The Opening Reception of the Group Exhibition: The Future and Beyond

Join us in celebrating the opening of The Future and Beyond, which dives into the culture of Generation Z through the talented work of four young female artists. This event takes place on Friday, Aug 5th, 2022.

You will enjoy art, music, and free refreshments at the event. A special bookmark-making workshop will be presented as well. Come explore the various activities on Aug 5th, Friday evening!

About the exhibition:

Younger generations embrace and balance multiple cultural values more than any previous generation because the internet has made it easier for them to experience racial and ethnic diversity. The four young artists featured in this exhibition grew up during the rise of online communities and social media, so the pop culture of both their own country and countries around the world has had a significant impact on their identities. The work of these artists is not limited to traditional mediums or subject matter. Instead, it explores the intersections of digital and non-digital artmaking and themes of identity relevant to today's youth.

About the opening:

There will be an opportunity to interact with art; join us in designing your very own bookmark with the guidance of one of our artists! Once finished, you can keep your work as a souvenir from the exhibit!

Reception Agenda:

5:00 - 5:30 pm EST: Check-in

5:30 - 6:30 pm EST: Artist -Guided Tour

6:30 - 7:00 pm EST: Artist Interview

6:30 - 8:00 pm EST: Happy Hour + Interactive Art Workshop

About Featured Artists:

Hannah England is an artist who finds comfort in pastel surrealism and illustration. Her work has a twinge of quirkiness, blending fantastical elements with the everyday.

Feixue Mei is an artist, illustrator, and designer from China and based in Missouri, US. She is interested in pop culture, social media, cultural adaptation, and identity formation.

Raneem Tarfa is a visual artist, designer, photographer, and sculptor based in the DMV area. Her art combines portraits with text, abstract psychedelic elements, and pops of color to communicate introspective themes about life.

Sha Li is an award-winning illustrator, artist, and architect working and living in NYC. She has a strong interest in narratives, which is where she started her own exploration of visual arts. A lot of her works celebrate femininity and womanhood. Her works capture sections of life and unfold hidden stories that are yet to begin.

About RevArt:

RevArt is a platform that connects artists and businesses. Art is for everyone. We curate art by collaborating with brands in various ways to allow people to enjoy the artwork in various formats.

About The Guild Gallery:

The Guild Gallery is a collaboration between Vault Virginia and RevArt. The Gallery supports emerging and underrepresented artists by creating communal spaces for people to create, interact with, and purchase affordable art.

COVID Protocol:

This will be a fully vaccinated and symptom-free event. We will follow the social gathering guidances suggested by the CDC and the State of Virginia. Masks are optional.