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., DavisWoodland Community College Student Showcase
Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, WoodlandWeek of Events
Deborah Butterfield: P.S. These are not horses
THRU JUNE 2024. MANETTI SHREM. The artist’s first solo museum exhibition in California since 1996, P.S. These are not horses surveys Butterfield’s career from her most recent wildfire sculptures to rarely seen ceramics made while a student at UC Davis. Free
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Digital Painting Class
Digital Painting Class
SCHOOL OF BUILDING YOUR CRAFT, Woodland. The class will focus on conceptual and optical theory to give you tools to navigate and execute a painting digitally. Class will cover: describing form with value, navigating color wheel/sliders, color and painting theory, laws of light, & material rendering. 4p—7p. $600
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Observations on the Art Trade
Observations on the Art Trade
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Distinguished alum and art collector Alan Templeton (B.A., art history and psychology, ‘82) examines the evolution of the art trade from the 1950s onward in an engaging and insightful presentation. 4:10p—5:30p. Free
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Teen Open Mic Poetry & Song Night
Teen Open Mic Poetry & Song Night
DIXON LIBRARY. Showcase your bold & creative side with poetry, comedy, rapping, & singing! Acts are limited to 5 minutes. This event is geared towards tweens & teens ages 10 to 18. Sign-ups online. 3:30p—5p. Free
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
Arts & Humanities 2023 Graduate Exhibition
Arts & Humanities 2023 Graduate Exhibition
MANETTI SHREM. UC Davis graduate students in Art History, Art Studio, Creative Writing, Design, English, History and Performance Studies present their work. 11a—6p. Free
Gorilla Party: Having Fun for Conservation
Gorilla Party: Having Fun for Conservation
BLUE NOTE BREWERY. Come and have some fun while you learn about mountain gorilla conservation. Enjoy something delicious from the menu and help to support the conservation of mountain gorillas. 10% of food orders will be donated to our project. 12p—3p.
“Revival” Picnic Day Fashion Show
“Revival” Picnic Day Fashion Show
CRUESS HALL. Fashion created and executed by Department of Design undergraduate students in the Signature Collections course. The theme, ”Revival,” explores an improvement, an instance of becoming relevant again, a reawakening, or a restoration of physical and mental vigor to life or sporting success.11a—12p. $12
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free
Yolo Barre + Spring Wreathmaking at the Farm
Yolo Barre + Spring Wreathmaking at the Farm
PARK WINTERS. Enjoy a beautiful spring morning at Park Winters, practice outdoor movement with Yolo Barre to the sounds of birds chirping, then enjoy time in our dreamy flower barn where you will make a spring inspired wreath. 9a—11:30a. $65
Arts & Humanities 2023 Graduate Exhibition
Arts & Humanities 2023 Graduate Exhibition
MANETTI SHREM. UC Davis graduate students in Art History, Art Studio, Creative Writing, Design, English, History and Performance Studies present their work. 11a—6p. Free
Davis Art Studio Tour
Davis Art Studio Tour
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Experience the artistic side of Davis with our studio tour this weekend! Get the map and guide on our page here, from the Artery or the Pence Gallery, or from any participating artist. 10a—5p. Free
New Harmony Jazz Band Live
New Harmony Jazz Band Live
CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz favorites during the Davis Vintage & Craft Fair. 11a—1p. Free
“Revival” Picnic Day Fashion Show
“Revival” Picnic Day Fashion Show
CRUESS HALL. Fashion created and executed by Department of Design undergraduate students in the Signature Collections course. The theme, ”Revival,” explores an improvement, an instance of becoming relevant again, a reawakening, or a restoration of physical and mental vigor to life or sporting success.11a—12p. $12
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
Woodland Community College Student Showcase
GALLERY 625. Student showcase features a group exhibition of the WCC Kingsley Merit Scholarship finalists along with the work of students from the Woodland Community College art program. M-F, 8a—5p. Free