Post 589: After the Market

After the Art Market

Another weekend, another art show. Tis the season for art, art shows, art fairs, festivals, and markets leading up to Christmas. Because of course, the gift of human-made original artworks make great gifts and great decor for anyone's home. And for the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) as an art group, the last of our art shows on the schedule for 2025. 

Art Shows by the Season

The weather outside did start off as frightful on Saturday, November 22, 2025 but gradually the rain clouds dispersed while the art elves hung their artwork with care. 

Click on an image for a larger view. 

 

PWAS member Mark Clifton 

I don't know about you, but it seems like it was a heavier art season this year between all the individual and/or group shows this fall for many of the members of PWAS. By seasons, I've found that in spring and the fall are where most of the art shows tend to hit our radars. More than likely because the weather isn't too hot or too cold (USUALLY) and artworks tend to not be very fond of HOT HOT summer and being inside cars.

True, some shows are inside galleries and indoor art shows year around. Thank goodness for AC and heat when needed.

This fall has been filled with plenty of art shows and art markets and PWAS took part in the ARTfactory's Autumn Art Market and enjoyed showing what we do with all the visitors to our "booth". A big thanks to Jordan Exum, who is the Gallery Art Director at the ARTfactory for all she does to make art happen. Perhaps a thank you too to Mike Flynn...the Autumn Art Show used to be called the Artist Inventory Show which Mike coordinated.

PWAS had 10 artists showing, and they were: 

Anna Gatling and Staci Blanchard - our show coordinators (thank you so much!)

Mark Clifton - our equipment coordinator for the show (big thanks to you too!)

Richard Tyler

Michelle Evans

Kelly Haneklau

Robert Dew

Latifa Hamedi

Kathleen Gates

and me, Donna Liguria 

See https://artistryspin.blogspot.com/2025/11/post-588-pwas-artists-at-artfactorys.html 

We love it when folks come by to actually meet the artists and talk to them. The artists enjoy it when we can connect with the people that admire our art and want to learn more about our stories and why we do what we do. And THAT is why most people buy art I believe, when they connect with the artist.

Here are some pictures of the Autumn Art Market as the ARTfactory in Manassas, VA, when we had it set up at 12 noon.

 

PWAS members Kelly Haneklau and Kat Gates 

 

PWAS members Kelly Haneklau and Evelyn Chatters 

 

PWAS member Michelle Evans 

It was a great day to see all of our art friends and our fellow art groups from the area including MAG (Manassas Art Guild) and P-Art-ners and the other vendors at the show. Such fantastic art under one roof! And we had a visit by the celebrated artist René Dickerson, whose art is showing on the ARTfactory's walls for the current Rhythm and Hues exhibit. Be sure and go by and see that show! Wow is a good thing to insert here.

PWAS Meeting on Monday, November 24 at 7:30pm

When next we meet...that was a question that came up during the show on Saturday. Officially, we do meet at the PWAS Meeting (Nov 24) which is held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30pm at 12298 Cotton Mill Road, Woodbridge, VA. That's at the Tall Oaks Community building on the corner of Hedges Run and Cotton Mill Road. And that would be the last PWAS Meeting of the year because in December we always have a PWAS Member only + 1 adult guest Christmas Party, scheduled for Dec 19.

As far as the art show schedule for 2026, I'll post the known schedule here on the right-side navigation of this blog with TBD - to be determined time frame on exact dates. As we bring in a new Board, new dates and updates will be added. So keep your eyes out for that. And if you are a PWAS member be sure and join our PRIVATE CURRENT member only Facebook Group for all the art shows and calls for art that we share. Rejoining PWAS begins on Jan 1, so that is coming up too, and you'll need to be rejoined for the January 26 meeting. 

As the art show season starts finishing up here in November and/or December, it is definitely time for the artists to get in the studios and replenish their inventories for 2026!   

If any PWAS members have some good pictures from the Autumn Art Market to include here, send them to me. 

And as always, any new PWAS members, important links you need to know about when we art show is Display and Lessons. Drop any questions and comments below, and see you at the next show!

