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
PENCE GALLERY. Join Christina Kent as she talks about her career transition from economist to artist, including her focus on painting San Francisco cityscapes and figurative subjects. 6p—9p. Free, $10 donation suggested
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
GALLERY 1855. March's exhibit features the work of Rachel li and Evelyn Alvarez. Both artists are Art Students at UCD. Evelyn states through her work she aims to show discomfort, vulerability and distress caused by the disconnect between the mind and the body. Rachel states in the realm of her canvases, reality dances with the extraodinary, and the mundane transforms into the magical. 8a—3p. Free
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
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
LOGOS BOOKS. Carol Brent Levin has taken art classes at local community colleges and workshops in northern California. Although she enjoys sketching and painting, photography and printmaking have become her main avenues for artistic expression. 5p—8p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Visit the Pence Gallery during 2nd Friday ArtAbout to see a preview of the Davis Art Studio Tour, plus three other beautiful exhibits. 6p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Looking for a new hobby or want to learn a new skill? Already know how to crochet and looking for space to practice and share your creativity? Join artist Tobi Onadeko for crochet sessions. With more than 10 years of experience crocheting, Tobi is passionate about fostering community and will teach you some helpful tips and tricks. 12p—2p. $15-$22
PENCE GALLERY. Join artists Gina Werfel and Hearne Pardee at the Pence as they discuss their process and inspiration behind their respective recent work in their exhibit Fragments. 3p—4:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Looking for a new hobby or want to learn a new skill? Already know how to crochet and looking for space to practice and share your creativity? Join artist Tobi Onadeko for crochet sessions. With more than 10 years of experience crocheting, Tobi is passionate about fostering community and will teach you some helpful tips and tricks. 12p—2p. $15-$22
ZOOM. Hosted by the Pence Gallery, historian Allison Grenda speaks on The Parthenon Through the Ages: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Controversies. 1p—2p. Free, suggested $10 donation
PENCE GALLERY. Discover the animals of Putah Creek! Explore and examine a variety of taxidermy specimens, pelts, and replica skulls including beavers, raccoons, owls, and more. Create detailed illustrations and clay sculptures highlighting the unique appearance, form, and structure of each creature. 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 memebers/$8 non-members
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.
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