Welcome to the second issue of the ARTscan E-Newsletter! In this issue you will find new prose by Jennifer Kerr, and a profile of local artist Amy Gallaher, whose show, "Radius", opens on April 6th. In State of the Arts you will learn ways to support your local arts community, and Art and About and Under the Radar will help you find all of the cultural events in the coming months you won't want to miss. If you are a visual, literary, or performing artist, be sure to check out all the new Opportunities. We hope you enjoy this issue, and we'd like to encourage submissions for future publications of ARTscan. For submission information, for extended event listings and opportunities, and to learn more about Arts Council of Napa Valley, go to our website at www.artscouncilnapavalley.org. Enjoy!
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Michelle Williams / Executive Director
We have the great fortune of living in this valley, with good food and great wine on our tables, and art surrounding us everywhere we turn. We are artists, and supporters of the arts. We recognize the profound value arts have in our lives. We know how our children long to paint, dance, and sing, and we do all we can to create those opportunities in their lives. We, too, long to paint, dance, and sing, or to at least bear witness to this creativity. But our local arts need community support, and the time is now to speak up, act up, and do our part to make sure that Napa Valley is a place where all of the arts have a welcoming home.
There are varied challenges facing our creative community, and we must take a deep breath and look these issues square in the face. Our visual artists do not have enough places to show their work, our local performing artists lack a community performance venue, we have no cultural center, we have no government subsidies for the arts. We, as artists and arts supporters, have no physical place to go, no center where we can take classes, learn about the different arts events around town, where we can network with other lovers of art, where we can physically come together and create a coalition to support the arts in the valley. Possibly as a result of all these challenges, Napa artists sometimes undervalue their own time and work, which ultimately undermines the perceived value of the artistic community as a whole.
But none of these issues are insurmountable. If we work collaboratively and in the spirit of growth and possibility, we can create fertile ground for our arts to take root. We can build a strong, exciting arts scene that would compliment and enrich our wine-based culture, enhancing the time both locals and tourists spend in this valley.
Arts Council of Napa Valley is working hard in this direction. All of our programs and website are designed to strengthen our creative community, to connect artists and arts enthusiasts, and to foster creative growth in Napa County citizens of all ages. But we want to do much, much more. We want to be an organization by the people and for the people of this valley, throwing open our doors to embrace everyone who believes in the importance of local art. We want to open that cultural center, where artists, patrons, children and families are all welcome, where we would truly be able to serve as the touchstone for the arts in the valley.
However, change needs to happen on all levels. All artists in this valley should learn to recognize their worth, first by respecting the business side of their craft, and second, by understanding the value of the work they produce. In our artist development workshops, ACNV advises participating artists in a number of ways to improve their artistic lives: be good businesspeople, market yourselves, be clear on expectations both from yourself and your patrons, and deliver on time. But also, respect your work. For example, if a festival, an organization, or an individual asks for a donation that does not honor your work, think twice before accepting. Ask many questions, do research, and make a firm decision on how much pro-bono work you will do. There are many worthy causes in this valley, so choose the ones that are deeply respectful of your art, and of you, the artist.
Arts patrons and enthusiasts can also help bring about change. There are many things that can be done, for every kind of arts lover: • Write and submit an op-ed piece for your local paper about supporting our local performance, visual, and literary artists.
• Throw a dinner party and bring your artist friends together, and start a dialogue about the arts in the valley.
• Attend events like Third Thursday, starting April 21st in downtown Napa, where local businesses and galleries stay open late on the third Thursday of each month to present a variety of art, entertainment, wine tastings, and this year, chocolate!
• Make sure your child's school has an arts education program.
• Write or call your elected officials and tell them the impact that our local artists have in our community, the ones who live here and work here and know our children and who spend the money they make right here in Napa County, sustaining the growth and prosperity of our valley, as opposed to the touring artists who take our money and leave. Encourage those officials to subsidize an arts center for our community and a performance space for our actors, singers, and dancers.
• And tell your friends, the ones not yet involved with ACNV, that we want to hear from them. We want to know how best we can serve the county, and to band together everyone who loves the arts.
Working together, we can nourish our local arts, and create a rich, colorful, sustainable local creative community. Please join us in this mission.
By Kristina Young
Artist Reception: 4/8, 6-9pm
The Corner Gallery, 1324 Third St., Napa
Exhibit: April 1 - 30
Gallery Hours: Tues.- Fri. 10am - 5:30pm, Sat. 10am -4pm
(707) 257-3045
"My images are unadulterated representations of our world as well as new little worlds unto themselves, terrariums for the soul. The subjects are familiar or novel, yet always suggestive, leading the mind down paths of its own creation."
- Amy Gallaher
In her first solo show, entitled "Radius", Amy Gallaher invites us to stop and take the time to see the outside world in a new way, to notice things we see every day and often disregard. Using repetition, symmetry and circular patterns, she creates hypnotic, visual rhythms that allow our conscious minds to quiet.
The original photographs that she uses to create her finished pieces are purposely "un-extraordinary, everyday reflections." This choice allows the finished presentation to create the wonder, but "when you look close up, you see, 'oh, wow, it's just a picture of a tree'."
For this series of work, Amy begins the creative process with calm, simple, straightforward photos (mostly of the natural world: trees, water, clouds) that she has taken all over the country - from here in the Valley, to Mendocino, to her native Ohio, to the middle of the Pacific Ocean, shot off a boat. After selecting one digital image, she creates the finished piece in her computer using several programs. "The original image has shapes, which I put into another shape, and then rotate into another shape. All these shapes have to talk to each other." There is a perfection in these simple shapes and a soothing center to her pieces that mirror the natural world - bringing up images of snowflakes, flowers, even cellular structures. They can seem like geometric puzzles, but to Amy it's more about the concepts than the math itself.
