Encaustic & acrylic paintings by Robert Thiel
Acrylic paintings by James Ondo and Patricia Kentz

Reception: Sunday, November 3 • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

After practicing dentistry for over 30 years in Northern Virginia, Patsy Kentz pursued a second career as an artist. She found that the same attention to detail in dentistry applied to art as well. Patsy was soon commissioned to do house portraits for families in northern Virginia and began painting scenes of the beach, reflecting her love for the area. Although painting has become Patsy’s second career, she does not consider it a job, describing it as a form of meditation. Her work can be viewed at patsykentz.com.

Jim Ondo has enjoyed both oil and acrylic painting as a hobby throughout his careers in the US Army and as an engineering contractor in the Washington, D.C. area. After retiring, he and his wife Patsy Kentz took formal lessons from Pam Jarrett, Arnold Lopes and most recently, Rob Thiel. Being close to amazing artists has brought him joy and allowed him to continue learning painting skills and techniques.

Retirement has given Robert Thiel, a self-taught artist, the opportunity to expand his artistry to encompass various subjects and mediums. His exploration has led him to encaustic painting (using beeswax) and the use of cold wax mixed with oil paint, leading to a more abstract perspective. His artwork is inspired by nature and travel, and he also teaches acrylic art at the Reston Community Center when he is not playing pickleball. More of his work can be seen here:  https://mcthiel.wixsite.com/rtphoto