Philip Hutinet

Background

About Philip Hutinet

Phil Hutinet, a third-generation resident of Capitol Hill, has been a driving force in Washington, DC's arts scene. As the publisher of East City Art since 2010, he's played a pivotal role in documenting and promoting the city's visual arts. His accomplishments include groundbreaking work east of the Anacostia River, where he helped establish the Anacostia Playhouse and Anacostia Arts Center, relocated artist Craig Kraft's studios, and organized the internationally acclaimed LUMEN8ANACOSTIA art festival in 2012-2013. Between 2015 and 2019, Hutinet coordinated the Gateway Open Studio Tour in Prince George's County, showcasing the area's rich artistic talent. He also produced EMULSION, a renowned regional juried show from 2013 to 2018. In a period from 2018 to 2021, he contributed his expertise as a consultant and writer to Americans for the Arts, working on Creative Forces, a program supporting veterans in the arts. Currently, Hutinet produces both the Capital Art Book Fair in the spring and the DC Risoprint Fair in the fall at Eastern Market's North Hall. Over his career, he has curated and produced over 150 group and solo exhibitions, including several regional festivals. His reviews, artist profiles, and features are regularly published in both East City Art and Hill Rag. Hutinet is also a respected speaker and moderator, frequently participating in regional panel discussions and artist talks. His influence extends beyond the local scene, with interviews by national and international media outlets.