk about their works. There is an exhibit going on here now that I loved! It is called "International Cocktail Collection" and is a series of pastel paintings that incorporate drink glasses (mostly of the martini kind) used in unusual ways.

I have signed on to teach a number of workshops at the Vienna Arts Center, and am hosting three…read moreVisiting Artists who will be teaching master classes. This space is one of the area's best kept secrets. Spacious, professionally run and wonderfully creative atmosphere. Bonnie Fitzgerald, Maverick Mosaics