Paintings and sculptures by Hans Gerhard are currently on view at "Lofts11" in Washington, DC.

The exhibition, by invitation of Slate Mills neighbors Gail Montplaisir, developer, and Norman Smith, architect, of "green" residential buildings in the heart of the burgeoning downtown neighborhood, opened with a reception attended by friends,neighbors, and collectors. Among the visitors were a number of friends from Rappahannock County.

The exhibition at 1125 Eleventh Street, NW is scheduled to run through May 23. For direction and information on opening hours call 540-547-2447 or visit www.hughesriverfarm.com to send email.