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By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
First Friday Art Walk: December 1, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for First Friday Art Walk!
Here is a sampling of our December Spotlight Galleries and Artists.
Currently featured at Art & Soul Ashland are miniature artworks by each of their artist members. Celebrating the power and creativity of compact artistry, each piece is six inches by six inches and explores an expansive world of imagination, technique, and emotion. From portraits, to still lives, landscapes, and more, all miniatures are perfect holiday gifts for art enthusiasts, a special friend, or a family member.
Currently featured at KS Wild are prints and carved paintings of turtles by Betty LaDuke that explore various human themes such as love, nature, resilience, and the importance of working together. While some of Betty’s turtles are inspired by current events, others have been living in her sketchbooks for decades. Ultimately, turtles have become symbolic storytellers in Betty’s work that comment on aspects of the world that are constantly reshaping our lives. Hours: Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 562 A Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-5789 www.kswild.org
Michael Gibson, Untitled, Acrylic
Ashland Art Works Gallery Artist Highlights
This month’s exhibition at Ashland Art Works includes a diverse selection of artwork made by each of their artist members. Highlighting everything from ceramic mugs, to silk scarves, sterling silver jewelry, original paintings, and outdoor garden sculptures, now is the time to get a head start on that holiday shopping and choose a memorable gift for a friend or family member.
Address and Contact Information: 291 Oak Street Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-4735 www.ashlandartworks.com
Jay Gordon, Origami Mouse, Watercolor
Enclāve Studios Instant Art Show by Jay Gordon
Currently featured at Enclāve Studios are watercolors that explore color theory by Jay Gordon. During First Friday Art Walk, come visit with Jay and engage with her year-long project of weekly shared art experiments and learn more about her creative process while chatting with others about all things that are art related. Hours: Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 1661 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR 97520 541-301-5738 www.enclavestudios.com
Gayle Erbe-Hamlin, Untitled, Sculpture
Fiber Arts Collective Grounded by Gayle Erbe-Hamlin
This month’s exhibition at Fiber Arts Collective includes textile vessels, books, and wall hangings by Gayle Erbe-Hamlin. Inspired by recent trips to the Great Basin and the Southwest, Gayle’s pieces are abstract reflections of the geologic and human history that has taken place at both locations. Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 37 North 3rd 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. Creekside Pizza Creekside Pizza features diverse artwork made by locally renowned artists.
Gallerie Karon Gallerie Karon features artwork and photography along with antiques, artifacts, and jewelry.
Gambrel Gallery Gambrel Gallery is a space for contemporary artists to share their work and engage with the community.
Gypsy Road Studio Gypsy Road Studio offers a global experience of international and local art, rare global antiquities, and more.
Oak Leaf Studio Oak Leaf Studio is the working space of painter and illustrator, Leif Trygg.
Schneider Museum of Art The Schneider Museum of Art is a vital force that stimulates inspiration and curiosity through engagement with artists.
Siskiyou Gallery House Siskiyou Gallery House features original artwork by local artists and fine art reproductions.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
Become a Member! The 2024 Ashland Gallery Association Membership Drive is HERE!
We are looking to significantly grow our membership base. We believe that the communities of Ashland, Talent, Phoenix, Medford, and beyond hold a vast population of passionate and talented visual artists, creative studios, galleries, and art-loving businesses, and if joined together, have the power to transform Southern Oregon into a premier arts destination by forming a strong, vibrant, and fun visual arts community.
We have our sights set on some great things, but we need your help. There is power in numbers and the more members that we can get on board, the more magic that we can make happen… Together. Whether you are a hobby artist, creative professional, gallery director, local business owner, or student studying art, now is the time to join forces. Will you play a part in this creative boom?
As a member of the Ashland Gallery Association, some benefits include a listing in our printed Gallery Guide, a listing on our website, social media promotion, eligibility to participate in special events such as the Ashland Open Studio Tour, and more.
