Honfleur Gallery

You still have time to see this fantastic exhibit. Gallery hours are Thursday - Saturday, 12-5pm or by appointment. Free admission.

Thank you for joining our artist talk with Rik Freeman.

You still have time to register for the Artist Talk with Rik Freeman on Saturday, August 31st at 5pm. RSVP link in bio.

EXHIBIT DESCRIPTION

“These paintings focus on the Atlantic Seaboard and how segregation and “Jim Crow” laws, which were meant to degrade the humanity of Black people, instead inspired the creation of these Black beaches and recreational areas. I did onsite research at six beaches, from Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, to American Beach, Florida. Five of these are still in existence as primarily Black-owned beaches and/or municipalities.

With the paintings, all oil on canvas, I am depicting in a narrative style the history, joy, and comradery of a shared beach experience. With the exception of “Wade In,” which addresses the confrontational racism of the era and the riot that led President Johnson to sign the Civil Rights Bill less than a month later. The paintings pay attention to the uniqueness of each beach and the similarities. They emphasize characters’ interactions and the compositional flow of scenes, referencing the periods of each beach’s respective histories. This series was made possible with the support of the Honfleur Artist in Residence Program.”
- Rik Freeman

Black Beaches During Segregation
By Rik Freeman
On display through September 28th at . Free admission!

Gallery Hours:
Thursday-Saturday, 12-5pm
or by appointment

1241 Marion Barry Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20002

Chickenbone Beach by Rik Freeman, now on display as part of the “Black Beaches During Segregation” on exhibit through September 28th at . Free admission!

Gallery Hours
Thursday - Saturday, 12-5pm
Or by appointment

What a great night! The Opening Reception for Black Beaches During Segregation by Rik Freeman! On display through September 28th. Artist talk August 31st at 5pm.

Tonight’s the opening reception for Black Beaches During Segregation by Rik Freeman! See you there!

New show alert! Join Honfleur Gallery on Saturday, August 24th, 7-9pm for the opening reception for 'Black Beaches During Segregation' by DC muralist and artist Rik Freeman. Artist talk is Saturday, August 31st at 5pm.

This exhibit was made possible by the Honfleur Artist in Residency Program.

This series of oil-on-canvas paintings focuses on the Atlantic Seaboard and how segregation, which meant diminishing the humanity of Black people, instead inspired the creation of these Black beaches and recreational areas. Says Freeman, "I chose to portray the fellowship, joy, and history of Black Beaches, a history of overcoming the degradation of racist "Jim Crow" laws.

The series features six beaches, from Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, to American Beach, Florida; five still exist as primarily Black-owned beaches or municipalities. "The paintings pay attention to the uniqueness of each beach and the similarities. They emphasize characters' interactions and the compositional flow of scenes, referencing the periods of each beach's respective histories, " says Freeman.

SAVE THE DATE! Black Beaches During Segregation by Rik Freeman. Show Dates: August 22, 2024 - September 29, 2024. Black Beaches During Segregation Artist Talk with Rik Freeman is August 31, 2024; 5:00pm. Free admission.

"These paintings focus on the Atlantic Seaboard and how segregation and "Jim Crow" laws, which were meant to degrade the humanity of Black people, instead inspired the creation of these Black beaches and recreational areas. I did onsite research at six beaches, from Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, to American Beach, Florida. Five of these are still in existence as primarily Black-owned beaches and/or municipalities.

With the paintings, all oil on canvas, I am depicting in a narrative style the history, joy, and comradery of a shared beach experience. With the exception of "Wade In," which addresses the confrontational racism of the era and the riot that led President Johnson to sign the Civil Rights Bill less than a month later. The paintings pay attention to the uniqueness of each beach and the similarities. They emphasize characters' interactions and the compositional flow of scenes, referencing the periods of each beach's respective histories. This series was made possible with the support of the Honfleur Artist in Residence Program."

