Falls Church Arts

Falls Church Arts Please connect with us on Instagram or through our website. This is a grassroots, all-volunteer organization.

Falls Church Arts opened its doors at 700 West Broad in February 2017 at Kensington Corner complete with with A/V services, Wi-Fi, Gallery, and Studio Arts classes. We rely on our member volunteers to help us make things happen. Opportunities include helping to set up shows, helping to keep the gallery open, serving on the group that plans events, writing for the e-newsletter, managing our member database, publicizing events, and much more.

Get ready for the second round of the 2026 All Member Show. This session is for member artists whose last names begin wi...
06/07/2026

Get ready for the second round of the 2026 All Member Show. This session is for member artists whose last names begin with M-Z.

The next upcoming annual event open is open to Falls Church Arts member artists.

M-Z ENTRIES DUE: midnight, Sunday, June 21
Artists Show Dates: July 18- August 23
M-Z Meet the Artists Reception: 7-9 pm, Saturday, July 18
Artist Talk: TBD

06/05/2026

You’ve spent years developing your artistic skills, but what about the business side of your practice?

This workshop is designed for artists who have sold work, and are ready to build a more sustainable, strategic, and profitable art career.

Led by a Jennifer Barlow, who has a background in economics, professional art practice, and business education, this workshop combines practical business knowledge with a real understanding of the challenges artists face. Topics we will cover include, pricing your work, financial planning, revenue streams, applying to opportunities strategically, and more.

You’ll leave with actionable tools, greater confidence, and a personalized 6-month growth plan for your creative business.

June 11th | 1pm-4pm | Falls Church Arts
Register online at fallschurcharts.org

Save the Date ✨Join us for the opening reception of our upcoming All Members exhibition (Last Names A-L). Enjoy an eveni...
05/27/2026

Save the Date ✨

Join us for the opening reception of our upcoming All Members exhibition (Last Names A-L). Enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and community. We’re excited to share this body of work with you and celebrate together.

📍 Falls Church Arts
🗓️ Saturday, June 6th
⏰ 7pm-9pm

We hope to see you there!

Artists Paint Outdoors in Falls Church City!📅 August 29 – September 25, 2026Join us for the Falls Church Plein Air Festi...
05/26/2026

Artists Paint Outdoors in Falls Church City!
📅 August 29 – September 25, 2026

Join us for the Falls Church Plein Air Festival, featuring local and visiting artists creating artwork on location throughout the city.

Finale Saturday, September 26, 2026 (Rain Date: October 3)
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Falls Church City
🎟 Free + Open to the Public

Come watch artists paint live, explore the finished pieces, and vote for the People’s Choice Award!

🏅 Plein Air Festival Judging
Participating artists will check in and submit their competition works between 8:00–9:00 AM.

👩‍⚖️ Juror: TBA

Mark your calendar and come celebrate art in the open air! 🌿🖌️

What a Sunday afternoon of conversation and community at our 250 and Counting Artist Talk!Thank you to our incredible pa...
05/19/2026

What a Sunday afternoon of conversation and community at our 250 and Counting Artist Talk!

Thank you to our incredible panelists for sharing their work, process, and perspectives with such honesty and insight. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the discussion so meaningful.

📸 Panel photo captured by our Juror’s Choice Award winner Brian Kent. Thank you for documenting the moment!

Panelists




lepo14

The Falls Church Arts Excellence in Art Scholarship is meant to recognize and encourage those who display an early dedic...
05/09/2026

The Falls Church Arts Excellence in Art Scholarship is meant to recognize and encourage those who display an early dedication to making art. In 2026, we are offering $1,000 scholarships to a limited number of students.

The deadline for receipt of application and ALL related documents is Thursday, May 14, 2026.

Important Information:
* Complete and submit the online application form, including your artist’s statement and five images of your work.
* Ask one of your art teachers to write a recommendation based on your work or interest in advancing it.
* Ask another non-family adult to write a general recommendation, based on what they know about you, your work, your interest in art, or any efforts you have made to share your work or skills with others in your community.
* Ask your school counselor to mail an official copy of your transcript to Falls Church Arts – Attn: Scholarship Committee – PO Box 6912, Falls Church, VA 22040-6912. Your counselor may want to see the transcript request information document. 

More criteria and to apply: fallschurcharts.org

Join us for an artist talk for the exhibition 250 and Counting. 🇺🇸Hear directly from the artists as they share the stori...
05/07/2026

Join us for an artist talk for the exhibition 250 and Counting. 🇺🇸

Hear directly from the artists as they share the stories, meaning, and inspiration behind their work and reflecting on America’s past, present, and future.

Artist Talk: 2:00-4:00 pm, Sunday, May 17, 2026
Location: Falls Church Arts Gallery
Admission: [Free / RSVP]
Light refreshments will be served

Come be part of the conversation and experience this powerful exhibition with the artists themselves.

Panelists:
lepo14





05/04/2026

Sunday | May 24, 2026 | 1:00-4:00 pm | all levels (adults) | Sculpey polymer clay | Falls Church Arts Gallery

Join us for a 3-hour hands-on sculpting workshop with local artist Martin (Marty) Hindel,

known for creating whimsical yet realistic miniature figurines using Sculpey, a polymer-based clay medium.

In this class, participants will receive:
• An introduction to Sculpey
• A demonstration of tools and techniques
• Guided instruction throughout the sculpting process
• And you’ll leave with one finished figurine to take home!

All needed supplies will be provided and are included in the course fee.📍 Spots are limited, sign up soon!

Address

700-B W Broad Street
Falls Church, VA
22046

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

(703) 679-7881

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