Umpqua Valley Arts Association
Welcome in the Spring at UVAA 2008!
FACT OR FICTION?
In the 1800’s in Washington DC the Japanese government sent cherry trees to the US. Likewise, in 1994, the newly formed Shobu Delegation from Japan sent Umpqua Valley Arts Association cherry trees to offer their friendship to the artists in Roseburg. Headed by the then City Manager, Masao Kitamura, he and other delegates planted them here in the front entrance of our building. The Shobu delegation is once again coming to our area on their annual Oregon tour and we hope that Mr. Kitamura will stop by to see how they have prospered since their planting in summer of 1994! Come do the same....they look beautiful! FACT!
Ever noticed this plaque outside under the cherry tree on the right as you approached the UVAA steps?
Schedule of Summer Art Classes now available
Download a copy of the summer class schedule
Summer art classes will run from July 7 - August 6.
You can register for classes in person, over the phone or via fax: Monday - Friday, 9 am to 6 pm
Printed copies of the schedule will soon be available at the
Umpqua Valley Arts Association.
"REFLECTIONS"
- PHOTOGRAPHY AND GLASS SHOW
Opening public reception was held at UVAA, Friday, April 18th from 5-7pm! What a great party! Michael, Saeed and so many of the artists were here to greet everyone, thank you!
Photo's by John Waller; Imaging by Fox
Photo by John Waller, Imaging by Fox; UVAA artist member
Michael Lessner, of Michael James Photography has put together a wide collection of photography ranging in work from photography students, hobbyists and professionals for our visual enjoyment. Go to his web site at michaeljamesstudios.com to view more of Michael's work.
Saeed Mohtadi and the Eugene Glass School arrived with a colorful array of glass work from students and professionals alike; sure to please. Take a look at www.eugeneglassschool.org to check out some more of their glass.
Pastels in the Red Gallery from the Ardent Artists, member art in the Corridor Gallery and Vinita Pappas watercolors in Gallery II have provided the topping on the cake! Don't forget to take away a gift from the gift gallery, new stock is in!
Don't miss the opportunity to stop in and gaze, reflect and enjoy!
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS!
Join the UVAA for a “Tour of Studios” Saturday, May 10th!
The “Tour of Studios” is an opportunity for visitors to take a self-guided tour of working studios of participating area artists. Participating artists studio doors will be open between 10am and 4pm for visitors to meet with the artist, view their work and get a first hand glimpse of their creative process.
Stop by the arts center on Saturday, May 10th between 9:30 am and 2:30pm to participate by signing up. UVAA studios will also be open and artists will be here to demonstrate and display their work throughout the day.
Cost for UVAA members $5 and $10 for non-members, includes a map, a hand made paperweight of Michael Angelo's "David's Eye" from all of us at the UVAA (first of a five part series) and a raffle ticket for an oil painting by Jan Barba Horn!
Purchase a first time membership with the UVAA on Saturday and take the tour for free (limited to one participant per household, renewals not eligible). For more Information call 541-672-2532. www.uvarts.com
Self guided off site studio tour includes:
Lisa Joyce-Hill, Oil
Greg Price, Ceramics
J. Lynn Peterson, Watercolor, Collage and mixed
Marjorie Feldman, Oil
Diana Brown, Calligraphy
Hellene Higgins-Chapman, Acrylics
Susan Comerford, Oil
Art Glass Studio, Glass work
UVAA in house studios to includes:
Corrine Geddes, Weaving - Upstairs at UVAA
Teri Cremer, Watercolor – Corner Studio, East wing UVAA
Association of Writers, Studio East, East wing UVAA
Debbie Kelley, Beads, Embroidery and Dick Worthey, Wood Turning
Susan Rudisill, Oil and Charcoal, Gallery II
Martha Anderson, Watercolor, Gallery II
Ashley Cluver, Ceramics, Corridor
Elaine Moriarty, Watercolor, Lobby UVAA
Association of Writers, Poetry & Books, Studio East
First 50 participants through the door receive a ceramic tile/paperweight of Michael Angelo’s “David’s Eye.” First in a series of his body parts to come! Ha!
Coffee and munchies will be here to get you jump started!
