Convergence

Convergence Arts

Where Art & Faith Meet

A nonprofit arts lab, resident artist studios, and contemplative sculpture garden in Alexandria, VA.

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Convergence is a unique arts nonprofit located just outside Washington, D.C., in Alexandria, Virginia. Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant community where artists, creatives, and the wider public can explore the intersection of creativity and faith.

We offer resident artist studios, exhibitions, an all-ages arts lab, creative development programs, and a contemplative sculpture garden. Our blog, "Converging," features interviews, reflections, and stories from our community.

Whether you're an artist seeking studio space, a visitor looking for an exhibit, or someone interested in faith and arts, we welcome you to converge with us.

About

HistoryThe story of Convergence and its founding in Alexandria.

Arts

Contemplative Sculpture GardenA peaceful outdoor space featuring rotating sculpture installations.CRAVEAn annual competition funding bold, community-focused art projects.Creative DevelopmentPrograms nurturing artistic growth: classes, coaching, internships.ClassesWorkshops and courses for all skill levels.Incubation and CoachingMentorship for emerging artists and creative entrepreneurs.InternshipsHands-on experience in arts administration and curation.ExhibitsCurrent and past exhibitions in our gallery spaces.Lab All AgesA creative lab open to all ages, fostering artistic exploration.LAA CollectiveA collaborative group within the Lab All Ages program.LAA Fest TooAn annual festival celebrating community art.LAA Open MicMonthly open mic nights for spoken word, music, and more.LAA ShowcasesExhibitions and performances by Lab All Ages participants.LAA Sound StudioA recording studio available to Lab All Ages members.Resident ArtistsProfiles of our current resident artists and their studios.

Events

EventsUpcoming events at Convergence.CalendarFull calendar of exhibitions, gatherings, and workshops.Huiothesia: A Glorious ConditionAn exhibition exploring the theme of adoption.Huiothesia: A Glorious Condition (Dec 19)First day of the exhibition.Huiothesia: A Glorious Condition (Dec 20)Second day of the exhibition.Huiothesia: A Glorious Condition (Dec 26)Third day of the exhibition.Huiothesia: A Glorious Condition (Dec 27)Fourth day of the exhibition.Celebration GatheringA special worship and arts gathering.Considering HarmA curated conversation on harm and healing.

Faith

FaithExploring the spiritual dimension of Convergence.Celebration GatheringWeekly worship service integrating arts.ChurchThe church community at Convergence.Discipleship GroupsSmall groups for spiritual growth.Taize PrayerContemplative prayer services in the Taize tradition.

People

PeopleStories and profiles of individuals connected to Convergence.CRAVE 4 Proposal 3 – Suspended AnimationA proposed project exploring stillness and time.CRAVE 4 Proposal 4 – Wounded WarriorA project by Joan Woodall.CRAVE 4 Proposal 1: The Silent WorldAn installation on silence and noise.CRAVE 4 Proposal 2 – The Up-Cycle Collaborative ProjectA community upcycling art project.CRAVE Proposal 2: Materialized MagicA yarn bomb habitat by Erika Cleveland and Stacy Cantrell.Violent Grace: A RetrospectiveAn exhibition of works by Edward Knippers.Gaining A New Sense Of ConfidencePersonal story of transformation through art.Artist Spotlight: Oklahoma Car CrashFeature on the band Oklahoma Car Crash.Life Happens: All the Pictures of You with Arms CrossedA music review and reflection.The Kiehls Converge on ConvergenceFamily visit story.There’s Nothing Like ItTestimonial on the Convergence experience.Turning Works Into Praise: Collage as Spiritual PracticeCollage as a form of worship.

Converging

ConvergingThe official blog of Convergence.BlogLatest posts from Converging.My Glorious ConditionReflection on the Greek word huiothesia.A Conversation With Sculptor, Karen SwenholtInterview with sculptor Karen Swenholt.A Garden? Of Sculptures? Oohh la laPreview of the sculpture garden.Churches are Called to Curate and Create CultureEssay on the role of churches in culture.Created to Create: Reflections from SundayThoughts on creativity and faith.Learning to See: A Surveyor’s MapFirst in a series on seeing.Learning to See: Drowning in ProcessSecond in the series.Learning to See: FermentationThird in the series.Learning to See: For Mature Audiences OnlyFourth in the series.

Creative Development

Creative Development ArticlesArticles on creative development programs.Chris Miles, CRAVE Winner! Where Is He Now?!Update on a past CRAVE winner.Do Clothes Make the Man?Essay by Edward Knippers on clothing and identity.Exhibiting Artist, Roger FosterProfile of artist Roger Foster.FEST TOO ReflectionsThoughts on the LAA Fest Too event.Studio Artist Spotlight: Aimee FullmanFeature on resident artist Aimee Fullman.

Vergenow

GroupsOnline groups at Convergence.Hospitality Group 6/22A hospitality group gathering.Lab All Ages GroupOnline group for Lab All Ages participants.Sculpture Garden ProjectGroup for sculpture garden volunteers.The Church at ConvergenceOnline group for the church community.LoginLogin page for Vergenow.

Resources

FAQsFrequently asked questions about Convergence.Privacy PolicyOur privacy policy.Terms of UseTerms and conditions for using the site.