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Michael Mikolon: Garments

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Twilight

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

THRU DEC 1. PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County–Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins–work in distinctly different media, addressing the changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. Through installations, mixed media, paintings, & assemblage, they address their relationship with nature, light, & the vagaries of life as they know it. Free

Free

Blanketed: New Paintings by Jack McTiernan

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis, ca

THE ARTERY. Using a combination of materials, Jack creates dynamic images that celebrate the beauty in everyday surroundings. “Blanketed” refers to his layering process, beginning with a watercolor, pastel and acrylic background applied with spray or airbrush. 10a—6p.

Free

Call for Artists! Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2024

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

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

$25 – $30

2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy a holiday music concert by students ages 5—18 in Agnes Perroud's violin class from 5:30—6:30 in the courtyard, then head inside to browse our new art exhibits and shop the Holiday Music. Don't forget the wine tasting by Twisted Cedar Wines and chai cocoa samples by loveBB. 5:30p—9p. Free

Free

Artist Talk with Joseph Bellacera

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Joseph Bellacera will give an illustrated talk on his current work on display in his exhibit at the Pence. Bellacera’s merging of scientific theories on the nature of light with art making have endowed his sculpture, paintings, and prints with a visual vocabulary that weaves light, color, and form into a unified whole. 3p—4p. Free

Free

Misuk Goltz: The World We Live In

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. The watercolor paintings of Misuk Goltz convey a world seen through both her travels and daily life that is full of emotional resonance. The World We Live In largely centers on her vignettes from these travels, alongside rural scenes from our region. In her detailed naturalism, she reveals the shared humanity of her subjects she’s sketched. Free

Free

Christina Kent: Day to Night

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

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

Free

Artist Talk with Christina Kent

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

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. 3p—4:15p. Free, $10 donation suggested

Free

Gina Werfel & Hearne Pardee: Fragments

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis, CA, United States

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

Free
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