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01/03/2023

Here is an interesting post by Old Town Editions In Alexandria! They’re the ones who print Mary’s ever popular Old Town Manassas Collection. If you haven’t seen Mary’s Old Town Manassas prints you need to stop by! Or check them out here: https://www.creativebrush.com/printgroupings/manassas_collection.html

At our previous studio we always used to run out of places to hang varnished canvas to dry overnight, which limited how much we could do in a day. With our new setup here, we’ve got room to hang more canvases than I usually have time to varnish in a day! These prints are reproductions of original paintings by .
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01/01/2023

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Cheers to a year of wonderful moments that have become cherished memories, we have loved spending it with you virtually here, in the studio, in classes, and at our shows. Our artists, students, collectors, friends and families are our whole world, and we can’t wait to spend another year together ☺️

May you all have a wonderful 2023 filled with love, laughter, and great art!

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12/31/2022

Another happy art collector on Christmas! Art makes for a wonderful gift, especially when it’s by a favorite artist! You can see from this large collection that this family is surrounded by beautiful paintings of the things they love 🥰 all painted by our own Mary Reilly!

By the way, do you love those Manassas prints? Don’t they look amazing all together?! Many are available at the studio, so you could have your very own! Send us a message or stop by the studio today!

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12/29/2022

Nothing makes an artist happier then seeing their artwork proudly displayed in its forever home ☺️ Art is a gift that lasts a lifetime! This gorgeous piece pictured is by our own Kristine Pfeiffer 😍

We love hearing your stories about how friends and family loved the art they received, comment below with any of your fun art gifting or receiving stories!

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12/25/2022

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah!
Wishing all of you a wonderful day!

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas from our Creative Brush family to yours 🥰 may you have a wonderful day filled with family, friends and joy!

Pictured— Santa by Josepha Phillips

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12/24/2022

Last minute shopping? In addition to all the wonderful paintings we've been showing you, we also have small gifts and great stocking stuffers too. We even have two wonderful wooden boxes, velvet lined and a lid with a 5x7 original oil painting by Christine. Today we are open until 3:00 so come stop by.

12/24/2022

It’s finally time to reveal our scavenger hunt answers and winners! Congrats Colleen and Lauren!! And many thanks to those who played along, it was such fun! Check out the answers to see if you got your guesses right 😁

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12/23/2022

Last chance to stop by before Christmas! We are open til 6pm!

Standing Tall by Christine Reilly Raymond, Stand for Peace by Paula Cottrell, Sunflower and Butterfly by Laura Lavanway, and Sunflowers by Marilyn Miyamoto….what a ray of sunshine these are!

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12/22/2022

Dry Pond by Anne Alden, Between the Trees by Christine Reilly Raymond, and Peaceful Occoquan by Anne Meagher-Cook….so serene!

Last minute Christmas shopping? We are open til 8pm! Seeya tonight!

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12/21/2022

The Yearling by Robyn Ryan, Hillside Hamlet by Kerry Molina, Balmoral Rest by Vicki Blum and Iris by Kristine Pfeiffer! We love how the lights and darks each sing beautifully in these pieces!

Last minute Christmas shopping? We are open tonight til 6pm! 😁

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12/20/2022

Blue Mood by Lu Harris, Leopold’s Preserve by Christine Reilly Raymond, Valley Path by Alethea Marie Robinson, Coastal Journey by Cassie Hubler, and Hope Springs Eternal by Bettie Sperty 😍

We have loved spending the holiday season showing off all the incredible artists in our small works show!

We will continue to share all the wonderful artworks this week —but you still have time to come see in person them during the weekdays! We are open til 6pm Wednesday and Friday, and on Thursday we are open til 8pm!

And stay tuned— this Saturday we will reveal the answers to the scavenger hunt that so many of you participated in! 😁

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12/17/2022

We are OPEN! Folks are already strolling through the gallery today, and we hope to also see you! We will be here til 5!

Here we have Sky Meadows at Dusk by Cierra Barnum, Polka Dots & Roses by Lu Harris, River Farm by Marilyn Miyamoto and Fox Gloves and Lemons by Theresa Miller!

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12/16/2022

As the show goes into its final weekend here are just a few faces behind the art. Over 30 artists have work in this show. Thanks for supporting local artists!!

This is the final weekend to check out the show Saturday 11-5 and Sunday 2-5, we will see you there!

