September 2019
“A new collection of oil paintings by artist James Aaby will be on display at Washington’s Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery from Sep 14 to Oct 26. There will be a reception for the artist on Saturday, September 14 from 12 noon to 2 PM. Working in oil, Jim enjoys painting extraordinary qualities found in ordinary objects. Last year, he had a solo show in Washington, D.C. called “Finding Beauty Where You Least Expect It,” and the theme of the upcoming show at the Gunn Library in Washington, CT, “Heavy Metal” is a subset of that same concept. In “Heavy Metal” Jim casts a spotlight on metallic subjects that are usually behind the scenes.”
January 2019
"Arabesque," an oil painting by James Aaby wins Third Place for Painting in Washington (CT) Art Association's annual Membership Show.
January 2018
First Friday Dupont: Art Walk
Gallery spaces are open for a self-guided walk around Dupont Circle art galleries, embassies, retailers, and historic houses, including: "Take Five Meditation will be showing painter James Aaby: Finding beauty where you least expect it. Take Five Meditation is located at 1803 Connecticut Avenue, NW; 2nd floor. To find out more, visit www.takefivemeditation.com."
The January Art Walk also featured artists at Hillyer Art Space, Q STreet Fine Art, R Space Collection, Washington Studio School, Studio Gallery, Swann Street Gallery, Shop Made in DC, and ArtJamz.
Social Media
"@takefivemeditation is showing the art of James Aaby. A phenomenal American artist who finds beauty in the mundane. The works are in oil and they are stunning. This work is called 'Black Crescent,' and I love it. #beautyinthemundane"
By @tarahuber1