GRACE Winter Solo Exhibitions Open Thursday

Greater Reston Arts Center's (GRACE) Winter Solo Exhibitions featuring artists Beverly Ryan and George Smyth opens Thursday.

While the artists use different mediums, they examine similar themes: contemporary economic issues.

"Ryan's paintings and mixed-media works address the recent financial crisis in America and the post-industrial landscape, while Smyth creates photographs that probe the psychological complexity of passers-by, and document the struggles of a steel town in decline," GRACE curators said.

There will be an opening reception and gallery talk at 6 p.m. Thursday. Admission is free. The exhibition will run until Feb. 23.

GRACE will host additional events related to the exhibition. Among them:

Appetite for Art: Contemporary Dialogues for Adults, with Beverly Ryan

In-depth discussion of the work and influences of Beverly Ryan.

Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Appetite for Art: Contemporary Dialogues for Adults, with George Smyth  

In-depth discussion of the work and influences of George Smyth.

Monday, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Family Weekend Workshop with Beverly Ryan

Artist Beverly Ryan will lead the group on a tour of her exhibition and then you will explore your own ideas about texture and pattern to create your art.

Saturday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For ages 8 and over.

For more info, fees and registration info, click on the event titles.