When I think of Home: Playback Theater with John Johnson. Hosted by Melani N. Douglass. Saturday, August 10th, 6:30pm - 9:00pm at Honfleur Gallery.

Free event! RSVP at https://bit.ly/WhenIThinkOfHomePlayback

"Do you have a story about home and the home you carry with you? Join us for an evening of playback theater, a unique form of interactive performance where audience members share their personal stories, and actors play them back on the spot. Led by renowned playback theater artist John Johnson, this event creates a powerful space for storytelling, reflection, and community connection. Witness your experiences brought to life on stage and engage in a meaningful dialogue about the concept of home and its significance in our lives."

This Friday at Honfleur Gallery! BLK Game Night is presented by Nīche by Nubian Hueman. Tickets are still available but won't last for long. Get yours now!

​"This is not your average game night — it's a celebration of Black culture, music, and community.

​We're featuring the Black-owned game Heard It All Before, where you and your crew can flex your knowledge of hip-hop samples to win prizes. Not into trivia? No worries! We've got dominoes, giant Jenga, and of course, Spades on deck hosted by Carmichael Community Connections. Sip on some beverages, munch on light snacks, and vibe out to the rap lyrics you grew up to.

​Space is VERY LIMITED, and the waitlist will be open, so grab those tickets fast! Because you're one of the lucky ones, the first 15 attendees get a FREE Early Bird access while tickets last."

TICKETS:

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Did you miss the opening reception for HOME/MADE: FLESH/BONE? You still have time to see this fantastic exhibit before it closes on August 17, 2024! Gallery hours are Thursday through Saturday, 12 to 5 p.m., or by appointment. And don't forget to sign up for "When I think of Home: Playback Theater w/ John Johnson" this Saturday—it's free!

RSVP: https://events.humanitix.com/when-i-think-of-home-playback-theater-w-john-johnson

"An evocative and immersive exhibition that marks the first gallery show of the nomadic Family Arts Museum. Curated by Melani N. Douglass, this powerful exhibition delves into the concept of home as a portable sanctuary, especially for people experiencing gentrification, migration, under the guise of urban renewal. The exhibition features the compelling photography of David L. McDuffie, artist-in-residence at the Family Arts Museum, who has documented Black culture across over 17 cities in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Each photograph tells a story of resilience and adaptability, offering a visual narrative that explores the intrinsic human need for a sense of belonging. Over the course of the exhibition, the gallery evolves to include aspects of the physical home and written responses from Douglass and McDuffie to be embedded into the photographs and wall space."

You still have time to see this amazing show! Gallery hours are Thursday - Saturday, 12pm - 5pm, or by appointment. Stop by!

HOME/MADE : FLESH/BONE
JULY 11 - AUGUST 17, 2024

"An evocative and immersive exhibition that marks the first gallery show of the nomadic Family Arts Museum. Curated by Mēlani N. Douglass, this powerful exhibition delves into the concept of home as a portable sanctuary, especially for people experiencing gentrification, migration, under the guise of urban renewal. The exhibition features the compelling photography of David L. McDuffie, artist-in-residence at the Family Arts Museum, who has documented Black culture across over 17 cities in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Each photograph tells a story of resilience and adaptability, offering a visual narrative that explores the intrinsic human need for a sense of belonging. Over the course of the exhibition, the gallery evolves to include aspects of the physical home and written responses from Douglass and McDuffie to be embedded into the photographs and wall space."

⚡Behind The Show
HOME/MADE FLESH/BONE
Exhibition and experience Curated by Mēlani N. Melani N. Douglass featuring the work of photographer David L. McDuffie

Showing through August 17, 2024, at Honfleur Gallery

"I AM David Lewis McDuffie (Iti Mri abu sehsu khmhetp), an ital artist whose work and life is guided by Ta- Meri Culture (Nile Valley Civilization). I was born in Chicago, the first of my maternal family line away from the bayous of Louisiana, though my paternal line stretches from South Carolina to California and Alaska. Nurtured from a young age in the Black Prophetic tradition, I am a product of Hoodoo, Hip-Hop, and Ras Tafari."

