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Friday, September 5, 2025

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Art Loop Wilmington is an every first Friday event
highlighting the City’s arts and cultural scene.

A Note from the Mayor

For over 35 years, the Art Loop has contributed to the energy and vibrancy of the City of Wilmington and continues to grow the arts and cultural activity happening in our neighborhoods. We look forward to seeing you every first Friday where you’ll experience Wilmington’s creative community.

September Exhibitions

DOWNTOWN​

2nd & LOMA

211 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE​
Tel: (302) 655-0124 • 2ndandloma.com
Life Still Living
Artist: Victoria Lawrence
About: This exhibit features new studio and plein air works in acrylic and watercolor. Victoria Lawrence is a self-taught artist from Southeastern PA with a passion for nature. On a quest of discovering our intrinsic connection to nature one painting at a time. Complimentary Happy Hour from 5-8pm. Live music by Scott Bloodsworth. Free Parking at Del Tech Lot 4 entrance on Orange Street between MLK and 2nd Street.
DOWNTOWN

The Chancery Market
Food Hall

1313 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-421-2005
Greater Wilmington Beer Week -
The Art of Beer
DOWNTOWN​

Art O Mat

501 W. 7th Street • wilmingtonalliance.org
Resetting The Culture – A Brian Mills Art Experience
Artists: Brian Mills
About: Through a diverse array of mediums and artistic interpretations, "Resetting The Culture" playfully dissects and recontextualizes iconic imagery and narratives. The exhibition invites viewers to consider the deeper meanings embedded within our everyday consumption of media, prompting reflection on how these seemingly disparate elements shape our perceptions, values, and collective consciousness.

Brian Mills, a California-born artist currently based in Delaware, is known for his vibrant and eclectic "Miscel" style. He frequently draws inspiration from Pop culture, fashion, and music, incorporating bold pop art elements into his unique paintings. Beyond his artistic pursuits, Mills is deeply committed to community service. He is a firm believer in trusting God with one's gifts to foster peaceful personal growth and effectively empower others.

Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-7:30pm with Refreshments served.
DOWNTOWN​

Bridge Art Gallery

213 N. Market Street 353-4527 • bridgeartgallery.net
Transformed
Artists: Lana Abraham-Murawski
About: Lana Abraham-Murawski is a Guyanese-American multidisciplinary artist whose work serves as a portal to other worlds—vivid, symbolic, and deeply emotional realms that invite transformation. Working across painting, drawing, printmaking, and installation, she creates lush, alternate landscapes inhabited by mystical beings and charged with spiritual energy. Her work blends the personal with the imagined, rooted in cultural memory and shaped by her background in both fine art and architectural design.
DOWNTOWN​

Chris White Gallery

701 N. Shipley Street, Wilmington, DE​
Tel: 302-475-0998 • chriswhitegallery.com
People Places & Things
Artist: Yonnie
About:People, Places, Things is a compelling solo exhibition by visual artist Yonnie, presenting a multifaceted exploration of identity, environment, and material culture. Featuring 42 photographic works from her global travels, Yonnie captures landscapes, portraits, and street scenes with an observant eye and a deeply intuitive sense of narrative. Each image invites viewers to consider the beauty and complexity of everyday life across cultures.

In striking contrast yet seamless dialogue, the exhibition also includes sculptural pieces from Yonnie’s acclaimed FIRE & DESIRE collection. These works interrogate our emotional entanglement with luxury and status, inviting the audience to reflect on themes of consumerism, aspiration, and the pursuit of happiness. With a provocative edge and a conceptual clarity, Yonnie’s sculptures are as aesthetically seductive as they are intellectually challenging.

This exhibition was curated as a celebration of Yonnie’s technical range and artistic voice, and also as a timely meditation on how we see ourselves in the world—and what we choose to value. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-9pm.

Artist Statement: In a world defined by its complexity, I find my voice through the convergence of various artistic forms. I am Yonnie, a Multi-Faceted artist and Conceptualizer whose practice transcends conventional boundaries, exploring the intersections of visual art and multimedia. My work is an ongoing dialogue between disparate elements—tradition and innovation, chaos and order, the personal and the universal.

Each piece I create is a reflection of my journey through these intersections, driven by a relentless curiosity and a desire to uncover the hidden narratives that connect us all. From immersive installations that blur the lines between space and perception to dynamic visual art like photography and sculpture that challenge the very essence of human expression.

My art seeks to evoke, provoke, and resonate on a conscious and subconscious level.

I approach each medium with the same sense of exploration, whether I’m manipulating light and shadow in a visual composition, crafting avant-garde sculptures, or engaging people in real-time with photography. My intention is to create moments of revelation and introspection, inviting viewers and participants to engage in a shared experience of discovery.

Through my diverse practices, I aim to weave together fragmented experiences into a cohesive tapestry, reflecting the richness and diversity of the human experience.

In this ever-evolving landscape of artistic exploration, my goal is to challenge perceptions, foster connection, and ultimately, illuminate the profound beauty in our collective narrative.
DOWNTOWN​

Christina Cultural Arts Center Edward Loper, Sr. Gallery

705 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE​
The Beauty Within
Artist: Sherita T. Sparrow, The Healing Artist
About: Step into the world of Sherita T. Sparrow, The Healing Artist, where passion and creativity come together in a beautiful blend of storytelling and intuitive expression. Through vibrant colors, harmonious patterns, and uplifting affirmations, Sherita’s paintings inspire healing from the inside out. Her work captures the essence of balancing the body’s energy centers and the serene journey of women in meditation—each piece reflecting strength, grace, and personal transformation.