To learn more about our different membership levels and benefits, please visit the link below. Take part in this creative transformation and become a member today! Click Here to Become a Member
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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 & Soul Ashland Feathers and Fractals – A Celebration of Nature and Design
Lucas Kremer, Perched, Oil
Currently featured at Art & Soul Ashland are oil paintings by Lucas Kremer. Constantly inspired by nature and wildlife, Lucas brings birds to the forefront with his latest series. Taking the concept of nature being the best designer to heart, he turns the natural subject matter of birds into a series of playful explorations with composition, color, and design. Always captivated by the variety of hues and shapes that are found in the natural world, Lucas hopes to capture each and bring them to life in his paintings.
Address and Contact Information: 247 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-880-4100 www.artandsoulashland.com
Ashland Art Works Gallery Artist Highlights
Lorene Senesac, Untitled, Ceramic
This month’s exhibition at Ashland Art Works includes a diverse selection of artwork made by each of their artist members. Highlighting everything from ceramic mugs, to silk scarves, sterling silver jewelry, original paintings, and outdoor garden sculptures, now is the time to get a head start on that holiday shopping and choose a memorable gift for a friend or family member.
Address and Contact Information: 291 Oak Street Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-4735 www.ashlandartworks.com
Gambrel Gallery Jerryck ‘J.Roc’ Murrey – Currency War
Jerryck ‘J.Roc’ Murrey, Untitled, Mixed Media
Currently featured at Gambrel Gallery is mixed media work by Jerryck ‘J.Roc’ Murrey. Exploring the capital flows within our current economic system, Jerryck illustrates the end cost of our consumption through the use of spray paint, wheat paste, stencils, newspaper, and acrylic paints. By working on large format wood panels, sculpture, paper, and canvas, Jerryck aims to captivate his viewers through scale, moving them to a readily present, but often overlooked reality.
Hours: Thursday and Friday: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 1982 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 www.gambrelgallery.com
Oak Leaf Studio Landscape and Portrait Paintings by Leif Trygg
Leif Trygg, The White Lighthouse, Watercolor
This month’s exhibition at Oak Leaf Studio includes landscape and portrait paintings by Leif Trygg. Located between Hanson Howard Gallery and Ashland Art Works, Leif explores his world through a variety of media including pastels, watercolors, acrylics, and digital imaging. For this month, Leif will highlight a series of paintings that depict dramatic lighthouses from both the east and west coasts.
Hours: Friday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 247 Oak Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-5756 www.leiftryggart.com
Siskiyou Gallery House First Friday Art Walk at the Gallery
Douglas Racich, Autumn in the Cherries, Watercolor
Currently featured at Siskiyou Gallery House is a fun selection of artwork made by each of their artist members. There is everything from watercolors by Douglas Racich, to acrylics by Moira Racich, silk scarves by Joy Light, illustrations by Jimmy Linenberger, and more. In addition to live music taking place throughout the evening, there will also be light snacks and refreshments.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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 Open Studio Tour Takes Place in Less Than Two Weeks! Join the Ashland Gallery Association for the 10th Annual Ashland Open Studio Tour!
Taking place on Saturday and Sunday, October 21 and October 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., this is a fun and unique opportunity for visual artists based in Ashland, Talent, and Phoenix to show off their creative realms. Opening their workspaces to the public and revealing some incredible surprises, these are places where artists love to work and even just one visitor’s interest and curiosity can spark stimulation and new ideas.
“Ashland Open Studio Tour is packed with an abundance of creativity this year! Featuring close to thirty different artists, visitors will have the opportunity to engage with everything from painting, to printmaking, sculpture, glass blowing, and more. We’ve scheduled over fifteen demonstrations that will take place throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. Plus, Enclāve Studios will be hosting an ‘afterparty’ in which artists and visitors can connect in one central place. It’s been exciting to chat with everyone about their plans for the weekend while witnessing the anticipation from our community,” explains Paige Gerhard, AGA Administrator and Marketing Coordinator.
