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Pinky, acrylic commissioned painting, 11"x 17" by Natalie A. Nieman Cascade A&E is a publication of Cascade Publications Inc., locally owned and operated since 1994 and published in Bend,Oregon the Wednesday before First Friday every month. For editorial and advertising information call 541-388-5665. Send calendar and press releases to ae@cascadeae.com or A&E 404 NE Norton Ave., Bend OR 97701. Cascade A&E is available for free all over Central Oregon or $25 for a year subscription. Subscriptions outside Central Oregon are $30 a year. cascadeAE.com

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If We Don’t Have Art…

What Do We Have? by MARCEE HILLMAN MOEGGENBERG — A&E Editor/Production Director

riginally from the Bay Area in Northern California, Bend artist Natalie A. Nieman started drawing at the age of four. “My mom reminds me of when I drew mice all over the inside of my closet with a sharpie… I guess I didn’t want to get caught!” She then graduated to finger painting, and her dad would wallpaper the garage with her ‘art.’ She was always entering art contests at an early age, winning first place every time. “I drew action figures and animal cartoons,” Natalie says, smiling as she looks back on what an accomplishment that was. “Now, painting helps me focus on positivity and lets me express myself — whether it’s out of frustration, loneliness or joy. Just really depends on my mood.”

Natalie with a few of her paintings done in acrylics

Shiba, watercolor, pen, pencil and ink, 11"x 17" by Natalie A. Nieman

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Natalie believes natures is what inspires her the most. “What gives me serenity is being outside and seeing nature in its authentic form — living and dead,” she continues. “Today is all we have, so I try to be in the moment and realize how lucky we are to live here.” The passion behind Natalie’s art is her interest in what what people view as ‘beauty.’ “Like the saying… beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” Natalie said. “There are those symbols that seem to be taboo to some, and welcomed by others. For instance, snakes. Some people see a snake and think they are evil or scary, and some see them as magnificent. It’s just the interpretation. And that is what is so great about nature — that we all have our own perceptions and reactions to different images and concepts. Also, I seem to gravitate towards images of strong women. Kind of like superheroes that are within us all. It’s more of a feeling than anything… having our animal friends to magnify our strength — like a yin and yang relationship.” When I asked Natalie about her favorite medium, she stated, “I work acrylics, watercolor, pen, colored pencil and ink. I like acrylics because you can cover up mistakes — and the more covering up, the more texture you get. Also with acrylics, you can set aside a painting that is unfinished for a long time, and be able to come back to it with fresh eyes and kind of start again from where you left off… I have a lot of unfinished painting these days,” she said with a chuckle. “It’s funny though, I was always adamant about finishing a painting in the same sitting, no matter how long it took. These days I take my time. Must be my age now… there really is no hurry. “Watercolor and pen are super fun to work with too, but a little less forgiving,” she continues. “Acrylic and watercolor are two very distinct techniques. They are so different, and I love that. I like

change and experimenting with different things.” At the moment, Natalie doesn’t have a specific art scene, but figures it may be time to do something about it. “I’ve been here for almost four years, and [I] kind of keep to myself and paint at home. I’m more of an observer of the artists here in town. There is so much great talent! I’m always comparing my work to others, which has inhibited me,” she stated shyly. “I have heard all my life, why don’t you sell/display your paintings, etc? I don’t really have an answer to that. I have always painted for other people as gifts, now I seem to paint more for myself and they are piling up in my art studio.” Natalie sees art is in everything, saying if we didn’t have art, what do we have? “Everything is art if you think about it… Art is in food, music, nature, people, animals — EVERYTHING. So it’s pretty important! I don’t think I would be alive if it wasn’t for art.” Natalie is the production artist for Cascade A&E Magazine, as well as handling designs and online communications for Cascade Publications Inc. She has over 20 years of experience in the production and design fields, including a bachelor of arts degree in visual communications/graphic design from California State University, Chico. After a short visit to Bend in 2016, Nieman fell in love with the area and decided to relocate. She enjoys painting, animals and adventure as well as making new friends and trying new things. “Thanks to the Cascade A&E team, I am able to display my paintings. Thank you for giving me the opportunity!”

Hekate, watercolor, pen, pencil and ink 11"x 17" by Natalie A. Nieman

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F irst Friday / Bend Exhibits

