Reston Art Gallery and Studios (RAGS) in Reston, Virginia, is presenting its May exhibition titled “Down the Shore,” featuring acrylic paintings by gallery director and artist Pat Macintyre. The show depicts coastal scenes from the Eastern Shore, Isle of Wight Bay, and Ocean City, including images of rural villages and large shells on pale canvases. A reception will be held on May 10 from 2-4pm, and the exhibit runs through May 31.
This exhibition highlights the work of a local artist-director and reinforces RAGS’ role as a community-focused artists’ collective in Reston, a landmark since 1987. By showcasing regional landscapes and offering original works for sale, the gallery supports local artistic talent and provides accessible cultural programming for the area, underscoring the importance of small galleries in sustaining local art scenes.