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Ashland is thriving with wonderful artwork created by our amazing artists! So, we invite you to see what our member businesses and artists are up to. Some are even offering creative workshops!
Don’t forget to visit each of their websites either. For a complete list, please visit our website at ashlandgalleries.com and download our 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide.
November Spotlight Exhibits
Ashland Art Works Ashland Art Works in November!
Ashland Art Works will continue to highlight all of their artists with a collective show in November. The artists are still busy working and creating new pieces. Fall is beautiful, the leaves are changing, the creek is still bubbling, and the squirrels are giving them a continual show as they collect the nuts from the Black Walnut tree! Drop by for a visit, take some time to sit under the trees, and enjoy the season.
One of our best known artists, Judy Benson La Nier, was burned out of her home, studio, and storage space with minutes to flee during the Almeda Fire on September 8. We wanted to do something special for Judy. So, Gallerie Karon is hosting a solo show for her during the month of November. Fate left us with the largest remaining inventory of her work. How fortunate! Now you have the opportunity to support her by purchasing one of her photographic pieces for your home or gift giving. Know that you will be of great support and encouragement to her in doing so. The subject and prices are a wide range with many African animals and birds from her years of photographic safaris. Added to these are a collection of giftware such as mugs, notebooks, magnets, cards, and more all ready for your holiday gifting. Please plan to attend this special exhibit on November 6 and come early for the best selection!
We are retaining our regular days and hours at the gallery. Open 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday – Monday.
Art & Soul Gallery Back to the Garden, Paintings by Marjett Schille
Local artist Marjett Schille is the November featured artist at Art and Soul Gallery in downtown Ashland Oregon. She will be on hand to talk about her work November 6, First Friday, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Swing by or make an appointment to meet Marjett and see original Mixed Media paintings. You can also view much of this show in a new video on our YouTube Chanel which will premier on November 1. The gallery exhibit will remain on display from November 5 – November 28. Gallery Hours: Thursday – Saturday from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. and by appointment.
Hanson Howard Gallery Betty LaDuke Fundraiser & 2020 Gallery Artists Salon
November 6 – December 4, 2020
Betty LaDuke and Hanson Howard Gallery are collaborating on raising funds for Rogue Valley farm workers who lost their homes to the Almeda Fire. All proceeds from the sales of the prints, Awakening, will be donated to three Rogue Valley organizations working to assist these vulnerable members of our community. On exhibition will also be original new work of LaDuke’s with giclee prints available to purchase.
In the feature gallery we will be exhibiting our end of year Gallery Artists Salon.
Ashland Gallery Association 2021 Membership Opportunities
Dear Ashland Gallery Members,
It is time for all members to renew their membership in the Ashland Gallery Association. The pandemic has caused us to re-imagine the AGA and how best we can promote our members and the Arts in southern Oregon. We are excited to share our plans.
Updating our website is a top priority. Did you know we get over 75,000 page views each month? We want the AGA website to be centerstage for anyone looking to explore the Arts in southern Oregon. We have also hired Paige Gerhard as our new marketing coordinator to focus on social media promotions and further expanding our reach.
We strive to keep our membership fees as low as possible and at the same time give you great value. This year we have reduced the costs for all new and renewing members. The website is undergoing enhancements, and details can be found on our document explaining the membership levels and your options for engagement with the website.
Choose check or PayPal to make payment no later than January 15th, 2021.
Send your check payable to:
Ashland Gallery Association P.O. Box 241 Ashland, OR 97520 To pay by credit card, visit ashlandgalleries.com/membership.
The AGA Executive Board hopes you will take advantage of all that AGA offers and continue to be a part of our vibrant Art Community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
Ashland is thriving with wonderful artwork created by our amazing artists! As fall begins, we invite you to see what our member businesses and artists are up to. Some are even offering creative workshops!
Don’t forget to visit each of their websites either. For a complete list, please visit our website at ashlandgalleries.com and download our 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide.