Learn more at honfleurgallerydc.com

⚡Behind The Show
HOME/MADE FLESH/BONE
Exhibition and experience Curated by Melani N. Douglass featuring the work of photographer David L. McDuffie

Showing through August 17, 2024, at Honfleur Gallery

"Curator, conceptual artist and poet Mēlani N. Douglass is the founder of the award-winning Family Arts Museum () - a migratory institution focused on the celebration of family as fine art, home as curated space, and community as gallery. Inspired by the birth of her daughter, Mēlani started her own museum reimagined her home as her studio and womanhood/motherhood as her art practice."

"HOME/MADE FLESH/BONE" is an evocative and immersive exhibition that marks the first gallery show of the nomadic Family Arts Museum. Curated by Melani N. Douglass, this powerful exhibition delves into the concept of home as a portable sanctuary, especially for people experiencing gentrification, migration, under the guise of urban renewal. The exhibition features the compelling photography of David L. McDuffie, artist-in-residence at the Family Arts Museum, who has documented Black culture across over 17 cities in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Each photograph tells a story of resilience and adaptability, offering a visual narrative that explores the intrinsic human need for a sense of belonging. Over the course of the exhibition, the gallery evolves to include aspects of the physical home and written responses from Douglass and McDuffie to be embedded into the photographs and wall space."

Learn more at honfleurgallerydc.com

Think you know all about hip-hop? We bout to find out at BLK GAME NIGHT hosted by Nubian Hueman ft. Heard It All Before Game. You and your crew flex your knowledge of hip-hop samples to win prizes and bragging rights.

Aug. 9
6:30PM
@ Nīche by Nubian Hueman
1241 Marion Barry Ave SE
Washington DC
https://lu.ma/dyzx1aj3

This is not your average game night — it’s a celebration of Black culture, music, and community.

Not into trivia? Dominoes, giant Jenga, and of course, Spades will be on deck hosted by the OG Queen of Spades of . Sip on some beverages, munch on light snacks, and vibe out to the rap lyrics we grew up to. ♠️🎲🎶

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OPENING THURSDAY AT 7PM! Honfleur Gallery proudly presents the first part of the “Building Me a Home” exhibition series, curated by Melani N. Douglass. This compelling exhibition, “HOME/MADE : FLESH/BONE,” will run from July 11 to August 17, 2024, and focuses on the deeply personal and internal aspects of what it means to call a place home.

The “Building Me a Home” series is a profound exploration of the multifaceted concept of home. This ambitious project unfolds in three parts, delving into the internal home we carry within us, the communal and physical home we share, and the global home that connects us all. Each part of the series not only showcases art but also engages the community in meaningful dialogues about our relationship with home, the impacts of displacement, and the fundamental question of whether home is a right.

🎨THIS SATURDAY AT HONFLEUR! Join John Johnson and the Playback players as they explore how art changes and enriches us. Also, participate in an art activity that can be done at your kitchen table! Adele Robey and Melani N. Douglas will lead a jewelry-making class and discuss the importance of making art at home. Brought to you by the Valley Place Arts Collaborative!

Tickets are $10.
Scan the code to purchase or visit bit.ly/ArtAroundTheTable (link in bio)

💬YOU’RE INVITED to an artist talk hosted by auxilium continuum: reframing curator Marta Lola Staudinger and Honfleur Gallery. This talk will feature exhibition artists Ceci Cole McInturff, Rania Hassan, Jean Jinho Kim, Leah Lewis, and Nicole Salimbene. Bring your love for the arts and questions about the creative process for what will be an engaging and entertaining dialogue.

This event is free and will be held via Zoom!

RSVP to receive the Zoom link.
Link in bio.