As the title of her show suggests, the final shape of much of the work is circular. "The completeness and wholeness of the circle is important to me. The circle appears everywhere in the physical world; gravity itself demands it. It is both static and dynamic. It is complete unto itself. This elemental shape, combined with repetition and patterns, produces the environment for contemplation and response that I seek."
Her work brings up the ancient concept of the mandala, "Sanskrit for 'circle', 'center', or 'universe', depending on who you ask." In Tibetan Buddhism, the mandala is an imaginary temple or palace that is contemplated during meditation. "You could use my work to meditate to, but then you could use anything - a flower, a cloud, a tree... A lot of art is very personal, but this work isn't about me... I want to show the still perfection in everything around us... It has a calming effect, an uplifting effect. It's the high and low together."
In one piece (Sidewalk, 2005. 44" x 44"), Amy uses images of lowly sidewalk squares, copied and rotated into a circular pattern to show us something deeper. She elevates the idea of the ground we walk on, something we see everyday but never really notice, to something we can use to understand the nature of how we experience the world around us. "How many millions of sidewalk squares do we see in our lifetime but never really notice? It’s like how you have to see an ad so many times before it registers in your mind. It's so banal, this advertising maxim, but it betrays a much deeper truth about how we see things. We look but we don't see" I want to steamroll right through that and show the same thing a bunch of times all at once so your mind takes them in simultaneously and then you see more the thing itself."
Supporting herself as a freelance graphic designer for the last 9 years has taught Amy the technical tools she needs to create her digital work as well as a clear visual aesthetic. However, her mechanical mastery and vigilant business mindset also dampened her personal creative impulse: Amy's photo mandala idea had been incubating for 8 years. "I had this idea of what I wanted to make, but I couldn't figure out how to actually make it." Then when she was sitting in a hot spring thinking about the piece she wanted to make for the inaugural issue of Pearl Necklace, a local art and literary 'zine of which Amy is one of the 5 co-editors, the solution to her creative problem came to her. Amy says working on Pearl Necklace has encouraged her to give herself the permission to do something for the sake of doing it, and not for any other reason. "It has softened my own attitude and creativity to the point where I can let other ideas bubble up."
Finding her birth parents (also both artists) a couple of years ago along with a creative community in Napa has also given Amy firm ground to stand on as an artist. Now she is eager to share what she is making, as well as the impulse "to make something because you really just want to see it. For yourself. Not for a client or a specific audience." Now that she's made this work, she's really excited to share it. "I want everyone to see how much fun it was!"
Edited By Mary Shae
I pour my second cup of coffee, slide open the back door, and go out into the windy, gray day. All of the summer furniture has been put away, so I sit on the cement step off the garage. The row of arborvitae along the back fence - newly planted nubs last time I was here - now stand five feet, shoulder to shoulder. At their base, clumps of shasta daisies churn in the breeze, their white heads glowing against the wall of green.
A flock of birds moves above. Specks of black that spread out, then draw in, out, in, breathing. Their wings tip in unison, triangles turning in perfect synchronicity, and they glide over me and the house, shadows trailing across the lawn. I wonder what type of birds they are. Whatever species, they’re heading south -- too cold for them. I migrate in an opposite direction.
Rabbit munches on grass
Belly cupped by the earth
He does not see me
Haibun #3
My feet ease into the sand. I had forgotten the effort in walking on the beach, the strain on the arches of my feet, the burn in my calves. To my left, seagulls stand sideways, their beaks in their wings, asleep. The surf creeps between their pin legs, but they remain still. I look to the ocean. My father and I always loved the beach; we both liked to swim, lie on our outstretched towels and read, or simply look out to the water. When I was 12, he rented a cottage in the Hamptons on Labor Day. Before I went swimming, Dad warned that the surf was strong, that I was to be careful. If I felt the current, I wasn't to fight it, but float with it, raise my hand, alert him. I rolled my eyes and ran toward the waves.
I swam and swam. Eventually, I looked toward shore to tell my father I was all right. A couple people lay on towels. They didn't look familiar. A shock in my chest, as if a balloon burst, and heat ran down my arms. Treading water, I searched the beach. The lifeguard chair near us -- where was it? Far, far down shore. And next to it, Dad, waving. He was tiny. The current had pulled me all that way without my feeling it.
Empty water jug
Wind calls the leaves from the trees
I cannot rest
--Jennifer Kerr
Professional Artist Workshop Series (PAWS)
The first two workshops in the PAWS program, developed in partnership with The Napa Valley Heritage Fund, were a great success. Don’t miss the last two workshops in the spring series. In April, you’ll gain the benefit of successful artists’ hindsight, and in May, you’ll learn how to successfully find, write, and apply for grants. The goal of PAWS is to give working artists the business tools they need to be more successful at making a living through their art. PAWS consists of one 2-hour workshop a month, each workshop covering an element of becoming a viable, profitable artist. Please join us after each workshop for an hour-long networking social where you can chat with the workshop leaders and your fellow artists. Go to http://www.artscouncilnapavalley.org/portal/paw.html for more information. Sign up today!
• Taking the Next Step: Words of Wisdom From Successful Artists Wednesday, April 27th from 6-8 PM in the Art Room at NV College Upper Campus, 1088 College Ave (off of Pope Street) With Local Artists Gordon Huether, Gail Chase-Bien, and Caetlynn Booth.
