3 artsy events in Washington this week

3 artsy events in Washington this weekPhoto: Yannis Papanastasopoulos/Unsplash
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Published on June 19, 2018

Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?

We've rounded up three artsy events around Washington this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from the opening reception for an intimate visual essay to a freestyle paint-and-sip party.

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Opening reception — 'Intimate Cartographies: An Approach to Interpersonal Relationships'

Visit a new visual essay at the Art Museum of the Americas to explore the differences between cartography and photography. Opening this Wednesday night, the exhibition features intimate cartographies by 13 artists from Latin America and Europe. Each piece offers subjective representations, referring to places that have not always existed and evoking emotions that will last a lifetime.

When: Wednesday, June 20, 6-8 p.m.
Where: OAS | AMA F Street Gallery, 1889 F St. NW, terrace level
Admission: Free

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Uplifting Queer Voices with CultureBlast and DC Zines 

Celebrate Pride at a meet-and-greet with the teams behind DC zines that showcase voices from queer communities of color. Editors from DIRT, Homie House Press, MelaNation, and Vănguard will share the themes that drive their work, details on upcoming issues and opportunities to submit work.

When: Thursday, June 21, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: IA&A at Hillyer, 9 Hillyer Court NW
Admission: Free

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Freestyle paint-and-sip at ArtJamz

Unleash your creativity with ArtJamz. At this relaxed, Dupont Circle painting lounge, artists of all levels and abilities sip provided beverages and paint whatever their hearts desire. No one will tell you what to paint, but professional artists are always on hand to provide guidance.

When: Various times Tuesday-Sunday
Where: 1728 Connecticut Ave. NW
Admission: $21

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