Learn more about this exhibit and artists at www.honfleurgallerydc.com

💲💲💲 MONEY, MONEY, MONEY! Are you an artist or organization looking to fund art projects in Washington, DC? Are you interested in learning about grants but need help figuring out where to start?

On Thursday, June 20th, 6:30pm - 9:00pm at Honfleur Gallery, join the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities Community Engagement Specialist Dwayne Lawson-Brown and staff to learn about CAH's grants and receive first-hand accounts of the grant process from successful grantees!

Free event!
RSVP at bit.ly/CAHgrantsmixer

⚡️GALLERY ARTWORK FOR SALE - Take home an original piece from our current exhibit, auxilium continuum: reframing curated by Marta Lola Staudinger and featuring artists Ceci Cole Mcinturff, Rania Hassan, Jean Jinho Kim, Leah Lewis, and Nicole Salimbene. On display now through June 29, 2024. Online Artist Talk June 26 at 1pm. Visit honfleurgallerydc.com to RSVP. Show Catalog: https://bit.ly/auxiliumPRICELIST

Inquiries should be sent to [email protected] or call (202) 631-6291.

⭐️NEON ART SALE! Craig Kraft Studio in Anacostia has four art pieces available for sale. Craig Kraft is a neon art light sculptor, considered one of the world’s leading artists in the field. Don't miss your opportunity to own your own piece of original art!

Arrows coming and going.

"Here is the combination of an ancient cave arrow combined with a contemporary directional arrow."

Size: 17 W x 6 1/2 H x 3 D
Price: $ 900 usd

⭐️NEON ART SALE! Craig Kraft Studio in Anacostia has four art pieces available for sale. Craig Kraft is a neon art light sculptor, considered one of the world’s leading artists in the field. Don't miss your opportunity to own your own piece of original art!

Hold On

'“Hold on” was originally a copper body cast of hands and wrists in a grip. This piece, in neon, represented a classic pose of one hand grasping the other by the wrists.'

Size: 17 W x 6 1/2 H x 3 D
Price: $ 800 usd

⭐️NEON ART SALE! Craig Kraft Studio in Anacostia has four art pieces available for sale. Craig Kraft is a neon art light sculptor, considered one of the world’s leading artists in the field. Don't miss your opportunity to own your own piece of original art!

Ancient and Contemporary Symbols Combined.

"The combined images of the ubiquitous ancient cave symbol and the contemporary "at" sign."

Materials: Neon , canvas, wood
Size :17" H x 41" W x 4" D
Price: $1500 usd

⭐️NEON ART SALE! Craig Kraft Studio in Anacostia has four art pieces available for sale. Craig Kraft is a neon art light sculptor, considered one of the world’s leading artists in the field. Don't miss your opportunity to own your own piece of original art!

Damaged Spirit of the African Elephant

"This artwork is my attempt to capture the damaged spirit of the African elephant reflecting the tens of thousands of elephants who are killed every year for their ivory tusks, a selfish act of horrific cruelty."

Materials: Blue Neon tube, wood
Size : 30" W x 32" H 21" D
Price: $ 3500 usd + installation cost.

MAY 31, 2024 IN PICTURES - auxilium continuum: reframing Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery. Photos courtesy of Albert Ting.

Curated by Marta Lola Staudinger, auxilium continuum: reframing is both a seed and a field study. It initiates dialogue around under-investigated aspects of feminine energy (creation, intuition, fluidity) in the arts marketplace by gifting the participating artists time, space, and financial compensation to create freely. As a result, with deep reverence for practice and process, artists Ceci Cole Mcinturff, Rania Hassan, Jean Jinho Kim, Leah Lewis and Nicole Salimbene respond using a variety of media to present individual expressions of current needs and/or themes in their practices.

Join us on June 26 at 1 pm for the free Artist Talk via Zoom!
Signup for the link at https://bit.ly/June26ArtistTalk