“Guardians: Spirits of Protection” is a poignant exploration of the creative relationship between tragedy and design. Now, you can view this magnificent piece at the UC Davis Design Museum through April 24. The installation showcases a series of sculptures created by design professor emerita Ann Savageau. She crafted them from objects and flotsam that washed […]
The Pence Gallery’s Slice exhibit, now in its tenth year, is open to all artists residing in California. This year, artist, writer, and curator Chris Daubert will serve as Juror. The exhibit showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Work may be in any medium except for […]
Tinderbox: Water in the West includes a series of ceramic diptychs by Bay Area sculptor Jeff Downing that address the critical water shortage affecting the natural habitats of the Western United States. Downing's paired sculptures feature imagery symbolic of the severe drought conditions in our region that are exacerbated by the overuse of available […]
Artist Viola Frey (1933-2004) played a huge role in the Bay Area’s historic ceramic revolution. Her legacy has continued to thrive at California College of the Arts. This exhibition pays tribute to the innovation and experimentation she fostered as head of CCA's ceramics studio. Includes a sculpture by alumni Peter Voulkos and Robert Arneson. Also […]
Under the guidance of artist Misuk Goltz, artists familiar with the basics of sketching and watercolor painting will explore how to draw and paint the structure, features, and shadows of the face. Participants will learn from hands-on demonstrations and working from a live model. No portrait experience is necessary. This is a six-session workshop. […]
Help reinvigorate Putah Creek Council’s Lake Solano Park (LSP) Docent Program by becoming a docent! Join us for the first of a series of training sessions at the LSP Nature Center. Putah Creek Council is looking for nature-minded volunteers to bring their knowledge and skills to help create and present activities for LSP visitors. In […]
In-person plant sales are back for members! While the nursery is under construction, the Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden invite their members, and members of the Davis Botanical Society, to shop an incredible selection of low-water, easy-care plants perfect for our region. Not a member? No problem! Join the Friends online, at […]
Try some of our award-winning, limited-edition wines and reserve select wines directly from the barrel. Through a personal rundown from the winery owner, learn about how each wine was delicately crafted right here in Davis. We will serve the wines with a beautifully assorted charcuterie board of local and international cheeses, salami, and our estate-grown […]
Art History Lecture Series: Dr. Letha Ch’ien (via Zoom) Is it Ok to Still Like it? Racism, Art, & the Museum Join us for the final talk in our free, virtual Art History Lecture Series on April 9th! Dr. Letha Ch’ien, Assistant Professor of Art History at Sonoma State University, looks at how museums […]
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