Gallery: Principle Holiday Open House

The Principle Gallery is having a Holiday Open House this Saturday, December 3rd, 12-: 8:00 pm. This is one of my favorite galleries in Old Town Alexandria, with its eclectic mix of American Realism, Trompe L'Oiel, abstract, and Russian art. The gallery space is inviting, open and bright, and although the gallery makes the most out of every nook and cranny of its historic building -- leaving some works unhung and leaning against the walls or corners -- the seemingly casual organization of the artwork only contributes to the charm and feeling of love for the art work itself. The staff is always welcoming, unpretentious and knowledgeable and the prices are very reasonable -- although I do wonder what that means for the artists. That said, the gallery has receptions for new shows every month and really seems to promote its artists through its newsletter, website and beautiful postcard mail-outs highlighting their work. The gallery seems to move its inventory and change its hangings quite often so it must be working for everyone. If anyone gets to the opening please let me know what you think!