exhibitions, events, classes & more
110th Member's Medal Show
Come out to the 110th Member’s Medal Show at The Plastic Club in Philadelphia, PA. You’ll see my piece nestled amongst many other talented local artists. It is sure to be a spectacular show.
The opening reception is held Sunday, May 5th from 2pm - 5pm with an award ceremony to be held at 3:30pm. I hope you’ll come out and spend some time with me that day. My piece, a Sunset Garden, will be on display.
Perkins Center Members & Faculty Exhibition
Join me and other local artists on Saturday, May 18th from 5-8 pm at Perkins Center for the Arts in Moorestown for the opening reception featuring “Members and Faculty Exhibition” including works by the talented Perkins members and faculty. My piece, Enchanting Sunrise, will be included in this exhibition.
If you can’t make the opening, the show runs from May 6th through June 28th and can be viewed during any gallery hours which you will find listed below.
Gallery Hours:
Mon – Fri 10:00AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Bridgette Mayer 2024 Benefit Exhibition
This year markes the 9th Benefit Exhibition for the Bridgette Mayer Gallery. This exhibition is a special opportunity to give back to nonprofits in the Philadelphia community through art. I was selected to participate by curator Bridgette Mayer.
This year, the benefit supports nonprofit partners Help Us Adopt and the Dina Wind Art Foundation.
The opening reception will be held Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 5 - 7:30pm. Each participating artist has been invited to create one 10’’ x 10’’ x 1.5’’ cradled panel to be included in the exhibition. Each piece sold donates 30% of the proceeds to the participating non-profits.
I’m already in progress of creating my piece for this exhibition. I’ll be releasing previews as I go on Instagram.
Works on Paper
This is a group exhibition with local Philadelphia artists. You’ll find my piece nestled amongst a talented group of individuals at The Plastic Club in Philadelphia, PA. While I normally work on canvas, I branched out and played a lot toward making a piece that I would proudly submit to the show. I think you’ll be surprised at where I landed, I know I was!
The opening reception is Sunday, April 7th from 2-5pm while the show will run through April 25th so don’t despair if you can’t make it to the opening.
A Musical Afternoon
A creative spirit to my core, music like art makes my heart soar! With that in mind, I will be performing with my musical partner at Studio 67 in Medford, NJ on Sunday, April 7th from 2-4pm. If you’re a bit curious about us, we have a facebook page where you can check out some past events, livestreams and more.
We’ve got two lively sets of our best music planned along with some new surprise tunes. I’m thrilled to say that we are performing nestled amongst two local artists, Frank Brindley and Kim Clay, who have a show at Sudio 67 this month. It is such a pleasure to support local artists and bring music to their opening.
Small Works (group exhibition)
Come see a delightful group exhibition featuring local Philadelphia artists, including me, at FWS Gallery.
Three of my original pieces, Connection 2, Connection 3 & Chasing Perfection were invited to the show.
The opening reception takes place on Saturday, February 17th from 6 - 8pm. The show will run through March 19th. I hope you will find time to come out and take in the creative delights.
Group Exhibition: Back to Basics
Back to Basics is a group exhibition at The Plastic Club in Philadelphia, PA. The focus is on using elemental shapes and geometric motives in strategic themes like composition, pattern and line. The work can be purely abstract or. representation, all the while showing command of circles, squares and all manner of polygonal shapes.
The opening reception is Sunday, February 4th from 2-5pm. I hope you will come out to see my piece, Safe and Sound, spend some time with me, and peruse the work of other talented local artists.
This exhibition is jurored by Gaby Heit.
Duo Show: Patience, Connection & Reflection
Join me, Violet Alexandre, Empathic Artist & Robin Brownfield, Mosaic Artist at Studio 67 in Medford, NJ a thriving artistic center and gallery for a duo exhibition. Patience, Connection & Reflection captures these states we experience as humans and tries to bring each viewer in touch with themselves in a fully present way.
The show opening reception will be held Sunday January 7, 2024 from 2 - 5pm. I hope you will come see me and Robin that afternoon and spend some time with us.
