“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 […]
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 […]
First Impressions offers a remarkable look at Roy De Forest’s early explorations in printmaking. Throughout his career as a prolific painter of worlds full of wonder and exploration, De Forest (1930-2007) was drawn to the process of lithography as a graphic representation of his ideas. This exhibit highlights his explorations with Abstract Expressionism, which began […]
The Pence Gallery announces that its Emerging Artist Award 2022 is now open for application via www.callforentry.org. This award supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and artist talk. Artists must use the award to further their work in a significant […]
The Science of Winter Explore the fun frosty phenomena of the winter season! Explorit campers will learn about the winter sky, frozen chemical reactions, and amazing animal adaptations to the cold. Join us for science activities, games, and take-home crafts. This camp is designed for grades 3-5. Camp will take place indoors. Masks required. Attendance […]
In this 6-week in-person workshop, artists will learn foundational skills and techniques for producing quick, loose, and on-the-go sketches with artist Misuk Goltz. Participants will learn how to effectively sketch and paint their subjects and creatively compose art journal pages. Dates: Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, January 6, 13, 20, 27 and February 3, 10 Location: Pence […]
Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde By Moisés Kaufman The true story of the famous author Oscar Wilde, who in 1895 was accused of posing as a “sodomite” by the father of his young companion, Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas. Wilde fought the scandalous charge, but the tables quickly turned, and he found himself defending his […]
Underwritten by Kelly and Vince Nahr, junior. Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly "boffo" hit, winning a record twelve […]
Lover’s eyes, or eye miniatures, were popular in Great Britain from the late 1700s through the Victorian era. Typically painted on a small piece of ivory, an eye miniature depicts a single eye, representing the gaze of a loved one. Thought to have been originally created as a secret token of love, these mysterious portraits […]
This exhibit celebrates the exquisite glass sculpture of Sean Alcala, the winner of the Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award for 2021. Alcala connects his medium of glass to water, using art to critique and question our role in conserving this vital element in our ecosystem. His kiln-formed sculptures evoke a sense of captured time and […]
International Parent Community is having an In-Person meeting on Friday, January 7th from 10:15-11:45 am on the I-House Patio. If you would like to join this social gathering please click here to register online - https://secure.internationalhousedavis.org/eventReg.jsp?event=809& Covid Precautions Reminder for those attending in-person: For our event, all attending members 2 years of age or older must […]
Volunteers will help perform trail maintenance along the South Fork Preserve’s trail system. By doing trail maintenance, we can help improve the accessibility of the South Fork Preserve and improve the experience of locals and visitors alike! Register at putahcreekcouncil.org/calendar.
Natalie Simons returns to her hometown for an album release show. Currently based in Brooklyn, NY, Simons was known in Northern California primarily for her classical trumpet chops, having earned prestigious spots in the California State Honor Band, the Sacramento Youth Symphony's Premier Orchestra, the DHS Symphony Orchestra and Davis Young Artist Chamber Ensemble. In […]
The Healing Arts Workshop at Pence Gallery uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of artmaking, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space in the Pence Gallery Learning Center under the guidance […]
Bicycle Auction Is Online! You may have noticed UC Davis hasn't held the Bicycle Auction in a while because…COVID. Well, the auction is now online! We’re happy to have been able to partner with GovDeals, an online marketplace that provides services to government and educational entities for the sale of surplus assets to the public. And […]
Michael D. Snediker (top), a poet and scholar, and Lucy Corin (bottom), professor of creative writing in the Department of English, will give a remote reading. Snediker’s 2021 book Contingent Figure: Chronic Pain & Queer Embodiment brings together literary, queer, and disability studies. Corin’s newest novel is The Swank Hotel, published in October 2021. Her […]
This class is part of a 6 week Wellness Series. While each session builds on the previous session(s), you can purchase this class on its own. You can also purchase the entire series. Taking place on Thursdays from 5-6:30pm PST starting on 1/13 and going until 2/17/2022. Get more info about the whole series here: […]
