STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons
Design Museum, UC Davis Room 124, Cruess Hall University of California, DavisCall to Artists! Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisWeek of Events
Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2024
PENCE GALLERY. Applications are open for the Emerging Artist Award 2024. This $4000 award supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January 2025. $25—30
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
STILL: Racism in America, A Retrospective in Cartoons
UCD DESIGN MUSEUM. This exhibition explores racism through cartoons, showcasing the work of pioneering father/daughter cartoonists the late Brumsic Brandon, Jr. & Barbara Brandon-Croft who chronicled the nation’s cultural landscape in their comic strips through the lens of racism. 12p–4p. Free
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
Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments
PENCE GALLERY. Fragments highlights recent paintings, collages, and drawings of Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee. Both have recently retired from teaching at UC Davis, having spent more than 20 years teaching art, in addition to maintaining busy studio practices. Despite the differences between their respective work, they each approach their practice with the intent of layering or fragmenting multiple points of view or perspectives. Free
Erica Norelius: Natural Places & Urban Spaces
PENCE GALLERY. Erica Norelius' new series of work offers an in-depth dive into the natural spaces of the Golden State, reaching from the coastal cities and desert areas, north towards Oregon. The quiet presence of man is often seen in small intrusions such as power lines and roads. 11:30a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit
PENCE GALLERY. A diverse sampling of ceramics, textiles, photography, painting, sculpture, and more will be on display at the Pence Gallery from March 8 - April 3. 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.
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.
Art History Lecture Series: Talinn Grigor
Art History Lecture Series: Talinn Grigor
ZOOM. Talinn Grigor, Professor of Art History at University of California Davis, will explore why, given the staunchly nationalist policies of the 1920s-30s, many of the indigenous architects of Iran’s Modern Movement came from the ranks of the country’s religious and gender minorities, including Christian Armenians and Baha’is. 1p—2p. Free, suggested $10 donation
Metamorphosis: Public Gathering, Art, Music, and Intergenerational Dialogue
Metamorphosis: Public Gathering, Art, Music, and Intergenerational Dialogue
DAVIS LUTHERAN CHURCH. These events are designed to encourage intergenerational dialogue about who we want to be and how we want to live in the world. These are gatherings where people share art, music, spoken word and guided friendly conversation and beverages and snacks. 2p—5p. Free
Brazilian Celebration
Brazilian Celebration
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Join us for a celebration of Brazilian culture. Experience a workshop led by Marta Santos and enjoy a concert with Samba da Terra and Boca do Rio. Delight in local artwork and savor delicious Brazilian snacks available for purchase. 3p—9p. $15—20
Art in Action: Putah Creek Flora “Print or Paint”
Art in Action: Putah Creek Flora “Print or Paint”
PENCE GALLERY. Learn about Putah Creek’s native plants and trees and why they are important to our local ecosystem! Use your observational skills to create watercolor illustrations of flowers, branches and pinecones and discover unique patterns of leaves and roots by making rubbings and prints. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12, with no pre-registration required. 1p—3p. $4 members/$8 non-members.