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Contained: The Art of Stillness

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. With a spiritual leaning that bridges Eastern and Western philosophy, each piece in this exhibition contains heart and soul. Art reflects life…a return to decades long practices of meditation, silence and contemplation are reflected in this collection. Between 3D sculptures and framed pieces, it is Louise’s desire that the viewer remember a bit of peace and stillness as they stop into the gallery in the new year.

Free
Ongoing

Jordan Hayes: The Little Things

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Jordan Hayes is a figurative painter whose recent work centers on portraying objects with underlying stories and deeper meanings. Her figures engage with these items in quiet scenes, featuring dramatic lighting, eye-catching hues, and attention to detail, to provoke a greater appreciation for life’s subtleties. Free

Free

Stephen Giannetti: All In

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Stephen Giannetti has explored the grid and the circle in various media over his 30-year career. Early in his career, he pioneered a new mode of approaching the modernist grid. For the past 15 years, Giannetti has adapted his method of hand-painting with traditional oil paint to the more contemporary application of acrylic spray paint. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Bussie Parker Kehoe: A Curious Garden

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. The artist painstakingly pours discarded household paint into stacks of colorful circles, celebrating found materials in unusual ways. Kehoe views her work as reminiscent of the patterned Korean textiles from her youth, creating a lively ‘quilt’ full of texture and movement that seems to escape from its base. 

Free

Short Story: Writing the First Draft

512 gibson road 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THE BARN GALLERY. Group reaching sessions for The Best American Short Stories of 2024, with writing prompts and encouragement. Learn to get your own writing on the page. 6:30p—8p. $348.65

$348.65

Free Youth Art Open Studio

512 gibson road 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

BARN STUDIO. Bring your under 5 little ones to explore their artistic side and get messy at the Barn Studio! Every Wednesday, arts activity stations will be available for you and your mini to discover together that encourage materials exploration and develop motor skills. Advance registration encouraged. 10a—11:30a. Free

Free

Brenda Mallory: In the Absence of Instruction

Gorman Museum of Native American Art, UC Davis 181 Old Davis Road, Davis

GORMAN MUSEUM. Solo exhibition, Brenda Mallory includes prints, multi-media and installation artworks to consider the complex relationships and structures of power & identity. 11a-5p. Free

Free

Bussie Parker Kehoe: A Curious Garden

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. The artist painstakingly pours discarded household paint into stacks of colorful circles, celebrating found materials in unusual ways. Kehoe views her work as reminiscent of the patterned Korean textiles from her youth, creating a lively ‘quilt’ full of texture and movement that seems to escape from its base. 

Free

Senior Open Studio

512 gibson road 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THE BARN STUDIO. Sessions designed to foster creativity and encourage experimentation in an atmosphere of cultural exchange, conversation, encouragement, and freedom of expression. This session does not have formal instruction. Bring your own materials and supplies. 2:30—4:30p. Free

Free

Free Open Studios (ages 14+)

512 gibson road 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THE BARN STUDIO. Explore your creativity and connect with fellow artists in a relaxed, supportive environment! Artists of all levels are invited to bring their materials and works in progress. Each session concludes with a 15-30 minute group constructive critique, offering personalized feedback on your projects from other artists and creatives. 5:30p—8p. Free

Free

Photography Club of Davis

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library Blanchard Room 315 E 14th St, Davis

MARY L. STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. The photography club of UC Davis will meet to critique images produced by members of the club. 7:10p—8:45p. Free

Free