((L-R) Ego in the Darkness and Paradigm Shift by Alfred A. Dolezal) Gertrude von le Fort, a German baroness who was a writer of novels, poems and essays, said: “Symbols are the language of something invisible spoken in the visible world.” This quote aptly describes Alfred Dolezal’s style as a symbolist painter. Symbolism began as…
(Photos courtesy of Caldera Arts) We are very excited to announce our 2023 Caldera Artists in Residence (AiR). This year we received and reviewed hundreds of applications, from all across the country, to participate in our residency program. These artists and writers are largely multidisciplinary and from diverse backgrounds. The projects they are pursuing include…
(Baby Board by Maria Godines — 29th Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit Honorable Mention) The Board of Directors and Staff of The Museum send you our warmest holiday greetings. We are grateful for your support this past year. The Museum will observe its 30th anniversary in 2023. We are looking forward to celebrating…
(Photo courtesy of High Desert Museum) This winter break, pack a day with awe and wonder at the High Desert Museum. Find inspiration in the vibrant images of Gabriela Hasbun from the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo in In the Arena: Photographs from America’s Only Touring Black Rodeo. Discover why a group of river otters is…
((L) Santa, Dec 26 by Rebecca Reed Sentgeorge. (R) Christmas Magic in Sisters Country by Terri Dill-Simpson) Rebecca Reed Sentgeorge Rebecca Reed Sentgeorge lives in Redmond and is the president of the Watercolor Society of Oregon. When creating art, Rebecca feels emerged in the process and has the feeling that time is suspended. She says,…
(Graphic courtesy of High Desert Museum) Explore a hidden world in the interactive, bilingual exhibit, Under the Snow! In the depth of winter, a deep layer of snow quiets the High Desert’s forests. Yet beneath the surface lies a hidden world of wildlife! Experience this immersive exhibition that will delight all ages with a resilient pika,…
(John Vale | Photos courtesy of Copper Moon Artisan) John Vale began his journey in art in 1992. He created water features and other pieces from stone. He began with displays of his work in several nurseries and moved on to a display in the renowned Lawrence Gallery. He opened his first Gallery in Lake…
(Mosaic by artist Rochelle Rose-Schueler of Wild Rose Artworks Mosaic Studio) A custom mosaic art piece created by local artist Rochelle Rose-Schueler was recently installed at Mosaic Medical’s Conners Health Center on Bend’s eastside. Designed to fit inside the frame of a conference room window of the facility, it is visible to staff and community…
(Photo courtesy of High Desert Museum) The High Desert Museum is bringing back Winter Nights every Thursday in December. For those looking for a unique evening out, the Museum will remain open until 7:30pm with seasonal themes, a chance to see new exhibitions, activities for families and students and reduced admission rates. In Winter Nights,…
Artist applications for the 2023 Sunriver Art Fair open December 1, 2022 and close on March 4, 2023. The Art Fair is a nationally recognized, juried fine arts and crafts event which has been very popular with Sunriver residents and Central Oregon visitors alike. If you are an artist or know someone who would like…
