Leesburg, VA (March 2, 2026) – The Leesburg Commission on Public Art (COPA) is pleased to announce a new art exhibit at the Leesburg Executive Airport.

Painted by local artist and illustrator Megan O’Hanlon, each piece celebrates femininity, nostalgia, and visual storytelling through bold color and composition. Using a vibrant palette and decorative patterns, “Art in Flight” explores the glamour and symbolism of the golden era of flight attendants.

“I was heavily inspired by reading “Fly Girl”, by Ann Hood, and “SkyGirls: A Photographic History of the Airline Stewardess”, by Bruce McAllister & Stephan Wilkinson,” O’Hanlon said. “My work is always feminine and colorful, incorporating patterns and elements of fashion. It is incredibly exciting to have my work on display, especially in the Town of Leesburg. I am so grateful for this opportunity.”

O’Hanlon's exhibit will run through May 2026 and can be viewed in-person during normal airport hours, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

O’Hanlon is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design and is currently pursuing her Master in Fine Arts (MFA) in Painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Media Contact:
Leah Kosin
Assistant Public Information Officer
pio@leesburgva.gov
703-771-2781