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Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light

Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light
Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light

On Saturday, April 22, silk artist extraordinaire, Joy Light, presents a silk painting workshop from 2–3:30 pm. $50 pp includes all materials.
Registration required. Please use the form below.

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Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light

Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light
Silk Painting Workshop with Joy Light

On Saturday, April 22, silk artist extraordinaire, Joy Light, presents a silk painting workshop from 2–3:30 pm. $50 pp includes all materials.
Registration required. Please use the form below.

Joy Light Silk Painting Workshop

Joy Light Silk Painting Workshop






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AGA March Visual Arts News

Ashland Galleries
March Visual Arts News

March = Art Opportunities

We’re excited to share a handful of fun and diverse art opportunities that are being offered this month to foster your inner creativity. 

Kristen O'Neill, Green Ground - Biscuit Fire, Kalmiopsis Wilderness, Acrylic on Canvas
Kristen O’Neill, Green Ground – Biscuit Fire, Kalmiopsis Wilderness, Acrylic on Canvas

Kristen O’Neill
Elevating Your Art: How to Productively Self Critique
Saturday, March 18, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join Kristen O’Neill and The Guild Gallery & Art Center to learn more about how to apply the elements of art and the principles of design to any composition. Kristen will model these ideas by walking individuals through several examples from art history and providing open critique and dialogue. This is the perfect opportunity to receive feedback from other artists in both a safe and intimate environment. 

For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information. 

Eli Doyle, Untitled, Graphite
Eli Doyle, Untitled, Graphite

Grants Pass Museum of Art
Portrait Drawing with Eli Doyle
Saturday, March 18, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Join the Grants Pass Museum of Art and Eli Doyle to learn more about how to draw a portrait from start to finish. Demonstrating everything from sketching the planes of a face to basic proportions, individuals will also learn how to lay out a composition and block in main features to achieve likeness. 

For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information. 

Moira Racich, Impermanence, Acrylic on Canvas
Moira Racich, Impermanence, Acrylic on Canvas

Siskiyou Gallery House
Meditation Creation
Monday, March 20, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Join Siskiyou Gallery House for an evening of candle-lit guided meditation using a variety of healing instruments, followed by time for artistic creation through painting, drawing, and writing. Beverages and supplies will be provided, but individuals are encouraged to bring their own. 

For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information. 

Fiber Arts Collective, Untitled, Indigo Dip
Fiber Arts Collective, Untitled, Indigo Dip

Fiber Arts Collective
Indigo Dip with Jo Ann Manzone Saturday, March 25, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Join Fiber Arts Collective and Jo Ann Manzone to learn about the process of indigo dip dying. Whether it’s creating a solid dye or playing with different folding techniques, this process is perfect for refreshing old garments. While instructions will be provided, individuals will need to bring their own fabric that is scoured. 

For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.

Art du Jour March Announcements

art du jour gallery march 2023 announcements: Charlotte and Walt Wirfs exhibit with Carol Branan, green theme for Medford Third Friday ArtWalk, Bob Drake featured artist exhibit

Ashland First Friday ArtWalk is TONIGHT!

March First Friday ArtWalk

Ashland Galleries
March Visual Arts News

First Friday Art Walk: March 3, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Join us for First Friday Art Walk!

We’re excited to share a diverse array of wonderful artwork on display this month and created by our very talented artists. Don’t forget to visit their websites for more information about business hours, current exhibitions, and upcoming creative opportunities. 

Here is a sampling of our March Spotlight Galleries and Artists. 

Hanson Howard Gallery
The Women’s Room

Ashland First Friday ArtWalk is TONIGHT! Image of The Fitting, acrylic on canvas by Karen Staal, on display at Hanson Howard Gallery in March 2023
Karen Staal, The Fitting, Acrylic on Canvas

Currently featured at Hanson Howard Gallery are paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and prints created by each of their women artists. Borrowing the title of Marilyn French’s 1977 novel, The Women’s Room, which pushed back against the expectations of solely domestic and caretaking roles of women, in honoring women artists, the gallery is honoring artists who often hold many roles in their lives which may include caring for family, community, and home while being dedicated creators and makers that use humor, fantasy, poetry, intuition, and innovation in crafting their visions.
Hours:
Wednesday – Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Address and Contact Information: 
89 Oak Street, Ashland, OR 97520
541-488-2562
www.hansonhowardgallery.com

K.S. Wild
Mountains and Waters Walking on Canvas

Ashland First Friday ArtWalk is TONIGHT! Image of untitled painting by Dot Fisher-Smith, on display at K.S. Wild gallery in Ashland, Oregon
Dot Fisher-Smith, Untitled, Watercolor

This month’s exhibition at K.S. Wild features landscape paintings by Dot Fisher-Smith. Pausing to become lost in the shapes and colors of nature budding around her, Dot is inspired by the innerscapes of the earth, water, and air. Allowing both surprise and spontaneity to take place, she believes that the most beautiful creations are formed as a result of allowing both to happen naturally. 

Hours: 
First Friday Art Walk: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Address and Contact Information: 
562 A Street, Ashland, OR 97520
541-488-5789
www.kswild.org

Art & Soul Ashland
The Art of Chocolate: A Celebration of Creativity and Indulgence

Ashland First Friday ArtWalk is TONIGHT! Image of Blackberry Chocolate Cupcake, painting by kathy Morawiec on display at Art & Soul Gallery in Ashland during March 2023
Kathy Morawiec, Blackberry Chocolate Cupcake, Oil on Canvas


This month’s exhibition at Art & Soul Ashland features a diverse selection of artwork that is inspired by the Oregon Chocolate Festival, taking place March 3 – March 5. From chocolate-colored palettes to visual confections, each artist has chosen their best artwork to represent this mouth-watering show. 

