First Friday Dupont Circle: Art Walk

The Church of Scientology, National Affairs Office is exhibiting “Art Exhibition 3.0” showing artwork of three important Latino artists. Gonzalo,Tayo Silva-Gotasi, co-creator of a new international pictorial movement called Chromatic Pyramidism with hundreds of followers. Master Gotasi established schools in several countries teaching this new technique. The new pictorial technique aims to show the positive energy emanated by the people through colors. Francisco Arroyo Ceballos, is a recognized self-taught emerging Spanish artist who blends Minimalism with Abstractio with extensive international experience, who has the best works in national museums Latinoamerica. Jose Dominguez Impressionism has a journey that has crossed borders at all levels, showing his work around the world through individual exhibitions and collective art fairs. During the exhibition, at 7:00 p.m., a unique and special portrait will be unveiled in the presence of important authorities and personalities. The Church of Scientology, National Affairs Office is located at 1701 20th Street NW.

The Dupont Underground is an arts organization transforming 15,000 square feet of open abandoned space under Dupont Circle into a platform for creative exchange and contemporary arts in our vibrant city. They will be opening their doors for visitors to explore what lies beneath Washington this First Friday. The Dupont Underground is located at 19 Dupont Circle NW – down the red entrance behind Starbucks.

The Embassy of Peru is exhibiting a fashion show happening at their Embassy! Join them for a celebration of Peru’s roots, featuring dazzling traditional outfits from the diverse regions of Peru. Their exhibition will run from 6:30-10:00 p.m., and the Embassy of Peru is located at 1700 Massachusetts Avenue, NW.

IA&A at Hillyer presents “Collecting Community: Millennium Arts Salon at 25,” and solo artists Joana Stillwell, “Travel Lightly,” and Marcel Taylor, “Unapologetic.” We invite you to take this opportunity to enjoy the art in person and mingle with friends and colleagues. IA&A at Hillyer is free to the public with a suggested donation of $10. Located at 9 Hillyer Court NW (behind The Phillips Collection.) To learn more, visit www.athillyer.org.

Join us at the Museum of the Palestinian People for the soft opening of our new exhibit, Art as Resistance: Testimonies Against Erasure. In this powerful showcase, we confront the misconception that "the old will die and the young will forget" about the Palestinian movement. Mohammad Sabaaneh’s new piece, Untitled (2024), beautifully challenges this notion. By using stark imagery and powerful symbolism, Sabaaneh seeks to rehumanize the Palestinian people, affirming their identity, dignity, and rights as the indigenous inhabitants of their land. The exhibit will feature new works by Sabaaneh as well as a few selections as captured in his book White and Black: Political Cartoons from Palestine. We invite you to experience this powerful collection that highlights the role of art in documenting and resisting cultural erasure. The Museum of the Palestinian People is located at 1900 18th St NW, Washington DC.

The National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) is excited to announce a special First Friday event where the public will have the opportunity to explore the League's distinguished Permanent Art Collection. This exclusive showcase will take place from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, offering an evening of culture, creativity, and inspiration for art enthusiasts and the local community alike. The Permanent Art Collection at NLAPW represents a curated selection of works that embody the organization's commitment to supporting and celebrating women in the arts. Featuring pieces from a diverse group of artists, the collection includes a range of styles and mediums, each selected for its distinct contribution to the art community. This showcase is an opportunity for guests to appreciate the depth and quality of these artworks in a welcoming, interactive environment. The National League of American Pen Women is locate at 1300 17^th Street, NW.

Barbara Bennett and Q Street Fine Art are pleased to feature new paintings by Rafael Gallardo and we are delighted to host a reception on First Friday, November 1, 2024 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. This hidden gallery gem is located in a Carriage House behind Saint Matthews Cathedral at 1 Saint Matthew's Court NW. Please call us if further directions are needed: 202 255 2893.

Studio Gallery presents "Something Old, Something New," a photographic art exhibition from members of the Studio Gallery, organized by Jo Levine and curated by Martina Sestakova. This show, on view from Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, to Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, showcases diverse photographic approaches inspired by the theme. Artists have explored new ideas by using photo software to alter reality, switching to different color palettes or black-and-white, choosing unfamiliar subjects, creating photo collages, or blending digital technology with traditional media. In addition, some members interpreted the theme to encompass photographic subjects that are old or new (or both), such as colorful weathered sandstone or old roots and new leaves. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how our artists have executed the theme! Studio Gallery is located at 2108 R Street NW; we hope to see you there!

Synergy & Serenity will be hosting Terrell Lomax, known professionally as "Hand-painted by T Lomax.” Lomax is a self-taught artist and instructor who first unveiled his work to the public in October 2016. Since his inaugural pop-up event, Lomax's creations have transcended regional acclaim, gracing billboards, galleries, and esteemed establishments throughout the DMV area, across the United States, and even internationally. His bold, evocative pieces have not only anchored solo exhibitions, but have also captured the attention of luminaries such as U.S. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. Lomax's work continues to resonate with connoisseurs and critics alike. This will be Lomax’s closing exhibition. Synergy & Serenity is located at 1803 Connecticut Avenue, NW – on the second floor.

Washington Center of ADA Art Gallery, an extension of ADA University’s Art Program presents “Transforming Moments: photographs by Kay Chernush.” Kay Chernush’s assignments and interests took her all over the world in search of the "transforming moment" – using her camera to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, and to reveal the conditions of her subjects with empathy, curiosity, and a particular frame. This exhibition brings together some of Chernush’s most evocative images, taken on location in Brazil, Ghana, Morocco, France, Italy, Spain, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Thailand and beyond. ADA University Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 organization promoting social, fraternal, and networking opportunities, facilitate education activities, and advance cultural ties between the United States and Azerbaijan. You can find the Washington Center of the ADA Art Gallery at 1627 21st Street, NW on Gallery Row.

Join us at Washington Studio School for First Friday ArtWalk on November 1st, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, for the opening exhibition of CONFAB. This exhibition features 26 artists from Washington Studio School and the DMV area, each presenting their work as part of a dialogue that bridges the WSS and its community. Juried by Tiffany Williams, curator for Art in Embassies at the U.S. Department of State, CONFAB explores personal and thought-provoking interpretations of relevant contemporary issues, offering fresh insights into the cultural and social conversations of today. Click here for more information.

The Arts and Museum Affairs Committee of the Woman's National Democratic Club is excited to show the exhibition, “Reckoning” by Aishwariya Chandrasekar. The works in this exhibition come out of a period of reckoning for the artist as she responds to both internal and external aspects of human experience. She uses ink mixed with embroidery and draws upon the tradition of kolmas, geometric line drawings made from chalk powder of lines, curves, and loops practiced in southern India and southeast Asia. Through small, repetitive motifs, Chandrasekar pay homage to the small, ephemeral moments that leave a lasting impression. A cash bar will be available from 6:00 p.m. The Woman’s National Democratic Club is located at 1526 New Hampshire Avenue NW.