The Washington Street Art Center presents “Alchemy and Ch’i” by Spiridoula Politis.

ON VIEW: February 6-27, Saturdays 12-4 and by appointment
OPENING RECEPTION: February 6, 2010 6-9pm
CONTACT: Washington Street Art Center, 617-623-5315 or Spira9@gmail.com


The First Law of Thermodynamics says that energy under normal conditions cannot be created or destroyed, simply transformed from one type of energy to another.

Alchemy and Ch’i is a collection of mixed media paintings and drawings that explore Universal energy, communication, and transformation through the use of form, symbology, and color. Symbols of earthly elements, the metaphysical, the spiritual, and the new age collide and intermingle with light, form, and movement in deep space; a space that welcomes the viewer to enter, feel connected, and possibly be transformed.

Alchemy and Ch’i is on display at Gallery 321 at the Washington Street Art Center during the month of February, with an opening reception on Saturday February 6 from 6:00-9:00pm. Normal gallery hours are Saturdays 12:00pm-4:00pm with additional viewings available by appointment.

The Washington Street Art Center houses Gallery 321, hosts studio space for more than twenty visual artists, and presents exhibitions, concerts, film series, and other art initiatives. The Center participates in Somerville Open Studios each May and an annual open studios and craft fair in December.

The Washington Street Art Center is between Union Square and Beacon Street: a five-minute walk from Union Square and a ten-minute walk from Harvard Square (two blocks from Beacon Street). The Center is near or on the following bus routes: 87, 83, 86, and 91. Parking is free and ample.