Hours: 
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Address and Contact Information: 
247 East Main Street Street, Ashland, OR 97520
541-880-4100
www.artandsoulashland.com

Fiber Arts Collective
Mixed Media Works by Cleo Wolfus

Ashland First Friday ArtWalk is TONIGHT! Image of untitled mixed media fiber art by Cleo Wolfus on display at Fiber Arts Collective in Ashland for March 2023.
Cleo Wolfus, Untitled, Mixed Media

Currently featured at Fiber Arts Collective are sculptural paintings and assemblages by Cleo Wolfus. Inspired by nature and craft history, conceptually, Cleo enjoys playing with what is considered both real and fake in painting. Using drip applications of acrylic gels incorporated with hand sewing techniques, she creates sculptural surfaces and textures to give the impression of something more magical than its parts. 

Hours: 
Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Address and Contact Information: 
37 North Third Street, Ashland, OR 97520
541-708-6966
www.fiberartscollective.com

Other First Friday Art Walk Participants

   American Trails Gallery
   American Trails Gallery features arts and crafts of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
   250 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 

   Ashland Art Works
   Ashland Art Works features four galleries and sculptural gardens that display functional and decorative artwork.
   291 Oak Street, Ashland, OR 97520 

   CatalystAshland
   CatalystAshland is a community-based space that offers technology and features monthly art exhibitions.  
   357 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520

   Creekside Pizza
   Creekside Pizza features diverse artwork made by locally renowned artists. 
   92 1/2 North Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520

   Gallerie Karon
   Gallerie Karon features artwork and photography along with antiques, artifacts, and jewelry.
   300 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520

   John Pugh Studio
   John Pugh Studio is the working space of muralist and artist, John Pugh. 
   255 Helman Street, #1 C / D, Ashland, OR 97520

   Oak Leaf Studio
   Oak Leaf Studio is the working space of painter and illustrator, Leif Trygg.  
   247 Oak Street, Ashland, OR 97520

   Schneider Museum of Art
   The Schneider Museum of Art is a vital force that stimulates inspiration and curiosity through engagement with artists.  
   555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR 97520

   Siskiyou Gallery House
   Siskiyou Gallery House features original artwork by local artists and fine art reproductions.  
   
2475 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR 97520
Click Here for First Friday Art Walk Map

Awen Winecraft Features Brenda Mills Brannan and Vivian McAleavey

Awen Winecraft showcases the large and vibrant paintings by Brenda Mills Brannan and spectacular images by Vivian McAleavey. This is the final month for this show.

Awen Winecraft is located at 3939 West Main Street, Medford OR 97501

You might know it as White’s Country Store

Hours of Operation:
Wednesday – Friday 1–8 PM
Saturday 12–8 PM
Sunday 12–6 PM

Menu

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Hummingbird Estate Features Desmond Serratore

Take some time to view the art of Desmond Serratore at Hummingbird Estate Winery! Many of Serratore’s paintings are local views through his artistic eye.

Overlooking the Rogue Valley, Hummingbird Estate’s tasting room, bed & breakfast, and event venue welcome guests to taste wine, relax in the suites, and CELEBRATE on the lawns of the historic 1926 property in Southern Oregon. Reservations are not required. This winery is just a couple of miles outside of Jacksonville. Beautiful views, delicious food, and great wines — specializing in the only White Pinot Noir in the Rogue Valley.

Hummingbird Estate is located at 1677 Old Stage Rd, Central Point, OR 97502

Winter Tasting Room Hours:
Monday – Friday 2:00 to 7:00pm
Saturday – Sunday 12:00 to 7:00pm

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March Members Show

March Main Gallery Exhibition

Always on point, our members show brightens the Main Gallery with a spring-like feel. Blues, greens, and yellows abound. This current show continues through March.

Our March Main Gallery Exhibition opens on Friday, March 3 at noon and continues on display through Sunday, March 26 at 5 pm. Opening Reception for all shows is Saturday, March 4, from 1–4 pm. Member artists will be available at the Opening Party in March to tell their stories, inspirations, and talk about their art with you.

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Applegate Artists

Art Presence Art Center welcomes the Applegate Artists, a group of creatives from throughout the Applegate Valley, for our March Guest Exhibit. We invite you to explore the works of the wild and wonderful Artists of the Applegate. From fabric to creatures, large abstracts, metal skulls, and turquoise jewelry, this group offers a wonderland of artistic diversity. Reception is Saturday, March 4th, from 1–4 pm. Participating artists are Wild n’ Wooly Feltworks, Calico Alchemy Organics, Grant Stoner Art, Markita Rita Jewelry, and Meltdown Metal Arts.

The Applegate Artists Guest Exhibit opens Friday, March 3, with a reception on Saturday, March 4 from 1–4 pm. The show continues through Sunday, March 26 at 5 pm.

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Member Artist of the Month – Jan Van Ek

Come celebrate award-winning artist Jan Van Ek, our March Member Artist of the Month. A native of Medford, Jan is known for her life-like equine and angel sculptures, as well as marine mammals and metaphysical images. She created her sculpted works in bronze and ceramic. Jan also creates stunning natural stone jewelry. Meet the artist at our reception on March 4 from 1–3 pm.

Learn more at Jan’s website: https://janvanek.com

Please note that not all the artworks pictured below will be in Jan’s show, we just wanted to show you her amazing artistic and creative chops! Please click on them to see larger and more complete versions of each sculpture. You’ll be glad you did, they’re stunning!

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