Wednesday 13 April 2011

Celebration of Creativity!

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." Pablo Picasso

Step beyond the typical art exhibit to celebrate life long learning in the arts with
creative work by artists 5 to 85 years old! This lively exhibit includes
 photography, 
life 
drawing,
 graphic design, portraits, 
painting,
 art quilts,

 basketry,
 collage, 
sculpture
 and 
more.
.
.plus
 poetry,

 writing, 
and 
interactive
 installations.


All of us have a creative spark; those who reach out to cultivate and support this in others are to be honored. This exhibit brings together a diverse set of work to explore "art learning", with Teacher/Artists who share their talents at the heart of this special celebration.

Opening Artist reception is May 14th... 3 to 5pm is especially for families, 5 to 8pm with wine & edibles. Backroom Studio is on-going through the exhibit offering the chance to "stick a hand into art"... Day of the Word on May 21 will include poetry workshop and readings. Exhibit runs through Memorial Weekend. Historic Odd Fellows is at the corner of Kasten & Ukiah Streets in Mendocino Village, one block up from Main Street. For More Information: 937-2486.

Thursday 7 April 2011

ART FROM BEYOND...April Exhibit

A rich and lively show by 15 artists from inland Mendocino County features assemblage, painting, ceramics, painted furniture, sculpture, photography and more is now at Open-Door-Arts @ Odd Fellows.

Susan Spencer organized this unique show even as she opened a new venture, The Beat Gallery in Ukiah.

Opening party is April 9th from 5-8pm. The exhibit is open daily except Tuesday from 11 to 5.