The undeniable power of artists lies in their ability to translate the everyday experiences of our personal lives into something tangible that speaks to larger social and political forces at work. The 366 days that constituted the year 2020 were filled with huge historic changes in America and throughout the world. Faced with nearly a […]
Learn how to make 3 different kinds of vegan sushi in this beginner-friendly class. We’ll make inside out rainbow rolls (uramaki), carrot “smoked salmon” rolls, and a crunchy spicy tempeh roll. Don’t worry, we’ll also make a spicy vegan mayo to go with everything! This is an in-person, hands-on class. Date & Time: Friday, January […]
Plein Air Landscape Studies: from Yolo to Monterey Counties Carol T. Smith January 8 through February 4 Public Reception: Friday, January 14, 6 - 8 pm From the artist: As a retiree, I currently enjoy painting oil landscapes “en plein air”, or “outside on location”, in Yolo, Solano and Sacramento counties under the tutelage of […]
Don’t miss our first 2nd Friday ArtAbout opening reception of the year! Join us on Friday, January 14, 6-9 PM at the Pence Gallery for a wonderful night of art. We will have the 2020 exhibit in the Main Gallery, which will showcase various artists’ creations inspired by the critical events of the year 2020. […]
Come plant trees with your community and Tree Davis! We will meet in the southwest corner of Arroyo Park, close to Hampton Drive. Please park on Arthur or Santa Rosa Street and walk. The event will begin promptly at 9 AM. Safety - All volunteers must bring their own work gloves, water, snacks, sun protection […]
Join us at the Pence Gallery on January 15, 1-2 PM, for an Artist Talk with Sean Free Alcala. In this in-person talk, Alcala will discuss his creative process of working with glass and the environmental concept behind his exhibit, Under the Surface. He is the recipient of the Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2021. […]
The 49ers will be taking on the #1 seed Green Bay Packers. The game is this Saturday 1/22 at 5:15pm. Sudwerk will be open until the game ends. Preorder for the game here: Rent the Beer Hall for your Super Bowl Party. Enjoy the big game on the big screen while enjoying the Brewery of […]
The Pence Gallery will host an art history series by Jose Arenas, faculty of Chicana/o Studies at UC Davis. Arenas explores Chicana/o & Latinx art through the lens of contemporary printmaking and murals and offers his perspective on contemporary art as the Director of Taller Arte del Nuevo Amanecer (TANA). Register at this link with […]
Learn how to mix, knead, shape and bake a simple loaf of bread at this Davis Food Co-Op cooking class. We will go through each step to learn why changing the amount of just one ingredient can change the whole loaf, how to incorporate other flours and flavors into your bread and watch a demonstration […]
Volunteers will be planting native California plants and weeding non-native invasive species along the trail system within the South Fork Preserve. Native plants improve water quality, provide habitat for birds, small mammals and beneficial insects, and help prevent soil erosion. Register at putahcreekcouncil.org/calendar.
Help us plant young trees along the Russell Blvd. bike path! We will be digging tree holes, planting trees, and pounding support stakes. Meet on Russell bike path where Russell and Portage Bay East meet. Parking can be found on Portage Bay East or Elendil. Give yourself enough time to park and walk. We will […]
As a tribute to Valentine’s Day, the Pence Gallery invited a wide variety of artists to create a one-of-a-kind artistic piece of bling. For some, this invitation is a step into the unknown, and a welcome foray into something fun and different. As Carol Gravem writes of her piece in the exhibit, “My attempt is […]
Explorer Series: Mushrooms at Point Reyes National Seashore with UC Davis Emeritus Professor Mike Davis Mushroom Identification Workshop Saturday, February 5 10 a.m. -3 p.m. $175 REGISTER REGISTRATION CLOSES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 at 12 p.m. Join expert mycologist Mike Davis as he teaches the intricacies of mushroom identification to fungi enthusiasts of all levels! Mushrooms […]
‘Til Death Do Us Part: How the Victorians Kept Love Alive from Beyond the Grave Join us for the next talk in our free, virtual Art History Lecture Series on February 5th! Caitlin Schwarz (MA' 19, UC Davis), Curatorial Assistant at the Crocker Art Museum, explores Victorian mourning culture with a focus on how the […]
Nationally-known Bay Area teacher and artist Elio Camacho will help you learn how to build a strong foundation for your painting in this one-day, color intensive workshop. The workshop is structured for beginners through advanced students, and includes demonstrations, hands-on participation, and instruction in your choice of oil or acrylic still-life painting. Date: Sunday, February […]
At the The Davis Vintage Crafts Market, The New Harmony Jazz Band will perform Live Jazz from 11:00-1:00. Downtown Davis Central Park FREE Manager: Michael O'Hearn michael.ohearn@att.net (530)210-4149
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