2009 Exhibitions and Events

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January 23 - March 6

Against the Wall: Layers Revealed - The Arts Fund is pleased to present this group exhibition featuring Alexia, Gary Bradley, Brett Hammond, Dave Matsick Jr., Larik Mezey, Daniel Ochoa, Mac Oliver, Vanae Mary Rivera, Forrest Rucker, and Think Tank. Aerosol art is a controversial medium, yet when one realizes the nuance and imagery an artist can achieve by manipulating a “burst” of paint, a spray can becomes a tool of immense creativity. Gallery visitors may be surprised to discover portraits of James Joyce, album covers from Rock‘n’ Roll legends and provocative social commentary emerging from a spray of paint.

Opening Reception: Friday, January 23, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

March 13 - May 8

2008 Individual Artist Award Group Exhibition - The 20th Annual Individual Artist Award Exhibition presents the 2008 IAA Winners and Honorable Mentions Recipients in Painting, Sculpture, Graphic Communications, and Music Composition. Artists on view include Richard Aber, Scott Anderson, Scott Chatenever, Joy Davis, Hugh Margerum, Kendall Pata, Joan Rosenberg-Dent, Susan Tibbles, Justin Weaver, and Stephen Wilcox. Now in its 20th year, this celebrated program has awarded over $156,000 in cash prizes and presented by exhibition or performance the work of 128 local artists in the visual, theatrical and literary arts.

Opening Reception: Friday, March 13, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

May 22 - July 10

2009 Teen Arts Mentorship Annual Group Exhibition - For 15 years The Arts Fund’s Teen Arts Mentorship program has provided a unique opportunity for talented high school students to work with master artists in our community. In a collaborative studio setting, participants receive individual guidance, produce portfolio-quality work, and explore career opportunities in the arts.

Opening Reception: Friday, May 22, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

July 24 - September 4

Forward Four: 2009 Colville Foundation Grant Recipient Artists - For the third consecutive year, The Arts Fund will host the William T. Colville Foundation grant recipient exhibition. This show features the engaging works of four artists: Peggy Wirta Dahl, Francine Kirsch, Shannon Richardson, and Nicole Strasburg. A collection of over 20 pieces in painting and sculpture by these winning artists will be on view, as well as several donated works from past grant recipients.

Opening Reception: Friday, July 24, 5:30 to 7:30 pm