DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult. Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout. 5p—7p. $5
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
LOGOS BOOKS. Attend an artist reception for Larry Williams, a retired art teacher whose work utilizes rich colors and enigmatic shapes. His oil paintings incorporate forms that suggest or tease real life while slipping away into abstraction. Light refreshments will be served, and live music will be provided by The Folk Music Folks. 6p—8p. Free
THE PAINT CHIP. Come meet artist Jerry DeCamp at our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception. "The River" exhibition is both kinetic and mesmerizing in color, movement and light. Free event supporting our local artists. 6p—8:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Browse a variety of art exhibits, enjoy complimentary wine, and hear acoustic-based Americana, folk, and bluegrass music live by Sammy & Lauren Leverone. Exhibits on display include Assorted Flavors: The Member Show, the Tiny Show, and Biophilia: Our Longing for Nature. 6p—9p. Free
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. Judy Knott will give a demonstration all about creating collage papers on a gel plate. Two papers never come out the same, thus they are happy accidents. Judy will show several techniques on how to create these fun and colorful papers and then create a piece of art from those same papers. Attendees are eligible to win the collage abstract artwork that Judy creates during the demonstration. 2p—3p. Free
THE BARN STUDIO. Sessions designed to foster creativity and encourage experimentation in an atmosphere of cultural exchange, conversation, encouragement, and freedom of expression. This session does not have formal instruction. Bring your own materials and supplies. 1p—3p. Free
THE BARN STUDIO. Engage your child’s creativity in a supportive space where young artists explore 2D art techniques like charcoal, pastels, and paints. Sessions offer guided prompts and the freedom to pursue independent projects. 3:30p—5:30p. Free
Every Tuesday from 5-10pm at Dunloe Brewing's - The Local, creative people of all levels are invited to participate in Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with […]
BARN STUDIO. Bring your under 5 little ones to explore their artistic side and get messy at the Barn Studio! Every Wednesday, arts activity stations will be available for you and your mini to discover together that encourage materials exploration and develop motor skills. Advance registration encouraged. 10a—11:30a. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22
2005 GUMBINGER AVE, WOODLAND. The School of Building Your Craft is offering an 8-week training program designed for artists of beginner/intermediate level to focus on building essential skills in drawing, painting, color and design. Learn more at theschoolofbyc.com. Thursdays, April 24—June 12. 3:45p—5:45p. $400