October Spotlight Exhibits
Ashland Art Works
Ashland Art Works in October!
Ashland Art Works is very pleased to announce that they will host artist demonstrations over the weekends in October! They also host a pop-up sale for their resident Clayfolk members this year. The annual Clayfolk Pottery Show was cancelled this year, but several of their members are hosting their own pop-up sales throughout the region.
Part II of our all-female artists exhibit opens October 2, 2020. No First Friday Art Walk is planned, but stay tuned!
We continue our diverse showing with one of a kind necklaces and earrings from local and California artists. We have added a rare group of antique Moroccan Wedding and dowry pieces. These tie to a group of vintage Afghani wedding attire, put together by Zahara. Unfortunately, she will not be able to share her middle eastern dances at Gallerie Karon at this time due to COVID restraints, but hopefully in the future.
Pegi Smith’s new allegorical mixed media paintings greet you as you walk through the front door.
Nancy Bardos has added an homage to Freya Stark, the very early female explorer. It’s a strong mixed media presentation on metal.
Jerri Cook shares two of her porcelain plaque portraits, a prominent actor from the movie Selma and beautiful rendition of Tony Morrison.
We are retaining our regular days and hours at the gallery.
We are open 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and closed Sunday and Monday.
Schneider Museum of Art Migrating Bodies: For(saking) Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Co-curated by Jill Hartz, former executive director of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, University of Oregon, Richard Herskowitz, artistic and executive director of the Ashland Independent Film Festival (AIFF), and Scott Malbaurn, director of the Schneider Museum of Art.
Humans have always been on the move. From nomads to nation builders, we have sought a better life, however we’ve chosen to define that goal. The causes of migration and displacement– including climate change and its attendant famines, fires, and 500-year floods that are now happening yearly; war; religious persecution; slavery; and commerce– seem unending and are, if anything, growing more dire.
Studio A.B is the gallery and workspace for artists Ann DiSalvo and Bruce Allen Bayard. Ann works in dry media: charcoal, pastel, graphite. Bruce creates photo-based, digital collage. We always have artwork on exhibit. Additionally, we offer the following services: Illustration, Editing, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Tutoring (drawing and Photoshop).
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A TASTE OF ASHLAND’S COLORING BOOK IS HERE!
After transitioning to a virtual event, A Taste of Ashland wanted to provide something that was fun, uplifting, and enjoyable to its attendees, in addition to celebrating the interesting and diverse artists, galleries, and food/wine partners in the Rogue Valley.
Serving as something that can be enjoyed for months after the virtual event has taken place, this limited edition coloring book is a great way to escape, decompress, and collaborate with the artists who created pages for it.
Coloring books are included in ticket purchases, or can be purchased separately.
A Taste of Ashland 2020 Virtual Event
August 29 & 30, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ticket Package – $55
Includes:
Limited Edition Taste of Ashland Coloring Book – beautifully created by local artists
Access to our Virtual Event – featuring gallery tours, chef demos, tours of local wineries.
Four Raffle tickets – for chances to win local artwork, dining out certificates, wine gifts, Ashland getaway packages.
The Schneider Museum of Art has introduced our community to so many artists from around the country. Maria de Los Angeles left such a positive impact! Therefore, A Taste of Ashland kindly invited her to participate.
Artist: Maria de Los Angeles
Join us this month for a Virtual Taste of Ashland!
A TASTE OF ASHLAND
Saturday and Sunday
August 29-30, 2020
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Typically, foodies, wine connoisseurs, and art lovers from all over flock to picturesque Ashland, Oregon and partake in a remarkable weekend of art, food, and fun. With the health and safety of our community, as well as COVID19 guidelines set forth by our state government, the 2020 Taste of Ashland will be an at-home art collaboration with a limited edition coloring book as well as a virtual event featuring gallery tours, interviews, chef demonstrations, and a raffle with amazing gifts that you can win.
For more information about A Taste of Ashland, please email [email protected].