My artistic inspiration is rooted in a deep desire to help others feel seen, heard, and valued—especially those who may often feel overlooked or misunderstood. Blending whimsy with storytelling, my work celebrates the cultural richness and vibrancy of our communities. I use a mix of materials, including acrylics, chalk pastels, torn paper, and various embellishments, to create dynamic, textured pieces that evoke emotion and spark conversation. My work has been featured in both local and national publications, including Delaware Today Magazine, The News Journal, Catonsville Times, and Helpful Living Magazine. I am honored to have recently received three Community Awards recognizing excellence in art education, specialty art services, and holistic wellness.

With over 20 years of experience facilitating holistic art sessions in schools, nursing homes, and community centers, I’ve witnessed firsthand how art fosters healing, and connection —transforming lives from the inside out. My philosophy is that art bridges the gap between generations, empowers youth, and sparks meaningful conversations that reveals beautiful parts of ourselves we never knew existed.

After becoming a Certified Reiki Practitioner, my creative style has evolved into a fusion of narrative symbolism and intuitive expression. Through vibrant color, pattern, and uplifting affirmations, I aim to inspire others to tap into their inner wisdom. My most recent body of work, the Healing Chakra Painting Series, is a visual interpretation of the body’s energy centers, bringing viewers on a journey of self-reflection, learning, and connection. I believe that when art fills everyday spaces, it becomes a powerful tool for fostering imagination, belonging, and emotional growth. Through my work, I hope viewers see the beauty within themselves and begin to embrace their personal power.
DOWNTOWN​

City of Wilmington’s Redding Gallery

800 N. French Street, Wilmington, DE
302-576-2100 • cityfest.com/redding-gallery
Artist: Ingrid Neumann
About: Join us for the opening reception of paintings by Ingrid Neumann. “A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), I studied photography and art before embarking on a career in computer graphics. After transitioning to the role of a stay-at-home mom, I was fortunate to devote time to my passion for creating expressive fine art. My work, often rooted in expressionism, reflects both my creative journey and the personal experiences of nature and raising my children.” Light refreshments will be served. For more information, visit https://www.simpleearth.art. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-7pm.
DOWNTOWN

DE.CO Food Hall

111 W. 10th Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-510-2762
Autumn Leaf Co
by Dierra Cooper
DOWNTOWN

Delaware Historical Society

505 N. Market Street
Tel: 302-295-2395 • dehistory.org
Vintage Wilmington
Artist: Jimmy Thompson
About: Oil paintings on canvas depicting the history and architecture of the buildings in Wilmington by local artist Jimmy Thompson on display for December. The Delaware History Museum and Mitchell Center for African American Heritage will offer free admission and extended hours during Art Loop reception from 5-7pm.

Jimmy Thompson was born in Wilmington and raised in the village of Marshallton with my tribe of seven brothers and sisters. A member of the Union Teamsters at UPS for the last 20 years, Thompson is also the proud father of two amazing young men and recently married to his love, Regina Tyler-Thompson.

Thompson's artwork comes from a deep interest in the history and architecture of the buildings in Wilmington. A self-taught artist, he began painting with acrylics on canvas around 2015 and has focused on oils for the past several years.

Thompson says: "It ain't fine art so you don't have to study it, these are paintings of memories, just enjoy!"
DOWNTOWN​

Gallery 919 at Citizens Bank Center

919 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE​
Delaware Photographic Society
Artists: Group Show
About: Join us for this exhibit from the Delaware Photographic Society.
DOWNTOWN

Gallery at Grace United Methodist Church

900 N. Washington Street
Tel: 302-655-8847
Metamorphosis
Artist: Caroline Stoughton
About: Caroline Stoughton paints to recapture the feelings of positivity and confidence, like those that she experienced while her grandmother was still alive. Her paintings, which feature highly pigmented colors and subjects drawn from nature, explore how we can be reminded of these loving feelings, even without a specific memory.

Based in Philadelphia and Los Angeles, Stoughton received a B.F.A. in Painting from Tyler School of Art. Her unwavering commitment to color earned her the Richard Cramer Color Award in 2020. Her paintings can be found in private collections throughout the United States and in Rome, Italy.

Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5- 8pm with light refreshments.
DOWNTOWN

Girard Craft & Cork

224 W. 9th Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 774-292-1854
Tarot Series: Tarot Series: The Hermit, The Devil, and Death
Artist: Morgan M. Daughton
About: Morgan M. Daughton is a local self-taught artist with a love for the esoteric, who works in mixed medium (acrylic and collaging). Prints and framed art work for sale. Meet the artist with free tasting 4-7pm.
DOWNTOWN

The Grand Opera House

818 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-658-7897 • thegrandwilmington.org
Still Life, Marmalade’s Flood Story – Art in Miniature (The Grand)

Lost and Found (baby grand)
Grand Gallery: Diane Lane

About: Many beloved toys are lost in floods and hurricanes. This show tells Marmalade's true flood story. Stuffies can't talk, swim or call for help...but things unfold. Surprise! Lost toys can be found and go on to have adventures. How wonderful for a child to imagine their lost toy is found and not in debris and ruin! Marmalade's miniature art dioramas were used to illustrate the book, "Marmalade: The Rain, The Flood, The Rescue."