Gain insight and inspiration from three local artists at various stages in their creative careers: accomplished metal and glass artist, sculptor & public artist Gordon Huether; acclaimed painter, singer and arts educator, Gail Chase-Bien; and Caetlynn Booth, emerging painter, photographer and co-editor of art and literary 'zine Pearl Necklace. These multi-talented artists will share their varied and sometimes unusual paths to becoming professional working artists.
• Grant Writing and Research for Artists and Arts Non-Profits Thursday, May 19th from 6-8 PM at the Napa Valley Opera House Café Theatre, 1000 Main St (in downtown Napa) With Frances Phillips of SF State University and the Walter and Elise Haas Fund.
Build your art career or your arts organization with grants from foundations, corporations, or government sources. Grantseeking is a competitive process and requires discipline and planning; but even modest grants can make a major difference in advancing your work. Learn the key elements of a strong grant proposal and ways to track down possible funding sources. Led by foundation program officer Frances Phillips, this workshop will help you to gain insight into "funder jargon" and provide an insider’s view of what foundations look for in proposals.
Artist Registry
ACNV's online Artist Registry is growing every day, allowing arts patrons and enthusiasts easy access to Napa Valley artists of many disciplines. The Registry provides a web presence for artists without websites, or an expanded web presence for those who do. Each participating artist has a full web page with resumes, biographies, artist statements, web sites and web links, contact information, and up to ten images, allowing a deep experience of each artist's work. Click here to see the online Artist Registry. ACNV would like to take this opportunity to thank and acknowledge all current participating artists:
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Alan Baribeault Carole Bersani Caetlynn Booth Josanna Borelli-Zavala Clare Carver Kristine Cummins Rebeccan Dant Sharon Dawson Tracy Fitzgerald Tamra Fox Emily Freiman Robert Gepford Gertrude Grieve Sherrell Harper Miki Hsu Leavey |
Michael Mountner Chuck Hudina Stephen Hunter Jeff Jacklich Grant Johnson Marshall Kent Kamel Khiralla Cheryl Laube Sanda Manuila Darlene Meltzer Victoria Mimiaga Michele Mitcavish Shelly Monte Fred Morse Joann Ortega |
Maash Pascal Meryam Pickard Eileen Reis Ann Renard Charles Ryan Mary Lee Shepard Lisa Splendid Barbara Stafford Elizabeth Stokkebye Angela Tirrell Gail Toland Christiane Tsouo-Harvey Kristina Young |
Many of these artists are in the process of building their pages, but even those with just the bare bones of a page are able to participate in Revolving Door Art (see below). For more information on the Registry, go to http://www.artscouncilnapavalley.org/portal/registry.html
Revolving Door Art
Do you want to see your art displayed in local wineries, businesses, and non-profits? Do you want your art to be an integral part of the community? ACNV has had such a huge outpouring of requests for local art that we've created Revolving Door Art, a new program through our Artist Registry. This program allows organizations to work with local artists to custom-create rotating exhibits. Each organization will choose a number of artists to rotate into their facility for a 3 to 6 month exhibit, and artists will be able to work with each organization to determine how and where their pieces are displayed. If a piece sells, the artist can replace it until the end of the exhibit. This program is a win-win: artists get their work out into the community, and organizations get a series of local artwork on their walls. Click here for more information on Revolving Door Art.
Latest Arts Events at ACNV Message Board
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Sat, April 9, 7-11pm Napa Valley Mustard Festival: The Mumm Napa Photo Finish View the beauty of the season through the lenses of photographers from far and wide. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and wine, jazz and classical music throughout the winery. Mumm Napa |
Sun, April 10, 1-3pm Copia Kids Garden Grand Opening! Children can explore the wonders of an organic edible garden and learn how various parts of a garden work together to create a food system. Educational and exploratory areas include the Gardeners' Shed; Herb, Flower and Vegetable Beds; a Fruit Tree Orchard; a Chicken Coop and Rabbit Hutch; a Habitat Walk; Compost Bins; and "Dig In," an area where children can dig and design their own mini-garden. COPIA |
Mon, April 11, 7pm An Evening With Ben Gazzara Presented by Napa Valley Arts & Lectures Speakers Series Ben Gazzara, acclaimed actor of stage and screen, will discuss his new book, In the Moment: My Life as an Actor, and share his compelling and intimate account of more that fifty years in film, theater, and television. Mr. Gazzara will answer questions from the audience and will sign copies of his books after the lecture. NV Opera House |
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Tues, April 12 - 15, 8pm Ben Gazzara as Yogi Berra in "Nobody Don't Like Yogi" Celebrates Berra's humor, loyalty and wisdom as he reflects on his baseball career and the great players who have worn pinstripes over the years. NV Opera House |
Sat, April 16, 5:00pm "Bay Area Art: Then and Now" Panel Discussion An enlightening talk by Bay Area art experts, Chester Arnold, Renny Pritikin and Michael Schwager. The panel discussion will delve into the local art scene from the early 1960's, when Rene di Rosa first began collecting, up through the present, and will also address the question of what makes art in the Bay Area unique from art in other places. $5 Members/$10 general public. RSVP required. The di Rosa Preserve: Art & Nature |
