IA&A at Hillyer

Hillyer will be participating in Art All Night on Saturday, September 28th! Mark your calendars for a wonderful evening filled with music, and art!

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.

An Artist Talk with Anna U Davis

We would like to thank everyone for attending today’s artist talk with Anna U Davis. Davis led a gallery talk about her current exhibition “And Still We Rise” which will be on view through the month of September.

Upcoming programs include an artist talk with G. Pack during our monthly “Third Thursday” programming, September 19 at 6:15 pm and “Art All Night” on Saturday, September 28, 7 pm to 12 a.m.
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

Next Thursday in the Gallery
Artist Talk with G. Pack
3rd Thursday, September 19, 6:15 p.m.
Free to the public ($10 donation is suggested)

During our monthly “Third Thursday” program, featured solo artist G. Pack will talk about his exhibition “Revenge is the Least that I Deserve.” In his exhibition, G. Pack visually articulates the ongoing cycle of grief and the process of releasing it.

Featured work:
“Phoenix”
2023
Acrylic on canvas
36 x 48 in
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

Anne Bouie
“At the Equinox” solo exhibition
September 7-29, 2024

Artwork listed left to right (in group photo image 2)
“The Healing Serpent”
2022
Repurposed farm tool, found objects, botanicals
26 x 7 x 3 in

“The Harvest Shovel”
2022
Repurposed antique hoe, shells, botanicals
40 x 14 x 8 in

“He Taught us to Farm and Hunt and Came With Us Across the Seas”
2021
Repurposed furniture, antique tatting and handwork, Black F&F memorabilia, found objects, botanicals
36 x 21 x 4 in
While all cultures have myths about farming, the Chiwara—the Antelope of the Bambara people—is perhaps the most well-known. While there are several versions of the story, the discovery of agriculture is credited to the hero Chi Wara, a half antelope and half human figure born from the union of the earth goddess Mousso Koroni and the spitting cobra N’gorogo. The Chi Wara came to earth to teach humans to sow crops, and thus is honored at both sowing and harvest festivals.

“The Harvest Shovel”
2022
Repurposed antique hoe, shells, botanicals
34 x 10 x 3 in

“Ceremonial Hoe”
2023
Antique broken hoe, beads, cowries, silk
26 x 5 x 2.5 in

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

This Saturday in the Gallery!
Artist Talk with Anna U Davis

Saturday, September 14 at 1pm

Featured work by Anna U Davis:
“On Top”
2018
Acrylic and ink pen on cut-out birch plywood
68 x 31.5 in
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.
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“Revenge is the Least I Deserve”
A solo exhibition by G. Pack
📆 September 7 - 29, 2024
📍IA&A at Hillyer

“Revenge Is The Least I Deserve” visually articulates the ongoing cycle of grief and the process of releasing it. The title initially emerged as a response to perceived mistreatment and disrespect, reflecting on G. Pack’s personal struggle to reclaim his dignity and assert his pride. This need to retaliate is not unique to him but is a common reaction to various forms of hurt, from casual misunderstandings to the deep wounds inflicted by systemic racism, emotional abuse, and generational trauma. Through introspection, Pack realized that he deserved much more than the fleeting satisfaction of revenge. Instead, he discovered that he is worthy of love, understanding, and the reciprocal kindness he offers to others. Revenge only consumes valuable time and energy, serving no constructive purpose. This work underscores the importance of moving beyond retribution to embrace a more compassionate and fulfilling existence.

Artwork left to right:
“Growing Pains”
2024
Acrylic on canvas
11 x 11 in

“Some Questions You Have No Business Asking”
2023
Acrylic on canvas
24 x 48 in

“Demon Dogs No. 1”
2022
Acrylic on canvas
11 x 14 in

Art available through the artist
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

First Friday was the place to be at Hillyer Gallery! September will feature the following exhibitions: "At the Equinox" by Anne Bouie, "And Still We Rise" by Anna U Davis, and "Revenge is the Least I deserve" by G. Pack.

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HIllyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, The Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.

On the first Friday in September, Hillyer invites the public to see three exhibitions: “At the Equinox” by Anne Bouie, “And Still We Rise” by Anna U Davis and “Revenge is the Least I Deserve” by G. Pack. We invite you to take this opportunity to meet the artists in person and mingle with friends and colleagues. Hillyer’s “First Friday” openings coincide with Dupont Circle BID’s monthly Art Walk.
Learn more at https://athillyer.org/current-exhibitions/

You can enhance your experience by becoming a member. Each month, members are invited to an exclusive preview of the exhibitions, which include champagne and special treats from 5 – 6 p.m. Be among the first to meet our talented creators and connect with other fellow art enthusiasts before the doors open to the public at 6 p.m.
Register: https://athillyer.org/become-a-member/

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

August Wrap-Up

August was an amazing month! I would like to thank our featured artists Joan Cox and Andrea Sherrill Evans, and our partners, The Diplomatic Courier, The Ars Aevi Museum, and the Millennium Arts Salon. Also a very special thanks to the artists who participated in the exhibition “Democracy in the Crossfire.”
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And finally, I would like to thank all of the artists who submitted proposals in response to our annual call for proposals which closed this past Friday. We received 226 submissions which is a testament to Hillyer’s ability to attract a wide range of artists, locally, nationally, and internationally.
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.

Thanks to everyone who attended today’s workshop with our featured artist, Andrea Sherrill Evans. Final chance to view Andrea's "New Growth" exhibition is tomorrow, Sunday, September 1st.

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.
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Hillyer was the place to be tonight! What a fantastic discussion between Mel Hardy and Renée Stout. We are grateful for all who attended and for those who missed it, the recording will be made available within the next few days.

