🌟 Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk — Opening Reception at Honfleur Gallery

Life in Wood: Anacostia River Walk, curated by Luis Del Valle, opens with a special reception celebrating the six-decade artistic legacy of Washington, DC cultural artist John Zaire El-Badr Cauley. Presented by Valley Place Arts Collaborative in collaboration with Honfleur Gallery, the exhibition showcases mixed-media assemblages created from driftwood gathered from the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers—exploring ancestry, memory, migration, and resilience.

In recognition of Black History Month, the exhibition also includes selections from El-Badr’s Collage Collection (1990–1995) and works from his Black History stamp collection, adding an archival layer to the show.

The opening reception will feature a special Release Open Mic, inviting community voices into conversation with the exhibition.

🗓 January 31 – March 14, 2026
🎉 Opening Reception: Saturday, February 7 | 6–9 PM