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Art du Jour November Exhibits

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March 2022 Art Exhibits

Art Presence March 2022 art exhibits open Friday, March 4, with a reception for our Guest Artist, Jerrold Simon, on Saturday, March 5, from 1–3 pm.

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GPMA September News

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September 2021 eNews

The museum enjoys varying responses from its visitors. Here are a few examples:

I was with a friend the other day and she told me that she had been to the museum to see our latest exhibit. “Why didn’t you come and see me? I asked. She replied, “You know – it was so peaceful and the art was so wonderful, I really didn’t want to talk.”

Yesterday a couple was here and they had lots of questions. It turns out they thought Gallery One was the museum. (That is a common response from people who say, “we didn’t know you were here.”) They stayed a long time and had an interesting conversation with Kristen about various books in our library.

Today, our current exhibit artist, Ilene, brought some of her friends to see the exhibit and it was wonderful to hear her talk about each

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Art du Jour Gallery July 2021 Featured Artists

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April Ashland Gallery Exhibits

Happy Spring!We’re excited to share with you a diverse array of wonderful artwork created by our very talented artists. Don’t forget to visit their websites either! Many are open and offering appointments. Please 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 April Spotlight Artists. Thank you so much for your endless support!

Art & Soul GalleryBranded by Oregon, Watercolors by Betty Barss “Branded,” Watercolor by Betty Barss

Branded by Oregon is a reflection in watercolors by Betty Barss. Having lived in Oregon for over 47 years, Betty feels the irresistible influence of the landscapes, the plants, and the wildlife on a daily basis.

Friday, April 2, 2021, Art & Soul Gallery will offer an opening reception from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. with appointments available at 30

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GPMA February 2021 News

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Welcome to GPMA February 2021 News Letter!Below you will find an exciting invitation to our first ever “Virtual Black, White, & the Blues.” This signature fund raising gala was started in 1988 and we didn’t want to miss having it in 2021. The funds we raise at the event help sustain us throughout the year. This year it has to be virtual. We have lined up an hour of fun. We hope you will join us. You can click below to find out more, RSVP (the event is free this year), and even donate. Soon, you will also be able to preview the art and packages in the auction. AND, because it’s virtual, you can invite friends and family from all around the world to join you. We look forward to the event. AND In more GPMA February 2021 news … The museum is finally open!Thursday and Friday from

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February Ashland Art Exhibits

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We’re excited to share with you a diverse array of wonderful artwork created by our very talented artists. Don’t forget to visit their websites either! Many are open and offering appointments. Please visit our website for links to our member galleries and artist websites, and to view the online version of the 2020 Ashland Gallery Guide. http://www.ashlandgalleries.com

Here is a sampling of our February Ashland art exhibits in addition to a couple of wonderful creative opportunities!

Thank you so much for your endless support!

Hanson Howard Gallery Novellas :: Narrative Art by Women for Women’s History Month Stacey Dressen McQueen, “If Only,” Acrylic on Paper

Historically, women are often known as the storytellers, bringing to life wisdom, histories, dreams, and futures throughout time and across cultures. Therefore, to celebrate this tradition, Hanson Howard Gallery is handing over their space to a group of talented women artists who use

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Ashland Gallery Assn August Exhibits

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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

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Open Calls for Art- Hood River’s Columbia Center for the Arts 2020 Exhibitions

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CCA’s mailing address is: 215 Cascade Avenue PO Box 1543 Hood River, Oregon 97031

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Artist Eva Thiemann Announces Two Shows

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Eva Thiemann Announces Two Shows

Artist Eva Thiemann, best known for her dreamy semi-abstract oil paintings of Alaskan bears and, more recently, owls, announces two shows in southern Oregon this fall.

At Bella Fiore Winery, Eva exhibits paintings of bears and owls through September 2018. Bella Fiore is located at 100 Belle Fiore Lane (Formerly 955 Dead Indian Memorial Road), Ashland, OR 97520.

At Rogue Gallery & Art Center, see several of Thiemann’s paintings of owls, on exhibit until November 2018.