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 588: PWAS Artists at the ARTfactory's Autumn Art Market Sat Nov 22

PWAS Artists at the ARTfactory's Autumn Art Market Sat Nov 22, 2025

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the ARTfactory in Manassas, VA, 10 members of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) will have a booth setup featuring a variety of artworks for visitors to enjoy. See the members and a sample of their artwork that will be on display.

PWAS Members at the Show

The following PWAS members will be displaying artworks at the Autumn Art Market (formerly the Fall Artist Inventory Sale) on Saturday, November 22 from 12 to 5pm at the ARTfactory in Manassas, VA along with a sample of their artwork (if available). 

Richard Tyler

 

By Richard Tyler 

Donna Liguria

 

"Bluebell Strolling at Merrimac Farm" in acrylics 11x14x1.5 by Donna Liguria 

Staci Blanchard

 

"Backlit Berries" by Staci Blanchard - AKA The Goddess of Glitter 

Michelle Evans

“A path through the trees” by Michelle Evans

Anna Gatling

 

By Anna Gatling 

Kelly Haneklau

 

By Kelly Haneklau 

Robert Dew

 

By Robert Dew 

Latifa Hamedi (not shown)
Kathleen  Gates

 

By Kat Gates 

Mark Clifton
 

 

"Lilies" 9x11 oil pastel by Mark Clifton 

Come by and see the show!! Rain or Shine. Great art by great people that make great gifts and wall decor in great homes!

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 587: Upcoming PWAS Member Art Shows Dec 2025

PWAS Member Upcoming Art Shows & Events Dec 2025

The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) Members share the art shows they have coming up. Let's see which artists will be where, when

 

PWAS Art Show at Arts Alive 2025 

PWAS Members at the Autumn Art Market at the ARTfactory

The following PWAS members will be displaying artworks at the Autumn Art Market (formerly the Fall Artist Inventory Sale) on Saturday, November 22 from 12 to 5pm at the ARTfactory in Manassas, VA. Come by and see the show!!

Richard Tyler
Donna Liguria
Staci Blanchard
Michelle Evans
Anna Gatling
Kelly Haneklau
Robert Dew
Latifa Hamedi
Kathleen  Gates
Mark Clifton 

As always, click on a photo to enlarge. 

PWAS Member Otis Stanley

Art Show Bull Run Library (month of November)

PWAS Member Tinnetta Putney

PWAS Member Donna Liguria

For the month of November, Donna is the featured guest artist at the Laura Jones Fine Art Gallery, Studio and Gift Shop in Occoquan with mini art, art ornaments, various artworks and giclee art prints - so check out the gallery at 125 Mill Street Unit 10 (upstairs), Occoquan, VA. Check it out!

Sat Dec 6: Donna Liguria will be at the Vendor Show at the Harkers Island Fire Department in Harkers Island, NC displaying her artworks from 10 to 3pm. Previously, in 2024 and 2023, Donna had her art up in her friend's garage nearby but this year she will be at the Fire Department at 1219 Island Rd, Harkers Island, NC, United States, North Carolina.

The 37th Annual Core Sound Decoy Festival is held at the Harkers Island Elementary School, right next to the Fire Dept, at 1163 Island Rd, Harkers Island on Dec 6 and 7, 2025. See the website here.

The Core Sound Museum will also have their annual Christmas Tree Show going on which is always a pleasure to see. See the previous 2 years - 2024 here and 2023 here.

 

Harkers Island and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse are a part of the southernmost Outer Banks and is an 85-mile long area called the Crystal Coast.

2024 at Harkers Island Art Show

PWAS Members - You need to send me YOUR art show list in Dec for Jan 2026, Jan for Feb...etc. I can't promote you if I don't know what you are up to!

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 586: PWAS Meeting Nov 24 Guest Speaker Christine Dixon

PWAS Meeting Nov 24, 2025 Guest Speaker Christine Dixon

The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) is a nonprofit art group in Prince William County featuring many local artists that meet monthly to enjoy the world of art in us and around us. Meetings often feature programs by area artists specializing in various media and processes as well as show and tell by our members, and other interesting projects.

