Pence Gallery

Name: Figure Drawing at the Pence
Start: 2026-05-27T18:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-05-27T21:00:00-07:00
Location: Pence Gallery

530.758.3370

pencegallery@gmail.com

http://pencegallery.org

Events from this organizer

May 2026
Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit

May 8 - June 5

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This year’s Davis Art Studio Tour returns, and is open the weekend of May 16-17 for art lovers to enjoy for free! Stroll through 40+ art studios in Davis, learn more about artists’ work, and support our local creatives by buying directly from them. The Pence will preview one piece per artist in the exhibit, and you can plan your tour through the display! Art in various media is on display, including glass, wood, paintings, photography, ceramics, mixed media, and more. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free
Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

May 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register at pencegallery.org. Fridays, May 1—June 5. 10a—11:45a. $25—35

$25 – $35
2nd Friday ArtAbout

Featured May 8 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Downtown Davis Various Locations

DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Visit multiple participating venues along the artwalk! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free

Free
2nd Friday ArtAbout at the Pence Gallery

May 8 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Enjoy browsing multiple art exhibits, complimentary wine, and an art-themed scavenger hunt during our monthly reception. Exhibits on display include The Abstract Language of Ceramics, Davis Art Studio Tour Preview Exhibit, Sunshine & Shadows by Linda Clark Johnson, and Family Style by Julie Bernadeth Crumb. 6p—9p. Free

Free
Urban Sketching with Pete Scully

May 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Urban sketching is a fun and accessible way to see and connect with where you live with a sketchbook! In this one-day workshop with Pete Scully, students will draw in ink and pencil and watercolor, and learn some principles of perspective and composition. Sketching will take place both indoors & outdoors. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—4p. $140—160

$140 – $160
Figure Drawing at the Pence

May 13 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22

$15 – $22
Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

May 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register at pencegallery.org. Fridays, May 1—June 5. 10a—11:45a. $25—35

$25 – $35
Artist Talk & Reception with Linda Clark Johnson

May 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Join artist Linda Clark Johnson as she discusses her artistic process in working with cyanotype, including her love of sunlight and her ways of gathering and arranging plants. Linda will also show visitors how to get started with cyanotype through an artist demo, as well as explore her current work in her exhibit, Sunshine & Shadows. 1p—2:30p. Free

Free
Healing Arts One-Time Workshop

Featured May 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This workshop focuses more broadly on themes related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—11:45a. $5—10

$5 – $10
Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

May 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am Healing Arts 6-Session Workshop

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This 6-session workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Register at pencegallery.org. Fridays, May 1—June 5. 10a—11:45a. $25—35

$25 – $35
Watercolor Portrait Painting with Misuk Goltz

May 23 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Learn how to mix skin tones and develop a layering process to capture a subject’s likeness and character through watercolor. Students will explore an expressive style rather than realistic perfection, focusing on facial structure, features, and shadows. Portrait painting experience isn’t necessary, but participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing and watercolor painting. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $120—135

$120 – $135
Figure Drawing at the Pence

May 27 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22

$15 – $22

May 2026