Exhibition may 10 - June 30th, 2025
Opening Reception may 10th | 5-9pm
When renowned artist and teacher Laert Aleksi Xhaferi decided to surprise his wife with a Valentine’s Day date to paint, he had no idea it would inspire an incredible year long challenge.
Trained in the classical style, their typical oil pieces can take months to finish. After completing a quick painting together the possibilities began to dawn on them. They agreed to take on a challenge to create - one quick painting each week for an entire year. Same canvas, same time, under 2 hours.
After a year immersed in art, creativity and togetherness, stopping was not an option. So, the challenge grew. Each year a new series will begin until 1,000 paintings are completed together as a couple.
Originated in a moment of passion, 52 Weeks, 52 Quickies is a challenge of wit, creativity and marital fortitude. Each piece is evocative and compelling, traversing a full range of subjects while chronicling a year in the life of two artists in love.
Join us in this intimate exhibition and become part of a one of a kind story of inspiration and devotion.
Meet the artists 5-9pm at the Artist Talk May 18th.
Pre-sale online March 1st - May 17th. Discounted pricing available during pre-sale only. Admission is free to this special exhibition.
“I have so enjoyed the many images yall have shared with us. To me they are not mere paintings... but rather.. visual expressions of your lives together. A glimpse of emotion, of passion, empathy, of wonder.... and knowing that so many of these captured emotions exist as a collaborative expression from both of you, it deepens and enriches the feelings I experience. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us.
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