Guest Artist Christine Dixon

This month the Prince William Art Society will host a presentation by contemporary realist painter Christine Dixon. On Monday, November 24 at 7:30 pm at the Tall Oaks Community Center (12298 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191) you are invited to enjoy the free program which opens each meeting and stay to hear about the many ways our art society supports county artists as well as providing opportunities for those interested in classes and attending shows. Meetings are free and open to the public.

This month our guest artist Christine Dixon will provide samples of her work and share her painting process for still life painting. Though inspired by classical realism, she carefully arranges organic and man-made things in a way that is both nostalgic yet modern. Ms. Dixon’s talk will cover her method of setting up painting references as well as  her process of oil painting similar to the classical tradition of the Dutch Masters. More of her work may be viewed online at :  https://www.cadixonart.com/ ; https://www.facebook.com/cadixonart/ ; https://www.instagram.com/anartangel/ .

In some recent shows this year, I remember seeing Christine Dixon's name on the art labels and thinking, wow, she's good! But I wasn't sure I had ever met her...but I soon will. You can too, so come to the meeting on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 7:30 pm at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge, VA.

 

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Author Emily Hawes

Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 585: PWAS Members Answer Some Artist Questions Part 2

PWAS Members Answer Some Artist Questions Part 2

Occasionally I ask the art group, the Prince William Art Society members questions and create blog posts from whomever answers. The members were recently presented some questions about their art. In blue are their answers to the below questions. They also show some of their favorite artworks they have created thus far.

1. How many 'sellable' artworks have you created so far in your lifetime, best guess? 

2. Do you find it better to focus on one medium or experiment with many? (Your favorite?)

3. What advice would you give your younger self when starting out? (Lessons learned!)

4. Do you keep a sketchbook or inspiration journal? (An idea book!)

5. What artwork have you completed that you are most proud of? (Did it sell?)

 

Let's take a look at what their answers are... You can click on a photo to enlarge it.

From PWAS Member Lizzy Javier

Question # 1

I have not been painting that long but it's probably less than 10.

Question # 2

I usually paint with acrylics. But sometimes switch to watercolor, pencil, or pen. Also, every month I get together with other artists friends and teach each other a new project (glass, resin, mixed media). It is nice to have a new challenge.

Question #3

I will tell my younger self: Not to stop painting while I go to the University, get married and work as Physical Therapist.

Question #4

I do not keep a sketchbook. I keep a photo book. I usually paint from photos I have taken.

Question #5

I am most proud of an acrylic painting of a group of Maasai women in Africa. I sold it a year ago. Also, I am proud of a watercolor painting of a Lion.

From PWAS Member Eric Ndofor

1. How many 'sellable' artworks have you created so far in your lifetime, best guess? ~1000 if limited to paintings and portraits. If you include commercial art, it will be to many to estimate. 

2. Do you find it better to focus on one medium or experiment with many? (Your favorite?), I like to experiment with many but my favorite is acrylic. 

3. What advice would you give your younger self when starting out? (Lessons learned!)- Networking with the right people, dream big and take calculated risks, and branding 

4. Do you keep a sketchbook or inspiration journal? (An idea book!) - Yes (however not a journal per say but just a folder where I store things that inspire me and to an small extend what would appeal to viewers. 

5. What artwork have you completed that you are most proud of? (Did it sell?) - There are a couple, but mostly those with a story that resonates with the buyer. That is, they bought it because it reflects the story in their lives or gives the opportunity to think peace, love, and happiness or reminds them of their roots/home. 

Any other PWAS Members have answers to questions?

Be sure and see Part 1 at PWAS Members Answer Some Questions

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 584: PWAS Members, Send Me Your Art Shows

PWAS Members, Send Me Your Art Events and Shows

The PWAS Artistry Spin Blog would be happy to post the PWAS Members art shows and events, individual or group shows every month. Each PWAS Member is welcome to send me info of any art event they are showing in, if you let me know some details... hey, it is FREE promo for your show!