Thurs, April 21, 5:30pm (doors at 5pm) 2005 Artist Lecture Series - Mildred Howard Mildred Howard creates sculpture, installation and assemblage. Works such as Memory Garden, Phase 1 (Bottle House), 1990, reflect memory, ancestry, identity and place. Howard is inviting viewers to seek their own memories by experiencing her work. Free for Volunteers/$5 Members/$10 general public |
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Thurs, April 21 Third Thursday On The Riverfront 2005 Theme: Wine & Chocolate Come downtown and experience the exceptional character of our community’s culture. See what’s new, what’s hot and where to go every Third Thursday of every month for a lovely evening of discovery and enjoyment! Meet up with friends and family and celebrate our unique and incredible quality of life! Main Street & First Street, Downtown Napa |
Fri, April 29, 4pm 8th Annual Kitchens in the Vineyards Preview Party April 30, 9:30am-4:30pm 8th Annual Kitchens in the Vineyards Tour Self-guided tour features kitchens, dining rooms, entertainment areas, and gardens of 5 Napa Valley homes. Each home is styled by noted designers and florists. Tastings offered by Napa Valley chefs and caterers. Sponsor: Steve Gregory/Morgan Lane Real Estate; Benefiting Organization, Music in the Vineyards (chamber music festival August 5-21 at NV wineries). Advance $45, Doors $50 |
Sun, May 1, 10:30am-3:30pm di Rosa Scouts Host a day with Sam Yates This young, daring artist continues to wow art fans with labor-intensive conceptual works including his Untitled (Minuet in MG) "the tallest file cabinet in the world". Day begins with lecture by Yates at 11am (lecture limited to 80 people). Following lecture, 30 people will be able to join the artist for a brown bag lunch in the Sculpture Meadow followed by a hike to nearby Artesa Winery for wine tasting. di Rosa Preserve |
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Fri, May 6, 8pm A Tribute to Ray Brown A three-concert jazz series, "Some of His Best Friends....," honoring the musical life and legacy of legendary jazz bassist, Ray Brown. Among the other jazz artists invited to appear are Freddie Cole (singer/pianist brother of Nat), Christian McBride, John Clayton, Monty Alexander, Russell Malone, and Jeff Hamilton. NV Opera House |
Fri, May 6, 8pm Friday Night Flicks: Antonio Gaudí Director Hiroshi Teshigahara, 1984. This film follows every curve of the colorful, organic and sometimes erotic works of the Spanish architect who influenced Picasso, Miró and Dalí. The haunting score by Toru Takemitsu brings the fantastical visions of this architectural genius to life. 72 min-DVD-Not Rated. COPIA |
Thurs, May 19, 5:30pm (doors 5pm)
2005 Artist Lecture Series - Ray Beldner/Catharine Clark
Ray Beldner is a sculptor and installation artist who spent 5 years remaking famous 20th Century artworks out of sewn U.S. currency. Much of Beldner's work in the di Rosa Collection represents the conflicts and collisions between the natural world and the corporate world. Catharine Clark's gallery is known for representing and exhibiting emerging local artists. Clark has made her reputation by staying away from "safe" art and showing edgy, thought-provoking work. di Rosa Preserve |
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Thurs, May 19 Third Thursday On The Riverfront 2005 Theme: Wine & Chocolate - Come downtown and experience the exceptional character of our community’s culture. See what’s new, what’s hot and where to go every Third Thursday of every month for a lovely evening of discovery and enjoyment! Meet up with friends and family and celebrate our unique and incredible quality of life! Main Street & First Street |
Sat, May 21 & Sun, 22, 11am-5pm La Strada Dell'Arte Italian Street Painting Festival The grounds of the Garden Promenade at COPIA will be divided into 200 pavement "squares" sponsored by business, organization and individuals, which will be filled with chalk paintings. Music, food, wine, entertainment, raffle prizes and a children's section. Fundraiser for New Technology High School in Napa. COPIA |
Thurs, May 26 - Sun, 29 Sonoma Jazz+ Festival Thurs 5/26: Tony Bennett headlines the inaugural festival this Memorial Day weekend. Fri 5/27: The Field of Dreams Tent will host a celebration featuring two of the centerpieces of American popular song over the past 40 years, Isaac Hayes and Mavis Staples; Sat 5/28: Jazz vocalist Diana Krall; Sun 5/29: Steve Winwood, preceded by Boz Scaggs. Other acts include Regina Carter and Lizz Wright. The Sonoma Jazz + mainstage concert tent and festival grounds will be located at the Field of Dreams. In and around Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma |
Under the Radar
On Exhibit through Fri, April 15: Beginning Painting
NVC Instructor Nancy Willis’ Student Exhibition
"Making a painting is one of the most difficult things a person can do. To do so often goes against years of inner or outside voices saying one does not have the skill, confidence or time to do such a thing in a society that far too often does not recognize as valuable.
Making a good painting is open to subjectivity, criticism and judgment, thereby giving its creator one more chance to subvert the sense of accomplishment. Painting on location sets up its own set of obstacles; changing light, schlepping equipment up hill, and bringing the wrong paint are givens before paint touches canvas.
