MARTINSVILLE, Va. (May 23, 2025) — Expressions 2025 will open to the public with a reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, May 30 at Piedmont Arts. An awards ceremony will begin promptly at 6 p.m. in the galleries.
This annual open-entry exhibition presented by Lynwood Artists and Piedmont Arts showcases 207 works by 117 artists from Southern Virginia and the surrounding regions.
The exhibit was judged by Gretchen Carr, gallery manager at Tamarack Marketplace in Beckley, W.Va. Cash prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in seven categories, as well as purchase awards, the Lynwood Artists Award and Best in Show.
“This is always an exciting exhibit,” said Director of Exhibitions and Marketing Bernadette Moore. “Artists from across the region plan their entries all year. We get a wide variety of work in different media and styles, so there is really something for everyone.”
Artists and guests should RSVP to the opening reception by Wednesday, May 28 by calling 276.632.3221 or online here.
“Expressions 2025” will be on display through July 25. The exhibit is sponsored by Sovah Health and King's Grant.