Work of John Lisle on display
LOGOS BOOKS. Stunning photography and introspective haiku merge into a thoughtful melange of art and ideas. Free
Connecting the arts, fostering collaboration and building community.
Calendar courtesy of The Dirt.
There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:
Davis Enterprise | UC Davis Arts & Entertainment | YoloArts | Visit Yolo
LOGOS BOOKS. Stunning photography and introspective haiku merge into a thoughtful melange of art and ideas. Free
THE ARTERY. Susan Stoll and Stargaard Art explore the theme of reflections, both in nature & through art. Don’t miss this fascinating artistic dialogue between nature’s reflecting images & the mirrored sculptural surfaces. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Dave Webb’s, the grateful chair installation in the Pence Gallery. Images portray a journey from diagnosis to remission. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Paul Hermann: Within the Chrysalis installation. Explorations of the human identity & its complexity. 11:30a—5p. Free
Alejandro Rubio’s The Green Man & Other Tales installation. Inspiration from growing up in South America. 11:30a—5p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. We have transformed a Unitrans bus into a mobile museum that is making its debut at the Davis Farmers Market! Whether you’re an experienced artist or just love to doodle, we welcome everyone’s creativity. Come paint or draw your perspective of Davis, and your work will become a permanent part of the ASUCD Moo-vin’ Moo-seum’s inaugural exhibition! 9a—12p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Nude model figure drawing. All skill levels welcomed & encouraged, ages 18+. 6:30p—9p. $15-$22
PENCE GALLERY. 6-session healing through grief with art. Comforting, safe, & healing environment. 10a—11:45a. $25-$35
PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy the numerous works in the Pence Gallery with free entrance. Wine will be available & the gift shop will be open! 6p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Watercolor painters are invited to join this 6-week workshop where they will learn the steps of constructing journal pages with artist Misuk Goltz. Please note that minimal watercolor painting experience is required to join this workshop. 10a—12p. $180 members, $190 non-members
MARY L. STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Susan Lord Bovey shares her experience storm chasing & the photos from those experiences. 7:10p—8:45p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Halloween-themed family art! Introduces children ages 5-12 to art in a fun & festive way. 1p—3p. $4–$8
PENCE GALLERY. Part of the Pence’s Healing Arts Program and run by facilitator Amy Vidra, this one-time, 90-minute art workshop focuses more broadly on a theme related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Participants must be 18 or older, and no art experience is necessary. 2p—3:30p. $5-$10
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Eungie Joo’s artist talk for her new artist residency in the Manetti Shrem Museum. 4:30—6p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. 6:30p—9p. $15-$22
DAVIS ART CENTER. Experiment with an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild! 5p—6:30p. $10/person
PENCE GALLERY. Dave Webb discusses “The Grateful Chair”, expanding upon how art functioned both as a form of reflection & self-expression during his wife’s treatment for cancer. 2p-3:30p. $10 donation suggested
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Zumba movements incorporates high- and low-intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. 6p—7p. Free
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Zumba movements incorporates high- and low-intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. 6p—7p. Free
We are excited to announce our Open House on October 30th! 🏡🎉🎨 This is a great chance to check out the renovated building and new studio rooms, meet the Teaching Artists, and get arty with a number of fun crafts. We hope to see you...
PITZER CENTER. Sakurako Kanemitsu on piano featuring paintings by Peter London and music by Ryan Suleiman (Ph.D. music ’20). 12p—1p. Free
THE ARTERY. This vibrant exhibit features the wood creations of Tom Babb and Jay Schreider. Rebecca Le-Babb displays her dried flower. Linda Bird’s glass artistry is also part of this exhibit.
PENCE GALLERY. This exhibition aims to explore the evolving relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence by pitting people not only against each other but also against AI-generated work from that of an AI personality. $100 prize. 6p—10p. Free
DAVIS CEMETERY. This celebration is one of the last Mesoamerican indigenous influenced rituals, honoring mother earth and all ancestors. It’s an effort to create a community, a sense of belonging, and global awareness of cultural richness in our multicultural society. The event will feature live music, sugar skull painting, face painting, local artist displays, food, and more. 10a—1p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Alejandro Rubio will share about his life & work at this artist talk! His work will be on display from October 4th – November 30th. 2p—3:30p. Free