"Time Flies When You're Having Fun" - 40th Annual Summer Arts Festival
We are gearing up for this year's Summer Arts Festival on June 27, 28 and 29 in Fir Grove Park.
We are going to be bumping up the excitement to help celebrate this years 40th by including some fun activities. The UVAA will sponsor its first 5K "Run Around The Arts," the Douglas County R/C Flyers will be here all three mornings doing flying demonstrations for our enjoyment and much more. ......
If you are an artist or food vendor and would like information about how to apply for booth space, please click on Festival Information for applications and deadlines.
Summer Arts Festival winner of the poster contest,
"Gracie and Friends," by Frances Carlson, Great Falls Montana
ADDITIONAL FESTIVAL HIGHTLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Inside the building: Alcove Gallery
Annual Membership Art Show - Wings and Wheels
Hallie Brown Ford and Red Galleries
Low Tide: Undetermined Species - The sculptural environments of Angela Haseltine Pozzi - Angela Pozzi produces mixed-media sculpture fantasy forms inspired by sea anemones, urchins, corals and other aquatic life. The works are bright, colorful, imaginative and great fun.
Artist Studios Open
Art Vendor booths and demo's in Gallery II
Outside the building:
Run Around The Arts - 5K Run. .... for $10 participant fee, anyone can walk or run. Sunday morning 9am. Same morning registration accepted.
Flying High! DC R/C Flyers will be doing flying demo's and holding an airplane exhibit for your viewing pleasure throughout each morning of the festival! Better Duck!
News
You can help Restore & Preserve the Arts Center!
Constructed in 1917, the building that is home to the Arts Center, is a community icon that is at the heart of our region’s art scene.
Age and usage calls for major restoration of the electrical system, plumbing repairs, installation of energy efficient windows and doors, updating the kitchen and bringing the sprinkler system up to code. In addition, we want to build a permanent stage and create greater access to the facility with an entrance off Harvard Avenue.
To achieve these goals, the Board of Directors has passed a resolution to begin a campaign to raise funds for building improvements.
While the campaign is in its initial planning phase, we ask you to consider helping support this project to restore and preserve this beautiful community icon by contributing to the building fund!
50/50 Saturdays -- (50 Artists on 50 Saturdays) Arts on the Rise!
UVAA is stepping it up! If you have not reserved your 4 hour slot to become a guest artist and host to meet and greet the public on a Saturday you're missing the boat! This is a great opportunity to take advantage of a free space in the lobby to put out your latest work on easels, business cards and or portfolio for those who stop by the arts center. This is and will become a great win/win for all of us. We need to YOU to help us market YOU! Our hope is to create a day where people look forward to coming in because an artist is "in the house."
April 5th - Renee Couture Ceramics
April 19th - Jill Waltenspiel UVAA Board Member
April 26th - Gena Tharp Acrylics
May 3rd - Dick Worthey Fine Wood Work
May 10th - 9 artists in house Tour of Studios
May 17th - Joan Arsenault Oils
May 31st - Diana Brown Calligraphy & demonstrations
June 21st - Association of Writers Poetry with readings
July 7th - Karen Glatz Ceramics
August 16th - Delores Spencer
October 11 - Association of Writers Poetry with readings
October 18 - KatSue Grant Poetry
STOP BY AND VISIT WITH AN ARTIST WHILE YOU SHOP
Gallery & Exhibition News
Take a look at the 2008 UVAA Exhibit Schedule2008 Gallery Schedule
Art-full After-hours in Studio East!
Studio East at the UVAA is open every first Monday of the month for artist gatherings to share information on shows, critiques and encouragements and the galleries will be open for viewing too. Open from 6:00pm thru 8:00pm. Stop by-- Coffee is always hot, company is always refreshing!
Monday, May 5th is our next artist gathering!! We will be holding a casual art critique that night, bring in some work.
Open Studio / Studio East
Studio East at the UVAA will be open to artists to paint every Monday beginning Monday, January 21, 2008. Oil painters can come from 9:00am thru 1:00pm and Watercolor painters can come from 1:30 thru 5:30. Fee per session is $6 member / $7 non-member. Artists can sign in at the front office and pay per session attended. Come paint and ENJOY!!
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