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12/15/2022

Merry Hanukkah by Meredith Moss, End of an Era by Marian Ludlow, Mahogany Humidor by Donna Liguria and Meekness and Majesty by Laurie Mang—aren’t they wonderful? 😍

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12/14/2022

After making a list and checking it twice, have you still not found that perfect gift? Art checks all the boxes…unique, thoughtful, handmade, and locally sourced! We have a huge variety of pieces available to you in one of our largest annual shows, the Small Works Show! Mary, Christine, or one of our resident artists are always in house to help answer any questions about the artworks or help you find what you’re looking for 😁

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12/13/2022

Three gorgeous nature pieces in three different styles and mediums! Check out Taking Turns by Rebekah Keener, Lake Laura Shadow by Robyn Ryan and In His Garden by Manian Ludlow.

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12/12/2022

Purple please! Sailing in Royalty by Christine Reilly Raymond, Bee and Purple Flower by Laura Lavarnway and Refuge - Psalm 91:4 by Caitlyn Raymond all have wonderful purple as part of their composition! Like Christine will tell ya- purple makes everything better!

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12/11/2022

Pretty in Pink by Christine Reilly Raymond, Snowy Eve by Anne Alden, White Urn by Lu Harris, Rose of Sharon by Kristine Pfeiffer are such sweet pieces! See them today, we are open 2-6pm!

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12/10/2022

Aren’t these pieces lovely? Moonlight on the Marsh by Paula Cottrell, Soft Awakening by Christine Reilly Raymond and Bartlett and China by Jill Brabant would make beautiful editions to any decor, make one yours today at Creative Brush!

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12/09/2022

Add a little golden glow to your home with these beautiful artworks! Heron Sunset by Michele Frantz, Flooded Plains by Kelly Haneklau, Yellow Roses by Lu Harris and Bringing Them Home by Candy Breeden.

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12/08/2022

Virginia Bluebell by Laurie Mang, One Fine Day by Anne Alden and Green Field Barn by Irmeli Ylinen would look so beautiful in any home! Come check them out and take one home with you today at Creative Brush.

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12/08/2022

We all know someone who loves pumpkin-everything…how about pumpkin paintings! Autumn Field by Christine Reilly Raymond and Pumpkin by Theresa Miller would make great gifts for that pumpkin person in your life….or for yourself! 😆

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12/06/2022

Check out who is in December’s Discover-Western Prince William! It is our own Christine Reilly Raymond!! 💜 There’s always something fun happening in Historic Manassas, especially during the holiday season. We are so blessed to share this town with so many other wonderful small businesses. When you shop small for the holidays you make EVERYONE’S season a little brighter, so come stroll the streets of Historic Manassas and check out the wonderful works and wares we all have to offer! And be sure to walk down Center Street to Creative Brush to see ‘where art happens!’ :)

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12/05/2022

Have you been to CENTERFUSE in Historic Manassas? It’s an incredible co-workspace for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and even those who work remotely but need the resources of an office space. Centerfuse is dedicated to create an inviting, productive space for its members, so we have worked with them to install an exhibit of works by our Creative Brush artists! These pieces are for sale with QR codes on the tags to make purchase a breeze. We just hung a new rotation of pieces, so it’s time to swing through, check out the cool spaces at Centerfuse, and check out the art!

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12/04/2022

We are OPEN! Today from 2-6! Come say hi and get some holiday shopping in—we have so many gorgeous pieces! Here we have Twilight Sentinels by Anne Meagher-Cook, Wander to Wonder by Christine Reilly Raymond, Safe from the Storm by Mary Reilly and When the Cows Come Home by Rachel Garcia-Palmer.

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12/03/2022

We hope everyone had a blast at the Manassas Holiday Parade! Swing by Creative Brush today for that extra special gift during your holiday shopping, we open at 2! You can even see Santa….painted by Josepha Phillips! As well as The Hills are Alive by Bettie Sperty and Vermont Farm by Vicki Blum! Come see us today, or catch us tomorrow, Sunday, from 2-6!

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12/02/2022

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Bring a little snow in the house without catching a chill! These pieces are available at Creative Brush!

Dolomites Holiday by Carol Rusaw
Happy Snow Day by Josepha Philllips
Quiet Brook by Maureen Guillot
Snow on the Accotink by Anne Meagher-Cook
Snowy Eve by Anne Alden
A Hidden Village by Carol Rusaw

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Address

8951 & 8953 Center Street
Manassas, VA
20110

Opening Hours

Wednesday	1pm - 7pm
Thursday	1pm - 6pm
Friday	11am - 7pm
Saturday	11am - 6pm

Telephone

+17033358005

Website

http://www.creativebrush.com/

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Check out this fun clip of Creative Brush resident artist Josepha Phillips painting jazz musician Theo Scott live! We were so lucky to have them both putting on a show during our reception 😁 The show is still hanging, come check it out! 💜 #watercolor #watercolorart #mixedmedia #acrylicart #acrylic #artasgifts #smallworksshow #miniart #smallworks #smallart #holidayseason #holidayshopping #mixedmediaart #watercolorpainting #livepainting #livepainter #jazzmusician #jazzmusic #jazzmusicianpainting #figuresketchpractice #paintingfromlivemodel #gesturesketching #modelnight #livesketchartist #modelnights #gesture_drawing #workingfromlife #figureskechting #paintingfromlifemodel

