An Art Filled Life | New works by Ram Brisueño and Ashley Joi
An Art Filled Life brings together new works by Ram Brisueño and Ashley Joi at Zenith Gallery, celebrating artistic expression and cultural reflection. The exhibition runs from June 5 through July 18, 2026, with multiple opportunities to engage with the artists and special guests. Two opening receptions kick off the show: Friday June 5 from 4–8 PM and Saturday June 6 from 2–6 PM. A highlight of the run is an Artist Talk and Book Signing on Saturday June 20 at 2 PM, featuring Lady Lay, a Washington, DC‑born writer and founder of A Lil…, who will sign copies of her book Lessons From the Stressors. The exhibition concludes with a Closing Reception on Saturday July 18 from 2–5 PM.
When: June 5 – July 18, 2026. Opening Receptions on Friday June 5 (4–8 PM) and Saturday June 6 (2–6 PM). Artist Talk & Book Signing on Saturday June 20 at 2 PM. Closing Reception on Saturday July 18 (2–5 PM).
Venue: Zenith Gallery, 1429 Iris Street NW, Washington, DC 20012.
Tickets: Admission details are not listed; the event page on Eventbrite suggests registration may be required. Check the Eventbrite listing for possible free or ticketed entry.
Artists: Ram Brisueño and Ashley Joi, presenting new works under the theme of an art‑filled life.
Special Guest: Lady Lay, author of Lessons From the Stressors, who will participate in the Artist Talk and Book Signing on June 20.
Exhibition Focus: The show features recent paintings, mixed‑media pieces, or other works by both artists. References to a “Juneteenth (Jim Crow)” theme in related materials indicate the exhibition may include works that explore African‑American history and contemporary experience, but the core presentation is new works by Brisueño and Joi.
Accessibility: The gallery is located in a street‑level space; contact Zenith Gallery for specific accessibility details.
Note: The exhibition is extended (originally listed through July 4 in some sources) and now runs through July 18, culminating in the closing reception.