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Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019–2022

MANETTI SHREM

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

Free

Spring into Glass

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. “Spring into Glass” celebrates the rich tapestry of glass craftsmanship created by the northern California glass community. You will see sculpture, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, lampworking, jewelry making, cast glass. The artists include current Artery members, former members, and esteemed guest artists.

Free
Ongoing

Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

The Pence’s Slice exhibit, now in its 12th year, is open for submission by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art.

$30 – $35

Innovation in Art Competition

2106 Gallagher Hall 540 Alumni Lane, Davis

2106 GALLAGHER HALL. Calling all creatives: We’ve renovated our office and are looking for art that reflects our values and challenges us to think broadly about the work we do at the Mike and Renee Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The competition's theme is "What does innovation look like to you?" Submission link on calendar.

Free

Women’s Work

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Women artists have long used humor and satire to critique the unequal treatment of women, in areas from reproductive rights to their depiction in the media. Women’s Work is a sampling of contemporary sculpture and paintings by thirteen artists who redefine gender and femininity through their art. Free

Free

Call to Artists – Night Market at the Pence

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Open call for artists ages 16-25 to join the Night Market pop-up! Art ranging from prints, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, & more. Free Application. $25/accepted artists.

Free

Seeking local Artist

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

GALLERY 1885. This local gallery managed by the Davis Cemetery District invites local artists to display their work. For more information, or to request a spot on our calendar, please email Judy Fisher at judy@daviscemetery.org. Free

Free

Renewal: Paintings by Inga Poslitur

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Inga Poslitur’s new series of oil paintings capture flowering plants in natural environments, as well as in lovely arrangements of bouquets in domestic settings. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free
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From Photo Repatriation to Totem Pole Rematriation: Developing the Work of Tsimshian Photographer B.A. Haldane

Gorman Museum of Native American Art, UC Davis 181 Old Davis Road, Davis

GORMAN MUSEUM. This discussion highlights the main developments of a twenty-year research project focused on the images produced by 19th Century photographer B.A. (Benjamin Alfred) Haldane. Hosted by Sm Łoodm ‘Nüüsm (Dr. Mique’l Dangeli) is of the Tsimshian Nation of Metlakatla, Alaska. All are welcome to attend! 3p—5p. Free

Free

From Photo Repatriation to Totem Pole Rematriation: Developing the Work of Tsimshian Photographer B.A. Haldane through Community-Based Research

Gorman Museum of Native American Art, UC Davis 181 Old Davis Road, Davis

This discussion highlights the main developments of a twenty-year research project focused on the images produced by 19th Century photographer B.A. (Benjamin Alfred) Haldane. B.A. (1874-1941) was proud member of the Laxgyibuu (wolf clan) of the Tsimshian Nation of Metlakatla, Alaska. One of the earliest professional Indigenous photographers in North America, he opened a Victorian-style […]

Free

SENSATIONAL

Secret Spot 117 D Street, Davis

SECRET SPOT. Live painting, music, community mural & so much more! An event for all the senses. 5p-9p. Free

Free

2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Dave van Hulsteyn

Logos Books 513 2nd Street, Davis

LOGOS BOOKS. Meet the photographer and view his work: photographs of older signage and buildings in Sacramento, the Bay Area, the Central Valley, Los Angeles and New York. 6p—8p. Free

Free

Pence Gallery 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy complimentary wine & take your time viewing our three exhibits: Women's Work, Renewal: Paintings by Inga Poslitur, and Photography by Jacob Brody. 6p—9p. Free

Free
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