The artist and writer, Diane Lane, is a self-taught watercolor artist who has been taking classes and making artsy messes and creating stories for many years. She's painted in France and Italy and works in paper art and miniatures. As a writer, she is a member of the Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild, and has written and published three books, "I Loved Her Enough," "Marmalade: The Rain, The Flood, The Rescue," and her newest book, "Moon uy,", illustrated in her watercolors.

While very different, all three books share a common thread; they are based on true events that readers find touching and memorable.
baby grand Gallery: Stacey Hendrix

Artist Statement: Step into a vibrant world of color and imagination in this exhibit featuring the abstract and expressionistic works of local artist Stacey Hendrix. Known for her dynamic use of texture and bold contrasts, Hendrix creates a visual experience where emotion meets fantasy. Her paintings invite viewers to explore dreamlike spaces, where shifting forms and layered hues suggest stories both personal and mythical. This collection celebrates the power of color to evoke memory, mood, and the unseen.

With this show, Lost and Found, I showcase a collection of abstract and expressionistic paintings that mark a personal and artistic journey rooted in transformation, memory, and intuition.

Working primarily in acrylic, I expressed various moods through bold color, tactile texture, and high contrast. This body of work is the culmination of five years of relentless exploration and emotional honesty. I watched my mother make a life out of art, animals, nature, and momming. As a child, the line between real and imagined often blurred. Now, with the freedom of age and the clarity of education, I embrace that ambiguity. My work speaks where words fall short— because there is always a story waiting behind every void. My goal in the end is to make something beautiful out of chaos. I’m so delighted to share this body of work with the community. My deep gratitude goes to Eo Omwake, master painting instructor, whose guidance has shaped both my technique and voice.

The Artwork of Stacey Hendrix can be found at www.staceyhendrix.com
DOWNTOWN

Huxley & Hiro Booksellers

419 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-439-0805 • huxleyandhiro.com
Todd Purse Book Launch Party
Artist: Todd Purse
About:

Book Title: Find a Pencil

Book Description: Join Woodring the worm on a silly adventure into the imagination via a pencil pulled from a stone. This is Todd Purse’s debut picture book about a whimsical worm who discovers the power of creativity… and donuts.

Author Description: I (Todd) have been drawing pictures of cats, wizards, ufos and all manner of whimsical weirdness as long as I can remember. My goal is to spread imagination and creative kindness through a world of silly characters and drawings. These are critters pulled through portals from far away (and maybe way too close) dimensions that serve as a reminder of the power of imagination! I’ve been an illustrator and cartoonist for over 10 years, mainly known for my work creating coffee art for Brandywine Coffee Roasters and the Brew Haha cafes. I love telling stories and have been making comics and picture books for as long as I can remember. In general, I think we’d all be better if we took 5 minutes a day to make something just for us. Everything I put out, whether it’s a drawing for a coffee bag or a new comic, is seeking to inspire that natural urge to create in whoever is experiencing it.
DOWNTOWN

John William Gallery

1313 N Market Street Wilmington, DE
Tel: 585-317-5409
Beauty in Unwavering Truths
Artists: Haeley Kyong, Wes Memeger, Portia Mortensen
About: In a universe of great complexity, sometimes the quiet and simple things can resonate most deeply. The simplest shapes compose the form of many of our most rudimentary understandings of the world, and the laws of geometry are immutable facts that bind the very fabric of our existence. In Beauty in Unwavering Truths, artists Haeley Kyong, Wes Memeger, and Portia Mortensen investigate these fundamentals and highlight the beauty in the simple forms of squares, circles, and diamonds, each finding their unique aesthetic voices through experimentation in color, light, and composition.

Haeley Kyong works particularly in soft pastel colors and keeps her compositions abstract and minimalist. For example, Harmonic Progression, oil on canvas, 30 x 30 x 2 inches, is a mathematical expression of emotion. The painting's gentle hues of pink and purple accompany the generous use of circles and squares to mimic the mathematical formula of the Fibonacci sequence. The spiraled pattern often appears in nature and is called the “golden ratio” for its aesthetic appeal. Despite its simple components, Kyong takes advantage of the golden ratio to create an aesthetically elevated piece.

The late Wes Memeger took a similar approach to his work, developing abstracted pieces from shapes he became enchanted by through his work as a polymer chemist. Like Kyong and Mortenson, Memeger found beauty in the simplicity of shapes and the evolution of each piece as he created each composition using the eternal geometric models. In his, Squares, Circles, Arcs, and Lines Together, 2019, acrylic on canvas, 72 x 72 inches, Memeger explores luminous warm tones to create a similar depth to his piece as the composition recedes into the background. Austere shapes and a lush monochromatic color palette form the complex pictorial structure.