Ashland Open Studio Tour is free and open to the public. For more information about artists who are participating, art demonstrations, and the tour in general, please visit www.ashlandopenstudiotour.com or contact Paige Gerhard, AGA Administrator and Marketing Coordinator, at [email protected] or 541-488-8430.
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in Southern Oregon.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
First Friday Art Walk: October 6, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for Ashland’s October First Friday Art Walk!
Here is a sampling of our October Spotlight Galleries and Artists.
David Mensing, Prefinite, Oil
Art & Soul Ashland Character and Capability – Encounters in the Pursuit of Delight
Currently featured at Art & Soul Ashland are landscape paintings by David Mensing. Defining art as the pursuit of delight in submission to the truth, David sources inspiration from a limitless range of subjects. His architectural background contributes to his compelling compositions and each painting serves as a statement. For David, every aspect and detail is important. When choosing a title, he is very careful so that it reflects the character and spiritual basis of his work.
Address and Contact Information: 247 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-880-4100 www.artandsoulashland.com
Eva Thiemann, Untitled, Oil
KS Wild Eva Thiemann: A Series of Wolves
This month’s exhibition at KS Wild includes paintings by Eva Thiemann. With a passion for nature, Eva captures the realistic beauty of her subjects while opting for surrealistic and dreamy backgrounds. Her viewers are invited to not only see the majesty of the animals that are found in her compositions, but to also feel the experience amidst mountain valleys and deep wooded forests. Educated in Riga, Latvia, Eva enjoys traveling throughout the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and the Rockies, immersing herself in the flora and fauna that these beautiful regions have to offer.
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
Denise Kester, Bird Girls, Monotype
Denise Kester Studio 21st Annual Studio Sale
Currently featured at Denise Kester Studio is a variety of artwork created by Denise and her friends. Featuring everything from botanical wreaths, to original prints, cards, books, ceramics, fiber arts, and more, artists include Julia Janeway, Corbin Brashear, JoAnn Manzone, Richard Kleffman, and others. The 21st Annual Studio Sale will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 7 and October 8, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The studio will also be open during First Friday Art Walk. Hours: Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 438 Helman Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-778-2673 www.drawingonthedream.com
Olga Volchkova, Saint Pea, Acrylic
Hanson Howard Gallery Olga Volchkova and Marjorie Taylor
This month’s exhibition at Hanson Howard Gallery features paintings by Olga Volchkova and sculptures by Marjorie Taylor. Trained as an icon painter and conservator, Olga uses her knowledge of Orthodox imagery and her love of botany to create provocative paintings that explore the history of plants. Similarly, Marjorie creates sculptures known as vegan taxidermy, which are animal replicas that blend realism and fantasy through the use of vintage fabrics and faux furs to capture the beauty of the natural world. Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Schneider Museum of Art Intuitive Nature: Geometric Roots and Organic Foundations
Currently featured at the Schneider Museum of Art is Intuitive Nature: Geometric Roots and Organic Foundations. Featuring the work of eight different artists who engage in abstract and contemporary painting and sculpture, each brings with them a personalized set of tools that reflect their intuitional play on geometric roots and organic reflections. Together, they form an exhibition that is visually stunning, revealing both their brilliance and expertise. Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 555 Indiana Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-552-6245 sma.sou.edu
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
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
Gambrel Gallery Gambrel Gallery is a space for contemporary artists to share their work and engage with the community. 1980 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520
Gypsy Road Studio Gypsy Road Studio offers a global experience of international and local art, rare global antiquities, and more. 369 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
Siskiyou Gallery House Siskiyou Gallery House features original artwork by local artists and fine art reproductions. 2475 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR 97520
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
Annekatrine, Ashland Promenade, Acrylic on Panel
Art & Soul Ashland Annekatrine: Adventures in COLOR
Currently featured at Art & Soul Ashland are paintings by Annekatrine. Celebrating the beauty of nature in all of its forms, Annekatrine reaches into those mysterious realms and hopes to bring back something beautiful and magical in her paintings. Absolutely enjoying what the Pacific Northwest has to offer, she explains that it is her quest to depict the enchantment that she sees and feels when she is out and about.
