Established by a working mother over 40 years ago, our galleries enjoy a long tradition of strong women in the arts. Three of our team members have recently been welcomed into the halls of motherhood, raising the next generation of art lovers!
Laura
Laura, Art Consultant in Chevy Chase, welcomed her sweet boy, Brady, in March of last year. As a family, The Pigotts take advantage of the gardens, exhibitions and opportunities to teach through art every chance they get.
“Brady is active, curious, drawn to bright colors, loves his stacking rings and reflective surfaces. The Lorenzo Quinn sculpture, What Goes Around Comes Around, was immediately eye catching and familiar on a recent visit to the gallery.”
Brittany
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Brittany recently returned from her maternity leave with Helen, who was born this past December. Returning to work is a difficult milestone for any new mom, but she is glad to be back in the gallery as Assistant Gallery Director, with a fresh perspective on life and art.
“Working with so many talented mothers throughout my pregnancy and these first six months has been such a blessing—I learn something new every day! There are so many women I look up to here, and their experience has certainly had a positive impact my daughter’s childhood and future. Helen’s first gallery experience was at RFA, and we will continue to soak up every opportunity to expose her to art, creativity, and beauty.”
Chelsea
Baltimore Art Consultant Chelsea is due this August! She says, “Since childhood I’ve been intrigued and delighted with art. In Kindergarten my teacher showed us Monet’s water lily paintings and I’ve adored him and have been inspired ever since! I absolutely love my career as an art consultant and can’t wait to pass on the knowledge and art exposure to our little boy.”
“Seven months pregnant at the gallery thus far, and since I’ve started showing coworkers and clients alike have had only the kindest of things to say and wonderful advice. Not to mention everyone has been so understanding and supportive that I can’t lift art the way I normally could—precious cargo on board—lots of helping hands ready whenever needed and I am truly grateful! It was also fun to hear guesses from coworkers on whether it’d be a boy or girl. Most got it right! Definitely some great intuition around here. My husband and I are so excited and can’t wait to share our new bundle of joy with the gallery!”