Portia Mortensen, too, composes her work out of the foundational elements of shape and color. Her use of light and shadow plays with one another to simulate 3D forms in the diamond shapes, producing “spinners.” In Rainbow and Blue Spinners on Checkers, acrylic on canvas, 30 x 40 inches, the simple shapes seem to move on the canvas, the contrasting saturations adding to its depth. Of the three artists, Mortensen adds a stark asymmetry to her work with the roughly sketched diamond shapes to reinforce the beauty of the composed spinners.
DOWNTOWN

LaFate Gallery

227 N. Market, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-753-5789
Celebrating Jamaica's 63rd Independence Anniversary
Artist: Eunice LaFate
About: Display of Jamaican Art & Artifacts, by Award-winning Jamaican-born Folk Artist Eunice LaFate, Book signing Catalog of Selected Works & Writings, Jamaican Cuisine, LIVE Music. Silent Auction, Jamaican Cuisine, Refreshments, Book Signing from 5- 8pm.
DOWNTOWN

Makers Alley

804 Orange St, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-482-12998 • makersalleyde.com
Artist: Velvet Poindexter – Sand Artist & Visionary Creator
About: Born and raised in Delaware, Velvet Poindexter’s journey as an artist is one of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. As a teenager, she faced significant mental health challenges that made it difficult to move forward. Despite years of medical treatments and therapy, true progress remained elusive—until she found healing through art.

What began as a personal coping mechanism—painting on glass, then canvas, and eventually wood—soon evolved into a deep passion for artistic expression. But it was sand painting that unlocked a whole new dimension of creativity and purpose. For the past 10 years, Velvet has embraced this unconventional medium, drawn to its tactile nature and the emotional depth it conveys.

Velvet believes that art should be more than a visual experience—it should be felt. Through textured surfaces and vibrant colors, her work invites viewers to engage with art beyond sight alone, creating a sensory connection that is especially meaningful for neurodivergent and disabled communities. Each of her paintings is a one-of-a-kind reflection of a moment, a feeling, a triumph—impossible to replicate, just like the journey that led her here.

To date, Velvet has showcased her work in over ten gallery exhibitions, with a mission to bring her art to non-traditional spaces where all audiences can fully experience it. But art is more than just her personal passion—it’s a way of life. Her four children also share in the joy of creativity, making art an integral part of their family’s story.

Velvet Poindexter’s work is not just about painting; it’s about connection, healing, and reimagining the way we experience art.

Experience the Art Loop like never before at Makers Alley! We’re featuring work by local artists in a setting that’s anything but traditional. Skip the wine and cheese—grab a $5 beer and fry combo and enjoy great art in the beer garden.

To take advantage of 3-hours FREE parking at the mid-town park garage located at 840 Orange Street, all you have to do is register your car with AirGarage and ask a Makers Alley team member for the QR code to validate.
DOWNTOWN

MANE Gallery at the Tina Betz Urban Artist Exchange

1509 Clifford Brown Walk - Studio #1, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-576-2100 • cityfestwilm.com/uae-amphitheater
Artist: Velvet Poindexter – Sand Artist & Visionary Creator
About: Born and raised in Delaware, Velvet Poindexter’s journey as an artist is one of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. As a teenager, she faced significant mental health challenges that made it difficult to move forward. Despite years of medical treatments and therapy, true progress remained elusive—until she found healing through art.

What began as a personal coping mechanism—painting on glass, then canvas, and eventually wood—soon evolved into a deep passion for artistic expression. But it was sand painting that unlocked a whole new dimension of creativity and purpose. For the past 10 years, Velvet has embraced this unconventional medium, drawn to its tactile nature and the emotional depth it conveys.

Velvet believes that art should be more than a visual experience—it should be felt. Through textured surfaces and vibrant colors, her work invites viewers to engage with art beyond sight alone, creating a sensory connection that is especially meaningful for neurodivergent and disabled communities. Each of her paintings is a one-of-a-kind reflection of a moment, a feeling, a triumph—impossible to replicate, just like the journey that led her here.

To date, Velvet has showcased her work in over ten gallery exhibitions, with a mission to bring her art to non-traditional spaces where all audiences can fully experience it. But art is more than just her personal passion—it’s a way of life. Her four children also share in the joy of creativity, making art an integral part of their family’s story.

Velvet Poindexter’s work is not just about painting; it’s about connection, healing, and reimagining the way we experience art.

Experience the Art Loop like never before at Makers Alley! We’re featuring work by local artists in a setting that’s anything but traditional. Skip the wine and cheese—grab a $5 beer and fry combo and enjoy great art in the beer garden.

To take advantage of 3-hours FREE parking at the mid-town park garage located at 840 Orange Street, all you have to do is register your car with AirGarage and ask a Makers Alley team member for the QR code to validate.
DOWNTOWN

Mezzanine Gallery

820 N. French Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-577-8278 • arts.delaware.gov
Artist of Life
Artists: Geraldo “The King of Transit” Gonzalez
About: Geraldo Gonzalez invites us to look through his eyes into a kaleidoscopic, utopian world where good triumphs over evil and public transportation reigns supreme. A passionate transit enthusiast, the majority of Geraldo’s artworks concern the public transportation systems of the greater Delaware Valley, highlighting them with bright swathes of pattern and color. His daily experiences with public transportation are depicted with radiating color, bathing his compositions in rainbow light. In Sensing Justice with Geraldo Gonzalez, this utopian transit imagery is interwoven with multifaceted self-portraits that possess similar moralizing and expressive power.
DOWNTOWN

MKT Gallery

200 W. 9th Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-289-6772
Spaces That Speak by DOT & Smashed Label
Artists: DOT & Smashed Label
About: Spaces That Speak is an immersive exhibit that blends hip hop, R&B, Black cinema, pop art, street art, and vinyl into one unforgettable space where art, sound, fashion, and identity collide. Every wall speaks, every corner remembers, and every detail celebrates self-expression. This exhibit honors the voices, styles, and stories that have shaped and continue to shape our world.

