• First Friday - August 1, 2008
  "Threads"
  The many facets of fiber work created by Betty Burnell, Lynne Sward, Martha Thrasher, Joan Bryan, and Debbie Small
  These women are hot! They can darn a thread and needle into a work of art, each and every one of them. No, they're not making sweaters, especially in this summer heat. Come see for yourself what they're dreaming up. Join us for our First Friday regular opening, from 5-8pm to meet all the artists. Keeping us cool in the AC, we've got the smooth sounds of Herb Smith and summer refreshments. If you can't make it, the Threads show continues through August 31st.
• First Friday - July 4, 2008
  FiredWorks
  Before the fireworks, Come See "FiredWorks" Show opens July 4th and continues through July 27. Clay Sculptures by Barbara Kobylinska & her students; Fred Freeman, Diane Jacobson, Gerri Kennedy, Karen McLemore, Judy Nelligar, and Bonnie Sutor.
  A very special class project for the 4th of July! Sculptures and totems for your home and garden. Start your evening off at our party!!!! As always, we've got fresh art and live music with our own local guitarist, Herb Smith. Meet the Artists 5pm until 9pm - then we'll all go to the fireworks on the waterfront. Kaboom!
  
• First Friday - June 6, 2008
  A Mix
  Oil Paintings by Anne McNally
  Showcasing some fun surprises, we're excited to present Anne McNally's latest work. Her oil paintings are colorful and full of movement, as she paints the simplest things like salt shakers to a vivid vase of roses so bright you swear you could smell them. Come meet the artist as we have our monthly First Friday opening (June 6, 5-8pm) to kick off the summer season. Join us for fresh art and live music with Herb Smith, in a nice airconditioned space with cold refreshments. If you can't make it, Ms. McNally's show continues through June 29th.
• First Friday - March 4, 2008
  Here Comes the Sun
  Oil Paintings of the Outer Banks by Lisa Neher
  Back by popular demand, comes Lisa Neher. Her paintings seem to get better with time, just like fine wine. The more you look at them, the more they're enjoyed. If you missed her last year when she was here, please don't miss Lisa this time. Come meet the artist, March 4, 5-8pm. As always, we've got fresh art and live music with our own local guitarist, Herb Smith. Lisa's show continues through March 29.
• First Friday - February 1, 2008
  For the Love of the Line
  Etchings by John Furches
  Hot off the press...literally! We are so excited to announce this month's artist, John Furches; a modern-day Rembrandt in etching technique. Come join us from 5-8 to meet the artist and enjoy the bounty of his work. As always, we've got fresh art and live music with our own local guitarist, Herb Smith.
  On Feb 2 @1pm, John will show us all a demonstration of how etching is done, a hands-on experience not to be missed! (ps. he's made a plate exclusive for the VHGallery!) You won't want to miss this great show-and-tell experience!
• First Friday - December 7, 2007
  Held over through January
  New Work
  Paintings by J. Robert Burnell
  Jewelry by Betty Burnell
  Two fabulous Portsmouth notables, and we've got 'em here. Come meet them both, you'll be glad you did! Opening reception Friday, Dec 7, 5-8pm. And while you're at it, we've got some great Holiday presents for your shopping list. Everyone loves art, and it shows you've got good taste if you give it. So, drop by for your holiday shopping, we can help you with gift ideas match your pocketbook. Don't miss the Burnell show, it's the largest in the world, promise!
  Show continues through January 27th.
• First Friday - November 2, 2007
  Pathways and Passages
  William Bensen - Oil Paintings
  J. Howard Johnson - Pottery
  Back by popular demand, William Bensen and J. Howard Johnson are back at it again. Beautiful landscape and subject paintings by Mr. Bensen using a pallet of bright hues and dramatic shadows compliment perfectly with Mr. Johnson's simple and graceful forms in clay. It's cold outside, but it's warm in here! Come meet the artists Nov. 2, from 5-8pm and listen to the smooth sounds of classical guitarist Herb Smith. Show continues through Nov.24.
• First Friday - October 5, 2007
  A Day in the Sun
  Thomas McLauchlin - Oil Paintings
  Julia Craig Mundy - Jewelry
  Tom McLauchlin is back with his romantic snaphots of time. Elegantly painted, each piece takes you back to an innocent era gone past. If you haven't seen his paintings up-close yet, now is your chance, don't miss it! Also, who would have thought a local firefighter could design jewelry so elegant and vibrant? A passionate Julia Craig Mundy showcases her designs of semi-precious stones, metals, refined crystals, and blown glass. Come join us during the month of October for a feast for the eyes. Show continues through Oct 27th.
• First Friday - September 7, 2007
  A Simpler Time and Place
  Danny Doughty
  Pure and down to earth. It just leaves you with the feeling of life just a little better than the reality of the real world. Show continues through September 30th.
• First Friday - August 3, 2007
  Blues & Hues of Summer
  John Alan Stock - Collage
  Genez Malebranche - Ceramics
  A blast of mixed media and colorful ceramics that look like their glazes melted in the summer sun. We've got loads of new work to look at, all with free air conditioning. So come, see what's hot at the Gallery. Show continues through September 2.
• First Friday - July 6, 2007
  Art in Miniature
  Peter Labyak - Miniature Oil Paintings
  Everybody say "awwwhhh, how sweet". We're with you on this one. How can anyone paint so tiny? With a very small brush (you knew that was coming, right?) Come visit with the artist from 5-8pm July 6th, and you can ask him yourself. The show continues through July 29th.
  Don't miss it!
• First Friday - June 1, 2007
  Contemporary Canvas & Wood
  Oil paintings by Anne McNally
  Furniture by Andy Perkins
  Through June 30
• First Friday - May 4, 2007
  Radiance & Ellegance
  Paintings by Suzanne Erickson
  Porcelain by Suzanne Marie Cowan
  Through May 27.
• First Friday - April 6, 2007
  Carolina Creations - a Visual Statement from
  the Capital to the Coast.
  Acrylic paintings by Catherine Martin,
  Susan Hecht and Mike Rooney
  Spring is in the air, and what a great start to kick start the season with a fabulous group of artists from the South. Come and see the riches coming brewing out of North Carolina Show continues through April 28.
• First Friday - March 2, 2007
  Dreams of Summer
  Paintings by Lisa Neher
  Come on in and see a spectacular show of
  work by local artist Lisa Neher. Beautiful summer inspired oils, just in time to get you in the mood for Spring thaw. Show continues through March 31.
• First Friday - February 2, 2007
  Ready for Prime Time
  Some old, some new, but they're ready. New and old, local and regional artists showing their greatest and latest wares in all mediums. Exciting!
• First Friday - January 5, 2007
  Sneak Preview
  What do we have in store for the 2007 season at the Gallery? Come in and see a sneak preview of our upcomming artists. Kick off the year 2007 with our First Friday event.

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