Denise Baxter has played a significant role as an artist in the Rogue Valley for quite some time. A Taste of Ashland is so thankful for her participation.
Artist: Denise Baxter
Syd Rvinsky is a former student from Southern Oregon University who just graduated with a B.F.A. in Visual Arts. A Taste of Ashland is excited to feature her artwork.
Thank you to all the artists who have donated their time and talents to create the beautiful Taste of Ashland Coloring Book, to the members who have donated items for the raffle, and the gallery partners, restaurants, wineries, and hotels participating in this novel event for our Association!
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
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ARTISTS ARE CREATING AND SELLING BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK!
During this time, we invite you to see what our member businesses and artists are up to. Many are offering private or virtual tours and free shipping or curbside pick-up of artwork!
Don’t forget to visit their websites either! Many are open.
Visit our website for links to our member galleries and artist websites and to view the online version of the 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide www.ashlandgalleries.com
Here is a sampling of our August Spotlight Artists & Galleries…
Schneider Museum of Art Migrating Bodies: For(saking) Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Co-curated by Jill Hartz, former executive director of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, University of Oregon, Richard Herskowitz, artistic and executive director of the Ashland Independent Film Festival (AIFF), and Scott Malbaurn, director of the Schneider Museum of Art.
Humans have always been on the move. From nomads to nation builders, we have sought a better life, however we’ve chosen to define that goal. The causes of migration and displacement– including climate change and its attendant famines, fires, and 500-year floods that are now happening yearly; war; religious persecution; slavery; and commerce– seem unending and are, if anything, growing more dire.
Image Caption: Passage, 2017, Still from Three Channel HD Projection 18:49 min Edition of 10 + 2 AP, Mohau Modisakeng
Gallery Karon Images Thru the Eye of the Photographer II
All Photography Show
We’re open and ready to welcome you! Photography is so important to Ashland and we are continuing our show through August with new pieces. The images are varied and so are the techniques. Some are on fine photographic paper, some on canvas, some on metal.Just for fun, the main wall was produced with a centerpiece of baboons in Africa by Judy Benson La Nier. Right below is a whole baboon family featuring our famous stuffed toy animals (not real of course). Surrounding the scene are various wild animal photos by Jim Langhofer who is soon returning to Ashland. Historic views are covered by Terry Skibby, Ashland’s premier Historic Commissions photographer. There is a black and white section for lovers of that style of photography. Next to it are some wonderful scenic panoramas depicting places you’d like to be right now but can’t get to. Lastly there’s a fantastic portrait by Pam Danielle of “Gramma Boom” as you’ve never seen her before!
Pop on your mask and come see Gallerie Karon! We are keeping our regular hours. Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Stay Posted for Updates on A Taste of Ashland 2020!
Join us August 29-30, 2020 for a VIRTUAL Taste of Ashland!Please visit the “A Taste of Ashland” website for current updates and information.
Typically, foodies, wine connoisseurs and art lovers from all over flock to picturesque Ashland, Oregon and partake in a remarkable weekend of art, food and fun. With the health and safety of our community as well as COVID19 guidelines set forth by our state government the 2020 Taste of Ashland will be both an at home art collaboration with a limited edition coloring book as well as a virtual event featuring gallery tours, interviews, chef demonstrations and a raffle with amazing gifts that you can win.
The Limited Edition Coloring Book is a great way to escape, decompress and create a collaboration between you and all of the local artists who have created pages for this project. Each page is inspired by our local bounty and community. Tickets are still available and quantities are limited so don’t miss out.
For more information about A Taste of Ashland, please email [email protected].
Image Caption: A Taste of Ashland poster artwork by Jeanne LaRae Lagano
Studio 151
151 N Pioneer Street, Ashland, OR 97520
Studio 151 is located at 151 N. Pioneer Street in Ashland and features mixed media sculptural art by Elizabeth York. Artwork includes: two books of spontaneous art therapy unwinding early trauma, a series investigating “time”, sacred geometry including the sri yantra, Buddhas composed in wall relief form and a variety of animals and birds. Recent work focuses on abstract sculptural figures.