This isn't just an exhibit - it's a conversation. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 7-9pm.

Artist Crae Washington wants to take the categories, groups and titles that society gives you and break them. He believes the art is the best therapy.

He has some training from the University of Delaware and the Art Institute of Boston but feels more of a free spirit as an artist. His art is best described as loose, impulsive expression of his experiences.

Smashed Label aims to change points of view and perceptions through art and design. Smash Labels...Create your own!
DOWNTOWN

Nomad

905 N. Orange Street, Wilmington, DE
Artist: Jimmy Thompson
About: Join us for the first and final Art Loop at Nomad, who will be changing ownership after this month. Jimmy Thompson’s paintings of buildings around the city will be on display. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-9pm with live music, drinks from the bar and refreshments. Regular hours are 5- 10pm Wednesday- Saturday.
DOWNTOWN

The Queen

500 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-658-7897 • thegrandwilmington.org
On the Other Side
Artist: Ray Reinsfelder
About: "How did we end up here?"

Ray Reinsfelder is a neurodivergent non-binary creative working in Wilmington, Delaware. As a multidisciplinary artist, they explore personal identity, trauma, body horror, and altered states of consciousness. Created with exaggerated figures, odd portraits, and surreal scenes, Ray paints, draws, and tattoos connection between their internal world and observed reality.
DOWNTOWN

The SOLD Firm

800-B N. Tatnall Street, Wilmington, DE
Ameriica Has a Problem
Artists: y.it (James Wyatt)
About: “Ameriica Has A Problem” is the ONLY art exhibit ever dedicated to Beyoncé Knowles Carter, a visual celebration of one of the most iconic cultural forces of our time — Queen Bey. This exhibition pays tribute to her legacy, power, and evolving artistry through the eyes of visual art and music who channels her influence into bold, expressive works. From the beginning of her Destiny’s Child Houston roots to the opulence of Renaissance and country genre representation of Cowboy Carter, each piece reimagines moments from her music, performances, and personal journey.

Expect a rich mix of mediums, including paintings and digital art by Visual Artist y.it, and memorabilia that echo her themes of empowerment, Black identity, feminism, and transformation provided by Curator, Nataki Oliver. Whether you’re a lifelong member of the BeyHive or simply inspired by boundary-breaking creativity, this show is a love letter to Beyoncé’s impact on music, art and culture. Friday 9.5.25 5PM-7:45PM

Vibrant…Fierce…Unapologetic. This isn’t just an exhibit — it’s an experience.

Music provided by: SaiEuniq; Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
DOWNTOWN

Spaceboy Clothing

202 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-300-5516
5 Minute Doodles
Artist: CHEZ
About: Spaceboy co-owner and local artist David Chez will be showcasing his art and creating FREE custom doodles for Art Loop attendees from 6pm-9pm! Each piece takes just 3–5 minutes and is drawn with a bold, drippy black paint marker on large white poster paper. Swing by to grab your one-of-a-kind artwork — while supplies last, first come, first served! Visit heychez.com to see more of his work.

Chez, a.k.a. David Sanchez is a Wilmington, Delaware-based mixed media, pop and street artist. Bright colors and vivid designs dominate his work, and Chez often reflects on cultural anxiety and isolation, two byproducts of man and machine co-existing in a hyperconnected world.

Graffiti art, skateboarding, and punk rock were early inspirations for Chez as they all reject conformity and encourage individuals to express themselves without regard for boundaries or traditions.

Empowered by punk's do-it-yourself mentality, Chez is a self-taught artist. He uses multiple mediums for storytelling and self-expression including digital, video, music, screen printing and tattoos.

Chez is co-owner and operator of Spaceboy Clothing, an award-winning company in Wilmington, Delaware, known for innovative graphic tees and custom prints Since 2009.
DOWNTOWN

The Studio on Market

219 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-229-7108
Untitled
Artists: Yakime Akelá Brown and Tony Sealey
About: Wilmington Art Loop veteran contemporary abstract artist Yakime Akelá Brown and photographic artist Tony Sealey once again join forces to present 'Untitled,' an intimate exhibition of some of their newest works.

Just so you know, these two brothers are the real deal and are serious about what they do. This event will showcase an amalgamation of mature sophistication, style, and a passion for the arts. In other words, you don't want to miss this event.

Why did they name the exhibit something as vague as "Untitled," you ask? Well the answer is pretty simple. You don't need a title to experience great art, good vibes, and interesting people, do you? Well there's your answer. So make sure Studio on Market is your first stop on the Wilmington Art Loop.
DOWNTOWN

Urban Artist Exchange Open Studios

16th & N. Walnut Streets, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-493-7614
Afghan Faces
Artist: Hikmatullah Kharoti
DOWNTOWN

Wilma's

900 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-761-0564
Forward
Artists: Group exhibition by the Art Battle Artists
About: Get ready for live energy on canvas curated by Irina Angelova & Kim Lucas!

