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
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PENCE GALLERY. It’s time for our annual non-juried exhibit to highlight the talent of our community’s artists! Participants can win the Curator’s Choice award, or they can win the Public Choice award, chosen by viewers who vote when visiting the exhibit at the gallery. 11:30a—5p. Free
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PENCE GALLERY. Slice celebrates the diversity of expression in our region with an array of sculpture, prints, paintings, and photography created by 36 visual artists. Representing a ‘slice’ of work fresh from the studio produced by new and established artists working in the state, this annual juried exhibit has quickly gained a reputation for displaying innovative and thought-provoking work. This year’s juror is Gioia Fonda, a dedicated member of the Sacramento art community and a tenured professor of art at Sacramento City College. 11:30a—5p. Free
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PENCE GALLERY. Mirabel Wigon’s Earth Stars brings together her expansive new series of botanical inspired paintings. Working in oil and acrylic on canvas, her paintings have an illustrative quality, immersing the viewer in imaginative worlds where flora works in tandem with geometric forms. The surreal nature of her paintings is augmented by the use of augmented reality technology, in which viewers can see forms take 3D form. 11:30a—5p. Free
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PENCE GALLERY. In this 6-week course, artist Misuk Goltz will guide you through essential watercolor techniques to help you paint your favorite subjects more expressively. Sessions will cover choosing inspiring subjects and methods for creating colors, textures, and values to elevate your art. 10a—12p. $195—215
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PENCE GALLERY. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. Use your imagination to bring your favorite animal to life! Transform cardboard, various papers, pom poms, yarn, and more into a lively and colorful animal marionette. Drop-in program for ages 5-12. 1p—3p. $5—10
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PENCE GALLERY. Students will learn how to design for relief printing, transfer the design to the block, use various types of ink, and create single prints and repeating patterns on paper and fabric. Also learn tips and techniques for collaging paper prints and securing fabric printed patches to garments. For ages 12+; register at pencegallery.org. 10a—1:30p. $115—125
$115 – $125
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PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22
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PENCE GALLERY. Embark on a unique adventure to transform ordinary household recycling, kitchen waste, and foraged botanicals into textured handmade paper that tells a compelling story. By the time you leave, you’ll have 8 to 10 handmade papers, a blueprint for your own home studio, and the confidence to keep creating. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2p. $115—125
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PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22
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PENCE GALLERY. With instructor Katherine Klein, learn classic embroidery stitches (straight stitch, back stitch, french knots, chain stitch, satin stitch) to create a unique floral design on a Pence Gallery canvas tote. Each participant will receive a tote bag that features the Pence building and logo. For ages 12+; no prior embroidery experience necessary. Register at pencegallery.org. 1p—4p. $25—40
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