Joseph Bellacera: The Matter of Light
THRU FEB 2. PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. Free
Free
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12 events,
Gallery 1855 January Art Exhibit Featuring the work of Brey Harris-Hill
GALLERY 1855. The gallery is located on the grounds of The Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road. 8a–3p. Free
Free
The Artery’s 50th Anniversary Show
JAN 5 – JAN 29. THE ARTERY. The Artery is one of the oldest cooperate art organizations in California & they are proud to share their exciting new show including 9 previous members & 29 current members. Woodwork, ceramics, paintings, photography, fiber art, gourds, jewelry – highlighting the breadth of creativity offered by The Artery. Free
Free
Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In
PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free
Free
Christina Kent: Day to Night
PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects. 6p—9p. Free, $10 donation suggested
Free
Judi Eppele Exhibition
THRU FEB 29. GALLERY 1855. Eppele works with acrylic paint, incorporating nature themes throughout her works as a nod to her Environmental Science and Management degree from UCD. Free
Free
STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons
UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition explores racism through cartoons, showcasing the work of pioneering father/daughter cartoonists the late Brumsic Brandon, Jr. & Barbara Brandon-Croft who chronicled the nation’s cultural landscape in their comic strips through the lens of racism. 12p–4p. Free
Free
Quick Painting Workshop with Chris Leib
PENCE GALLERY. Under the guidance of artist Chris Leib, students will learn basic quick painting techniques in oil paint, brush handling, and the ability to edit and improve their work. Participants will be guided through the daunting task of completing a painting and turning it into a loved exercise in creative practice. 10a—3p. $195—220
$195 – $220
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Winter Season Celebration
Winter Season Celebration
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Celebration of Ahmadi’s new exhibition & conversation between Ahmadi, Professor Emeritus Malaquias Montoya & Marcos Ramírez ERRE, moderated by Abram Jackson, director of interpretation for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. 3p–5:30p. Free
Free
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Jewelry Making & Pyrography Demonstration
Jewelry Making & Pyrography Demonstration
THE ARTERY. Demonstration of sea glass jewelry making by Kathleen Samson and pyrography on gourd by Louise Bezark. 11:30a—3p. Free
Free
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The Artery’s 50th Anniversary Store Demonstrations
The Artery’s 50th Anniversary Store Demonstrations
THE ARTERY. Store demonstration Louise Bezark – Gourds & Kathleen Samson: Sea Glass Jewelry. 11:30a–3p. Free
Free
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
$5
7 events,
The California Studio Artist Lecture: Josiah McElheny
The California Studio Artist Lecture: Josiah McElheny
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hear from an expert glassblower whose installations, sculpture, paintings & films engage with the history of his medium & the history of ideas. 4:30p. Free
Free
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Artist Workshop with Stephanie Peel
Artist Workshop with Stephanie Peel
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Pull on your most paint-splattered shirt & join Sudwerk’s featured artist Stephanie Peel for a night of art and beer! 6p–8p. Free
Free
6 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
7 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
Working in a Series with Abstract Collage with Sara Post
PENCE GALLERY. Dive into the world of abstraction through collaged multiples. Students will explore how to draw, print and paint on papers and use them to construct a series of abstract works, looking closely at how the placement of line, shape and color on a surface can create strong inter-related abstractions. Students will learn techniques for creating their own papers, ways to cut, tear and adhere papers to a surface, strategies and materials for sealing finished works and ideas for presentation. 10a—3:30p. $340—360
$340 – $360
9 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
$5
8 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
9 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
10 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
11 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
16 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments
PENCE GALLERY. Fragments highlights recent paintings, collages, and drawings of Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee. Both have recently retired from teaching at UC Davis, having spent more than 20 years teaching art, in addition to maintaining busy studio practices. Despite the differences between their respective work, they each approach their practice with the intent of layering or fragmenting multiple points of view or perspectives. Free
Free
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2nd Friday ArtAbout
2nd Friday ArtAbout
PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy some wine while browsing art exhibits & gift store. Featured exhibits include Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments, Christina Kent: Day to Night, and Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In. 6p—9p. Free
Free
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Second Friday HeART About
Second Friday HeART About
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Lovers of dance and art of all ages are welcome to stop by for some short performances including dances by the PTDT dancers, art by local artists Hala Alsaid, Sarah Clanton, Taylor Herrera, and Kelly Petkov, take a free class to learn a dance to Nat King Cole’s L-O-V-E, make a valentine, and enjoy light snacks! 5p—7p. Free
Free
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2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Misuk Goltz’s watercolor workshop participants
2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Misuk Goltz’s watercolor workshop participants