Address and Contact Information: 247 East Main Street Ashland, OR 97520 541-880-4100 www.artandsoulashland.com
Judy Weiner, Untitled, Oil on Canvas
Studio 151 and KS Wild Judy Weiner: Ordinary Magic
This month’s exhibition at Studio 151 and KS Wild includes paintings by Judy Weiner. As a self taught artist, Judy managed to avoid the pitfalls of derivative work. Her deeply personal, objective, realistic, and surreal paintings can best be described as a careful blend of observation, intuition, and flawless technique. Mostly consisting of animals, her subjects always inhabited the landscapes of her farm outside of Grants Pass, Oregon.
Studio 151 and KS Wild will have a silent auction of Judy’s paintings in support of KS Wild. Bidding will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 1.
Hours:
First Friday Art Walk: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 151 North Pioneer Street Ashland, OR 97520 562 A Street Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-5789 www.studio151ashland.com, www.kswild.org
Dave Leibowitz, Feelin’ Groovy, Photography
Ashland Art Works Amy Baumgart and Dave Leibowitz
Currently featured at Ashland Art Works are vessels by Amy Baumgart and photography by Dave Leibowitz. Without a design in mind, Amy approaches each piece of wood individually and simply creates. Every step of the process brings her joy, from incorporating resin to add beautiful color and texture, to carving intricate designs and patterns. Alternatively, Dave is drawn to the backroads and the stark natural beauty of the mountains, forests, farms, and creatures that live in Southern Oregon. The simplicity and beauty is intoxicating to him and his goal is to captivate and inspire his viewers.
Address and Contact Information: 89 Oak Street Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-4735 www.ashlandartworks.com
Robert Koch, Sunnyside, Acrylic on Panel
Hanson Howard Gallery Robert Koch and Penelope Dews
This month’s exhibition at Hanson Howard Gallery features paintings by Robert Koch and ceramics by Penelope Dews. Gestural strokes and spontaneous marks collide with color blocks in Robert’s narrative vignettes. Often prompted by found photographs, he takes the liberty to make his subjects humans or creatures inhabiting the same world. Similarly, Penelope produces ceramic sculptures, fusing a love of gardening with large-scale ceramics, from realistic to personified. They exude peaceful and playful expressions with a touch of fantastical.
Currently featured at Gypsy Road Studio is photography by Jennifer Joy. Jennifer is a creative soul with a passion for nature, art, freedom, expression, and fun. She uses her creativity, natural beauty, sense of adventure, and love for nature to compose, create, and curate a broad expression of compositions in the form of photography. Jennifer enjoys sharing this experience with others because she believes that when humans play and connect while making art in nature, they also create memories and images that reflect beauty, strength, and growth.
Hours: Wednesday – Monday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 369 East Main Street Ashland, OR 97520 541-708-6930 www.gypsyroadstudio.com
Other First Friday Art Walk Participants
American Trails Gallery
American Trails Gallery features arts and crafts of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Creekside Pizza
Creekside Pizza features diverse artwork made by locally renowned artists.
Gallerie Karon
Gallerie Karon features artwork and photography along with antiques, artifacts, and jewelry.
John Pugh Studio
John Pugh Studio is the working space of muralist and artist, John Pugh.
Oak Leaf Studio
Oak Leaf Studio is the working space of painter and illustrator, Leif Trygg.
Siskiyou Gallery House
Siskiyou Galley House features original artwork by local artists and fine art reproductions.