Art Show for the Upcoming Month

To help the PWAS Member out, here are some guidelines on what to send:

Basic Info (...or at a minimum, give me this) 

Think who, what, when, where, how to find out more...

1. Name of Show
2. Date(s) and Time(s) of Show 
3. Address / Location of Show 
4. Flyer for Show (or 1 image per show) 
5. URL / Web address / Link to find out more? 

Advanced Info (if you have it, let us know!)

• Is this an individual or group show?
• Was this a juried show? How many did you get in?
• Is there an art reception? (Date, time)
• Do visitors need to RSVP? (Where? URL?)
• Is there a theme to the show? 
• Do the proceeds go toward a special purpose?
• Is there an entry fee to get in to see the show? 

More info I find is better but the basics are ok too. 

I will take info on your upcoming shows up to the last day of the month. So if you have a show you are in for December, send me at least the Basic Info by Nov 30 (if not before). And repeat this every month going forward! Put it on your phone calendar and promo to do list.

If we have a good response, by you the PWAS members, maybe we can increase to twice a month. As always, up to you.

Here is a semi-elaborate example of how I did it on my own blog, https://donnascavepainting.blogspot.com/2025/10/post-art-shows-coming-up-in-occoquan.html 

Your comments are welcome below!

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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Post 583: Fall Tall Oaks Art Show Nov 1 Right in the Lake Ridge Community

Fall Tall Oaks Art Show Nov 1 Right in the Lake Ridge Community

Saturday, November 1, 2025. The Prince William Art Society (PWAS) had their biannual a very successful art show at the Tall Oaks Community Center with many art lovers from all over the area. Twelve PWAS Members had their artworks on display for the visitors to browse and enjoy, as well as snacks!

Lake Ridge Loves the Arts

The PWAS art group, holds art shows in the Spring (in early May) and Fall at the Tall Oaks Community Building located at 12298 Cotton Mill Road, Woodbridge, VA, which is the location of our monthly art group meetings as well. The group meets on the 4th Monday of the month, at 7:30pm and the public is welcome to attend a meeting - which is a great way to see what we have on our art radars!

The members enjoyed a fantastic fall day and meeting the visitors to the art show this past Saturday. We met fellow artists and art admirers, people interested in art classes, our art group, art collectors and art gift givers! I even met some folks I had previously painted a pet portrait for! 

Here are some photos taken by PWAS members Staci Blanchard and Evelyn Chatters. Click on a photo to enlarge. 

 

Photos by Staci Blanchard 

 

 

PWAS Member Richard Tyler plein air painting - another work in the works! 

 

These 2 photos were taken by PWAS Member Evelyn Chatters of artist Michelle Evans - people enjoy having a photo taken with the actual artist! 

We do thank everyone that came by to see the show and support the arts, and thank all the wonderful PWAS members that pitch in as a team to put on an art show! Sometimes it takes a village, sometimes a GREAT ART GROUP!

Drop your comments below!

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Author: Donna Liguria is the Blogmaster for the PWAS Artistry Spin Blog and Donna's Cave Paintings Blog, and an artist member of the Prince William Art Society (PWAS) in Woodbridge, Virginia. And she takes on the PWAS social media duties as well (help me!) Donna specializes in acrylic painting of landscapes, seascapes, historic locations, animals and many subjects. Visit her Website at DonnaLiguriaArt.com and her Donna's Esty site to shop her art. 

Local Art: The Prince William Art Society is a 50+-year-old non-profit art group in PWC for the appreciation of fine art throughout the county and Northern Virginia. Visit us at any of our local art shows or join us for our monthly meetings - held on the 4th Monday of the month at the Tall Oaks Community Center at 12298 Cotton Mill Dr, Woodbridge, VA at 7:30pm (typically, but check the website in case of any changes).

Want to join PWAS? Go to https://www.princewilliamartsociety.com/membership

Have an idea for a blog post? Are you a writer and want to help with the blog? Let me know! Thank you for visiting, and remember to Share, Follow, and Comment (below)! ...Remember, comments are monitored so they will not show up immediately.

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