Acrylic and mixed media paintings by Alfa Tate-O’Neill

Alfa Tate-O’Neill is a Washington, D.C.-based artist who transforms personal photographs into mixed-media paintings infused with a hint of magical realism. Born in Zurich and raised in the U.S., she spent over 35 years marketing iconic Hollywood films before shifting her creative energy toward fine art. Her works blend acrylic paint, photography and hand-applied “bling” (rhinestones or jewelry), bringing cherished moments of family, friends, pets and places vividly to life on canvas.

“What We Love,” Alfa’s exhibit in the Jo Ann Rose Gallery from November 4 to December 1, displays 60 of these exemplary works. It encourages all of us to focus on cherished aspects of life, including the things we love, especially during these challenging times. She shares some things that she loves with the hope that you will share what you love with her.

Since relocating from Los Angeles to Washington with her White Swiss Shepherd, Marco, Alfa has exhibited with organizations including the Alexandria Arts Commission, The Art League, Nepenthe Gallery, Annmarie Sculpture Garden, Las Laguna Art Gallery and West Elm. Her mission: to celebrate joy, humanity and spirituality through art that is as intimate as it is luminous.

For information on the “Meet the Artist” event on Sunday November 9, go to Alfa’s website: alfadesignllc.com or send her an email. Light refreshments will be served, and guests are encouraged to vote for their favorite piece during the event – the winner of a drawing will be able to keep that painting!