The show will continue through January 28, 2024. You can visit anytime during open gallery hours.
For a preview of what will continue to unfold you can see more here.
Pop up Holiday Art Shop
Give a special gift this season to someone you care about, original artwork by me, Empathic Artist, Violet Alexandre. The pop up art sale is at 21M Salon in the Rittenhouse section of Philadelphia.
When you take the time to select a piece for someone you know they know you took the time and attention to choose something unique for them. As they see the piece, they have a reminder of the time and care you gave and the support you gave to a local Philadelphia artist.
I’ve made the pricing special this season so that giving original artwork is accessible to anyone who would like to do so. From small 4’’ x 4’’ pieces to 20’’ x 20’’ there are sizes to fit every space and every budget.
Shopping hours are any hours the salon is open. Hours noted below.
Tue 10am - 5pm; Wed & Thu 10am - 7pm; Fri 9am - 7pm; Sat 9am - 4pm
Healing Space (solo exhibition)
Please come out to my solo exhibition, Healing Space at Balance Health Center in the Rittenhouse section of Philadelphia, PA.
The exhibition will run through the month of November with a reception on Saturday, Nov. 11th from 11:30am - 1:30pm. I hope you’ll come spend some time with me at the reception and enjoy some wine and tasty treats from Bacchus Market.
I’ve called the exhibition Healing Space because the pieces are an array of moments and spaces in time that express feelings and empathy visually with the hope to give a gift of wellness to the viewer.
Pop up Art Sale
Come see a wide variety of my artwork for purchase in person at the Sidewalk Sale at Trinity Memorial Church. Please note that if it rains they will move the show inside.
In preparation for the holiday season, I’ll be offering special pricing to start your holiday shopping off right. I’ll be there for the event so I’m happy to answer any and all questions about the pieces for sale. All the work is original and has been completed within the last two years.
Co-create a Wish!
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS. New date pending. Stay tuned.
Get ready to have fun and get creative with me at Center City Pediatrics, Fishtown location, open house. Share with me a wish you have and I’ll create a custom drawing for you expressing your wish that you can decorate with markers, glitter, colored pencils and more!
"The Grandeur of Color" Exhibit
I’m thrilled to have two of my pieces invited to a national group juried exhibition, “THE GRANDEUR OF COLOR,” at the MVA Gallery in Bethlehem, PA.
Various artistic approaches to color. Some artists beautifully portray traditional reality while faithfully reproducing color and natural objects. Other artists, who believe color is relative, creatively transform objects to reconstruct reality.
The show will take place from Wednesday, Sept. 20th through Wednesday, Oct. 18th.
Fall Annual Juried Exhibition
Come to Perkins Center for the Arts Annual Fall Juried Exhibition. My piece, Chasing Perfection, was invited by juror Henri Meilllier.
Gallery Hours: 10am - 2pm Monday through Friday ; 12 - 4pm Saturday
Artist’s Reception & Awards: Saturday, October 21st from 5 - 8pm.
A Summer's Tale
A juried group show, A Summer’s Tale is all about bringing the sights and sounds of summer to you through original artwork. My piece, Summer in Bloom, will be in the show. The Juror is Sarah Gamble and the exhibition is held at The Plastic Club in Philadelphia, PA.
The opening reception is Sunday July 2nd, 2 - 5pm. I hope you will come out to see me at the opening. Announcements and awards are presented at 3:30pm.
Ethnicity Through the Eyes of the Artist
Join me for the 2023 Summer Juried Show at Abington Art Center, Ethnicity Through the Eyes of the Artist. My piece, chasing perfection, highlights my interpretation of my identity, culture and race artistically.
Jurors: Erika Land, M.A. ; Cheryl Harper & Nina Guzman
The opening reception is Friday, June 9th from 5 - 8pm. I hope you will come out and see this powerful group show. The show will be open through July 24th. Visit here for directions and gallery hours.
Fitler Fun
Come get creative with me at the Fitler Fun event this weekend.
