((Left) Mary Moore in her studio. (Right) Lion and Lamb by Mary Moore) Among Pablo Picasso’s memorable quotes is this one: “Everything you can imagine is real.” A vivid imagination inspires Mary Moore to create ceramic sculpture that transports the viewer to mythical worlds. It’s a place where human figures have animal heads, wizards or…
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Silly Dog Art Glass Featured at Makin’ it Local — Two Artist Receptions
(Art glass piece by Silly Dog Art Glass) Makin’ It Local is honored to feature work by Cheryl Chapman and Silly Dog Art Glass from June 28 through July 23, 2024. Two artist-in-attendance artist receptions are scheduled for June 28 (4-7pm) and July 12 (3-6:30pm) at Makin’ It Local in downtown Sisters. Artist Showcase: Nature…
The Bowman Museum’s Belknap Exhibit Center Presents American Frontier Art: Along the Oregon Trail by David Dittman Art Exhibit
The Bowman Museum is thrilled to announce the opening of a captivating new art exhibit, American Frontier Art: Along the Oregon Trail by David Dittman, at the Belknap Exhibit Center. This unique exhibit will run from June 17 to August 24, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the rich history and rugged beauty…
Announcing the 2024 Outdoor Photo Contest
(Photo courtesy of Oregon Wild) Get Your Cameras Ready! This year’s photo contest is live and open for submissions! Every snapshot you take is more than just a photo; it’s a powerful message to inspire and protect Oregon’s natural heritage. So grab your camera and let your images become a vital part of our mission!…
A Cheer for All Fantastic Fathers
((L-R) Pottery by Peter Roussel, photography by Barbara Gonzalez, photography by Carolyn Waissman and watercolor by Dianne Lay) Hurray for Fathers’ Day! The Artists’ Gallery of Sunriver is ready to cheer for all fantastic Fathers on Saturday June 8, 4-6pm. Even though Father’s Day is officially June 16, come to the Gallery in The Village,…
Our Forest at Night Experience is OPEN!
(Illustration by Kyle Kosma) Introducing the Museum’s New Interactive Experience Forest at Night We’re thrilled to announce the opening of the Museum’s latest immersive experience Forest at Night, where visitors can discover the remarkable world of the High Desert’s nocturnal creatures and explore the critical significance of preserving darkness for their survival. Here’s what you…
June First Friday Gallery Events & Exhibit Openings
Bend/Old Mill First Friday Bend Senior Center 1600 SE Reed Market Rd. 541-388-1133 • bendparksandrec.org/facility/bend-senior-center The Bend Senior Center at the Larkspur Community Center is showing art by members of the SageBrushers Art Society. Come visit the facility and enjoy beautiful paintings in acrylic, oil, pastel, and watercolor, as well as outstanding photography. Showing through…
Make it FAMOUS
((L-R) Katie Daisy and Karen Eland. Photo courtesy of Famous Footwear) Famous Footwear Partners with Local Bend Artists on Murals Murals have become a landmark in Central Oregon; one can travel from city to city, across county lines, and find colorful murals created by local artists that tell a story about the place they are…
Mockingbird’s One Man Show
((Left) Flamenco, 34 x 34 x 24 bronze ed. 15. (Middle) Ebb & Flow, 17x21x10 bronze ed. 26. (Right) The Rooster, 24x16x11 bronze ed. 15) Dan Chen Celebrates the Natural World through Sculpting & More The renowned Mockingbird Gallery, an artistic and creative staple among the downtown Bend businesses, is hosting a unique showing that…
Call to Art ~ Deschutes County Sticker Contest
County Clerk Invites Middle & High School Students to Enter the 2024 “I Voted” Sticker Contest The Deschutes County Clerk’s Office invites local middle and high school students to enter the 2024 “I Voted” Sticker Contest before the June 30 contest deadline. Students in grades six through 12 are encouraged to design an original “I…