SOLD! What an opening, ten pieces found new homes! Incredible! We had a blast this weekend and will be sharing photos this week of all the excitement 😁 thank you to everyone who came out to support your local artists and see some amazing art! The show will be up til Christmas so there’s still time to check it out 👍 💜 #watercolor #watercolorart #mixedmedia #acrylicart #acrylic #artasgifts #smallworksshow #miniart #smallworks #smallart #holidayseason #holidayshopping #mixedmediaart #watercolorpainting #impressionism #palletknifepainting #palletknife #impressionist #palletknifeart #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio

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Small Works Show Opening Reception

Tip Tuesday! There’s always more room for ART! We have over 70 pieces of art in our Small Works Showing opening Sunday, Nov 6th! Come anytime 2-6. How do we hang all this art? Check out our first step in this quick video! #watercolor #watercolorart #mixedmedia #acrylicart #acrylic #artasgifts #smallworksshow #miniart #smallworks #smallart #holidayseason #holidayshopping #mixedmediaart #watercolorpainting #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart

All the details on our upcoming Small Works Show and a sneak peek to our crazy process!!! Happy Halloween!! #watercolor #watercolorart #mixedmedia #acrylicart #acrylic #artasgifts #smallworksshow #miniart #smallworks #smallart #holidayseason #holidayshopping #mixedmediaart #watercolorpainting #artinstruction #artinstructor #artclassforkids #artclassesforteens #artclassesforadults #artlessonsforkids #artlessonsforadults #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome

Fall colors are here, inside and out! We love the warm symphony of colors the autumn leaves bring 🎶🍁🍂 💜 #fall #fallvibes #fallart #fallfineart #autumnaesthetic #autumnart #fallpainting #fallpaintings #autumncolors #autumnpainting #autumnpaintings #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist

Artists Laurie Mang and Candy Breeden are painting away at the studio! It is so cool to see artists at work, stop by any time weekday evenings Tues-Friday til 6 or on Saturday 11-5 to see artists in their process! p.s. don’t forget, right now we are open til 8pm on Thursdays! 😁 💜 #artistatwork #paintingprocess #livepainting #wherearthappens #studioandgallery #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist

Advanced Drawing Class couldn’t help themselves—tonight the sunset was AMAZING! 🤩🤩🤩 we interrupt your regularly scheduled class programming for a PHOTOSHOOT! 😍 💜 #artinstruction #artinstructor #artclassforkids #artclassesforteens #artclassesforadults #artlessonsforkids #artlessonsforadults #sunset #sunsetphotography #sunsets #sunsetlovers #sunsetvibes #sunsetsky #weinterruptyourprogram #totakepictures #sunsetart #sunsetartist #sunsetparty #advanceddrawingclass #advanceddrawing #everybodyoutside

Hey! What are you workin on? SMALL WORKS SHOW!!! Deadline for submissions is 9/26! Check out the Small Works link on our website for application info! The theme is Peace On eARTh, and we can’t wait to see what artworks bring you peace and happiness this holiday season! Oh and come on by the studio to see what Caitlyn Raymond has been painting up here in this clip! Don’t forget— we are open late on Thursdays til 8! 💜 #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist #localartists #watercolor #localartist #creativebrushstudios #manassasva #smallbusiness #palletknifepainting #mixedmedia #shoplocal #manassasbusiness #palletknife #smallworks #smallworksshow

Join us in formally welcoming Josepha Phillips into her new gorgeous studio! Josepha has been a student of Mary’s for over a decade, and has been accepted into a coveted spot as a studio artist at Creative Brush! Josepha is an award winning artist with incredible talent and a wonderfully kind heart—stop by to meet her and see her beautiful works! 💜 #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist #welcome #newartist #studioartist #horsepainting #horsepaintings #horsepaintingsforsale #horsepainter

Supplies are stocked and ready to rock! See you in class tonight! 💜 #artinstruction #artinstructor #artclassforkids #artclassesforteens #artclassesforadults #artlessonsforkids #artlessonsforadults #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist #paint #oilpaint #stockedup #gotwhatineed

Did we mention it was a blast at art camp?! If you missed it, here’s a slice of the awesome art show action! Mrs Christine was so proud of all her students! 😁 💜 #artinstruction #artinstructor #artclassforkids #artclassesforteens #artclassesforadults #artlessonsforkids #artlessonsforadults #artclasses #artclassesforchildren #localartclass #localartclasses #manassasva #manassasvirginia #manassas #northernvirginiaartist #northernvirginiaartclass #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist

Model night has been a blast! Here we are on our last 20 minute session. Artists are adding finishing touches, working on figure and portrait exercises/studies, and taking final pictures of our model David for any after-session touch ups. They all did a fantastic work! 💜 #figuresketchpractice #paintingfromlivemodel #gesturesketching #modelnight #livesketchartist #modelnights #gesture_drawing #workingfromlife #figureskechting #paintingfromlifemodel #fridaynightart #livepainting #painting #paintingfromlife #figurepaint #sketching #sketchfromlivemodels #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist

Feelin’ jazzy this Monday morning! What is your favorite motivation music to get your week started off right? 💜 #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist #musicpainting #musicpaintings #saxophone #sax #saxophonelife #saxman #cello #celloplayer #cellopainting #saxpainting #saxaphonepainting #motivationmusic #mondaymotivation

To our all beach buddies out there—we see you! What are your favorite beaches?! Let us know in the comments! We particularly love Emerald Isle 🏖 Sigh, we can almost feel the sand underfoot in this lighthouse scene….and look, we found some shells to take home too! 😁 both of these pieces are available to be yours at Creative Brush! 💜 #oilpainting #oldtownmanassas #localart #localartist #manassasva #localbusiness #artforsalebyartist #artforsale #artforyourhome #artgallery #artstudio #fineart #fineartist #virginiaartgallery #northernvirginiaartist #virginiaart #virginiaartist #coastalart #beachart #beachartwork #seashells #seashellart

Check out this cool montage of behind the scenes preparing and hanging “4 the Love of…” regional show!!! #oilpainting #localartists #watercolor #localartist #creativebrushstudios #manassasva #smallbusiness #palletknifepainting #mixedmedia #shoplocal #manassasbusiness #palletknife #forthelove #10x10artshow #mixedmediaart #virginiaartgallery #funart #artistchallenge #acrylicpainting #smallartbusiness #10x10challenge #fourthelove #virginiaartist #4theloveof

More of what our artists have been up to the last couple weeks! Caitlyn Raymond this piece was coming along great, we can’t wait to see it in the show!! Four the Love Of is opening June 5th, we will see you at the studio! 💜 #creativebrushstudios #oilpainting #artistchallenge #10x10challenge #10x10artshow #fourthelove #forthelove #watercolor #acrylicpainting #mixedmedia #mixedmediaart #localartist #localartists #shoplocal #funart #smallbusiness #smallartbusiness #virginiaartist #virginiaartgallery #manassasva #manassasbusiness #palletknife #palletknifepainting

We feel so relaxed just watching this beautiful scene coming together with Christine Reilly Raymond, just imagine what it’ll look like once it’s done and in person! 😍 The “Four The Love Of” show is coming soon! 💜 #creativebrushstudios #artistchallenge #virginiaartgallery #virginiaart #funart #paletteknifeart #paletteknife #paletteknifepainting #localbusiness #localartist #localartists #shoplocal #locallyowned #shopsmallbusiness #virginiaartists #virginiaartist #oilpainting #sunsetpainting #sunsetart #sunsetaesthetic #sunset #sunsetpallete #sunsetlovers #sunrise #sunriseart #sunrisepainting #sunrisepalette

And the winners are… Merry Christmas!!

Small works arriving at Creative Brush!

Winner winner!! Announcement!!!

And we are off…

Special announcement!!! Lot of demonstrations tonight at Creative Brush!!! Stop by any time 6-9 to see all our artists and best of the Region award winners demonstrating their process!! #manassasstrongertogether #choosemanassas #artinstruction #oilpastel #oilpainting #ilovemyjob #drawing #artinspiration #morningvibes #announcement #fallgallerywalk

And the winner is…

We are going live at 3:00 to announce the winners.

Best of the Region is hung!!!!

Live on 1st Friday!! Stop by and say hi!

Comments

Mary, Did you receive my email with my five sample pictures in it?

Jim Whitmire

My rough attempt at drawing. Thanks Christine Reilly Raymond for getting me out of my comfort zone and giving us a fun afternoon.

Maggie’s interpretation of the pear and apple art lesson today.

Blake’s pear and apple from today’s art lesson with Christine Reilly Raymond

Joining you in today's lesson

Waiting for Christine's demo.

Happy Birthday Daughter! Nice Art Work! It is good to see that you are putting to good use, all the lessons I gave you! (O: Have a SUPER DAY!! Love Dad😍🎨🏌️‍♂️💲💲💲🇺🇸

My house is stunning because of y’all 🥰 there’s no option to add pictures though!

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