It is (my students’) achievements that have moved me, as their witness, to present their work in public. I am very proud of their accomplishments. Not only have they showed up, tried and overcome the risk of failure, but they also have made very good paintings. I can think of no act nobler in the spring of 2005." - Nancy WIllis. Napa Valley College, Upper Valley Campus Gallery, Monday through Friday 9-4, 1088 College Avenue, St. Helena, CA 94574
On Exhibit through Sat, April 30 The Solo Show: Storytelling Oil Paintings & Stories by Elizabeth Stokkebye
Napa/Sonoma Film & Music Institute, 1422C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, (707) 942-4333, www.elizabethstokkebye.com
On Exhibit: Sat, May 21- Sat, May 28
Nancy Willis: SFAI MFA Graduate Exhibition
Herbst Pavillion, Ft. Mason, San Francisco. San Francisco Art Institute's Master of Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition including work by St. Helena artist. http://www.sfai.edu/events/event.aspx?id=917
Sun, April 3, 4-6pm, Artists' Reception: Artists of the Valley -A Gallery of the Napa Valley Art Association
St. Helena Premium Outlet Mall, 3111 N. St. Helena Hwy., Suite 1-A, St. Helena, Honoring 16 emerging Valley artists joining the Gallery. Gallery Hours: Thurs - Mon, 10am-6pm, For more info, call Sherrell Harper 265-9050
Tues, April 5, 5-7pm, Artist Reception: Photography by Gene Dekovic
Exhibit showing through May 1. Calistoga Roastery, 1426 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga
Tues, April 5, 6 PM, Sinfonia Dinner Club
Young professionals (approximately 25-40 years of age) are offered Tuesday night dinner/concert ticket packages that include a group prix fixe dinner, an educational talk about the evening's concert, and a concert ticket. This informal social atmosphere provides participants with a relaxed, interactive concert-going experience. Open to singles, couples, and groups. Dinner starts at 6:00, and the symphony concert is at 8:00. The next Sinfonia dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 5th at Hurley's Restaurant & Bar in Yountville, CA, and the last Sinfonia dinner of the season will be held on Tuesday, May 24th at the Napa Valley Grille in Yountville, CA. The total cost for dinner and the concert is $45.
Wed, April 6, 7-10pm; Music at 8pm, Pearl Necklace Night: Moms, Music and Spaghetti
Caffe Cicero graciously hosts an evening of comfort food and groovy tunes to help raise funds for local art ‘zine Pearl Necklace. Enjoy live music by Amber Estrada, Brooke Aved, Lindsey Suedkamp, Diego Kennedy and Diana Wallis. Bask in the joy of supporting a truly unique artistic venture, based right here in Napa! Pearl Necklace is an independently published magazine that features contributions from daringly creative people in the North Bay and beyond. Issues are released quarterly and include art, interviews, poetry, commentary, reviews, recipes, fashion, contests and more. The ‘zine gives local artists an opportunity to explore new themes and expose their work to a wide audience. Caffe Cicero, 1245 First Street, Napa, $15 cover; $35 prix fixe dinner and cover, www.pearlnecklacezine.com
Fri, April 8, 6-9pm, Artist Reception: Radius Photographic and illustrative works by Amy Gallaher
Radius - Solo exhibit of photographic and illustrative works by Amy Gallaher. Exhibit: April 1 - 30
Gallery Hours: Tues.- Fri. 10:00am - 5:30pm, Sat. 10:00am -4:00pm. The Corner Gallery, 1324 Third St., Napa (707) 257-3045
Sat, April 23, 6-10pm, Napa Valley Renaissance
A Renaissance-Themed Fundraiser for River School... An evening of live and silent auctions; abundant food, wine and ale tasting, live performances by local musicians as well as jugglers, minstrels and jesters. New features this year include: The Pub, "Mr. Romance" and a few surprises! Revelers are asked to come in period attire. Indoor/Outdoor Event - Please dress warmly, General Admission - $50, River School Parents - $40, Please Note: No tickets will be sold at the door, Must be 21 yrs of age. This event was SOLD OUT last year! V. Sattui Winery, 111 White Lane, St. Helena, www.riverschool.org/nvr
Wed 4/27, 6-8pm, ACNV Professional Artist Workshop Series: Taking the Next Step-Words of Wisdom From Successful Artists
Gain insight and inspiration from three local artists at various stages in their creative careers: accomplished metal and glass artist, sculptor & public artist Gordon Huether; acclaimed painter, singer and arts educator, Gail Chase-Bien; and Caetlynn Booth, emerging painter, photographer and co-editor of art and literary 'zine Pearl Necklace. These multi-talented artists will share their varied and sometimes unusual paths to becoming professional working artists. Please join us after the workshop for an hour-long networking social. Art Room at NV College Upper Campus, 1088 College Ave, St. Helena, $25 (members), $50 (non-members), (707) 257-2117 x106, www.artscouncilnapavalley.org
Sun, May 1, 2-5:30pm, Valley Men Who Cook
Gourmet food, fine wine, live music and contemporary art are just a few of the delights found at this crowd-pleasing event. Participating artists include: Jocelyn Audette, Mike Fitzpatrick, Sherrell Harper, Ed Grant, Lisa Livoni, Sanda Manuila, Kristi Rene, Sally Rosenbaum, Gail Toland, Christiane Tsouo-Harvey
All net proceeds are donated to Tsunami disaster relief. Culinary Institute of America, St. Helena, $45 Advance $50 at the Door, Children 6 and under Free, (707) 963-4456
Sun, May 1, 5-7pm, Sal Garcia and Calixto Robles Artists' Reception
Noted for his unique use of color, Sal Garcia is an artist of unusual range working in painting, printmaking, sculpture and woodcarving. Sal has found art to be a path of expression that combines his interests in the spiritual as well as the political. His art varies in composition but is strongly influenced by Pre-Columbian themes.
The work of painter and printmaker Calixto Robles is inspired by the myths and symbols of the ancient traditions of his native Mexico. He has been a member of the California Society of Printmakers since 1993 and has taught silk-screen printmaking at the Mission Cultural Center in San Francisco since 1992.
