| By Ashland Art Center, 20 contributed posts About the author: Ashland Art Center is an artists' support hub that fills its 9000 square feet to the brim with two fine art galleries, 19 private artist's studios, a Cooperative Clay Studio, Central Art Supply satellite store, Rowan Design and a Community Classroom for classes and meetings. Come visit and be inspired, pick up an amazing gift or join the Artist Member family. Open 7 days a week, 10-6pm. See the AAC's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to find more information and make contact.  Cuff by Wendy Gell Tiara for Vera Wang – by Wendy Gell Create fabulous art to wear from the knick knacks in your top drawer with celebrated Jewelry DesignerWendy Gell! Create your own wristies, necklaces, pins or rings! Tuesdays in July 2:00 – 4:00 pm $20 per session Drop ins Welcome 357 E Main St, Ashland, OR Materials Available for purchase in class or bring your own wonderful chatchka items Contact Wendy with questions at 541-535-1954 orwendygellchartercom (wendygellchartercom) emobascript(‘%77%65%6E%64%79%67%65%6C%6C%40%63%68%61%72%74%65%72%2E%63%6F%6D’,'<span class=”emoba-em”>wendygell<img src=”http://blogs.soartists.com/ArtMatters/wp-content/plugins/emoba-email-obfuscator-advanced/at-glyph.gif” alt=”at” class=”emoba-glyph” />charter<img src=”http://blogs.soartists.com/ArtMatters/wp-content/plugins/emoba-email-obfuscator-advanced/dot-glyph.gif” alt=”dot” class=”emoba-glyph” />com</span>’,'emoba-9926′,”,”,’0′); For More information visit www.ashlandartcenter.org/classes. By Hannah, 2 contributed posts About the author: Hannah is an artist, web designer to artists and creator/editor of the Southern Oregon Artists Resource and its companion blog, Art Matters!. See her listing in the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to learn more and make contact.  Join us at Veranda Park, 1641 Veranda Park Dr. in Medford for an art show/benefit auction and reception July 22nd from 7 PM – 9 PM; wine and appetizers will be served, there will be live music and admission is free. New work by 40 youth from the CAC mentoring programs will be featured. Continue reading “Art is not about creating a masterpiece, it’s about painting together a brighter life.” By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  Reposted from the blog of our friends at the Jacksonville Review! The next Art Amble takes place Friday, July 22 from 5 – 7 pm. Enjoy a stroll through charming historic Jacksonville and stop in where you see the golden “ART” pennants to meet Art Presence member artists and see their art on display. Continue reading Photos from the Art Presence 4th Friday Art Amble in Jacksonville By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  The ladies of the Jacksonville Museum Quilters are knee deep in final preparations for their 2011 annual quilt show, but excited to announce they have over 175 quilts to share with the public this year! Continue reading Reminder – Jacksonville Museum Quilters Annual Show July 8-10 By Ashland Art Center, 20 contributed posts About the author: Ashland Art Center is an artists' support hub that fills its 9000 square feet to the brim with two fine art galleries, 19 private artist's studios, a Cooperative Clay Studio, Central Art Supply satellite store, Rowan Design and a Community Classroom for classes and meetings. Come visit and be inspired, pick up an amazing gift or join the Artist Member family. Open 7 days a week, 10-6pm. See the AAC's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to find more information and make contact.  Andrea and Friend Shelf by Andrea Jansen The ABC’s of Shabby Chic with Andrea Jansen Enjoy combing through flea markets and garage sales? Have some interesting pieces of your own? Creating today’s popular Shabby Chic is easy, it’s forgiving and kids can help! Demonstrations and samples teach you not only what to do, but what not to do. As a bonus, you’ll receive printed instructions with photos to keep as a reference. Decorative Artist, Andrea Jansen, The Painted Lady of Eagle Point has been revamping furniture and other finds for over 20 years, developing uncomplicated techniques for transforming junk into gems. July 16, 2011 10am – 1 pm / Ages 10 and up / Attendance Fee $35 / Seniors and Ashland Art Center Members $25 / Materials Included – No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm Contact Andrea Jansen to sign up at paintedladyEPyahoocom (paintedladyEPyahoocom) emobascript(‘%70%61%69%6E%74%65%64%6C%61%64%79%45%50%40%79%61%68%6F%6F%2E%63%6F%6D’,'<span class=”emoba-em”>paintedladyEP<img src=”http://blogs.soartists.com/ArtMatters/wp-content/plugins/emoba-email-obfuscator-advanced/at-glyph.gif” alt=”at” class=”emoba-glyph” />yahoo<img src=”http://blogs.soartists.com/ArtMatters/wp-content/plugins/emoba-email-obfuscator-advanced/dot-glyph.gif” Continue reading The ABC’s of Shabby Chic with Andrea Jansen By Ashland Art Center, 20 contributed posts About the author: Ashland Art Center is an artists' support hub that fills its 9000 square feet to the brim with two fine art galleries, 19 private artist's studios, a Cooperative Clay Studio, Central Art Supply satellite store, Rowan Design and a Community Classroom for classes and meetings. Come visit and be inspired, pick up an amazing gift or join the Artist Member family. Open 7 days a week, 10-6pm. See the AAC's listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource to find more information and make contact.  Diane Ericson, a seasoned designer, will share tips, ideas and design techniques to assist you. As a long-time contributor to the sewing industry through workshops and magazine articles, her focus is always on how to build your skills as a designer while you express a more creative, personal look. See her work in Studio #7 in the Art Center. Continue reading Textile and Sewing Classes at Ashland Art Center By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  Art Amblers are invited to join the burgeoning Jacksonville art scene and join Art Presence for the Art Amble on Friday, July 22 from 5-7 pm. When you spot a bright yellow ART pennant hanging in front of a downtown business, it’s your signal that there’s art inside the shop, restaurant, tasting room or business! Pop in – you will be astonished and delighted by the extraordinary talent of our local artists. Continue reading Astonishing Artists of Art Presence By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  Celebrate the return of summer with us at the opening of this special double exhibit! Mary Van Nice will entertain us with magical melodies on her grand concert harp. Enjoy an evening strolling the gallery and mingling with other art lovers. Wine and light refreshments will be served. Continue reading July Exhibit at Illahe Studios and Gallery By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  Ashland Gallery Association showcases member galleries and their exhibiting artists for July Continue reading Ashland Gallery Association July Spotlight Galleries By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  We received an update via email from the itinerant artist telling us she”l be here from today through next Tuesday, and has slots open for plein air sessions and private lessons! You can reach her using one of the contact points found in her listing at the Southern Oregon Artists Resource. Continue reading Silvia Trujillo is in town! |  DISCLOSURE: SOAR/Art Matters! has affiliate relationships with the providers of great products and services below. If you make a purchase from one of the sites below, it helps defray the cost of promoting Southern Oregon Artists, so please use our links!   Utrecht's online discounts have been updated, though the graphics remain the same. The link above saves 40% off your highest priced item (coupon code AP1), the one below gets you 15% off any order of $100 or more AND Free Shipping! (coupon code AP3)    Ashland artist Pegi Smith sells her art on Yessy.com - View her Yessy gallery hereNow thru April 30: 
Delphi's Annual Glass Bevel Sale - Save up to 40% OFF retail price! 1/2 OFF standard bevels when you buy the 60-piece box. Make a beautiful art book yourself with Blurb's online service. Artists Danna Tartaglia and Olivia Schemanski both self-published books featuring their art using Blurb. Check them out in SOAR's bookstore, then make one yourself!  ImageKind, a Cafepress company, now has an artist shop site you can join for free to sell your art online. Join the Imagekind community and start selling your art today CafePress lets you design a huge variety of products with your own art and sell them for a profit! A great way to gain more exposure for your work and make a few extra bucks. Janet London of London Hummingbird Arts and Hannah West, the founder of SOAR and Art Matters!, use CafePress to sell products with their own designs.  |
