 |  “Red Migration” is a collection of Cheryl’s work themed in the transient and seasonal aspects of life and fiery colors of Fall. The artist’s reception will be at the Red Lily Tasting Room in the Applegate Valley this Sunday, November 20th from 11AM to 5PM with live music 2PM to 4PM by guitarist Jeff Kloetzel – Scheduled to compliment the Applegate Valley “Uncorked!” wine and food celebration… Continue reading November Update from Metal Sculpturist Cheryl D. Garcia  Three beautiful paintings were chosen as winners at SOSA’s 2011 Year-End Banquet and Juried Critique: Big Sister by Janet Rawlings won First Place, with Charlotte Peterson’s watercolor, “‘Tis the Raven, Nevermore,” coming in second and Alx’s own mixed-media abstract, “Bliss” taking third. See them in the slideshow below. Continue reading Southern Oregon Society of Artists Year-End Update  Enjoy one-of-a-kind handcrafted items made by regional artists and artisans for the home and office, as well as fine selection of unique personal accessories. Jewelry, dyed and woven scarves, felted journal covers and hats, art dolls, aromatherapy soaps; metal wine racks, pottery, sculpture, decorative glassware and small artworks; dining accessories such as placemats, towels, and tea cozies. Continue reading Spirit in Hand Holiday Boutique at Rogue Gallery and Art Center  Brilliant Autumn Colors As crisp days settle in, pull up a chair, sip hot apple cider and join Elaine for this month’s short demo: “Brilliant Autumn Colors”. Demo begins at 3:00 and all remaining time is left for questions, ideas and individual help for your journals. Demos and clinic held every Third Friday upstairs in Studio # 13. Friday, November 18, 3:00 – 5:00 pm at the Ashland Art Center, 357 E Main St $10 per hour, one hour minimum Bring your journals, ideas and questions. Contact Elaine at 541-944-2196 orelainefrenettlivecom (elainefrenettlivecom) emobascript(‘%65%6C%61%69%6E%65%66%72%65%6E%65%74%74%40%6C%69%76%65%2E%63%6F%6D’,'<span class=”emoba-em”>elainefrenett<img src=”http://blogs.soartists.com/ArtMatters/wp-content/plugins/emoba-email-obfuscator-advanced/at-glyph.gif” alt=”at” class=”emoba-glyph” />live<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-2095′,”,”,’0′); for more information.  Earth Paint Kits: the Earth Oil Paint Kit comes in a beautiful, eco-friendly box and includes 6 earth pigments, refined walnut oil and Earth Paints booklet. The Children’s Earth Paint Kit includes 6 powdered paints (that makes a thick, vibrant paint when mixed with water), compostable mixing cups and booklet with nature-based art activites and more. Continue reading Leah Fanning Mebane Announces Earth Paint Kits at Siskiyou School Winter Faire  Please join us for a book release celebration and reception in honor of two of our favorite poets! Continue reading Illahe Studios and Gallery Book Release Celebration and Reception  A History of European Art Brush up on your European Art History – this highly acclaimed DVD lecture series – with Independent Art Historian Professor William Kloss. Lecture Series begins with the Middle Ages and runs through the Modern Era in 48 1/2 hour lectures. Two lectures will be viewed each night, with a half hour discussion period afterward. Monday Evenings at 7:30 at the Ashland Art Center, 357 E Main St November 14 - Michelangelo, Albrecht Durer and the German Art Renaissance November 21 - PLEASE NOTE: MONDAY NOV 21 WE ARE PAINTING THE CLASSROOM AND THERE WILL BE NO ART HISTORY November 28 - Riemenschneider and Grunewald and Netherlandish Art in the 16th Century FREE – (Art Center Members only) Hosted by Bill Gates and Sarah Burns Questions? Reply to this email with questions. Continue reading A History of European Art – DVD Lecture Presentation  Monthly Craft Event at Briscoe ArtWing! Friday, November 18th from 3:30-5:00 pm. Create artistic decorations for your holiday celebration. Choose from a variety of nature-based crafts. PLUS a Community Gratitude Mandala! Your donation of $3-5 buys supplies for our art programs with Ashland School District children. All are welcome! Monthly Craft Event at Briscoe ArtWing  I have a painting in this show that no one has seen unless you’ve been in my studio in the past two weeks. Do come to the Opening Reception on November 18th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM and take a look! There are over 40 artists that have a painting in this exhibit. More…  Cheryl D Garcia, artist-in-residence at South Stage Cellars wine tasting room in Jacksonville, Oregon, is a metal artist specializing in earth-friendly sculptural pieces and wall art and more, created from recycled materials with subjects centered on nature-inspired themes. For December, Cheryl and South Stage Cellars host Jacksonville artist Elaine Frenett’s show, “Nature’s Wanderings”, a collection of watercolor paintings depicting Autumn nature scenes. Exhibit runs from Nov 22 – Jan (closing date to be announced). Join the artists for a festive Opening Reception Dec 10 from 2-5 pm. Continue reading Artist Elaine Frenett shows at South Stage Cellars in December |      DISCLOSURE: SOAR/Art Matters! has affiliate relationships with the providers of great products and services below. 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