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Call to Artists – Stairway Display

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

Interested in displaying your work at the Pence Gallery in 2022? We are looking for artists like you! Every month, the Pence features a new display of work along our stairway from emerging local and regional artists. We would love to bring in some new artists to our gallery! The space strictly allows for 2D […]

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Pence Gallery Call to Artists – “2020”

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

There is no fee to enter. Artwork may address, but is not limited to, the following: Black Lives Matter, the wildfires, the election, sheltering in place, and COVID-19.

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Art & Recipe Contest

Recipes should be no more than 7 ingredients (no nuts), feature at least one Harvest of the Month item, and be replicable by Student Nutrition Services staff. Original artwork should also feature a Harvest of the Month item.

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Pence Gallery: Joseph Bellacera

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

This month, we have a new collection of art along our stairwell by Joseph Bellacera. His acrylic and mixed media pieces are inspired by nature and luminosity, primarily the perception of space, light, and patterning. Each piece pops with color and energy, with a sense of playfulness and discovery. Make sure to visit the gallery […]

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Pence Gallery: The Soul of Nature, Art by Peter London and P. Gregory Guss

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

The Soul of Nature is a collaborative venture by artists and friends Peter London and P. Gregory Guss. Their exploration of the inner soul of nature itself originates in the idea that external appearances do not match or determine internal ones. Taking inspiration from the beauty of trees, leaves, water, and other parts of our […]

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UC Davis Arts: “Guardians: Spirits of Protection”

Cruess Hall 375 California Avenue, Davis

“Guardians: Spirits of Protection” is a poignant exploration of the creative relationship between tragedy and design. Now, you can view this magnificent piece at the UC Davis Design Museum through April 24. The installation showcases a series of sculptures created by design professor emerita Ann Savageau. She crafted them from objects and flotsam that washed […]

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2021 Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Davis Cemetery 820 Pole Line Road, Davis

On an annual basis, the Davis Cemetery District holds a Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on our grounds. This celebration is one of the last Mesoamerican indigenous-influenced rituals, honoring mother earth and all ancestors, and is part of an effort to create a community, a sense of belonging, and global awareness […]

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Night Market at the Pence Gallery

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

Discover some great art from up-and-coming young artists, and support your local art scene! The Pence Gallery’s Night Market is a free community event outside in our courtyard that will showcase wonderful art by visual artists ages 14-25, from prints and paintings, to ceramics and jewelry. The Night Market will take place on Friday, October […]

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