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
August Spotlight Galleries and Artists First Friday Art Walk: August 4, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Alice Niemiec, Pink Peonies, Oil on Canvas
Art & Soul Ashland Alice Niemiec: View from Ashland
Currently featured at Art & Soul Ashland are paintings by Alice Niemiec. Utilizing watercolors and oils, Alice draws inspiration from the varying landscapes and nature that are found in Ashland. In addition to exhibiting her paintings across the country, Alice has cofounded The Artist Guild of Detroit, a guild and gallery funded by General Motors that promotes young artists in the area. Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Address and Contact Information: 247 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-880-4100 artandsoulashland.com
Limei Lai, Always Together, Forever Apart, Fabric and Acrylic
Fiber Arts Collective Mixed Media Work by Limei Lai
This month’s exhibition at Fiber Arts Collective includes mixed media work by Limei Lai. Working with paint, fabric, and clay, Limei seeks to build community through oral storytelling, specifically stories about intergenerational immigrant women. Her themes depict fear and love of life in the Pacific Northwest while highlighting both togetherness and inclusion. Limei believes that art not only critiques, questions, and reflects, but also celebrates and changes people for the better. 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 fiberartscollective.com
Marydee Bombick, Fish Plate, Ceramic
Ashland Art Works Elin Babcock and Marydee Bombick
Currently featured at Ashland Art Works are sculptures by Elin Babcock and ceramics by Marydee Bombick. With a sincere interest in repurposing, Elin intuitively selects objects with a unique expression and skillfully assembles them into a unified, balanced, and intelligent whole. Alternatively, Marydee works with clay to create objects that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Constantly exploring various techniques and glazes, her work has continued to evolve over the years. Hours: Thursday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Address and Contact Information: 89 Oak Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-4735 www.ashlandartworks.com
Douglas Racich, Autumn in the Cherries, Watercolor
Siskiyou Gallery House First Friday Art Walk at the Gallery
This month’s exhibition at Siskiyou Gallery House features everything from watercolors by Douglas Racich, to acrylics by Moira Racich, silk scarves by Joy Light, illustrations by Jimmy Linenberger, and more. In addition to live music taking place throughout the evening, there will also be light snacks and refreshments. Hours: Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Address and Contact Information: 2475 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR 97520 231-499-4274 www.siskiyougalleryhouse.com
Other First Friday Art Walk Participants
American Trails Gallery American Trails Gallery features arts and crafts of the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Catalyst Ashland CatalystAshland is a community based space that offers technology and features monthly art exhibitions. Gallerie Karon Gallerie Karon features artwork and photography along with antiques, artifacts, and jewelry. Gambrel Gallery Gambrel Gallery is a space for contemporary artists to share their work and engage with the community. Gypsy Road Studio Gypsy Road Studio offers a global experience of international and local art, rare global antiquities, and more. Hanson Howard Gallery Hanson Howard Gallery is the oldest gallery in Ashland, representing contemporary northwest artists since 1979. John Pugh Studio John Pugh Studio is the working space of muralist and artist, John Pugh. K.S. Wild K.S. Wild features monthly art exhibitions and events with an emphasis on the environment, land, and water conservation. Lithia Artisans Market The Lithia Artisans Market features some of the finest work made by a variety of local talented artists and crafters. Oak Leaf Studio Oak Leaf Studio is the working space of painter and illustrator, Leif Trygg. Schneider Museum of Art The Schneider Museum of Art is a vital force that stimulates inspiration and curiosity through engagement with artists. Studio 151 Studio 151 is the working space of ceramic sculptor and writer, Elizabeth York. The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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 Galleries July Visual Arts News
July = 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.