Join us for “Forward,” a group exhibition featuring some of the fiercest talents from the Art Battle stage — where artists paint live, fast, and fearless in front of a crowd. Now, they’re stepping off the battle floor and into the “Forward” exhibit!

Come see what happens when raw speed and creative adrenaline turn into fully realized works of art. Featuring top Art Battle competitors from Wilmington DE & Philadelphia PA, this show celebrates the bold, the bright, and the beautifully unfiltered.

Original artworks for sale, Live painting + vibes, drinks + good company. Free Entry — All are welcome! Come support local talent, grab a drink, and enjoy all the good vibes from 5- 8pm!
RIVERFRONT

The Delaware Contemporary

200 S. Madison Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-656-6466 • decontemporary.org
Fall 2025 Biennial: Art + AI
About: The opening reception of multidisciplinary exhibitions exploring artificial intelligence not simply as a tool, but as subject, collaborator, and mirror to reveal the profound ways this technology is reshaping the nature of art, identity, and agency.

Opening of our retrospective gallery, spotlighting the timeless relevance of The Delaware Contemporary as we celebrate 25 years on the riverfront.

Music by the Shucked Oysters Band. Studios open! Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-9pm.
RIVERFRONT

Starbucks on the Riverfront

329 S. Justison Street, Wilmington, DE Tel: 302-510-2762 • decontemporary.org
25 Years in the Making
Artist: Elissa Davis
About: There will be tastings and live music by IHarliegh. She is an extremely popular and engaging singer and the Riverfront is excited to have her along with visual artist/painter Elissa Davis. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 4- 8pm.
RIVERFRONT

Delaware Theatre Company

200 S. Madison Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-656-6466 • decontemporary.org
LIFE LESSONS
Artists: Arden Artisans Collective
About: Discover the beauty of connection through Life Lessons, an invitational exhibit inspired by Delaware Theatre Company's production of Tuesdays with Morrie. This exhibition explores themes of mentorship, growth and the human spirit through the arts. Featuring artists working in multiple mediums: Steve Tanis- oil on canvas, Linda Celestian- fiberwork sculptures, Megan Murphy-King- ceramic sculpture, and Lon Sullivan- poured paint/mixed media.

LIFE LESSONS runs February 19- March 9, 2025 in the gallery off the theatre lobby. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4 pm and the hour prior to each show time. www.ardenartisans.com. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5:30- 7:30pm.

In addition, the play Tuesdays with Morrie runs on stage at Delaware Theatre Company from Feb 19-Mar 9, 2025. To purchase tickets, visit www.delawaretheatre.org, or call the Box Office at 302-594-1100.
RIVERFRONT

The Glad Suite

1339 Linden Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 410-458-1119
Capturing A Feeling
Artists: Group Show
About: The theme for our inaugural Art Loop is "Capturing a Feeling- Lingering With Moments in Music, Fashion, Nostalgia, Whimsy, and Luck," A Group Show featuring local artists. Featured Artists Include: Carly Maiorano of The Glad Suite, Katie Brown, Jen Hintz Eggers, Katie Kinsman, Sabrina Penguin, and Molly Rue Leitner.

Carly is an Artist and Collaborative Leader at The Glad Suite. She is most inspired by color, botanicals, friendship, memory, and the cultivation of joy. Her painting style embraces color and pattern, and explores boiling down subjects to pure forms in high contrast. Carly seeks inspiration by wandering local botanical gardens and by engaging with the local creative community.

For more Information, visit thegladsuite.com/events/capturing-a-feeling. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5:30-8:30pm with light refreshments and Live Music by Leaf Print!
WEST SIDE

Avenue Cuts

1700 N. Scott Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-655-1718
Artist: Karoline Wileczek
WEST SIDE

Blue Ball Barn

1914 W Park Drive, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-353-5679
Mark Kaufman Art Show
WEST SIDE

Blue Streak Gallery

1721 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-429-0506
Artists: Gregory Blue & Emi Shigeno
About: Artwork by Brandywine Valley Plein Aire painters Gregory Blue and Emi Shigeno on exhibit until September 30. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-7pm.
WEST SIDE

Blue Streak Gallery at Piccolina Toscana

1412 N. Dupont Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-429-0506
Together We Are Born
Artist: Elissa S. Davis
WEST SIDE

Delaware Center for Horticulture

1810 N. Dupont Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-658-6262 • thedch.org
Artist: Keith Sharp
About: Keith Sharp is a photographer based in Media, PA. Keith transforms the ordinary world around him, creating mysterious, subtle, and poetic images that cause viewers to do a double take. Come enjoy his gallery of playful and surreal images, honoring the natural world.