Open most First Fridays in 2020, and by appointment via email through the website.
Other artists will show their work in the studio periodically. Check the website for a preview of the gallery and additional information regarding events.
All proceeds from Elizabeth York’s art support Shine a Light, a 501(c)3 organization committed to raising awareness about, preventing and rehabilitating victims of sex trafficking locally and abroad. iwillshinealight.org
studio151ashland.com
Image Caption: Arabesque Hummingbird, Sculpture, Elizabeth York
Studio A.B.
Ann DiSalvo and Bruce Allen Bayard
621 A Street, Ashland, OR 97520
541-482-2253Open most days 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Studio A.B is the gallery and workspace for artists Ann DiSalvo and Bruce Allen Bayard. Ann works in dry media: charcoal, pastel, graphite. Bruce creates photo-based, digital collage. We always have artwork on exhibit. Additionally, we offer the following services: Illustration, Editing, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Tutoring (drawing and Photoshop).
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization with a membership of over 30 art galleries and working studios, as well dozens of individual artists. For over 20 years, the AGA has been supporting Ashland’s visual arts community through local events including, the monthly First Friday Art Walk, A Taste of Ashland, food, wine, and art festival held each April, Ashland Open Studio Tour held annually in October, as well as through student art programs and the annual March Student Exhibit which showcases the talent of young artists in the community.
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A Taste of Ashland poster artwork by Jeanne LaRae Lagano
Stay Posted for Updates on A Taste of Ashland 2020!
Join us August 29-30, 2020 for a VIRTUAL Taste of Ashland!
Please visit the A Taste of Ashland 2020 website for current updates and information.
A TASTE OF ASHLAND
Saturday & Sunday,
August 29 & 30
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Typically, foodies, wine connoisseurs and art lovers from all over flock to picturesque Ashland, Oregon and partake in a remarkable weekend of art, food and fun. We’re keeping in mind the health and safety of our community as well as COVID19 guidelines set forth by our state government. Therefore, the 2020 Taste of Ashland will be an at-home art collaboration with a limited edition coloring book . It will also include a virtual event featuring gallery tours, interviews, chef demonstrations and amazing gifts that you can win!
The Limited Edition Coloring Book is a great way to escape, decompress and create a collaboration between you and all of the local artists who have created pages for this project. Each page is inspired by our local bounty and community. Tickets are still available and quantities are limited so don’t miss out.
For more information about A Taste of Ashland, please email [email protected].
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Ashland Gallery Association July 2020
Artists are still creating and selling beautiful artwork!
During this time of social distancing, we invite you to see what our member businesses and artists are up to. Importantly, many are beginning to open their doors while continuing to offer private or virtual tours.
Don’t forget to visit each of their websites, either. For a complete list, please visit our website at ashlandgalleries.com and download our 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide.
Attached below are July 2020 Spotlight Exhibits.
Thank you so much for your endless support!
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Ashland July 2020 Spotlight Exhibits
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Dream Tracks #1, Oil, Eric Peterson
Art & Soul Gallery Time Travel with Eric Peterson
We celebrate Eric Peterson, Art & Soul Gallery’s featured Artist for July, in 2 new videos to be premiered during the first week of July on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Y53fGSJmn1QpmwjEfu46g
The videos are also on display in the Gallery and our front window throughout the month of July.
“In these days of harsh reality, my spirit yearns for the comfort of a simpler time. Traveling in my mind, through the softer lens of memory, and imagination, I find a comfort that rejuvenates and allows me to come back and deal with what we are all facing.” – Eric Peterson
First Friday reservations are available from 5 – 7 pm in 30 minute time blocks for July 3rd. Please call: 541-488-9006.