I’ll have a table where you can come and share your wish with me and I will hand sketch a piece to express this and then you can co-create with me by decorating it. I’ll have markers, colored pencils, glitter and more for you to get creative.
Annual Members & Faculty Exhibition
I hope you’ll come out to see a beautiful show hosted annually by the Perkins Center for the Arts, a thriving art community.
The show runs from May 1st through June 30th. Moorestown Gallery Hours During Exhibitions:
Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The artist’s reception will be held Saturday, May 20th from 5-8pm.
My piece, Connection 2, will be in the exhibit. This is part of a series of paintings where I work to explore the connections between color and form in small intricate blocks one piece at a time.
The Spark
A Creative Workshop taught by Me (Violet Alexandre)
Feel refreshed and inspired. You'll learn how to ignite your creativity. Create an intuitive collage canvas and explore starting a 100 day project to keep your creative journey unfolding after the class.
Register and purchase here.
*All materials are included in the workshop registration fee.
80th Annual Painting Show
Please join me at Cheltenham Center for the Arts for the opening reception of their 80th Annual Painting Show, Sunday, April 16th from 2 - 4pm. I’m honored to exhibit alongside the work of so many talented Philadelphia artists.
Two of my pieces will be in the show, Sunrise Bloom & Deep Blue, for which I am honored to have received an honorable mention.
Juror: Michael Kowbuz
After the opening reception, the show will be on display through May 12th during standard open hours of the Cheltenham Center for the Arts.
"Joy" a Juried Art Show
Come see this group show where artists express their interpretation of “Joy.” The show is held at The Darlington Art Center.
My response to the call are three 6’’ x 6’’ pieces that are acrylic on canvas, I see you, I feel you, & I embrace you.
The opening reception will be held on Saturday April 15th 6:30 - 7:30pm. The show can be viewed during open hours of the center after the opening through May 6, 2023.
Art of the Flower 2023
The Philadelphia Sketch Club's Art of the Flower 2023 Exhibition Presented in Memory of Donald C. Meyer April 3 through April 23, 2023. My piece, Connection 3, will be exhibited in the show.
Show Chair: Richard Harrington
Juror: Christine Lafuente
Gallery Manager: Kaylie Minzola
The exhibit reception will be held Sunday April 23, 2023 from 1-3pm in the PSC Upstairs Gallery.
For a sneak peak of the show, visit the online gallery here.
Nature's Calling Art Exhibition
Come out and see this nature themed art show, Nature’s Calling! I’ll have three of my pieces showing, Country Rose, Dragon Fruit and Unexpected Butterfly.
Jurors: Catherin Kuzma & Natalie Sutherland
Opening reception will be held March 31, from 5:30 - 7pm with an awards ceremony at 6:30pm at Sutherland Arts Studio and Gallery.
2023 Regional Juried Spring Open Reception & Awards
Wayne Art Center is proud to present the 2023 Regional Juried Spring Open, an exhibition featuring works in painting, drawing, printmaking, works on paper, photography, mixed media, ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewelry, metals, fiber and 3D printing technology.
I’m excited to have been selected by juror, Peter Van Dyck from over four-hundred applicants to have my piece, Manic Dreamer, chosen.
small works show
come out and see my art nestled amongst other local philadelphia artists at the small works show at fws gallery located at 2103 walnut street in the rittenhouse section of the city. after the opening reception, the show will run through april 22, 2023.
dreamland
experience dreamland, a juried group exhibition, inspired by dreams. my piece, daydreamer, is displayed amongst other local artists sharing their interpretations and representations of dreams.
the exhibition is at hamilton street gallery and runs from february 12 through march 30, 2023.
Event One
join me for a four week caregiver and me art class focusing on the creation of mandalas. the class will provide an introduction to mandalas (geometric drawings with a rich history in buddhist and hindu thought), will experiment with color play and the creation of a personal canvas that kids can take home at the end of the series.
this class is for kids ages 2-5. each child must be accompanied by an adult.
this class runs for four consecutive weeks and ending the first week in february.
for more information visit:
friends of schuylkill river park
to purchase class now: