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SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Through the Lens: Love\, Serve\, Lead by Alexis Doty
DESCRIPTION:Artist Reception: Through the Lens: Love\, Serve\, Lead by Alexis Doty\nJoin us for a special Artist Reception honoring Alexis Doty\, Floris UMC’s photographer and videographer\, whose work has helped shape how our community’s story is seen and remembered. \nAlexis is a DMV native\, born and raised in Maryland\, with a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. She began working with video production in high school and has continued to grow that passion into meaningful\, purpose-driven work. Today\, she is the founder of two Herndon-based production companies\, F22 Video Solutions and Memory Lane Productions\, where she helps individuals and families preserve their stories and legacies in their own words. \nAt Floris UMC\, Alexis brings a deeply personal and thoughtful approach to photography and videography. Her work focuses on authenticity over perfection\, capturing moments that often go unnoticed\, including acts of service\, quiet leadership\, shared joy\, and genuine connection. Through her lens\, we see how faith is lived out through love in action. \nAlexis’s creativity is deeply connected to community. She supports several local nonprofits through their annual fundraisers\, assists with the NJROTC boosters at Herndon High School\, and balances her creative work with family life alongside her high school sweetheart and their children. \nThis artist reception offers a unique opportunity to connect with Alexis beyond the gallery walls. In addition to the exhibited work\, Alexis will be sharing bonus pieces exclusively during the reception\, offering guests a deeper look into her creative process and storytelling approach. \nDuring the reception\, guests will have the chance to: \n\nMeet the artist and hear her story\nLearn about her creative journey and inspiration\nView additional pieces available only at the reception\nEngage in meaningful conversation around faith\, art\, and community\n\nWhether you know Alexis personally or are encountering her work for the first time\, this evening invites you to connect with the artist behind the lens and experience her work in a more personal way. \nJoin us for an evening of conversation\, connection\, and discovery\, and do not miss the special bonus pieces available only during the artist reception. \nAll are welcome! Admission is free.Come and experience Through the Lens: Love\, Serve\, Lead with us on February 1.
URL:https://www.florisumc.org/event/artist-reception-alexis-doty/
LOCATION:Floris UMC\, 13600 Frying Pan Road\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery
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SUMMARY:Floris Art Gallery Open Call for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Floris Art Gallery Open Call for Artists\nTheme: Love Boldly. Serve Joyfully. Lead Courageously.Submission Deadline: November 23\, 2025Exhibit Dates: January 21 – February 28\, 2026 \n\nEvent Description\nDo you express your faith through art? Whether you paint\, sculpt\, photograph\, or create with fiber or mixed media\, the Floris Art Gallery invites you to be part of our next community exhibit. This upcoming show\, “Love Boldly\, Serve Joyfully\, Lead Courageously\,” will celebrate the ways our congregation and staff embody these core values through creativity and imagination. \nArt has always been a reflection of the divine spark within us—a way to communicate truth\, hope\, and beauty that words alone cannot express. At Floris\, we believe creativity is one of the many ways we live out our faith. This exhibit provides a space for artists within our church community to share their gifts and inspire others to see God’s presence in new and meaningful ways. \nWe welcome submissions from all mediums and experience levels. Whether you’re a lifelong artist or just beginning to explore your creative side\, your work can be a powerful expression of faith that moves and uplifts others. Selected works will be featured in the Floris Art Gallery throughout January and February 2026. \nJoin us as we fill our gallery with the colors\, textures\, and stories of our own community—each piece a reflection of what it means to love boldly\, serve joyfully\, and lead courageously in today’s world. \n\nHow to Submit\nPlease submit your artwork by November 23\, 2025.Visit florisumc.org/art-gallery \nCome share your gifts\, celebrate creativity\, and help us bring faith to life through art.
URL:https://www.florisumc.org/event/open-call/
LOCATION:Floris UMC\, 13600 Frying Pan Road\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Prayer Garden by Yoon Nam
DESCRIPTION:Artist Reception: Prayer Garden by Yoon Nam\nSunday\, September 14 | After 9:00 am and 11:00 am Service| Floris Art Gallery \nJoin us for a special celebration for the artistry and faith of Yoon Nam\, whose exhibit Prayer Garden is on display this month at the Floris Art Gallery. \nWhat began as a simple pastime during the pandemic blossomed into a profound spiritual practice for Yoon Nam\, where each brushstroke became both a prayer and a reflection of God’s presence. Her nature-inspired works—trees\, skies\, flowers\, and waterscapes—invite us into stillness\, gratitude\, and the wonder of God’s creation. \nAt the reception\, you’ll have the chance to: \n\nMeet the artist and hear her story in person\nExplore the exhibit in a reflective\, welcoming space\nEnjoy fellowship with others who share a love of art\, creativity\, and community\n\nThis is more than an art reception—it’s an opportunity to pause\, connect\, and celebrate how creativity can draw us closer to God and to one another. \nAll are welcome! Admission is free.Come and experience Prayer Garden with us on September 14.
URL:https://www.florisumc.org/event/artist-reception-prayer-garden-by-yoon-nam/
LOCATION:Floris UMC\, 13600 Frying Pan Road\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171
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SUMMARY:Yoon Nam - Prayer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Experience Art that Connects Faith\, Creativity\, and Community with Yoon Nam’s Prayer Garden Exhibit\nThe Floris Art Gallery invites you to experience this month’s featured collection – Yoon Nam’s Prayer Garden – a heartfelt exploration of faith and creativity born out of unexpected beginnings. \nDuring the pandemic\, many of us searched for new ways to find peace and purpose in uncertain times. For this month’s artist\, that journey began with simple YouTube tutorials and a paintbrush. What started as a pastime soon transformed into a spiritual practice—a way of slowing down\, listening\, and becoming more aware of God’s presence in the quiet moments of each day. \nThough not formally trained\, the artist discovered that painting could be more than just creating images on canvas. Each brushstroke became both a prayer and a reflection\, offering gratitude for the gift of life. Through this practice\, a deeper way of seeing the world emerged—one that celebrates simplicity\, beauty\, and stillness. \nThe collection features scenes of nature—trees reaching toward the sky\, flowers bursting with color\, waterscapes reflecting peace\, and skies alive with light. These works are not simply depictions of creation but invitations to experience it anew. They remind us that God’s beauty is always present—in the ordinary\, in the quiet\, and in the wonder we often overlook. \nWhen you visit the Floris Art Gallery this month\, you’ll encounter more than artwork on the walls. You’ll step into a space where faith and creativity meet\, where each piece is an offering of hope\, gratitude\, and awe. Whether you are an art enthusiast\, a seeker of spiritual reflection\, or simply someone who longs for a moment of stillness\, this exhibition offers a place to pause\, breathe\, and be renewed. \nLearn more about this month’s exhibition on our Art Gallery page. \nThe Floris Art Gallery also welcomes artists in our community to share their gifts. If you are interested in submitting your own work for consideration\, we invite you to apply to exhibit with us. \nCome and experience art that draws you closer to God\, to creation\, and to community.
URL:https://www.florisumc.org/event/yoon-nam-prayer-garden/
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SUMMARY:Following My Own Path - Marisela Rumberg
DESCRIPTION:Following My Own Path by Marisela Rumberg\nDiscover the vibrant\, story-rich work of award-winning fiber artist Marisela Rumberg. Born in Mexico and now based in the U.S.\, Marisela blends tradition and innovation through a stunning mix of fiber arts and mixed media. Her art invites you to explore nature\, myth\, and memory—brought to life with techniques like eco-printing\, wet cyanotype\, thread painting\, and fiber sculpting. \nMarisela’s work has been exhibited on three continents and featured in leading quilt shows and publications. Each piece tells a story\, drawing from her collections such as Nature’s Fingerprints\, Zentangle Inspired Art\, and Legends\, Stories and Mexican Traditions. \nCome experience this powerful exhibition that weaves together culture\, nature\, and imagination in extraordinary ways. \nPlan Your Visit\nExhibit Dates: June 8 – July 27Location: Floris UMC 2nd FloorAdmission: Free & open to the publicLearn more about the Floris Art Gallery
URL:https://www.florisumc.org/event/following-my-own-path/
LOCATION:Floris UMC\, 13600 Frying Pan Road\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171
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