Gallery Karon Images Thru the Eye of the Photographer All Photography Show
We’re open and this is our new show for July! Photography continues to be strong in Ashland and we have a number of fantastic photography artists. We’ll show nature photography by Judy Benson LaNier, Jim Langhoffer and Jamie Lusch. Portraits by Pam Danielle. Landscapes by Jesse Widener and Todd Davis. And then we have the world travel shots by Ken Deveney, Andi Taylor and Steve Dieffenbacher. Other artists are represented as well.
The techniques are unique and varied — iphoneography and digital bitting among others. Some on canvas and others on metal. We love that Terry Skibby, Historic Commission photographer, will be with us again and will have portfolios of early scenes around Ashland.
First Friday Artwalk can’t happen quite yet but we are open Tuesdays thru Saturdays 11-5
Houston’s Custom Framing Thomas Houston, Yugi Hiratsuka, Stephen McMillan, and Erin Lee Gafill
Our framing studio and gallery are currently open during regular hours and by appointment. Currently we continue to show works by our gallery artists. These include paintings and fine art prints by:
Thomas Houston
Chine Colle etchings by Yugi Hiratsuka
aquatint etchings by Stephen McMillan
paintings by Erin Lee Gafill.
Image coming soon!
Little Monsters, Acrylic, Robert Koch
Hanson Howard Gallery A Trip to the Far Side, Sue Springer, Stan Peterson and Robert Koch Sue Springer: ceramic sculpture Robert Koch: paintings Stan Peterson: carved wood sculpture
July 3 – August 4 Temporary Summer Hours: Thursday – Saturday 12-4 (and by appointment)
Robert Koch: Gestural strokes and spontaneous marks collide with color blocks in Robert Koch’s narrative vignettes. Often prompted by found photographs, Koch takes the liberty to make his subjects humans or creatures inhabiting the same world. Having the appearance of quickness and even naiveté, Koch’s deft drawing skills mean each mark is playful and intentional at the same time.
Stan Peterson: Stan Peterson carves wood sculptures, which depict moments when something is about to happen. These are everyday moments, sometimes poignant, sometimes with an edge of humor. The subjects are figurative; female, male, animal with attention to their gestures and relationships. The scale is modest, handheld, yet on occasion, larger than life in feeling.
Stan has been exhibiting professionally since 1982 in Galleries in Oregon, California, New Mexico, and New York.
Sue Springer: Sue Springer creates quirky ceramic sculptures which are mostly figurative, with a whimsy and freedom of unexpected combinations. Dreams, imagination and wonder combine with a response to the current world to tell the stories of these figures. After earning an MFA from the University of Oregon, Springer became a fixture in Ashland through Illahe Tileworks and Illahe Studios and Gallery, creating public art, most notably, the Rio Amistad Mosaic above Calle Guanajuato and the Plaza Mosaics. She currently lives in Seattle Washington where she maintains a studio in the International District.
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Ashland Gallery Re-openings & June Exhibits
The Ashland Gallery Association is following state guidelines for large gatherings and will NOT be hosting a First Friday Art Walk on June 5th. However, many of our galleries and businesses are now re-opening and selling beautiful artwork! Safety measures have been put in place by the individual businesses to make visitors’ art viewing experiences enjoyable.
Open every day 10-6
Shane Bloodworth – 541-941-8418
Reopened on May 15th. Have had good traffic especially on the weekend. They have a hand sanitizing station at front door. They are not requiring masks, but all workers are wearing masks.
• Art & Soul Gallery
Open Friday & Saturday 11-3 and by appointment
Peter Stone – 650-283-4094
• Ashland Art Works
Open Thursday-Saturday 12-4 and by appointment
Cheryl Kempner – 541-727-2868
Reopening June 4th. Masks are required. Hand sanitizing station at Sculpture Garden entrance.
• Gallerie Karon
Open Tuesday-Saturday 11-5 (closed Sunday & Monday)
Karen Wasser – 541-482-9008
Reopened on May 17th. Masks are required. Hand sanitizing available.
• Hanson Howard Gallery
Open Thursday-Saturday 12-4 and by appointment
Elan Gombart – 541-488-2562
Masks are required. Hand sanitizing available.