The work of both of these internationally exhibited artists is also collected by renowned musician Carlos Santana. Exhibit runs through the end of August. Presented By The Harley Bruce Gallery and Carlos Santana Markham Vineyards' Harley Bruce Gallery. RSVP to Tanya Villanueva (707) 963-5292 x34, Gallery Hours: 10am to 5pm daily, www.markhamvineyards.com
Sun, May 1, 3;30pm and 7pm, Napa Valley Chorale: Requiem
Jan Lanterman, Artistic Director & Conductor and Mark Teeters, Conductor present the Requiems of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Gabriel Fauré. Soloists: Carol Kessler, soprano, Tania Mannion, mezzo soprano, William Gorton, tenor, and Jeffrey Fields, bass. Mont La Salle Chapel, 4401 Redwood Road, Napa, $25, (707) 251-6165, www.napavalleychorale.org
Sat, May 7, 2-5pm on the river, 5pm-? downtown Napa Celebrate the Napa River!
Enjoy recreation and education on and along the banks of the Napa River. Boating and kayaking on the river, the River Walk between Trancas and Lincoln Avenues, historical displays and activities at the Hatt Plaza & Copia and more. At Copia (500 First St., Napa): 25 kinetic fish sculptures created to celebrate creativity and the Napa River as valuable natural resources. The Flying Fish is a public art project presented by The Calistoga Art Center and Squalicarti Studio. Participating Artists: Jocelyn Audette, Heidi Barrett, Gina Cerda, Paul D'Antilio, Steve Della Maggiora, Layla Fanucci, Susan Getz, Yvonne Henry, Lowell Herrero, Karen Lynn Ingalls, Shawnee Johnson, Josanna, Jessel Miller, Hanna Norman, Jan Noble, Anne Pentland, Nancy Shapiro, Roy Stark, Elizabeth Stokkebye, Betsy Strebe, Vicki Victoria, Paul Youngman, Marlene Zullo. In the evening, select Napa Downtown Merchants will be pulling out all the stops with special evening hours, restaurant menus, wine tastings, art shows, entertainment and other activities. Discover why the Napa River is so vital to the community, have a lot of fun, and maybe walk away with a prize or two! Friends of Napa River: (707) 254-8520, www.friendsofthenapariver.org
Sun, May 8, 1-5pm, Cats n’ Jammer Jazz Band
Seven piece New Orleans & San Francisco-style Jazz. The DixieCats (youth band), play from 1-1:30 PM. Large dance floor. Sponsored by the Napa Valley Dixieland Jazz Society (a non-profit org.). Elk's Lodge, 2840 Soscol Avenue, Napa, $10 Adults; $3 Ages 12-17; Under 12 free, (707) 226-5285 or (707) 253-0951
Tues, May 10, 5-7pm, Artist Reception: Karen Lynn Ingall's Paintings
Calistoga Roastery, 1426 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga, Exhibit runs May 1-June 26
Sat, May 14, 2-4pm, Artists' Reception: Group Show at Bank of America
Downtown Branch, 1700 First Street, Napa
Sat, May 14, afternoon, Artists' Opening: Richard Satava: New Works 2005
Internationally renowned for his Jellyfish weights and sculptures, and for his lidded Nautilus vases, this is a rare and unique opportunity for the collector to see such a comprehensive showing of Stavava’s creations.
Apart from his vivid portrayals of nature, the artist is also world-famous for his use of reds in his works, red being a notoriously difficult color for glass artists to work with. In fact such is his renown that other artists have coined the term "Satava Red" as a sign of respect for their fellow artisan’s accomplishments in his chosen field. He uses ancient techniques in creating his original designs, carefully combining artistic creativity with the highest level of technical skills, honed over three decades, to create each individually crafted work. RASgalleries, 6540 Washington Street, Yountville
Exhibition runs May 14 - June 26, Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays by appointment, (707) 944-9211, www.rasgalleries.com
5/19, 6-8pm, ACNV Professional Artist Workshop Series: Grant Writing & Research - Cold Hard Cash for Artists & Non-Profits
Build your art career or your arts organization with grants from foundations, corporations, or government sources. Grant seeking is a competitive process and requires discipline and planning; but even modest grants can make a major difference in advancing your work. Learn the key elements of a strong grant proposal and ways to track down possible funding sources. Led by Walter & Elise Haas Fund program officer Frances Phillips, this workshop will help you to gain insight into "funder jargon" and provide an insider’s view of what foundations look for in proposals. Please join us after the workshop for an hour-long networking social. NV Opera House Cafe, 1000 Main Street, Napa, $25 (members), $50 (non-members), (707) 257-2117 x106, www.artscouncilnapavalley.org
Sat, May 21, 11am-4pm, Tapas Cooking Class
Hands-on cooking class about "Tapas" with Chef Cindy Race. Tapas are those wonderful appetizers from Spain that everyone is talking about. Includes recipe handouts, hands-on instruction, meal of recipes prepared; wine & beverages served. All equipment, tools and aprons are provided. CasaLana B&B, , 1316 South Oak Street Calistoga, $160 per person, (707) 942-0615 or (877) 968-2665, www.casalana.com
Sun, May 22, 11am-4pm, West Park Elementary School's 9th Annual Carnival
A special fun-filled day for the community. Pony Rides, games, face painting, jump tent, rock wall, entertainment and more.
Free Admission, Tickets needed for Games (707) 253-3516
Fri, May 27, Save the Date! Pearl Necklace Zine Issue #3 Release Party
Location and time TBA, Please visit their web site for the latest information: www.pearlnecklacezine.com
For current events in Napa Valley, or to post your own event, please utilize the new ACNV Message Board.