DCH provides light refreshments and beer/wine are sold during the gallery during the Art Loop from 5:30- 8pm. We will also be hosting a Plant Bingo Event from 6:30-7:30p.m. in the gardens. Tickets can be purchased at thedch.org/event/?eid=14615. The show will be on display through August 25th.
WEST SIDE

Fit Studio
presented by Blue Streak Gallery

62 Rockford Rd, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-429-0506
Cotton Candy
Artist: Wendy Hatch
WEST SIDE

Howard Pyle Studio

1305 N. Franklin Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-656-7304
Artists: Artist Kass Morin Freeman and other artists of the Howard Pyle Studio
About: Known to many as a landscape painter, Kass Morin Freeman’s abiding interest in metal sculpture often leads her to explore similar shapes in the space of the two-dimensional surface.

Freeman is an elected member of the American Watercolor Society and the National Watercolor Society. She has won more than 150 major awards in national, international, and regional exhibitions including the Sylvan Grouse Guild Award Medal from the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society and the Crest Medal from the Philadelphia Water Color Society for continued excellence in watercolor.

Her work has been featured in several books and art publications including Splash III, Splash 7, Make Your Watercolors Look Professional, Best of Watercolor II, Watercolor for the Serious Beginner, Creative Expressions in Watercolor, and “International Showcase of Prize Winners” in International Artist (issues 14 and 21).

Graduated from Moore College of Art and Design (BS in Art Education) with graduate studies in Ceramics and Metal Smithing at Tyler School of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA, Kass Morin Freeman has been involved with many groups and art institutions for more than 45 years as a teacher, juror, and workshop instructor.

Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5- 7:30pm with refreshments and free admission.
WEST SIDE

The Music School of Delaware

4101 Washington St, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-762-1132 • musicschoolofdelaware.org
Whispers of Nature
Artist: Flavia Loreto
BEYOND THE CITY

Centreville Place: Market & Cafe

5800 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
Tel: 302-521-8789
Collages and Clayworks
Artist: Ernesto Raul Beckford and Alison Begala
BEYOND THE CITY

Delaware Museum of
Nature and Science

4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-658-9111 • <a href="https://delmns.orgdelmns.org
Dragonfly Art and "Through the Lens: Framing Wild Behaviors"
Exhibit #1: As part of the Dragonfly Project, students across Delaware learned about several dragonfly species and voted for the one they felt best represents our state.

Their choice, the Blue Dasher, will be proposed as Delaware’s official state dragonfly through legislation introduced by Senator Stephanie Hansen in the Senate and Representative Sophie Phillips in the House of Representatives this spring.

Elementary, middle, and high school students from all three counties created 3D art using recycled materials and wrote essays supporting their selected species. They explored the biology, ecology, and cultural meanings of dragonflies, using science and creativity. Come see the winning art projects and essays on display at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science.
Exhibit #2: Our new exhibit in collaboration with the Delaware Photographic Society captures various animal behaviors through photography, illustrating how photographers and scientists use photography to document and describe these natural behaviors.

The Delaware Photographic Society was organized as the Delaware Camera Club on January 31, 1931, making it one of the oldest camera clubs in the country. The Society engages and educates novice to professional photographers in a collaborative and encouraging environment, creating artistic images for display for the enjoyment of the community in our region.

Visit the exhibit in the Community Room at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science to see these photographs on full display.
BEYOND THE CITY

Arden Buzz-Ware Gallery

2119 The Highway, Arden, D
Tel: 302-981-4811
COLOR & LIGHT
Artists: Micah Altman & Jeanne Orr
About: On exhibit will be Lamps and Shades by Micah Altman, & Paintings by Jeanne Orr, both members of the Arden Artisan Collective

Micah Altman - Micah grew up in Philadelphia and obtained a Doctorate in Psychology from Hahnemann University. Twenty-five years ago she returned to making and launched Arden Lamp Works upon moving to Arden in 2023. She creates her lamps from found art objects such as vases and figurines. Her shades complement each lamp and are made from sheets of mica embedded with real plant material. Each is a unique creation. Jeanne Orr is a painter inspired by the beauty of childhood and the natural world. Drawing from her background as a preschool teacher and training in botanical illustration, she creates portraits and scenes that capture the wonder and joy of everyday life.

Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5:30- 8pm. Refreshments provided; Donations welcomed!
BEYOND THE CITY

Bellefonte Arts

803-C Brandywine Blvd, Bellefonte, DE
Tel: 302-547-2573 • bellefontearts.com
Larry Hinson Photography: A Retrospective
Artists: Larry Hinson
About: Larry Hinson was an award-winning photographer from Wilmington, Delaware. His love of photography began as a counselor at YMCA Camp Tockwogh, where he learned darkroom processing. Larry enjoyed photographing landscapes, airshows, seascapes, portraits, urban scenes and the American Bald Eagle.

Larry was an active member of several photography and art groups including Delaware Photographic Society and Bellefonte Arts.

Larry was a longtime volunteer at Bellefonte Arts, until his passing in 2020. Bellefonte Arts is pleased to host a Retrospective of Larry’s work, to exhibit his captivating photography and celebrate his memory.

Refreshments and tastings at Bellefonte Arts from 5- 8pm, as well as other shops in Bellefonte, live music at the Bellefonte Cafe and another Art Loop hosting at Finist and the Owl, a Bellefonte Bookery. Come and make a night of it and visit the Town of Bellefonte.
BEYOND THE CITY

David's Studio and Gallery Salon

2324 Cherry Lane, Arden
Tel: 545-7489
2024 New Paintings & Sculptures Exhibit
Artist: David Ashworth Burslem
About: On display this year's new works produced as this year's recipient of the Delaware Division of the Arts Established Sculpture Artist Award as well as his lifetime collection of paintings, prints and sculptures.