• The Web-sters
Open only by appointment
Dona Zimmerman – 541-482-9801
Masks are not required but strongly suggested. They have been staying busy with appointments.
• Old World Artifacts
Open – call for hours
Franklin Corbin – 541-864-9512
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ARTISTS ARE STILL CREATING AND SELLING BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK!
During this time of social distancing, we invite you to see what our member businesses and artists are up to. Many are offering private or virtual tours and free shipping or curbside pick-up of artwork!
Don’t forget to visit their websites either! Many are beginning to open their doors.
Visit our website for links to our member galleries and artist websites and to view the online version of the 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide
Here is a sampling of our June Spotlight Artists & Galleries…
Ashland Artworks June RejuvenationAshland Art Works is pleased to announce that our Main Gallery has relocated to our Thrown Stone Gallery in our back garden space – getting reacquainted after our closure with our other two Galleries: Creek Side and Rustic.
We will be open June 5th for a First Friday art celebration.
Looking forward to seeing everyone – from a proper social distance – with face coverings – after these few months of being closed. We’ve made some changes and reconfigured our Galleries which has been quite exciting for all of us.
Rather than having our customary “featured artists” for the month of June, we are featuring and celebrating all of our wonderful artists. We are a happy collective of artists, very thankful for each other, ready to show some art!
Please join us for First Friday in June, and check our website for current open hours.
Art & Soul Gallery June Bloom
Works in Oil and Acrylic by Kathy MorawiecKathy Morawiec, Art & Soul Gallery’s featured Artist for June is celebrated in a new video on our new YouTube channel (link below) and will be on display in the Gallery’s window throughout the month of June.
We have also reopened to the public on Friday and Saturday from 11 am – 3 pm and remain available by appointment.
Take time to come by the Gallery or visit our website to discover more about Kathy Morawiec and her joyful work.
Kathy Morawiec uses her extensive knowledge of color, texture and mood to create vibrant scenes. Every painting begins with a color scheme in mind, no other structure or expectation, just the idea of seeing how colors work together.
“That moment when all thoughts stop, the brush takes over and the magic happens is the process that makes this form of creating beauty such a worthwhile endeavor.” If the viewer senses this, then Kathy Morawiec has accomplished her goal of creating and communicating beauty on canvas.
A Taste of Ashland is the premiere event for support of the Ashland Gallery Association, a non-profit committed to the promotion of Southern Oregon Visual Arts!
Despite demand, tickets are limited and available for pre-sale online.
For more information about A Taste of Ashland and updates, please email [email protected]
Oak Leaf Studio Back to the Seventies!
Back to the Seventies! is a current exhibition that features newlyrediscovered works from the1970s.
Located between the Hanson Howard Gallery and Ashland Artworks on Oak Street, Oak Leaf Studio is the working space for fine artist Leif Trygg. Leif explores his world through a variety of media such as pastel, watercolor, acrylic and digital imaging.
Studio 151 In Significance Colton Allen is the guest artist for March and April. He grew up in rural Canada, and now lives in Talent, Oregon. In 2008, he was diagnosed with ALS, and has since lost most of his motor skills, including his ability to walk, and has been primarily confined to a power chair since 2012. Allen is a self-taught photographer, and began taking photos shortly before being diagnosed.
Though Allen started out using a digital SLR, it wasn’t long before he embraced the beauty of film. Using mostly medium format cameras, Allen’s work is now nearly 100% film based.
Inspired by the color photography of Steven Shore and William Eggleston, Allen strives to find simple beauty, in everyday life, but from a unique perspective.
Can you come out and play? By the time you read this we will be open! Come join us in our garden for real! Stroll from our French Country garden (featuring painting by Pegi Smith) to start. Move on to the romantic Italian setting with classic garden statuary, Chianti for the gardener and a painting by Rebecca Gabriel. Now on to the Natural garden with antique mushroom prints, pods, mossy rocks, mushrooms, leaves and a trail sketchbook by Steve Dieffenbacher. His artworks are joined with photographs by Ken Deveney and Jonah Bornstien.