Calls for Artists/Artist Opportunities
May 6 - Riverbend Sculpture Biennial
Sponsored by Owensboro (KY) Public Art Commission, seeks professional artists to design site specific outdoor sculpture. Seven commissions totaling $380,000 are available. Deadline for submitting Proposals/Slides: May 6, 2005. For Prospectus or entry information contact Owensboro Public Art Commission, c/o Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, 901 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301. See www.opublicart.org, www.omfa.us and click on Riverbend or call OMFA, 270-685-3181
May 21 & 22 - La Strada dell’Arte - Italian Street Painting Festival
New Tech High School Benefit - Weekend Festival to be held at COPIA. Professional and amateur artists of all ages sought to participate in this Festival. Call the Development Office, New Technology Foundation: 259-8524 for an application and more information.
May 31 - Call to Artists: aRT/mUSIC Sebastopol Center for the Arts
Open to any artists living in CA, working in any media, including video, that explores music related images, themes or symbols, creating a connection between music and art or responding to a specific piece of music. Hand delivered entries only accepted at SCA on Tues., May 31, 3-6pm. Slide or photo entries must arrive by 5pm, May 31. Exhibit: 6/16-7/17. Entry fees: $12 per entry (non-members), $8 (members). Membership is $35 annually. Max 3 entries per artist. Cash awards. Prospectus: SASE to Sebastopol Center for the Arts, aRT/ mUSIC, 6780 Depot Street, Sebastopol, CA 95472 or online at www.sebarts.org or email satripmonitor.net or phone (707) 829-4797.
June 30, 5pm - Call for Proposals: Public Art
West Berkeley Rail Stop & Transit Plaza - Open to all Bay Area artists. Looking for friendly, welcoming artwork for entrance to reflect/ involves West Berkeley community and its history. Proposed construction of the rail stop to be completed Summer 2005. Civic Arts Program Office/ Attn: Mary Ann Merker, Arts Program Director/ 2180 Milvia St., 3rd Floor/ Berkeley, CA 94704. For more info: www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/redevelopment
Ongoing: Call For Artists/Teachers
All disciplines (photography, poetry, dance, theater, painting, ceramics, fiber arts, printmaking, etc.) to teach in
Arts in Mental Health Program at Napa State Hospital on p/t basis. On going application process for professional artists. Contact Sally Denman 707-253-5981, artsnapajuno.com.
Ongoing: SFMOMA's Artists Gallery Seeks Art for Exhibition
SFMOMA Artists Gallery call for submissions. All Media Gallery programs include solo exhibitions, group and theme shows, and occasional career retrospectives of mature artists. The Artists Gallery maintains a selection of work ranging stylistically from traditional still lifes and landscapes to cutting-edge new-genre pieces done in experimental media. For info on slide submission contact: SFMOMA Artists Gallery, Bldg. A. Fort Mason Center, SF, CA 94123. Phone: (415) 441-4777
Ongoing: "Mint Lofts" Seeks Works of Art for Exhibition
We are seeking artists to display works in the corridor of the Mint Lofts at 410 Jessie, San Francisco. The building, which consists of many dynamic live/work and commercial office spaces, is the home of some highly creative architecture, advertising, marketing, art/design-related firms and, of course, people. This is an ongoing project that will showcase the works of 2-4 artists for 2-month periods of time. Our goal is to provide local artists with a public/private space to display and sell works. Although this is not a gallery, the space will provide more traffic than a typical gallery and consistent exposure to interested buyers. There is no charge to showcase works and artists will receive 100% of all sales (of which I will help to facilitate). Contact: Jamieson Lee Chandler, Martin Building Co., 54 Mint Street, Fifth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103. Phone: 415-348-4667. Email: jamiesonmartinbuilding.com
April 7-9 from 9am -4pm Collage & Assemblage: Techniques for Contemporary Painters
Explore the creation of images from a combination of sources: Found objects, printed materials, and painted surfaces. Emphasis on gluing, pasting, assemblage, painting, and combining found, cut and torn images. Hands-on demonstrations, experimental and visual risk-taking encouraged. The ever-popular medium of collage techniques is for artists of all levels. Handouts provided. Workshop Includes: Introduction to techniques and materials; Demonstrations and assignments; Composition and color theory; Developing textures and combinations; Paper collages; mixed media and acrylic paint; and found objects, "art from scrap". Instructor: Bob Burridge, The Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma, $190 SCC members, $210 Non members, (707) 938-4626 x1, www.sonomacommunitycenter.org
Sunday, April 10, 9am-4pm, Art Marketing: How to Cash in Without Selling Out
Join fellow emerging and professional artists and learn the secrets from professional painter and teacher, Robert Burridge and his Marketing Director, Kate Burridge. Even if you have read all the art marketing books, get the practical guidelines you need firsthand from the artist and his marketing manager who do this everyday. The Burridges have assembled, compiled and distilled most everything that an artist should know on how to sell their art. Students will take home preprinted notes of useful and need-to-know information. Topics included: How to photograph your artwork, write great artist statements, put together a winning portfolio, pricing, copyright law, how to find and keep the perfect gallery, and much more.
