Roy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers Selections
Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art at UC Davis 254 Old Davis Road, DavisCall to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisNear and Far: The World in Focus
Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, WoodlandWeek of Events
Loie Hollowell: Tick Tock Belly Clock
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Hollowell is a rising star in the art world, known primarily for paintings & drawings that map the body through figuration & abstraction. Exhibit features soft pastel drawings. On view until May 8, 2023.
Roy De Forest: Habitats for Travelers Selections
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. First-generation art faculty member & UC Davis Professor Emeritus Roy De Forest (1930-2007) is beloved for his colorful narrative figurative paintings, drawings & prints. Exhibition on view until May 8, 2023.
Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
Art by Cathi Newlin & Toni Rizzo
PENCE GALLERY. A joint exhibit featuring the work of painter Toni Rizzo, of Davis, and sculptor Cathi Newlin, of Sacramento. Both artists have a light-hearted, playful take on artmaking that leads them to explore imagery full of fantasy, surrealism, or comedic exaggeration.
Call to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2023
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s Slice exhibit is open for application by California artists working in any medium (except video or sound). This is an ‘open theme’ exhibit, which showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Apply online, link in post. $30 member
Flesh and Frame
THE BARN GALLERY. Nine women artists incorporate the human likeness into their work and investigate themes of identity, feminism, spirituality, body image, and the environment. Free
Louise McGowan Bezark: DIVERGENT
THRU APRIL 24. THE ARTERY. Features gourd sculptures by Louise McGowan Bezark. Reception 4/14. 7p–9p.
Gallery 1855 April Art Exhibit
GALLERY 1855. Artwork of Cedric Williams on exhibit from April 3rd through April 28th. Free
Patti Warashina: New Ceramics Exhibition
THRU JUNE 24. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Influential ceramicist who utilizes bright & vivid colors and idiosyncratic style. She sees her sculptures as canvases to paint, lending her works a sense of playfulness. Free
Annual Ceramics Exhibition
APRIL 5 THRU MAY 7. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features some of the most intriguing ceramic artists from around the country. Free
Near and Far: The World in Focus
GALLERY 625. The work of local and regional photographers, including Woodland Camera Forum members, in an exhibition that highlights unique and unexpected perspectives of people, places, and things from around the world. Opening reception 4/7. Free
Maxine Solomon: Somewhere Beyond Time
PENCE GALLERY. Maxine Solomon’s current series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity, and energy. This exhibit is generously sponsored by Pat & Hoy Carman. Free
Moments in Time & Space
PENCE GALLERY. Moments in Time & Space is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Claudia Tarantino, Daniel Alejandro Trejo & Bill Heiderich. Through May 12. Free
36th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. A proud continuation of the largest sculptural ceramics conference in the world. Local exhibitions & over 30 college shows. Demonstrations, lectures & shows by registration only. Includes free exhibits. 9a–5p. $0–$175
Ceramic Artists: Emma Luna, Magdalene Crivelli & Liz Webb
TRU MAY 24. THE ARTERY. Presents the work of some of the Artery's finest ceramic artists. 7a–9p. Free
Expressive Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz
Expressive Watercolor Painting with Misuk Goltz
PENCE GALLERY. Six-week class. Watercolor artist Misuk Goltz will teach basic, but important techniques in watercolor to help you paint the things you love. The class will consist of sample painting demonstrations and extended individual guidance and critique sessions. 11a–1p. $180 members/ $190 non-members
Figure Drawing Group
Figure Drawing Group
PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p–9p. $22
Visiting Artist Lecture Series: Sky Hopinka
Visiting Artist Lecture Series: Sky Hopinka
MANETTI SHREM. Acclaimed visual artist & filmmaker who draws from his experience as a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. 4:30–6p. Free
Senior Watercolor Group
Senior Watercolor Group
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
Healing Arts Workshop
Healing Arts Workshop
PENCE GALLERY. Six-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register in advance. Free
Ceramics Reception
Ceramics Reception
PENCE GALLERY. Visit the Pence Gallery to view our ceramics exhibit Moments in Time & Space, or see the ceramic figures of Cathi Newlin, in conjunction with the annual Natsoulas Gallery’s ceramics conference. 6p–9p. Free
Talk: Terracotta Corridor
Talk: Terracotta Corridor
PENCE GALLERY. Bryan Vansell, Director of the Mission Clay Art & Industry Program, will give an illustrated presentation about Terracotta Corridor, an exhibition of 21 large-scale clay pipe sculptures now on view in Napa. 5p–7p. Free
Miniature Paint Night
Miniature Paint Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A night full of miniature painting fun! All are welcome. 4p. $5