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Art, Art Everywhere

In Great Falls VA:

"Patio Drinks" is now hanging steps from where it was painted -- currently on view in the Snuggery Dining Room/Katie's Coffee at the Old Brogue Irish Pub in Great Falls. Click the image for more info on this piece. Available.

"Boughs of Blossoms," 12" x 16" canvas size -- one of four of my paintings just hung at the Old Brogue Irish Pub. Click the image for more info.

First Friday Art Walk is Tonight at the Artists' Atelier, 756 Walker Road, Great Falls VA -- Friday, September 6, 6-8pm. Wander the studios and gallery ... and check out my new work hanging at the Old Brogue Irish Pub's Snuggery Dining Room a few steps away.

The Artists' Atelier -- the studio I share with six other artists -- is also open on Saturdays, 10am to 2pm and Wednesdays, noon to 4pm. And by appointment or chance.

"Market Colors" (Aix-en-Provence France) is one of many in my French Collection currently hanging at the Artists' Atelier. Click the image to visit the French Collection including this one.

"Pumpkins For Sale" - hanging at the Artists' Atelier. Painted plein air at a Saturday market day in Falls Church VA. But it could be anywhere. Click the image for more info.

Dear Friend,

Happy September! I hope you have had a fantastic summer.

It seems like there are a jillion or so art events happening this month (starting this Friday-Sunday). See the Events listing and links at the bottom to check out which ones fit your calendar and fancy.

Thank you for being a part of my art journey. You make such a difference in my life.

Thanks for reading ... and know I would love to hear from you too.

This sweet note from one collector came a couple of days ago:

"Just wanted to say that it's been many years since I purchased "NY Yellows and Blues" from you, and it continues to bring me such great joy."

She also gave an update on her granddaughter who I had painted during one of my show demos -- who now is in college.

I love being a part of her life ... and yours.

Two weeks ago I was in Pittsburgh's Shadyside for the art festival. Although I visit there only once a year, it also feels like home - full of friends and familiar souls. Nine paintings found new homes that weekend. (That's amazing.) There were lots of smiling faces carrying away paintings.

Enjoy these gorgeous Fall days. Thanks again for being here.

- Jill

See what I mean about smiling faces?

"Here at Home" Will Head to Rockport MA for the American Impressionist Society's National Exhibition

"Here at Home" was accepted into the AIS National Exhibit. Yay! Find out more about this painting and the exhibit by clicking on the image.

American Impressionist Society National Exhibition

September 27-October 26 at the Rockport Art Association and Museum in Rockport MA. I'm sneaking in a little time there exploring and painting the area for the Wet Paint Competition as well. I'm REALLY looking forward to that.

Reception: September 27, 5:30 to 7pm

Two paintings in Easton MD's Spiralis Gallery

"Pillows of Pink" (Tidal Basin Cherry Blossoms) is currently on view as part of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters Easton exhibit spread over 5 great galleries. Click the image for more about "Pillows of Pink."

"Pillows of Pink" and "Willow by the Bay" are part of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters Easton exhibit -- spread out over five galleries at this neat town in Maryland. There's an art crawl there tonight, Friday, September 6, 5-7pm with the show closing on September 30. My two pieces are in the Spiralis Gallery.

"Willow by the Bay"

Three Fine Art Festivals This September

Plus More ... I'd Love to See You!

Sept. 6: First Friday Art Walk Great Falls VA - Artists' Atelier, 756 Walker Road - 6-8pm. I'll be there.

Sept. 7 & 8: Bethesda Row Fine Arts Festival Bethesda MD

Sept. 14 & 15: Alexandria Old Town Fine Art Festival Alexandria VA

Sept. 20-22: Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show Philadelphia PA

Sept. 27 to October 26: American Impressionist Society National Exhibition Rockport MA - Reception on September 27, 5:30-7pm at the Rockport Art Association and Museum. "Here at Home" accepted into the show.

The McLean MPA Artfest (McLean VA) is not being held this year - so I hope some of you that regularly visit with me there will come to another DC area event.

October 10 to November 9: National Oil & Acrylic Painters Society (NOAPS) Best of America National Exhibition Beverly McNeil Gallery, Birmingham AL - Reception on October 10, 5:00-7:30pm. "French Corner" accepted into the show.

October 19 & 20: Great Falls Studio Tour Great Falls VA - visit the Artists' Atelier and other joint and private studios throughout the weekend.

More info will be added to all events as time grows closer.

September/October - Old Brogue Irish Pub Snuggery Dining Room/Katie's Coffee, Great Falls VA - Four fresh paintings to see.

Visit My Studio at the Artists' Atelier - 756 Walker Road, Great Falls VA - open Wednesdays, noon to 4pm; Saturdays, 10am-2pm; First Friday Art Walks - April to December, 6-8pm or by appt. or chance

Visit my Events page here.

"Beauty Queens" -- a new large still life will be at the Bethesda Row Fine Art Festival This Weekend.

P.S.

Class registration is going on now for my Fall oil painting classes that start September 19th and 24th. Taught through the Arts of Great Falls School. Weekly, in person classes including Figure in the Landscape, Still Life Plus and Evening Paint. All levels welcome. Find out more at my classes page here.

Currently, my Facebook page @JillBanksStudio has been taking over by gremlins but I hope to be back sharing my stories and art there once fixed. (Not sure that's going to happen, though. Does anybody know anybody at Facebook who could help?) You can see what I would have been posting there on Instagram @jillbanks1 . The fickleness of social media is another reason I am so GRATEFUL you subscribed to my newsletter. Thank you for doing so!

Happy to Hear that I was the #1 Top Seller at North Carolina Plein Air. That means I'm invited back to paint in this beautiful spot in 2025!

"Zoofari" 16"x20" oil on linen-lined panel -- was painted at the Knoxville Zoo during this year's Artists on Location plein air competition. Available.

"Cool Dude" is one of a few paintings just added to my Six by Six Special Collection. Browse the collection by clicking on the image. Check availability before purchasing though as these really do fly off the shelf. (They will be at the fine art festivals starting this weekend.)

I hope to see you sometime/somewhere soon!

It means so much that you are interested in my art and adventures. Thank you for being a part of my art family ... to help me along on this wonderful journey.

Thank you for loving my work, kind words, caring hearts, visits - in person and otherwise, and passing on your enthusiasm to me and others. You are AMAZING!

With a VERY grateful heart,

Jill

Jill Banks

Signature Member, Women Artists of the West (WAOW), American Women Artists (AWA) and juried member of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters (WSLP).

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