Lastly, enter the Japanese garden where a poet has just stepped away from his table where he’s been practicing calligraphy. On the wall above, a classic Quan Yin and examples of calligraphy by Liz Sheppard.
Other highlights in this show include a group exhibit by Dan Fellman and his family – artwork, poetry and musical compositions.
Now you will be able to get up close and read the remarkable poetry by these artists/poets!
Be the first to see how beautiful and inspiring a garden in spring can be!
Call ahead as our hours have not yet been set and don’t forget to wear your mask.
541-482-9008
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
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The Ashland Gallery Association has canceled the April First Friday Art Walk to meet the guidelines of social distancing and protect our community’s health.
We will notify you of the May Art Walk’s status as we approach this date, but at this time, it seems unlikely to take place.
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AGA March 2020 Exhibits
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk festivities!
Ashland Gallery Association Exhibit Openings & Artist Receptions
First Friday Art Walk, March 6th from 5 to 8 pm
Stroll the galleries and take in the visual delights of the AGA March 2020 exhibits in downtown Ashland and the Historic Railroad District. Venture further to explore out-skirting galleries! Enjoy this free year-round community event, filled with a diverse array of artwork, live music, artist demonstrations, refreshments and lively conversation!
For more information about all of our exhibits and to download the March Gallery Tour map, please visit: www.ashlandgalleries.com
Thank you for your support of the Visual Arts in our communities!
March Spotlight Exhibits
Sedona, Thunder Mountain, image by John Christer Petersen
Photographers’ Gallery
Sedona Red Rocks
Photographer John Christer Petersen’s new show, “Sedona Red Rocks”, opens for the First Friday Art Walk, March 6, in the Photographer’s Gallery at the Ashland Art Center, and continues through the end of April.
Petersen is a local fine art photographer. In 2019 he was fortunate to visit Sedona, Arizona and fell in love with the mystical red rocks surrounding the city.
Sedona is in northern Arizona and part of the Sonoran Desert. The reddish-orange sandstone apparently was deposited during the Permian Period more than 250 million years ago. I was able to visit the area after a reunion in Phoenix; however, the weather was not cooperative and I was not blessed with much time for photography. The Thunder Mountain Trail was near my hotel and is a popular hike about 3 miles long and was easily accessible.
The red sandstone formations change color tones depending on the time of day and the weather. I sensed a spiritual connection to this area and certainly considered their beauty to be the fingerprints of God.
Image caption: Gallerie Karon, samples of exhibited pieces
Gallerie Karon East Meets East Part III
Let’s celebrate! Gallerie Karon’s “Grand Re-opening” is March 6th, First Friday Art Walk!
Our remodel is complete and we want to show it off. It’s also our 18th Anniversary. Added to that, it’s the Oregon Chocolate Festival and as always we are participating with fabulous fudge from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. To add to the festivities, the first 25 adults to attend will receive a special gift bag with an Asian surprise inside!
It is the Chinese New Year of the Rat. Let the foremost attribute of this symbol reign – Prosperity!
“Sun Signs 2,” painting
Ashland Art Works Student Art Exhibit
The Gallery is pleased to host a special exhibit from the Ashland High School art department. We’ve reserved space to show off the talents of our local younger artists. In addition to this exhibit we still have our full showing of all our local artists.
AGA Annual Student Art Show Featuring Ashland High School Student Artwork
Join us for a special First Friday in March when Ashland High School students display their artwork. Please visit the following participating galleries and show your support of these young artists:
“Janis Joplin,” painting by Reuben Fellmenn, AHS student
Art & Soul Gallery: Gail Schmidt, Jessica Hitchcock, Avery Sayre
Student artists will be present to discuss their works. There will be a variety of media on display by these creative young artists including paintings, drawings, mixed media, and jewelry.
