Arlington Artists Alliance

Arlington Artists Alliance The Arlington Artists Alliance is a nonprofit serving and supporting artists in Arlington, VA

“This program is supported in part by Arlington County through the Cultural Affairs Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources and the Arlington Commission for the Arts” The Arlington Artists Alliance was established in 2000 to serve and support visual arts in Arlington County. The Alliance seeks to provide professional development activities for local artists, and to

serve the community through exhibits, instruction, scholarships, mentoring and outreach projects. The Alliance also provides a support network to members, allowing regional artists to share ideas. The Arlington Artists Alliance is supported in part by Arlington County through the Commission for the Arts and the Cultural Affairs Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, Arlington Arts, and in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

A few photos from our recent changeover at the Arlington County Board offices, one of our wonderful venue partners! Than...
06/15/2026

A few photos from our recent changeover at the Arlington County Board offices, one of our wonderful venue partners! Thank you to artists Celia Slater, Dorothy Aronson, Linda Gaines, Melina Axelrad, and Wilson Bender for exhibiting their beautiful work and to long time members Kate Trygstad and Deborah Taylor for their thoughtful curation.

Mark Your Calendar! A Celebration of Local Art 🎨
Arlington Artists Alliance Member ShowcaseThe Arlington Artists Allian...
06/11/2026

Mark Your Calendar! A Celebration of Local Art 🎨
Arlington Artists Alliance Member Showcase
The Arlington Artists Alliance presents the first annual Member Showcase at the Alliance Gallery. Highlighting the creative spirit and talent of our membership, this two-part exhibition brings together works across a variety of media—from ceramics and photography to mixed media and painting.

Show Dates:
Part I:
July 2-August 2, 2026
Opening reception - Thursday, July 9, from 5-7 pm

Part II:
August 5-September 9, 2026
Opening reception - Thursday, August 6 from 5-7 pm

Location:
Alliance Gallery @ The Crossing Clarendon
2700 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite R330, Arlington VA 22201

Phases Award Winners!1st place - Ashley Hernandez, Melodies That Make Me2nd place - Lilah Grace Kresse, Scathed3rd place...
06/05/2026

Phases Award Winners!

1st place - Ashley Hernandez, Melodies That Make Me
2nd place - Lilah Grace Kresse, Scathed
3rd place - Ashton Hadley, Madonna of the Earth
Honorable Mention - Saturn Gibson, This Too Shall Rot
Honorable Mention - Katie Rojas-Leguia, Bittersweet 
Honorable Mention - Lucy Horner, Door to Impermanence 

Arlington Artists Alliance is pleased to present the Arlington Career Center student show Phases

“Phases” are defined as distinct periods or stages in a series of events, or processes of change and development. Change is part of life: we change, we learn, we grow. Phases are found in times of transformation; they can be sudden, inevitable, or momentary. A phase may be a specific instance in time, but our entire lives are spent in phases.

Sales proceeds directly support these aspiring young artists and fund the ACC Art Department through the Alliance commission donation.
Quote from Ms. Montgomery 

Artwork for Phases Exhibit by ACC Student Alice O’Dell

Food sponsors:
* Lebanese Taverna
* Big Tony’s 
* Van Leeuwen
* A Modo Mio

Community Venue Spotlight - We are excited to kick off a new venue partnership this month with St. Michael’s Episcopal C...
06/02/2026

Community Venue Spotlight - We are excited to kick off a new venue partnership this month with St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, thanks to three generous volunteer curators: Pauline Kusiak, who introduced the connection to the Alliance, along with Sally Slifkin and Marcia Katz.

This first exhibit brings together work by artists Beth Hudgins and Debbie Taylor, alongside pieces by Sally and Marcia. The show is installed in the church’s large community room—a bright, open space with plenty of wall space for the work to shine.

Founded in the years following World War II, St. Michael’s grew alongside the Westover community, and that neighborhood spirit is still at the heart of the congregation today. From affordable housing advocacy to environmental stewardship, the church has long been rooted in care for the people and world around it.

That same spirit is what drew St. Michael’s to the Alliance. The church has supported the arts for years, hosting exhibitions and performances and, more recently, bringing in artists from across the country through its Art and Faith ministry. Partnering with the Alliance felt like a natural next step and a way to extend that support beyond the congregation.

At its core, this partnership is about connection. It reflects the kinds of questions the St. Michael’s community already holds close: how we live with one another, how we care for each other, and how creative work can deepen those conversations. We’re grateful to be part of it and excited to see it grow.

Sponsor Spotlight - Sweet Support from Local RestaurantsThe Alliance would like to thank the many restaurants and baker...
06/01/2026

Sponsor Spotlight - Sweet Support from Local Restaurants

The Alliance would like to thank the many restaurants and bakeries who contributed sweet treats to our recent events. Your generosity helped make these occasions even more enjoyable for all who attended. We sincerely appreciate your continued support of the arts in our community.

