The Site Specific Installation and Limited Edition Series Reimagines How Art and Food can Intersect
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jamie Dattilo, De Novo Gallery, jamie@denovo-projects.com; denovo-gallery.com/the-window-project-linling-lu
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 15, 2025 - In January 2026, Artist Linling Lu, represented exclusively by Arting Gallery, will bring an iconic New Year Installation to Georgetown Cupcake’s flagship M Street location as part of De Novo Gallery’s Window Project initiative. From January 1st - 26th, 2026, the installation will feature one of Lu’s signature works: Circle Dance II, in the form of limited edition metal prints as a group of nine 18” diameter circular abstract works.
To complement the installation, Georgetown Cupcake will produce special edition cupcakes inspired by Linling Lu’s vibrant artwork for their customers to enjoy. The limited edition metal prints will be released by Arting Gallery and available for purchase as individual pieces and as complete sets, with pre-orders opening December 15, 2025 and shipping starting on January 1, 2026.
Installation Details: Linling Lu, Circle Dance II, Nine 18" diameter circles in looping composition, January 1-26, 2026 Georgetown Cupcake, 3301 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
Artwork Information: Artist Design Special Edition Archival Prints on Metal, 18" diameter © Linling Lu 2026 All Rights Reserved
- Individual Print: Limited edition of twelve (12) per design
- Complete Set: Limited edition of nine (9) sets with installation plan (2026 New Year installation at Georgetown Cupcake is Complete Set 1/9)
Learn More: Purchase Limited Edition Metal Prints HERE or visit ArtingGallery.com and order Special Edition Cupcakes through georgetowncupcake.com.
High resolution images are available upon request.
About Artist Linling Lu
“Painting is to make music to the eyes.” --Linling Lu
For more than 15 years, Linling Lu has been focused on creating circular abstract paintings with concentric rings of color. Her human-scale tondos have been described as inducing states of meditation, color therapy, and "music to the eyes." Her curiosity and approach to music as a painter was first inspired by American artist Georgia O'Keeffe and the landmark publication Concerning the Spiritual in Art (1912) by painter Wassily Kandinsky, who taught at the Bauhaus school from 1922-33. The depth and intensity of color in Lu's paintings are also influenced by the Washington Color School painters, including Kenneth Noland, Frank Stella and Morris Louis. In addition to her colorful, circular abstractions, Lu's work includes sculptures of interlocking wood blocks, various shaped paintings, and mixed media works that incorporate traditional and contemporary textiles sourced from across the globe.
Lu received a BFA in painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and an MFA from LeRoy E Hoffberger School of Painting, MICA. Her work has been exhibited at The Phillips Collection, The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore Museum of Art, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, Sotheby's Institute of Art, The Delaware Contemporary, Delaware Art Museum, American University Museum, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Kohl Gallery at Washington College, Towson University's Center for the Arts and the Maryland Institute College of Art.
Lu's artworks are in the permanent collections of The Phillips Collection, Baltimore Museum of Art, Johns Hopkins University, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Microsoft, Louis Vuitton, Capital One, Accenture, CityCenterDC, 1700 Broadway in New York City, Carl M. Freeman Foundation and the Embassy of the United States in Beijing, which was commissioned by the U.S. Department of State. Lu has been featured in The Washington Post, BmoreArt, East City Art, Modern Luxury, Home & Design, House Beautiful and Washington City Paper. Linling Lu has been exclusively represented by Arting Gallery since 2024.
Words from De Novo Gallery
"This collaboration exemplifies what we aim to achieve with every De Novo initiative—bringing contemporary art into people's lives in meaningful, accessible ways," said Jamie Dattilo, Co-Founder of De Novo Gallery. "Linling's 'Circle Dance' works are perfect for this setting. They're vibrant, joyful, and invite participation. Customers can photograph themselves with the installations, share those moments, and take home art—whether enjoying it on their cupcakes or collecting the limited edition prints. It's about creating connection and celebration at every level."
About De Novo Gallery
Founded in 2019 by Ryan and Jamie Dattilo, De Novo Gallery is dedicated to making contemporary art accessible to audiences of all ages. The gallery has showcased both local talent and international voices, fostering meaningful connections between artists and diverse audiences. Through "The Window Project," the gallery transforms vacant storefronts and underutilized windows across Washington, D.C. into compelling exhibition spaces, creating unexpected encounters with contemporary art throughout the city and integrating it into everyday environments. Follow @denovogallery or visit denovogallery.com to learn more.
Words from Arting Gallery
“The relationship among art, music and cuisine is historically established, profoundly influencing human experiences, and shaping warm connections with positive communications. The multi-sensory practices make celebrations and holidays memorable by uplifting and maximizing our perception of the present. Bringing Linling Lu’s Circle Dance II to acclaimed, popular Georgetown Cupcake in the New Year of 2026 is a meaningful exploration and collaboration in this realm. Arting Gallery is proud to support Linling Lu’s artwork to reach broader audiences via The Window Project by De Novo Gallery.”
About Arting Gallery
Arting Gallery, founded in 2022, acts as an inter-disciplinary platform, and has been the exclusive representative of American artist Linling Lu since 2024. Arting is honored to support the following institutional exhibitions and acquisitions of Linling Lu’s work at the Phillips Collection, the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Walters Art Museum, and Johns Hopkins University. Arting Gallery officially released LINLING LU in 2024, the first art book surveys the artist’s work from 2010-2024. Welcome to visit artinggallery.com and follow us on Instagram @arting.gallery.info.
Words from Georgetown Cupcake
“We’re thrilled to partner with Linling Lu, De Novo Gallery, and Arting Gallery to begin the New Year with something truly special,” said Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne, co-founders of Georgetown Cupcake. “Linling’s work radiates joy and energy, perfectly capturing the spirit of celebration as we welcome 2026. We’re excited for our customers to experience the window installations and take home their own edible piece of art.”
About Georgetown Cupcake
Sisters Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne are the co-founders and co-owners of Georgetown Cupcake, stars of DC Cupcakes and Cupcake Cam LIVE on TLC (Discovery+, Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video), and best-selling authors of the cookbooks The Cupcake Diaries (HarperCollins/HarperOne) and Sweet Celebrations (HarperCollins/HarperOne).
Inspired by their grandmother, Katherine and Sophie opened Georgetown Cupcake on Valentine's Day 2008 in Washington, DC. Over the past 17 years, Katherine and Sophie have made Georgetown Cupcake's DC flagship bakery a destination for cupcake lovers across the globe. With a menu of over 100 different flavors, Georgetown Cupcake ships its cupcakes nationwide.
Sophie and Katherine and their cupcakes have been featured in publications and programs such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Washington Post, CNN, Better Homes and Gardens, Food & Wine, People, InStyle, Town & Country, NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and The Martha Stewart Show. Katherine and Sophie are also active with many local and national charities focusing on children's health. They both serve as Board Members of Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. Learn more at georgetowncupcake.com and @georgetowncupcake.