Instructors: Bob & Kate Burridge, $63 for SCC members, $70 for Non members. The Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma, (707) 938-4626 x1, www.sonomacommunitycenter.org
Summer Arts Camp - Art from Around the World
Come have fun and learn art techniques from different cultures. Art camp is a weekday morning experience for ages 6-12 year olds to specialize in art education. Our skilled instructors offer pottery, painting, sculpture, decorative crafts and much more. Each day of camp students will have two classes and a break for snack and outdoor play. We introduce interesting and challenging art projects that encourage success without judgment in a fun filled atmosphere. Bring a healthy snack and your imagination. Register today space is limited. June 20-24 Europe, June 27-July 1 North America, July 11-15 South America, July 18-22 Central America, July 22-29 Africa, August 1-5 Asia, August 8-12 Mexico, August 15-19 Sampling of different continents. MON-THUR, 9am-Noon FRI, 9am -12:30pm $135 SCC members, $145 Non Members, To register stop by the Center, 276 East Napa St., Sonoma, CA 95476, or call 707-938-4626 ext.1, www.sonomacommunitycenter.org, Financial Assistant Grants available.
Literary Arts
May 1 - Get on the Bus - Non Fiction Anthology - Call for Submissions
CITY|SPACE solicits contributions to its forthcoming anthology of nonfiction stories about bus travel. Contributions might recount a conversation overheard, a lover met, an object discovered--or simply a few moments spent in boredom. Whether they reveal the surprise lyricism of a cross town trip in Oakland or the banality of a transcontinental expedition across Asia, all accounts of experiences in, around, or waiting for a bus are welcomed. Submissions may be in any style but must be nonfiction, composed in English, and approximately 300-1200 words in length. First-person accounts and those on urban themes are especially encouraged. Deadline: May 1, 2005, though early submissions are strongly encouraged. Send all submissions to getonthebuscity-space.org. Please feel free to write for more information. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, CITY|SPACE is a cultural organization dedicated to exploring the built environment through events and exhibitions in a wide range of disciplines, including design, visual art, cultural landscape research, and film. www.city-space.org
Ongoing: Omnidawn Publishing is Seeking Poetry for the Next Year
FABULIST AND NEW Wave fabulist (literary/possibly genre-crossing forms of speculative fiction, science fiction, fantasy, horror) short stories. No fees. Paid royalties. For submission guidelines, visit www.omnidawn.com E-mail questions to submissionsomnidawn.com. No electronic submissions. Submit to Omnidawn, Publishing, PO Box 5224, Richmond, CA 94805-5224
Performance Arts
May 2 & 4, 7pm - Auditions for 'Gypsy'
Vallejo Music Theatre will hold auditions for the Arthur Laurents, Jule Styne and Stephen Sondheim Broadway musical production of 'Gypsy' at St. Patrick/St. Vincent High School, 1500 Benicia Road, Vallejo. Callbacks are set for May 5. Rehearsals begin May 9 and the show opens July 8 at the Fetterly Playhouse for the Arts in Vallejo and will run 12 performances over four weekend, closing July 30. 'Gypsy' will be directed by Jonathan Rosen, of Santa Cruz, musical direction by Kristy Juliano, of Vallejo and Choreography by Liz Andrews, of Fairfield. Auditioners are asked to prepare a musical number from any Broadway musical, except 'Gypsy' and to please bring sheet music (an accompanist will be provided), or a CD or tape without vocals. No singing auditions will be allowed without accompaniment. Wear comfortable clothing and bring dance shoes for choreography auditions. Women dancers are asked to also bring a pair of high heels for the choreography auditions. Roles to be cast include 3 Young Ladies ages 8 through 12; four or more Newsboys ages 7 through 12; two Female Leads ages 16 through 22; several Farm Boys ages 15 through 20; several Hollywood "Blondes" ages 15 through 20; several men and women ages 21 through seniors. For information call Managing Director Judith Brown at 707.649.2787 or 707.265.0733.
April 11, 12 at 7pm - Dreamweavers Theatre Audition Notice: Sylvia
by A.R. Gurney 2 Males, 2 Females. Headshots and resumes are not necessary. No reservations are required. Cold reading from script. Synopsis: Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg's career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate's career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park or that has found him bearing only the name "Sylvia" on her name tag. Performances: Jun 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17. 1637 West Imola Ave. Napa, CA. 707-255-LIVE (5483), http://dreamweaverstheatre.org/2005/sylvia.html
The Mission of the Arts Council of Napa Valley is to support a thriving and diverse creative community by expanding arts education, collaborating with arts organizations, and nurturing the development of artistic talent. ACNV is at the service of all Napa County artists and arts organizations, serving as a touchstone and support network for all the arts. Our primary programs include Arts in Education, the Professional Artist Workshop Series, the annual Open Studios Tour, and the ARTscan E-Newsletter. ACNV welcomes community input and involvement, and encourages communication via phone or email. The ACNV office is located in downtown Napa; office hours vary, so please call ahead.
Volunteer Opportunities: ACNV is always on the lookout for more stellar volunteers. Currently, we are seeking people for the following positions:
Artist Registry Administrator (2-3 hours/week)- work with our Registry Coordinator by following up with artists who submit, calling for missing information, and maintaining the database.
Membership Coordinator (2-3 hours/week)- work with staff to maintain the membership database, update contact information, and assist in membership mailings
Events Volunteers (varies)- we need 2 volunteers per PAWS series for set-up, ticket taking, and break-down of each event. Volunteers would be admitted to PAWS at no charge.
"Mailing Party" Volunteers - periodically, ACNV has a "mailing party" when we stuff, stamp, label and seal over 2000 envelopes.
If you have just a few hours a week to commit to helping us support the arts in our community, we’d certainly love to have you join us! Basic computer knowledge is all that is required for the Registry and Membership positions. If you are available for any of these positions, call or email today!
The term "Wappo" Indians is a misnomer. It comes from the Spanish word for handsome, guapo, which the Spanish used to describe the Native Americans they found here. So, while there were many Indians that were considered guapos, there was no actual tribe of Wappo Indians.
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