We also are Grateful to the Following Restaurants for their Generous Donations

Yayla Bistro donated in 2025 to our Arlington Career Center Student Reception with a generous platter of baklava.

True Food Kitchen donated to our “Strength Through Stories” Reception a tray of mini carrot cake squares.

The Salt Line donated in 2026 to our Arlington Philharmonic Partnership a box of apple cider donut holes.

Mama’s Donut Bites donated in 2026 to our “Escapes” Reception 6 dozen spiced mini
donuts.

Thank you, Westville-Clarendon for an amazing reception to celebrate our new community partnership! Great to see artists...
05/31/2026

Thank you, Westville-Clarendon for an amazing reception to celebrate our new community partnership! Great to see artists Brian Jernigan, Anya Getter, Julie Wallace, and Miguel Espinoza’s artwork throughout the restaurant’s welcoming space. Shout out to Jay Strauss for supporting the arts and bringing our partnership to life — and for handing all the work! And to Katie Mullen for your wonderful onsite hospitality. Here’s to lots more quarterly exhibits together!




Excited to share the latest installation at our partnership venue, Spring Point Health. This new exhibit was thoughtfull...
05/31/2026

Excited to share the latest installation at our partnership venue, Spring Point Health. This new exhibit was thoughtfully curated by Jess Mickey and Kelley Puglisi and features work by artists, Erin Peterson Fleming, Ann Tannous,and Gina Truitt Nakata , ,

We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring fresh artwork into this beautiful wellness-centered space and to help connect local artists with the community.

Alliance Artist Spotlight: Eunice ChungAfter many years in legal practice, Eunice embarked on a new career as a full tim...
05/30/2026

Alliance Artist Spotlight: Eunice Chung

After many years in legal practice, Eunice embarked on a new career as a full time artist. Eunice grew up with art and has painted and drawn all of her life, but this endeavor was new. Her approach has been comprehensive and methodical but has been open to decisions that feel right and are thoughtful. Key components have been exploration, establishing goals and a business plan, identifying the audience for her art work and learning the creative techniques to needed for her artwork.

Eunice tells us “Most of my inspiration comes from everyday life: people I love, small moments, and ordinary objects. Travel is also a major source of inspiration for me.” Pieces created last year were inspired by the challenges of 2025 and hopes for 2026. Some of those pieces are highlighted in this Spotlight. They were designed on her iPad Pro which is her favorite and primary tool, and then printed on museum quality paper or canvas, whichever is best suited to the piece. With her iPad, Eunice uses digital tools creating texture, color and shape.

Her advice for new artists, “If creating art makes you happy, make time for it. Don’t let external fears – guilt, judgment, or the pressure to be perfect – stop you from starting.” Wise words indeed!

Eunice’s new work has retained former connections but gained many new ones. These new special connections have become rewards.

You can see Eunice’s work at:

Website: Eunibuni.com

Instagram:

The Alliance has a wonderful new community partner, Westville Clarendon, a New York City-based restaurant group known fo...
05/26/2026

The Alliance has a wonderful new community partner, Westville Clarendon, a New York City-based restaurant group known for its signature market vegetables, classic comfort food, and neighborhood vibe.

Located across the courtyard from the Alliance Gallery in the Crossing Clarendon, Westville is featuring artwork by four to five different Arlington Artists Alliance members each quarter.

Jay Strauss, Westville’s founder, shared “As in our New York City locations, we love to hang art. Our preference is to work with local artists. At our roots, we are a neighborhood restaurant and embrace any opportunity to support local organizations, educational facilities, theater and arts groups and athletic clubs.”

The first exhibit kicks off on May 29. Participating artists include Miguel Espinoza, Anya Getter, Bryan Jernigan, and Julie Wallace.

To celebrate our new partnership, Westville is hosting an opening reception on May 29 from 4 to 6 pm. Hope you can join us!

Paintings:
Spring, Anya Getter Maunawili Falls, Miguel Espinoza
Le Picnic, Julie Wallace
Sound of Line, Bryan Jernigan

Opening Reception
Friday, May 29, 4 pm–6 pm

Location
Westville Clarendon, 2800 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

The Clarendon location of Westville, a New York-based restaurant group, and the Arlington Artists Alliance are celebrati...
05/25/2026

The Clarendon location of Westville, a New York-based restaurant group, and the Arlington Artists Alliance are celebrating a new community partnership with an exhibit opening on May 29 that features four local artists. Participating artists include Miguel Espinoza, Anya Getter, Bryan Jernigan, and Julie Wallace.

The new Westville location is in close proximity to the Alliance’s permanent gallery space, the Alliance Gallery, which is also located in The Crossing at Clarendon.

The May 29 reception will be held at Westville-Clarendon, 2800 Clarendon Blvd, from 4 to 6 pm and feature some of Westville’s signature classic comfort food.

Link to invitation, please RSVP:
https://www.arlingtonartistsalliance.org/event-details-registration/opening-reception-westville-community-partnership

Address

The Gallery Underground, 2100 Crystal Drive
Arlington, VA
22202

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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