Georgetown in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Richard Pitts
"Cascade"
"We are the eyes and ears of the universe.
Through the arts, its up to us to bear
witnes."
Richard Pitts has been bearing witness through his art in various media since 1960s. He was a founder of independent artist-run First Street Gallery in New York, as well as on-going art projects and gallery exhibitions throughout USA. He is currently being represented by amArtHouse Gallery in Bantam Connecticut.
"The sculpture creates the landscape as much as the landscape creates the sculpture"
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 38° 54.202′ N, 77° 3.707′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Georgetown. It is on S Street Northwest west of 31st Street Northwest, on the left when traveling west. The marker and sculpture stand on the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3121 S St NW, Washington DC 20007, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Benjamin Banneker and Suter's Tavern (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Long Stretch of Quiet and Peace
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Other markers no longer nearby. The Georgetown House (was about 400 feet away but has been replaced with another marker now near it); The History of Canal Square (was about 400 feet away but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Also see . . .
1. Richard Pitts' About Page.
With titles like Whirlwind, Electric Water, Dancing Down the Staircase, and Solar Totems, you should get an idea of the muse that has driven artist Richard Pitts for 60 years to explore the outer edges of creativity and bring them to the viewer. But what can we learn about the man behind Richard Pitts Art?(Submitted on February 10, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.)
When you learn about Richard Pitts, you see a story that begins with a solid educational foundation that was built upon during 40 years as a teacher, sharing his craft andgift with others. His work wasnt confined to the realms of academia, though. Through many solo exhibitions, outdoor installations, group exhibitions, and inclusion in many public collections, his works have been appreciated and loved by many.
2. About Page for First Street Gallery.
Celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2019, First Street Gallery, located in the heart of the Chelsea art district in New York City, is an art gallery showcasing the work of emerging and mid-career contemporary artists. As an artist-run gallery, First Street remains committed to the belief that artists themselves are best qualified to impart direction to every phase of their creative work. Opening its doors in 1969 on the Lower East Side, the Gallery has been launching and nurturing artists careers ever since, sharing their work with the general public, other artists and curators, collectors and critics. Our artists have been reviewed in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Sun, Art in America, ARTnews, The New Republic, The New Criterion, Art & Antiques and artcritical.com, among other print and online outlets. The Gallery offers its artists solo and group exhibition opportunities as well as an array of other services. The Gallery invites applications for membership and reviews submissions monthly. A (501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1981, the Gallery has had a robust program of annual exhibition opportunities for local and national nonmember artists for more than 30 years.(Submitted on February 10, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 10, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 105 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 10, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
