Expressive Portrait Painting with Artist Misuk Goltz
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Call to Artists – Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2022
The Pence Gallery’s Slice exhibit, now in its tenth year, is open to all artists residing in California. This year, artist, writer, and curator Chris Daubert will serve as Juror. The exhibit showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Work may be in any medium except for […]
Pence Gallery: On the Edge by CCA Ceramics
Artist Viola Frey (1933-2004) played a huge role in the Bay Area’s historic ceramic revolution. Her legacy has continued to thrive at California College of the Arts. This exhibition pays tribute to the innovation and experimentation she fostered as head of CCA's ceramics studio. Includes a sculpture by alumni Peter Voulkos and Robert Arneson. Also […]
Expressive Portrait Painting with Artist Misuk Goltz
Under the guidance of artist Misuk Goltz, artists familiar with the basics of sketching and watercolor painting will explore how to draw and paint the structure, features, and shadows of the face. Participants will learn from hands-on demonstrations and working from a live model. No portrait experience is necessary. This is a six-session workshop. […]
35th Annual California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Art
After 35 years of tradition, the John Natsoulas Center for the Arts is proud to continue the largest sculptural ceramics conference in the world. Conceived by the need for dialogue and direct interaction between artists and students, CCACA 2022 brings the ultimate ceramic sculpture event to Davis, CA. In an intimate setting, you can interact […]
Exhibit: Asian American Activism: From the 1960s to the Present
THRU December 23. PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Exhibit traces the Asian American Activism movement from the 1960s to the present, with a focus on the University of California, Davis campus. Using documents, photographs, and oral histories recordings, this interactive exhibit strives to diversify online sources for Asian American History and ethnic studies.
CCACA Reception at the Pence Gallery
CCACA Reception at the Pence Gallery
On April 29th, the Pence Gallery will be open for a public art reception in conjunction with the 35th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts (CCACA) hosted by the John Natsoulas Center for the Arts in Davis, CA. Stop by our Gallery from 6-9 PM to explore the art on display, browse the […]
California Duck Days Festival
California Duck Days Festival
California Duck Days Festival is back! Join Yolo Basin Foundation at this popular family-oriented, community-based, outdoor, wetlands festival with activities for people of all ages. On-site activities include interactive exhibits, wetland themed arts and crafts, demonstrations, and workshops. See live ducklings, bats, snakes and raptors up close and personal, dissect owl pellets, wade into the […]
Davis Shakespeare Festival: Native Gardens’ by Karen Zacarías
Davis Shakespeare Festival: Native Gardens’ by Karen Zacarías
Join us for Davis Shakespeare Festival’s first in-person production since 2019! This is the first event through Davis Shakespeare Festival’s current project, Vacancy Arts Collective (VAC). VAC’s mission is to cultivate community joy by aligning socially conscious art with equitable practice. VAC produces works that represent the identities of the artists and team members […]
Seasonal Gestures: Paintings by Gayle BonDurant
Seasonal Gestures: Paintings by Gayle BonDurant
Visit the Pence Gallery to view a new exhibit featuring art by Gayle BonDurant. The evocative feel of seasonal change in nature is the catalyst behind BonDurant’s drawings and paintings. She works in several media, from cold wax and oil paint to graphite and watercolor. Her subject matter and style are dependent upon what medium […]
Pence Gallery Annual Garden Tour
Pence Gallery Annual Garden Tour
Plant enthusiasts and gardeners alike are invited to attend the Pence Gallery’s 29th Annual Garden Tour on Sunday, May 1, from 12 - 5 PM. After a two-year break, we are so glad to bring back this event which provides a great opportunity to visit with friends and family during the height of spring weather. […]
Davis Shakespeare Festival: Native Gardens’ by Karen Zacarías
Davis Shakespeare Festival: Native Gardens’ by Karen Zacarías
Join us for Davis Shakespeare Festival’s first in-person production since 2019! This is the first event through Davis Shakespeare Festival’s current project, Vacancy Arts Collective (VAC). VAC’s mission is to cultivate community joy by aligning socially conscious art with equitable practice. VAC produces works that represent the identities of the artists and team members […]