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Creative convergence: Washington’s new gallery scene

The Washington Post By Lavanya Ramanathan and Stephanie Merry November 17, 2011 “The gallery system is still the tippy-top ideal in some ways,” adds D.C. Arts and Humanities commissioner Philippa Hughes, noting that a handful of conventional galleries have also … Continue reading

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Is Washington D.C. the Best Place for Independent and Emerging Artists?

Meet Obsession By Sarah Marloff November 8, 2011   Most people would consider cities like San Francisco and Manhattan the artistic Meccas. Those who call these cities home revel in the artistic culture that they’ve had a hand in creating, … Continue reading

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Chat with the Going Out Gurus: Philippa Hughes

Washington Post By Lavanya Ramanathan November  8, 2011 We are about to be knee-deep in art openings/parties/talks this weekend, so naturally, the Going Out Gurus turned to art and culture maven Philippa Hughes to help us wade through it all … Continue reading

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The Closer: Hughes The Boss

Modern Luxury November 1, 2011   Philippa Hughes, founder of DC’s go-to-art-events Database, The Pinkline Project, chats about her artistic role at DCWEEK’S closing party. To read the rest of the article click here

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Emerging Visual Artists Elect DC

VanderBilt By Paula Cleggett October 12, 2011 Philippa Hughes, one of 17 volunteer DC Arts Commissioners, says that, “it’s not just the Smithsonian . . . it’s the Capitol, its K Street, I mean, that’s our industry here and its … Continue reading

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Meet Philippa Hughes, the Art Outsider Behind the Pink Line Project

Scout Mob By Marissa Payne September 27, 2011 Don’t confuse Philippa Hughes, the creator of The Pink Line Project, with an art insider. “I’m not,” she said. “And I don’t want to be. I hope people don’t view me that … Continue reading

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For photographer E. Brady Robinson, the stuff on desks is the stuff of portraits

The Washington Post by Katherine Boyle September 2, 2011 She contacted self-described arts connector Philippa Hughes shortly after photographing Miller’s desk. Hughes, the founder of the Pink Line Project, helped Robinson make a list of Washington arts notables, and within … Continue reading

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Obsession in Portraiture Series

Meets Obsession Kate Reeder Autumn Winter 2011 Everywhere I go, I scan the streets for art and take pictures. I’ve interrupted many conversation and been late to many appointments while taking time to capture these images. I am so obsessed … Continue reading

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Tabaq Bistro Hosts DC Council on Humanities’ Panel “ABC’S of DC: Americans, Blogs, and Culture

DC Event Junkie Summer Whitford August 11, 2011 Philippa Hughes started her blog Pink Line Project because, “I see my blog as a way to change the way people see DC, both visitors and residents.  It’s about cool people doing … Continue reading

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Pink Line Project Stages Unconventional Dinner with Barton Seaver, Storytellers

BizBash by D. Channing Muller August 10, 2011 The Pink Line Project, a Web site and lifestyle company focusing on the underground arts and culture of Washington, hosted the second installment of its Cuisine Contra dinner series on Monday night … Continue reading

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