LOGOS BOOKS. Engaging in this artistic journey has also brought joy, inspiration, motivation, and genuine friendship to these students. This exhibit serves to showcase each student’s growth and development. Artists in this exhibit include: Jan Bartz, Francis Burke, Carrie Ceniseroz, Devi Eden, Misuk Goltz (teacher), Lori Hamasaki, Mary Moxley, Kayoko Nishi, Kim Olson, Diana Orhun, Barbara Smithson, Olga Taran, Lorie Topinka, and Eydie Tumer. 5p—8p. Free
Free
15 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
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Art History Lecture Series: Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau (via Zoom)
Art History Lecture Series: Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau (via Zoom)
ZOOM (PENCE GALLERY). Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau, Adjunct Curator of Asian Art at the Crocker Art Museum, explores the installation Black & Gold: Traditional and Contemporary Japanese and Chinese Ceramics, on view through Fall 2024. Must register online. 1p—2p. Free, suggested donation $10
Free
16 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
$5
16 events,
“Complementary” Mixed Media & Jewelry
THE ARTERY. Complementary, Mixed Media and Jewelry by Schorré Chevalier Oldham’s shows yearlong experiment with color. The focus of the show is Project 365, where she created a work of art on a 4×4-inch piece of paper every day of 2023. Plus other pieces & jewelry inspired by her immersion in color. Free
Free
17 events,
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Photography Club of Davis
Photography Club of Davis
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Guest speaker Alessandra Chaves, a Davis resident & taxonomy scientist, presents some of her black & white botanical images & a short demonstration of the techniques she uses in her photography. Alessandra emphasizes form, shape, patterns & light. 7:10p–8:45p. Free
Free
17 events,
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Teen Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating
Teen Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating
DIXON LIBRARY. After school, come & decorate free Valentine’s Day cookies with your favorite toppings to make them even tastier! This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. 3p—4p. Free
Free
16 events,
17 events,
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“Sweet To Me” Backyard Art Show
“Sweet To Me” Backyard Art Show
TURTLE HOUSE. Turtle House & The Boneyard introduce their collaborative Valentine’s Day art show! View artwork from 15+ local artists, vendors & live music! Organized by Cassidy Ruiz, local artist & creator of The Boneyard art-show series. 3p–8p. Free
Free
17 events,
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Should I Make Art? with Terri Bianco
Should I Make Art? with Terri Bianco
PENCE GALLERY. Learn the basics of tackling the challenges of art making, regardless of the medium, with experienced art coaches. 10a—2p. $90-$105.
$90 – $105
17 events,
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
$5
16 events,
16 events,
16 events,
16 events,
18 events,
Templeton Colloquium 2024: Moving Things, Making Ideas: China-Inspired Objects & International Trade
Templeton Colloquium 2024: Moving Things, Making Ideas: China-Inspired Objects & International Trade
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Explore the influence of Chinese art & aesthetics on European and East Asian societies. 4p. Free
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Healing Arts Workshop (6-Sessions)
Healing Arts Workshop (6-Sessions)
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space in the Pence Learning Center under the guidance of facilitators Amy Vidra and Lyndsey Rocca. Limited to the first 8 participants who register. 10a—11:45a. Free
Free
18 events,
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Reception: 50th Anniversary Contemporary California Native Art
Reception: 50th Anniversary Contemporary California Native Art
GORMAN MUSEUM. Tour the new museum, catch the final day of the inaugural exhibition, and hear from two celebrated California Native artists—Lyn Risling (Karuk, Yurok and Hupa), a painter who expresses her perspective on cultural continuum through traditional and contemporary experiences, and Gerald Clarke (Cahuilla), who works in diverse media from sculpture and painting to performance. 2p—5p. Free
Free
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Celebration of Indonesian Diaspora with Gamelan Sekar Jaya
Celebration of Indonesian Diaspora with Gamelan Sekar Jaya
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Join is for a day-long celebration of Indonesian culture with Gamelan Sekar Jaya, including two hands-on workshops for families and an evening concert of Balinese music and dance. Each activity has its own registration event page. 3p—8:30p. $10
$10
18 events,
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Art in Action: Fanciful Fairy Houses
Art in Action: Fanciful Fairy Houses
PENCE GALLERY. Fashion your own fairy home! Create a magical fairy hideaway using a variety of decorative and natural materials, including tree trunk slices, moss, acorns, pinecones, roses, wooden mushrooms, flowers, and more. 1p—3p. $4—8
$4 – $8
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5
$5
15 events,
14 events,
14 events,
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Art of Athletes
Art of Athletes
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. In this 15th year of the show, you can explore the artwork of student-athletes across 25 teams featuring different artistic mediums, meet many of the artists, & make art of your own. 6p–7:30p. Free
Free
12 events,
11 events,
Painting with Fabric and Thread
THE ARTERY. March is fiber month with a vibrant display of creativity. This show displays an amazing artistic range—abstract, realism, florals, landscapes, quilting, embroidery, silk painting. Free
Free
Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces
PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius’ new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. The quiet presence of man is often seen in small intrusions such as power lines and roads. 11:30a—5p. Free
Free
10 events,