"In the Garden" art show is on view at the District Cafe in Kensington, MD. I am excited to share my Healing Garden series and also pastels by my student and friend, Tracy Whiteside. Our show runs through Oct 31 at 10540 Metropolitan Ave (Mon - Sat 7:30am through 2pm). Tracy is a resident of Knollwood in Washington, DC., and at 90-years-of-age shines bright with curiosity and passion for art. Enjoy the show!
Tracy Whiteside (b. 1934, Troy, North Carolina) discovered her love for art early on. In elementary school, she was often her teacher’s go-to student for classroom drawings—frequently invited to create artwork on the blackboard in front of her peers. Throughout her life, creativity has remained a constant. While living in Baltimore, she continued to nurture her artistic practice. A memorable trip to Japan left a lasting impression on her pottery, and one of her proudest moments was exhibiting her work at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. A seasoned traveler, Tracy often carried a sketchbook with her to capture the world as she experienced it. For the past 10 years, she has called Knollwood home, where she continues to create with passion and curiosity. When asked why she paints, she reflects: "It’s hard to explain—it’s just something I want to do. You’re walking down the street, and suddenly, you have to draw that!" While she primarily works in pastels, Tracy enjoys experimenting with a variety of media.
Tracy Whiteside_Fresh from the Garden_8x10_Pastel on Paper $85
Tracy Whiteside_I Am Unique_8x10_Pastel on Paper $85
Tracy Whiteside_In Bright Light_8x10_Pastel on Paper $85
This pastel by Tracy titled "Together" has been claimed. Congratulations, Tracy!
