THRU JUNE 2024. MANETTI SHREM. The artist’s first solo museum exhibition in California since 1996, P.S. These are not horses surveys Butterfield’s career from her most recent wildfire sculptures to rarely seen ceramics made while a student at UC Davis. Free
THRU JAN 14. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This exhibition portrays abstraction as a way to rethink our inherited modes of communication & interpretation of visual art. Consider how these recent paintings offer a platform for meaningful questions around race, gender, sexuality & the visual. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Applications are open for the Emerging Artist Award 2024. This $4000 award supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January 2025. $25—30
THRU JUNE 2024. MANETTI SHREM. Eggert uses language & time as her mediums, playing with our experience of time, using the effects of neon signage. Free
THRU FEB 2. PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera has created several series of work that reflect his interest in changing light into matter, & matter into light. Free
THRU JAN 30. GALLERY 625. The hidden talents of 11 yolo county employees will be featured in the end-of-the-year art show Gallery 625 in Woodland. Responding to a call for art sent to Yolo County employees, these civil servants responded with artistic expressions created in their "other lives." Free
GALLERY 1855. The gallery is located on the grounds of The Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road. 8a–3p. Free
JAN 4–JUNE 16. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Engage in collective speculation on the transformative nature of fire & the ways it can change the materiality of California’s landscapes. Through interactive displays & inquiry, visitors can explore the future of fire in the Golden State. Free
JAN 5 – JAN 29. THE ARTERY. The Artery is one of the oldest cooperate art organizations in California & they are proud to share their exciting new show including 9 previous members & 29 current members. Woodwork, ceramics, paintings, photography, fiber art, gourds, jewelry – highlighting the breadth of creativity offered by The Artery. Free
THRU FEB 23. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Exhibition examining the unique sculptural perspectives of eight distinctive figurative artists. Diverse materials, scale, & imagery highlight how each sculptor approaches humanist subjects to reveal their inner worlds. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects. 6p—9p. Free, $10 donation suggested
PENCE GALLERY. Join artist Jacob Brody for an insightful 5-session class that will teach you how to use your digital camera and editing software to create a personal body of work. 10:30a—12:30p. $150 Members, $160 Non-Members
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
MONDAVI CTR. Renée invites leading local scientists, physicians, & practitioners to join her, offering illuminating discussions & sharing the latest findings about this growing field with communities where she performs. Purchase tickets online. 4p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. View portraits of insects found in the North Davis Channel. Snyder documented insect behavior & interactions on their host plants. He is grateful to the UC Davis Bohart Museum of Entomology for the frequent assistance of its remarkable staff and associates. Snyder will be available to share about his experience. 5p–7:30p. Free
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Learn how to prepare a hearty seasonal salad & vinaigrette alongside Instructor Alison. 5:30p–7:30p. Free
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Visit the Pence and other venues in Downtown Davis for the 2nd Friday artwalk. We will have printed ArtAbout guides available that week. Follow the 2nd Friday ArtAbout Facebook page for more information. 6p–9p. Free
THE ARTERY. Join for this joyous celebration with the music of Fuzzy Dice – Heidi Bekebrede & Diana Craig, fine wine, & good eats. 6p–9p. Free
E STREET PLAZA. Performing free sets of Big Band, Swing, & Latin jazz. Bring your dancing shoes! 6p–9p. Free
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. The meeting will include a showing, discussion, and audience critique of member-submitted images. Some images that need work and "before" and "after" images will be included. Discussion and critique is designed to be friendly and constructive. 7:10p—8:45p. Free
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