Gabriel Lipper, Harmony II, Mixed Media
Grants Pass Museum of Art Learning to See with Gabriel Lipper Saturday, July 22, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join the Grants Pass Museum of Art and Gabriel Lipper to learn more about how to harness the power of color and design. Offering a demonstration that outlines Gabriel’s entire process of merging abstract playgrounds with representational elements, individuals will have the opportunity to experience his creative process from start to finish while engaging in active dialogue.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
Beca Blake, Family Light Tree, Acrylic on Panel
Catalyst Ashland Artist Talk with Beca Blake Saturday, July 22, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join Catalyst Ashland and Beca Blake to learn more about her current exhibition, Road Food. Expressing performance art by draping themselves with novelty food blankets bought on Amazon, Beca and her family made a statement about survival in relation to consumption, place, time, and humanity in both rural and urban settings while traveling among artifacts of culture in the western states of North America.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
Pamela Ourschalimian, Attitude Dancin’, Acrylic and Watercolor
The Haines & Friends Visual Arts Grant Program 2023 Grant Cycle Application Available!Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, August 30
The Haines & Friends Visual Arts Grant Program is thrilled to announce that it will provide a 2023 Grant Cycle. Offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to visual artists and arts educators based in Southern Oregon, use of grant funds by these individuals may include original and new works of private/public art, the purchase of supplies and equipment for personal experiences, educational offerings, and more.
For those who are interested in applying, please click here for more information.
Paula Fong, Helleborus, Watercolor and Ink
Ashland Gallery Association Participate in Ashland Open Studio Tour!Deadline to Register: Friday, September 1
Exciting News! Ashland Open Studio Tour is BACK! Now in its tenth year, and taking place on Saturday and Sunday, October 21 and 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., this is a fun and unique opportunity for visual artists to open their studios and workspaces to the public and show off their creativity.
AGA Members who are based in Ashland, Talent, and Phoenix are eligible to participate. This includes Artist Members, Working Studios, Artists Represented by a Gallery Member, or Artists Represented by a Neighboring Arts Organization.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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.
July Spotlight Galleries and Artists First Friday Art Walk: July 7, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Jessica Johnson, Annual Crescendo, Oil on Canvas
Lithia Artisans Market First Friday Art Walk in the Park
This month, the Lithia Artisans Market is thrilled to participate in First Friday Art Walk! Located on Calle Guanajuato in Downtown Ashland, come take a look at some of the finest work made by our talented artists and crafters while enjoying live music. There is everything from clothing and accessories, to pottery, photography, woodwork, and more.
Hours: First Friday Art Walk: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 20 Calle Guanajuato, Ashland, OR 97520 888-303-2826 www.lithiaartisansmarket.com
Beca Blake, Survival in the Local Landscape: Florence, Oregon, Performance Art and Photography
Catalyst Ashland Road Food, by Beca Blake
This month’s exhibition at Catalyst Ashland includes photography by Beca Blake. Documenting experiences of survival in the local landscape, Beca’s work explores themes of place-ness and placeless-ness with physical, mental, and emotional components tied to stories about the past, present, and future through the lens of contemporary modernity culture.
Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 357 East Main Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-625-6565 www.catalystashland.com
Carolyn Hazel Drake, Untitled, Ceramic and Sculpture
Hanson Howard Gallery At Home with the Dead
Currently featured at Hanson Howard Gallery are ceramics and sculptures by Carolyn Hazel Drake and Rachael Zur. Exploring the sacred potential in ordinary domestic objects and spaces to connect us to the lives and spirits of the dead, Carolyn and Rachael use these objects to amplify the conversation between humble spaces and the spirits that dwell there. When viewed together, their work suggests altars or shrines, places for communion with ancestors and memories.
This month’s exhibition at Studio 151 includes sculptures by Elizabeth York and collages by Bruce Bayard. Inspired by time, birds, and elongated figures, Elizabeth incorporates a variety of media in her work. Similarly, Bruce’s compositions explore the effects of time and humanity’s influence on the natural landscape.
Address and Contact Information: 151 Pioneer Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-973-7477 www.studio151ashland.com
Deb VanPoolen, Klamath River Fish, Acrylic
K.S. Wild Love Art for the People and the Planet
Currently featured at K.S. Wild are paintings by Deb VanPoolen. Integrating science and art, Deb’s compositions include the globally significant biodiversity that is present in our region. Inspired by everything that our local ecology has to offer, Deb enjoys being an artist because she can spend time focusing on the beauty of nature while educating others.