David Ashworth Burslem studied graphic design at the University of Delaware and has continued to produce art over the past 59 years while earning a living as a graphic designer, teacher, Gallery owner and home remodeling contractor.

His art will be on display in David's Studio and Gallery Salon and Bamboo Gallery and also his "Rise Up" Sculpture Garden on Friday, November 1 from 5-8pm and on Saturday, November 2 from 10am-2pm.
BEYOND THE CITY

Finist & The Owl

811 Brandywine Blvd, Bellefonte, DE
Tel: 786-228-6638 • finistandtheowl.com
Where Tradition and Creativity Meet
Artist: Deepa Iyer
About: Watters Is a multidisciplinary artist who creates mandala art, dot art, acrylic paintings, clay and mirror work, and textured art. Inspired by nature and culture, she blends tradition with creativity across different mediums.
BEYOND THE CITY

Suite M Gallery

5714 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
Tel: 302-598-3490
New Abstracts
Artists: Sara Klingmeyer and Joseph Fiducioso
BEYOND THE CITY

M.Coty Designs

5808 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
Tel: 302-545-5437
"On Paintings Over the Years"
Artist: Mary Coty
BEYOND THE CITY

Jester Art Space

2818 Grubb Road, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 484-947-8191 • jesterartspace.org
Menagerie of Traditions
Artist: Thomas Del Porte
About: Menagerie of Traditions, an exhibit in which Thomas honors the lineage of these great artists whose bold vision shaped the language of the contemporary art world. Steeped in tradition, but never confined by it, he carries their influence forward. A symphony of line, light, color and space- his work shimmers with tension and beauty, and invites the viewer to slow down and see. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-8pm.

Thomas Del Porte is a devoted Delaware artist and teacher whose paintings pulse with the legacy of great painters- from Cézanne to Van Gogh. Del Porte’s most recent work has been influenced by his time as Artist in Residence in two residencies in France. Del Porte’s award-winning work can be found in private collections in the United States and Europe.
BEYOND THE CITY

Lumen Studio & Gallery

1601 Concord Pike, Suite 89
Tel: 302-545-3204
Metamorphosis
Artists: Patt Panzer and Carson Zullinger
About:Metamorphosis is a profound change or transformation. While often associated with the biological development of animals, the term can also describe other significant changes.

In biology, metamorphosis refers to a biological process in which an animal undergoes a dramatic physical transformation after birth or hatching, involving distinct stages of development and changes in body structure.

In art, it's often used to represent profound change, psychological states, and the fluidity of identity. Surrealist artists like Salvador Dalí and Max Ernst utilized metamorphosis to depict dream states and the unconscious.

Patt Panzer is a retired physician now involved in Delaware community and environmental health projects. She completed the Coursera Michigan State University Certificate Program “Cameras, Exposure, and Photography” in 2016, with her Capstone project of “Wildlife in My Backyard Garden”. She photographs plants and wildlife (flora and fauna) in her home native plant wildlife habitat garden as well as other locations including Mt Cuba Center where she recently completed their ecological gardening certificate program and is now a Mt Cuba volunteer ambassador.

Carson Zullinger has been working as an artist since the late 1970’s with an extensive Exhibit history including a 40-year retrospective at the Biggs Museum of American Art in 2016.His work is in multiple Museum collections. Carson received a Masters Artist Fellowship from the Delaware Division of the Arts in 2014. His primary genre is Fine Art Nude photography and much of his recent work in the past several years has been in collaboration with an international group of fine art nude photographers and models (“Zoefest”), as well as underwater work with local models.
BEYOND THE CITY

The Station Gallery

3922 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
Tel: 654-8638 • stationgallery.net
Artist: Group Show featuring 2025 Flower Market Artist Monique Sarkessian
About: Also showing new paintings by Sue Ciccone. Michele Foster, Mary Ann Weselyk. Opening Reception to Meet the Artists on Friday, March 7 from 5 – 8 pm.
DOWNTOWN

Spaceboy Clothing

202 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
Tel: 302-300-5516
Wilmington for Sale
About: Fascinated by the history of the area and it's manufacturing past. Co-owner Noah Merenda has curated and collected Wilmington relics over the years. This has led him to recreate designs and advertising from business that used to make Wilmington their home. Antiques, Clothing and prints will be for sale for the first time to the public. Join us in celebrating Wilmington's past and future!

Noah Merenda AKA HIMMIE is a Wilmington based artist and Photographer. He is Co-Owner of Spaceboy Clothing. A Wilmington Delaware business since 2009. Spaceboy sells locally designed and printed clothing, Vintage items and gifts. Join us for the Art Loop reception from 5-9pm.

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galleries, museums and alternative art spaces!
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NEW VENUE?

Are you a brick and mortar business interested in joining the Loop? Click the link below and fill out the form to join Wilmington’s participating galleries, museums and alternative art spaces!
GET ON THE LOOP

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ART LOOP SHUTTLE

The Art Loop Shuttle begins at 5:30pm and stops at 8:30pm. It will start at The Delaware Contemporary (TDC) and return to the TDC after stopping at participating venues.

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