MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hollowell is a rising star in the art world, known primarily for paintings & drawings that map the body through figuration & abstraction. Exhibit features soft pastel drawings. On view until May 8, 2023.
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. First-generation art faculty member & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Roy De Forest (1930-2007) is beloved for his colorful narrative figurative paintings, drawings & prints. Exhibition on view until May 8, 2023.
UNIVERSITY MALL. Family-fun, interactive space of UFO legends, alien artifacts & the paranormal. Incl game room, dance parties & hands-on exhibits. Wed–Sun.
JAN 23 THRU APR 23. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Showcases the colorful & imaginative footwear created by Los Angeles-based shoe designer Chris Francis. His work combines global shoemaking traditions & techniques, with references to the built environment such as industrial design & brutalist architecture as well as 20th-century art movements & punk rock. Opening reception Jan 24 @ 6:30p. Gallery open weekdays, 12p–4p. Free
PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. An exhibit exploring the history, purpose, & meaning of the iconic UC Davis water towers through a series of historical photographs & rare items.
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
FEB 3 THRU APR 4. McDaniels is a visual artist, teacher, muralist, community activist. She is the founder & Executive Director of The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in Sacramento.
FEB 4 THRU MAR 3. LOGOS BOOKS. “A little bit of Davis, a lot of California," plein air & studio oil paintings. Fess-Uecker's work has been shown in numerous juried shows & in the galleries in the many states in which she has resided. She has a strong passion for color dynamics & continues to study color theory with oil painter & colorist Elio Camacho. ArtAbout reception.
JAN 6 THRU FEB 26. PENCE GALLERY. Features “tiny” works of art—modest-sized pieces limited to 5” x 7”. Various local & regional artists were invited to display their small but spectacular creations, including Valentina Arenas, Tamsen Armstrong, Karen Burns, Deziree Dizon, Jim Darke, and Amy Vidra, among many others. Their works are personal, intimate & brimming with the tiniest of details. Tues-Sun, 11:30a–5p. Closed Mondays. ArtAbout reception.
JAN 11 THRU FEB 25. JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. A Sacramento based artist, Higgins’ Impressionistic works draw viewers in through bright colors and exciting textures.
JAN 11 THRU FEB 26. JOHN NATSOULAS CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Showcases Bulwinkle’s mastery of color & form in both two & three dimensions throughout the last 5 decades. On display are a selection of his woodcuts & screen prints, including several from his time at the SF Art Institute. Bulwinkle’s flamboyant ceramic works from graduate school will also be featured, as well as papier-mache works that once decorated the walls of his iconic Manilla St. House, a towering steel assemblage sculpture built around a modest townhouse that became a landmark in Oakland from 1975–1991. Recent cut-steel works painted with colorful enamel will also be featured. In addition, Natsoulas presents “Freedumb,” a new 18-foot steel piece by Bulwinkle, installed on the gallery façade. Reception Jan. 13, 7p.
FEB 10 THRU APR 2. PENCE GALLERY. Each year, the California Art Club (est. 1909) holds a juried exhibition promoting artists who follow in the tradition of realism & craftsmanship established by the Club’s founders. This year, the Pence will display the Club’s juried exhibit of figurative paintings by select CAC artists, as juried by master painter Dan Schultz. Reception Feb 10.
UC DAVIS. Explore several biological collections, including: Arboretum & Public Garden; Bohart Museum of Entomology; Botanical Conservatory; California Raptor Ctr; Dept of Anthropology Museum; Ctr for Plant Diversity; Marine Invertebrate Collection; Museum of Wildlife & Fish Biology; Nematode Collection; Dept of Earth & Planetary Sciences Paleontology Collection; Phaff Yeast Culture Collection. 9a–4p. Free
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
UNIVERSITY MALL. Over 40 vintage, Fem, Anime, funko & crafts vendors. Updates & vendor applications on IG: @neighborhood.market530. 10a–5p
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Designers from Carrot House, Inc will talk about the making of their recent historically inspired virtual reality (VR) game Elsa’s Brew—a game that explores the history of medieval women healers who were persecuted as witches, designed for ages 12+. Get insight on unique development challenges of VR games & how to create games using Unreal Engine software. 1p–2:30p
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Based on the beloved 1970 Disney animated film, “The Aristocats,” and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score. Show runtime: 30 minutes (perfect for little ones!) $5-16
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION, UCD. One of the most meaningful games each season for the Aggies as they honor one of their former student-athletes, Genevieve Costello, who tragically passed away from breast cancer at the age of 26. All fans are encouraged to wear pink to the game. 3p. $6–$12.
UCD ARC BALLROOM. Honor the Chamber's incoming board chair, Mr. Corey Day, members-at-large & award winners. Dinner, photos, music & great company. 5p Cocktail hour, 6p dinner & reception. $150+
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Suitable for everyone ages 7 & up. 6p–9p. Free
MONDAVI CTR. ASUCD Entertainment Council presents their Annual Winter Concert. Features first generation artist inspired by her Indian heritage & elements of R&B, rock, soul, 60's jazz, & 2000's pop. Doors open 5:30p. Show begins 7p. $10
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Set in the French capital in the wake of World War II, An American in Paris tells the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl & an indomitable European city—each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict. Inspired by the Academy-Award winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George & Ira Gershwin & incredible dance sequences. The show’s timeless musical numbers include, “I Got Rhythm,” “The Man I Love,” “Shall We Dance,” & more. Fri & Sat 7:30p, Sun 2p. $9–$30
UNIVERSITY OF BEER. Every Sat. 9p. Free
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