Hours: First Friday Art Walk: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Address and Contact Information: 562 A Street, Ashland, OR 97520 541-488-5789 www.kswild.org
Other First Friday Art Walk Participants
American Trails Gallery
American Trails Gallery features arts and crafts of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Art & Soul Ashland
Art & Soul Ashland features artwork that has been curated to provide personal experiences.
Ashland Art Works
Ashland Art Works features four galleries and sculptural gardens that display functional and decorative artwork.
Fiber Arts Collective
Fiber Arts Collective is a space where fiber artists come together to collaborate, work, teach, and sell their work.
Gallerie Karon
Gallerie Karon features artwork and photography along with antiques, artifacts, and jewelry.
Gambrel Gallery
Gambrel Gallery is a space for contemporary artists to share their work and engage with the community.
Gypsy Road Studio
Gypsy Road Studio offers a global experience of international and local art, rare global antiquities, and more.
John Pugh Studio
John Pugh Studio is the working space of muralist and artist, John Pugh.
Oak Leaf Studio
Oak Leaf Studio is the working space of painter and illustrator, Leif Trygg.
Schneider Museum of Art
The Schneider Museum of Art is a vital force that stimulates inspiration and curiosity through engagement with artists.
Siskiyou Gallery House
Siskiyou Gallery House features original artwork by local artists and fine art reproductions.
The Ashland Gallery Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts in our communities.
This post was originally published on June 21, 2023. It was updated and republished on July 6, 2023.
By Southern Oregon Artists Resource, 2007 contributed posts
View all Southern Oregon Artists Resource's 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, enthusiasts 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 Galleries May Visual Arts News
May = Art Opportunities
In this month’s AGA May Visual Art News, we’re excited to share a handful of fun and diverse art opportunities that are being offered this month—and next—to foster your inner creativity.
Terri Arino, Great Grey Owl, Oil on Canvas
Lithia Artisans Market Support Local Artists in Southern Oregon Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Join the Lithia Artisans Market and support local artists in Southern Oregon. Located on Calle Guanajuato in Downtown Ashland, come take a look at some of the finest work made by our talented artists and crafters. Featuring well over twenty individuals, there is everything from clothing and accessories, to pottery, photography, woodwork, and more.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
Corbin Brashear, Turtle, Needle Felt Sculpture
Grants Pass Museum of Art Needle Felting Turtles with Corbin Brashear Saturday, June 3, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join the Grants Pass Museum of Art and Corbin Brashear to learn more about creating sculptures using needle felting. In addition to discovering how to create fun shapes and forms, individuals will also learn how to add lots of fun colors and details. All materials will be provided and no experience is necessary.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
Sarah F. Burns, Butler Perozzi Fountain in Ashland, Oil on Panel
Schneider Museum of Art and Sarah F. Burns Art Beyond Plein Air Painting EventSaturday, June 17, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join the Schneider Museum of Art and Sarah F. Burns for Art Beyond’s Plein Air Painting Event at Lithia Park. Paint outdoors throughout the day while engaging with the general public and sharing more about concepts and processes. Even more exciting, the first thirty artists who register will be invited to show one piece that was created at the event at the Crystal Ballroom at the Ashland Springs Hotel on Saturday and Sunday, June 24 and June 25.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
Roxanne Evans Stout, Pocket of Scraps, Mixed Media
Roxanne Evans Stout Pocket of ScrapsFlexible Dates and Times (Online Workshop)
Join Roxanne Evans Stout to learn more about collage making using scraps of paper and fabric. Choosing a variety of textures, colors, and materials, individuals will cover small pieces of paper that are small enough to fit into a personalized and decorative pocket.
For those who are interested in participating, please click here for more information.
