Artist Reception and Award Ceremony: July 23, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Artists Who Teach is an annual juried exhibition that presents the artwork of talented visual arts educators throughout Coastal Virginia. Artwork in all media is represented by current educators of
local schools, colleges, art centers and institutions.

Truly Matthews, Assistant Director of Education & Engagement at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), serves as juror and judge for this year’s exhibition. With over ten years of
experience in the museum field, she is committed and passionate about helping all audiences make meaningful connections between art and the everyday. Matthews currently serves on the Executive Board of the Virginia Art Education Association as Treasurer and previously held the position of VAEA Museum Division Director. She holds a MA in Museum Studies from Johns Hopkins University and BA from Old Dominion University.

This year’s exhibition features cash prizes awarded to Best in Show, First, Second, and Third Places.