This Sunday, live jazz at IA&A Hillyer!
Sunday, September 1, 2-4 p.m.
Kicking off its fall jazz series, Hillyer is excited to feature Elijah Easton. Elijah Easton is a powerful young saxophone player who will perform with his trio in Hillyer’s main gallery space, which currently features the exhibition “Democracy in the Crossfire: Art, Identity, and Resilience.”
The jazz series is sponsored by the Mars Foundation.
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Saturday, August 31, 2024, 1–3 pm

Andrea Sherrill Evans will discuss her process of making botanical-based inks and handmade paper for her exhibition, New Growth. She will share materials used in these processes and demonstrate ways of modifying and working with natural inks. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment and draw with a palette of natural inks made by the artist.

Free for members; $10 non-members
Workshops have limited space so register today!

Registration:
https://athillyer.org/workshops-and-classes/

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.

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Thanks to everyone who attended today’s artist talk with Joan Cox. If you missed the talk and you have yet to see her exhibition, the show will be up until Sunday, September 1st.

A recording of the program will be posted on YouTube in the next few days. Meanwhile, you can listen to our interview with Joan Cox on YouTube.

There is one week remaining to see her exhibition.

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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.

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Don’t forget to join us today at 1 pm for an artist talk featuring Joan Cox

A Salon Talk with Renée Stout
Organized by the Millennium Arts Salon in partnership with IA&A at Hillyer
Tuesday, August 27, 2024, 6:30 pm

Organized by Juanita Hardy, co-founder of the Millennium Arts Salon and Board Chair of International Arts and Artists, the program will feature Mel Hardy, MAS Co-Founder and Peace/Art Activist, in conversation with Renée Stout, a renowned DC-based artist. Stout will discuss her work “The American Way,” which is currently featured in the exhibition “Democracy in the Crossfire: Art, Identity, and Resilience,” her views on the exhibition, and activism through her art.
The program is free to the public ($10 donation encouraged)

Featured art:
Renée Stout
“The American Way” (detail)
2023
Acrylic, latex and spray paint on wood panel
21.5 x 27.5 x 2 in
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This exhibition is organized in partnership with the Diplomatic Courier, Ars Aevi Museum of Contemporary Art in Bosnia, and the Millennium Arts Salon.
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Join us at Hillyer this Saturday!
Artist Talk with Joan Cox
Saturday, August 24, 1 pm
Hillyer’s featured solo artist, Joan Cox, will lead a gallery talk about her exhibition “Sapphic Gaze.” In her exhibition, Cox crafts visual narratives that champion intense, celebratory, and nuanced relationships among le***an couples.
This program is free to the public ($10 suggested donation)

Featured work:
“Night Hunger, After Xenia Hausner”
2012
Oil on canvas
50 x 60 in
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.
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Coming in September, Hillyer is excited to feature G. Pack and his solo exhibition “Revenge is the Least I Deserve.” The opening reception is on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 6-8 pm for the general public (5-6pm for the IA&A member champagne preview).

The Exhibition
“Revenge Is The Least I Deserve” visually articulates the ongoing cycle of grief and the process of releasing it. The title initially emerged as a response to perceived mistreatment and disrespect, reflecting on G. Pack’s personal struggle to reclaim his dignity and assert his pride. This need to retaliate is not unique to him but is a common reaction to various forms of hurt, from casual misunderstandings to the deep wounds inflicted by systemic racism, emotional abuse, and generational trauma. Through introspection, Pack realized that he deserved much more than the fleeting satisfaction of revenge. Instead, he discovered that he is worthy of love, understanding, and the reciprocal kindness he offers to others. Revenge only consumes valuable time and energy, serving no constructive purpose. This work underscores the importance of moving beyond retribution to embrace a more compassionate and fulfilling existence.

Learn more at https://athillyer.org/upcoming-exhibitions/
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

Coming in September, Hillyer is excited to feature Anna U Davis and her solo exhibition “And Still We Rise.” The opening reception is on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 6-8 pm for the general public (5-6pm for the IA&A member champagne preview).

The Exhibition
“And Still We Rise” features a monumental colorful mixed-media painting with a selection of Anna U Davis’s black and white wall sculptures exploring the perpetual misogynistic behavior that has been indoctrinated within society, while investigating the physical and emotional impact it has had on the artist. Davis’s Swedish roots are central to her brand of feminism. She remembers growing up in an environment where notions of gender justice were firmly embedded in the legal framework and norms of the community. Her struggles with inadequate childcare and family leave as a young mother in the United States, then, formed a strong undercurrent shaping her critical perspective.

Learn more at https://athillyer.org/upcoming-exhibitions/
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Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, and the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation.

Conversation in the Crossfire

I would like to thank everyone who attended today’s virtual talk with Ana Rold, from the Diplomatic Courier, Greg Houston, CEO and president of IA&A, Senka Ibrisimbegovic, Director of the Ars Aevi Museum, Sebastian Rich, acclaimed photojournalist, Orna Ben-Ami, internationally celebrated sculptor, and Helen Zughaib, renowned DC-Based painter.

If you were unable to attend, a recording of the event will be posted on our YouTube channel and shared on our website.

Sincerely
Tim Brown, Hillyer Director

Joan Cox
Family Totem: Cox, McCall, Asplen, O’Boyle, Funk, Gebbia, Gallagher
2023
96 x 54 in
oil on canvas

This painting by Joan Cox contains the names of various people connected to the artist’s family lineage. To appreciate the details in this work, visit the gallery in person Tuesday through Friday, 12 to 6 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m.

Hillyer is funded in part by , the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, the Galena Yorktown Foundation, the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, and the Mars Foundation.
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