Alicia Eggert: This Present Moment, 2019–2022
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
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Shiva Ahmadi: Strands of Resilience
JAN 28-MAY 6. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. UCD Professor of Art Shiva Ahmadi uses painting as a form of storytelling, combining luminous colors & mystical beings with violent imagery to draw attention to global issues of migration, war & brutality against marginalized peoples while featuring the female figure. Free
Free
Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024
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
Creative Learning with Clay
THE ARTERY. Under Willett Elementary School teacher's Judy Catambay’s guidance, students discover their artistic voices as they turn clay into art. The lessons in clay spark their curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. Their work—and Catambays—is on display.
Free
Innovation in Art Competition
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. 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 for Community Input – Davis Cemetery District Permanent COVID-19 Memorial
DAVIS CEMETERY. Community input is needed for a beautiful Covid-19 memorial located at the cemetery. Fill out a brief survey on the Davis Cemetery website. Free
Call to Artists – Night Market at the Pence
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
8 events,
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
PENCE GALLERY. This 4-session class challenges watercolor painters who enjoy experimenting with colors. By using a limited number of colors, students will explore how mixing and choosing certain colors will produce more harmonious paintings with different moods. 10:3oa—1p. $140-150
$140 – $150
7 events,
8 events,
Davis Feminist Film Festival 2024
Davis Feminist Film Festival 2024
MANETTI SHREM MUSIEM. Screening sixteen short films that celebrate this year's theme: OUT/LIVE. A limited number of commemorative totes and audience prizes will be available! Register online. 6:30p—9:30p. Free
Free
11 events,
Spring into Glass
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
Renewal: Paintings by Inga Poslitur
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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Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop
Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop
PENCE GALLERY. Through the process of art making, participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space in the Pence Learning Center under the guidance of facilitators Amy Vidra and Lyndsey Rocca. Participants must be 18 or older, and no art experience is necessary. This is a free program, and all materials are provided. Limited to the first 8 participants who register. 10a—11:45a. Free
Free
Davis Feminist Film Festival 2024
Davis Feminist Film Festival 2024
MANETTI SHREM MUSIEM. Screening sixteen short films that celebrate this year's theme: OUT/LIVE. A limited number of commemorative totes and audience prizes will be available! Register online. 6:30p—9:30p. Free
Free
10 events,
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Art in Action: Pressed Flower Fun
Art in Action: Pressed Flower Fun
PENCE GALLERY. This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12, with no pre-registration required. Projects are designed to introduce kids to making their own artwork by experimenting with creative ideas and materials. Our resident art teacher will introduce you to the wealth of possibilities in our upstairs classroom. 1p—3p. $4-8
$4 – $8
10 events,
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Rocknasium Member Appreciation / The Boneyard Davis Craft Fair
Rocknasium Member Appreciation / The Boneyard Davis Craft Fair
ROCKNASIUM. Join us for an awesome craft fair featuring 7+ Davis local artists and vendors, live music from local band, Big Fish, and some climbing. Craft fair & live music entry is FREE. Anyone hoping to climb MUST fill out a Rocknasium waiver and purchase a day pass. 2p—6p. Free
Free
9 events,
9 events,
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
PENCE GALLERY. This 4-session class challenges watercolor painters who enjoy experimenting with colors. By using a limited number of colors, students will explore how mixing and choosing certain colors will produce more harmonious paintings with different moods. 10:3oa—1p. $140-150
$140 – $150
9 events,
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Paint and Sip with Stephanie Peel
Paint and Sip with Stephanie Peel
DELTA OF VENUS. Come paint a painting while drinking a drink with Secret Spot cofounder, Stephanie Peel! First drink free with ticket purchase. 5p—7p. $40
$40
8 events,
12 events,
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From Photo Repatriation to Totem Pole Rematriation: Developing the Work of Tsimshian Photographer B.A. Haldane
From Photo Repatriation to Totem Pole Rematriation: Developing the Work of Tsimshian Photographer B.A. Haldane
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
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SENSATIONAL
SENSATIONAL
SECRET SPOT. Live painting, music, community mural & so much more! An event for all the senses. 5p-9p. Free
Free
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2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Dave van Hulsteyn
2nd Friday ArtAbout reception: Dave van Hulsteyn
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
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Pence Gallery 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception
Pence Gallery 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception
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
8 events,
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Assemblage vs. Sculpture: Found Object Sculpture with Amy Vidra
Assemblage vs. Sculpture: Found Object Sculpture with Amy Vidra
PENCE GALLERY. Both assemblage and sculpture combine various objects to create a three-dimensional work of art. A sculpture may use a limited palette of materials or colors to unify the piece to make it cohesive. In this three-hour workshop, students will learn the basics of sculpture with artist Amy Vidra. Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of sculpture and will have time to stroll through Davis to find their own inspirational found objects to include in their pieces. Please visit our website for the materials list. 1p—4p. $125-140
$125 – $140
8 events,
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Mother’s Day Cake Decorating Class
Mother’s Day Cake Decorating Class
1111 ANDERSON ROAD, Davis. Design and decorate a heart cake perfect for mom! All ages welcome (children under 7, please attend with a helper—no extra charge). All materials and supplies are provided by Cake Couture Love. Register in advance. 1p—3p. $39
$39
7 events,
8 events,
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
Watercolor Painting with a Limited Palette with Misuk Goltz
PENCE GALLERY. This 4-session class challenges watercolor painters who enjoy experimenting with colors. By using a limited number of colors, students will explore how mixing and choosing certain colors will produce more harmonious paintings with different moods. 10:3oa—1p. $140-150
$140 – $150
Photography Club of Davis Meeting
Photography Club of Davis Meeting
MARY L. STEPHENS LIBRARY. Meet up with local photographers to discuss member-submitted photography! Participants discuss “why does this image work” as well as “why does this image not work” and how the image may be improved. 7:30pm—8:45pm. Free
Free
7 events,
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Artists Anonymous with Kris Rosa
Artists Anonymous with Kris Rosa
SECRET SPOT. Join the conversation on the darker side of art! Bring along a piece you'd love to ditch, cover, or demolish, & have some fun discussing it together! 6p-8p. $20
$20
7 events,
Watercolor Integration with Chinese Ink & Oil Pastels with Qinqin Liu
PENCE GALLERY. Participants will learn design, composition, shape, line, point, value, and color, as well as wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry watercolor techniques. Students will produce an interactive artwork by combining watercolor expression and abstraction, sketches of natural objects, and Chinese calligraphy. The instructor will offer a class demo, followed by individual instruction and group discussion. Please visit our website for the materials list. Early workshop registration is encouraged due to limited space. 11a—3p. $200-220
$200 – $220
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Curator’s Tour with Natalie Nelson
Curator’s Tour with Natalie Nelson
PENCE GALLERY. Nelson will lead a gallery walk-through of the Women’s Work exhibit, exploring how participating artists critique and challenge gender roles and current definitions of femininity in their work. Whether they are celebrating the contributions of specific women who have battled injustice and discrimination in their fight for social justice, or honoring women as a whole, these artists have much to say on the subject of being a woman. 2p—3:30p. Suggested Donation, $10
Free
7 events,
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Merch for Musicians on a Budget
Merch for Musicians on a Budget
SECRET SPOT. Learn to make inexpensive music merchandise with local artist Odd Petals. 2p—4p. $25
$25
6 events,
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Healing Arts One-Time Workshop
Healing Arts One-Time Workshop
PENCE GALLERY. Part of the Pence's Healing Arts Program and run by facilitator Amy Vidra, this one-time, 90-minute art workshop focuses more broadly on a theme related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. 2pm—3:30pm. Free
Free
6 events,
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Charm Bottle Making
Charm Bottle Making
SECRET SPOT. Learn how to make your own charm bottle with Salim and his mom. 8a—5p. $50 parent + 1 kid, $15 / additional kid
$50
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Making Art on G Street : Spring into Glass demonstrations
Making Art on G Street : Spring into Glass demonstrations
THE ARTERY. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, all are is welcome. A team of glass artists will present jewelry and glass demonstrations and will guide you to create your own piece (a pair of earrings or fused glass sun catcher). A variety of materials and mediums provided. 12p—4p. Free
Free
5 events,
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Ecoreportage: Using Art to Document Ecological Change
Ecoreportage: Using Art to Document Ecological Change
MELON BALL. Learn more about the practice of eco-reportage with author/illustrator Robin Lee Carlson. Artistic acts of observation are important in processing your own questions about the environment and communicating with others about climate change and the world around us. 10a—11:30a. $25
$25
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Weird Cartoons with HG
Weird Cartoons with HG
SECRET SPOT. Learn how HG makes weird cartoons and funny drawings, and learn how to pursue your own style. 5p—7p. $20
$20
