Values

We believe in illuminating, mirroring, and programming for the fullness of our shared world. Through collaborative and exploratory work, we create opportunity for important, complex dialogue. We are devoted to celebrating artists and value the power of art to generate new ideas and broaden perspectives.

View Tephra ICA's Social and Cultural Equity Commitments Here

Tephra ICA is W.A.G.E. Certified. W.A.G.E. Certification is a national program initiated and operated by W.A.G.E. (Working Artists and the Greater Economy), a New York–based organization founded in 2008 that establishes sustainable economic relationships between artists and institutions by introducing mechanisms for fair compensation. W.A.G.E. publicly recognizes nonprofit arts organizations demonstrating a history of, and commitment to, voluntarily paying artist fees that meet W.A.G.E. minimum payment standards.

Our Story

Formally known as Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE), the idea of Tephra ICA emerged as the institution’s programs, audience, and impact continued to evolve. We proudly reside in Reston, Virginia, whose founder, Robert E. Simon, insisted that it should be a place welcoming to all people and that it prioritize the arts as essential to a well-rounded life. Founded in 1974 as the Greater Reston Arts Center by local artists and residents committed to those ideas, Tephra ICA embraces the role of helping to fulfill and extend the original Reston vision.

Learn More About Our Rebrand

The new visual identity program for Tephra ICA is aesthetically clean, minimal, and contemporary.  Created by Ruth Abrahams Design, the logo is formed using a modern and unique sans serif typeface, and a slightly shifted angle. The font and style choice speak to the organization’s core goal within accessibility. The angle, or shifted element signifies a change and a frame for a new way of looking. It captures mission-related themes of combustibility, disruption, and can be viewed as an edge, a dimension, or a window. The brand color is a vibrant green, representing growth, renewal, and the generation of new ideas and perspectives. Together the elements create a fluid dynamic between timeless and contemporary and between a flat plane and depth.

Board of Directors

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BOARD OFFICERS

Robert Goudie
Chair
Robert Goudie is the Executive Director of Reston Town Center Association.

Karen Lewis
Vice Chair
Karen Lewis is a ​Partner & Interior Designer at The M Group Architects.

Stephanie J. Williams
Vice Chair
Stephanie J. Williams is an artist and full time faculty member at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA).

Jamie Saylor
Treasurer

Janet Rems
Secretary
Janet Rems, recently retired, worked four decades as a journalist in New York and Northern Virginia, including as managing editor of the Connection Newspapers, the Times Community Newspapers, and The Fairfax County Times. Janet also freelanced primarily as an arts writer.

BOARD MEMBERS

Talib Aleem

Ann Barbieri
Ann Barbieri is an artist.

Kerri Bouie 
Kerri Bouie is a Partner at Wingate Hughes Architects.

Lindy Brewster
Lindy Brewster is the President of ORConsulting.

Scott Cryer
Scott Cryer is the Associate Vice President and Principal at HGA.

Kim Denver
SVP Chief Corporate Contracts Executive at Leidos

Ricki Marion
Ricki Marion is a non-profit consultant.

Justin Ruble
Justin Ruble is a Senior Property Manager at Boston Properties.

Molly Warnock
Molly Warnock is an art historian and art critic.

Peter Winant
Peter Winant is an artist and Associate Professor at the School of Art at George Mason University.

Tephra ICA offers internships for undergraduate and graduate students. Areas of opportunity include Exhibitions/Gallery Management, Development, and Education. Internships for college credit are welcomed. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter outlining internship to info@tephraica.org.

Intern with Tephra ICA

Intern for the Tephra ICA Arts Festival