Rogue Gallery June 2016 Exhibits and Events
Be sure to check out this overview of Rogue Gallery June 2016 Exhibits and Events so you don’t miss out on the art exhibits you want to see & art events you want to participate in!
June 2016 Art Exhibits
Main Gallery Art Exhibit: Blending Poetry & Cloth: Studio Art Quilt Associates
June 3 – July 29, 2016
Reception Date: Friday, June 17, 5-8pm
This exciting fiber art show features thirty-three juried quilts from the Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) of the Oregon Region. SAQA member artists use color, texture and motion to blend poetic expression into intricate cloth creations. SAQA began in 1989 to represent fiber artists and to further quilting as an art form.
The Rogue Gallery & Art Center is proud to host Studio Art Quilt Associates, Oregon Region. Members of SAQA create fiber works of exceptional quality and originality. The theme of this exhibit is to blend poetic verse into a fiber work and reference the poem, song or quotation that was the source of inspiration. Displayed works demonstrate the artists’ mastery of the fiber medium, as well as the inventive ways they interpret their poetic inspirations. The quilts include abstract geometric patterns, lyrical landscapes, and playful storytelling. Quilts vary from the contemplative and meditative to others that are more playful and are energized with rhythmic movement. The addition of the poetic verse gives a greater depth and insight to the artwork.
Seventy Oregon members submitted work for this juried exhibit. Juror Patricia Clark, founder of Atelier 6000 Print Workshop in Bend, selected works which demonstrated not only the scope of artistic vision among Oregon’s SAQA members, but also the level of high achievement in the use of the medium.
Sponsored by People’s Bank of Commerce
An exhibit reception will be held on Friday, June 17, 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Wine, Rogue Creamery cheese, and Harry and David snacks will be served.
Community Gallery Art Exhibit: Melinda Whipplesmith Plank:
State of Jefferson Impressions of Glacier
June 4 – June 30, 2016
Reception Date: June 17, 5:00-8:00 pm
Woodblock prints by Northern California artist, Melinda Whipplesmith Plank. The artist captures the natural beauty of the State of Jefferson in woodblocks featuring rich colors and textures together with energetic lines.
Melinda Whipplesmith Plank uses the traditional technique of woodblock relief print to create images of the wilderness of Southern Oregon and Northern California. Reimiscient of the travel guides of the 1940’s, these woodblock prints portray the rustic, rich beauty of the region. Her use of color creates depth and illuminates the work. Woodblock relief printing requires the artist to carve images into the surface of a block of wood that is then inked for printing. The artist carves with the grain of the wood, frequently creating gouges and strong rough lines. Melinda’s carving into woodblocks recreates the texture of the bark of trees and the rugged wilderness. She describes printmaking as, “a medium which takes my ambition to perfect an image and laughs at me. It forces me to stretch; to simplify what I am trying to say, then twists it in directions which lead to delight, consternation, or dismay.”
Melinda Whipplesmith Plank has received awards as a printmaker. She has been an artist in residence at Lassen National Park and Glacier National Park. She resides in Etna, California.
A reception will be held on Friday, June 17, 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Wine from Valley View Winery, Rogue Creamery cheese, and Harry and David snacks will be served.
The Rogue Gallery & Art Center is a non-profit community art center, founded in 1960 to promote and support the arts in the Rogue Valley. The center exhibits a wide range of artistic styles and mediums from local and national artists. Programming includes art educational opportunities for children and adults. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 pm Call (541)772-8118 for more info or visit www.roguegallery.org.
June 2016 Art Events
Make Art this Summer!
Two exciting camps this month for young aspiring artists:
Clay Discovery, June 14-17
Printmaking Extravaganza, June 28-July 1
For camp descriptions and additional fun youth art camps, visit http://roguegallery.org/art_kids.html
We have partial scholarships available for youth art camps, to apply please visit http://roguegallery.org/scholarships.html
Rogue Studio Life Drawing Sessions
Rogue Studio Life Drawing Sessions start this month.
Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm
June 21-July 26
Drop-in rate for one session is $10 or sign up for all six sessions for just $45!
For more adult art classes, visit http://roguegallery.org/adult_classes.html
ROGUE GALLERY CALLS TO ARTISTS
Rogue Gallery is accepting submissions for our 2017 Community Gallery and Berryman Gallery. Deadline for submissions for both galleries is June 14, 2016. For complete guidelines please see our website.
Abstract Expressionism: Celebrating 70 years of Throwing Paint. All Rogue Gallery Members are invited to bring one piece for this non-juried exhibit. Details available on our website. Drop-off during gallery hours on June 30, July 1 or 2.
The Rogue Gallery & Art Center is a non-profit community art center, founded in 1960 to promote and support the arts in the Rogue Valley. The center exhibits a wide range of artistic styles and mediums from local and national artists. Programming includes art educational opportunities for children and adults. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Call (541)772-8118 for more info or visit www.roguegallery.org.
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