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of a renowned 19th century naturalist, ornithologist and painter in The Image Art in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing Hunter: On the Trail of John James Audubon, on display thru January 31, 2021. 550 NW Franklin St. The Image Hunter touches on North America as seen by John James Audubon Art in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing, (1785-1851). Indigenous people knew the rich flora and fauna of the continent. opening November 3, 2020, exhibits In the early 1800s, Audubon traveled the country for over a decade to create artwork by Emma Carpenter, a high his opus, The Birds of America (1827-1839). He described a number of North school sophomore, as well as by inmates American birds to Euro-Americans, including the Bell’s vireo and Western of Oregon correctional institutions. The meadowlark. This color-plate book of 435 watercolors reproduced from handexhibit continues through November engraved plates has been considered among the finest ornithological works of 28, 2020. its time. Emma Carpenter continues her first In 2011, Italian muralist and freelance illustrator Hitnes viewed Audubon’s gallery exhibition of artwork created artwork at the New York Historical Society. Inspired, he embarked on a threein the past two years. Working in her Tangled Line Hyena, pencil on paper by Emma Carpenter month journey to retrace the steps of Audubon and see what remained of the favorite digital medium as well as graphite, the talented young artist attended only two formal art classes, both wildlife he encountered in the making of his masterpiece. Along the way, Hitnes through public school. With a high GPA, she now participates in Advanced created a variety of works, from large-scale, vibrant murals to miniture etchings. Continuing thru March 7, 2021 is Daredevils, celebrating daredevils that Placement & honor classes, receiving college credits. (emma-carpenter.com) Also featured in the current exhibit are artworks by of inmates of Oregon brought spectacle to the High Desert. Daredevils explores the meaning riskcorrectional facilities facilitated by Visions of Hope, through a project begun taking plays in our lives, why daredevils capture our imaginations and the many 18 years ago. In 2002, Carol and Bob Higgins, former Bend school teachers, reasons they have been drawn to High Desert landscapes to execute their feats. became missionaries. They visited northern Uganda — then torn by onLayor Art + Supply going civil war — and met numerous children orphaned by the conflict. 1000 NW Wall St., Ste. 110 Returning in 2003, the Higgins responded to desperate pleas to rescue 541-322-0421 • layorart.com these orphans from the violence of the Lord’s Layor Art + Supply is excited Resistance Army (LRA), notorious for the to welcome back a Bend Favorite, capture and heinous mistreatment of children. Erik Hoogen. He will be gracing (Visions of Hope, Dale Russell, dale@visions-hope. us with his unique, and colorful org, 541-420-6611). paintings that range from Tigers Billye Turner, art consultant, curates the to our crowd favorite, our iconic Franklin Crossing displays. For information, Central Oregon Mountainscapes. purchase of displayed artwork, contact at Bend Mountain Scape by Erik Hoogen Further, Layor will be offering a billyeturner@bendnet.com or 503-780-2828. mini show to Dr. Emily Livingood. She will be showing her unique bird centered watercolors that celebrate the High Desert Museum beauty in nature. Both shows begin November 6. **Although there won’t be 59800 S Hwy. 97 a First Friday show, the public is encouraged to view them during our regular 541-382-4754 • highdesertmuseum.org In a new exhibition at the High Desert Museum, business hours. Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 11am-4pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Ducks by Hitnes a contemporary muralist and artist explores the work

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Old Mill District (detail), 2017, fiber with Mockingbird Gallery overstitching, 34" x 42" framed 869 NW Wall St. 541-388-2107 mockingbird-gallery.com Here at Mockingbird Gallery, we are fortunate to have so many gifted artists participating in this month’s show. Our artists are inspired by nature, wildlife, people and places. Each artist will use this opportunity to share their unique approach and individual inspiration with the public. Mockingbird is proud to have rehung the walls with the work of our very talented group of artists, to give the gallery a very fresh and distinctive vibe. This show will be unveiled on Friday November 6. This current exhibit will run thru the month of November.

“I thought it appropriate for this month to show two of my works as tribute to our military, and specifically the U.S. Marine Corps. During a trip to Washington D.C., we ART were struck by how emotional and powerful this memorial appears. I STUDIO GALLERY titled the paintings Uncommon Valor I and II, as we read that “Uncommon valor Collaborating Artists fighting at Iwo Jima in WWII in 1945.” was a common virtue” ofTwin the soldiers Creating Truly One of A Kind The exhibit also includes four local landscapes and a reclining buck. Brown’s Fine Art work has an unusual texture to it due to her use of rice paper. She paints in watercolor directly onto the rice paper, and controls her edges by using a Batik method normally reserved for paintings on silk or other fabrics. The High Desert Art League (HDAL) arranges the monthly rotating art Open Wed - Sat andthe First Friday exhibits at Oxford Hotel. Besides being a member of HDAL, Brown Located in a 2nd story loft in the is a member of the Watercolor Society of Oregon and the Tumalo Art Company — where her work is always on display — and at hbrownart. com. Interested collectors visiting the Oxford may contact Helen Brown at hbrownart@aol.com. Old Mill District (detail), 2017, Fiber with overstitching, 34 x 42” framed

Lubbesmeyer Studio & Gallery Old Mill District, second story loft 541-330-0840 • lubbesmeyer.com The Lubbesmeyer twins offer a range of work created in fiber and paint. Through the twins’ collaborative process, they distill literal imagery into vivid blocks of color and texture, creating an abstracted view of their surroundings. Call the studio for hours and appointments.

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Uncommon Valor I by Helen Brown Uncommon Valor II by Helen Brown

Oxford Hotel 10 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-382-8436 “Batiks” for the “Boutique,” the Oxford presents an exhibit of batik watercolor paintings by Helen Brown during the month of November.

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“Out of the Loop”, mixed media painting by Sue Vordenberg, showing at Schoolhouse Produce through November Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020

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four very special artists, beginning the First Friday of this November. Anton Pavlenko is an accomplished landscape oil painter from Portland, with a rich and textural style. “A good painting begins with experience — often outdoors in the elements,” said Anton. “I prefer to focus less on capturing a visual snapshot and more on a dynamic observation which employs all of my senses.” Our second featured artist is a well-known, local artist Donald Yatomi. He is known for painting scenes and objects from everyday life in a compelling style. “My work is about the industrial mundane, the urbanized deserts and the metropolis serenity,” said Donald. “It is very interesting to me, to witness the ironies of deafening mobilization and sentimental stillness, interlaced with highly developed and overcrowded cities.” Our third and fourth featured artists are an artistic duo, John & Robin Gumaelius. This talented husband and wife work in tandem to sculpt detailed whimsical works that utilize clay, wood, metal and string in a highly creative manner. Their children’s imaginations play a large part in their parents work. “Our kids are what makes this place feel alive,” says Robin and John in their 15 acre Washington countryside home/art studio. Each of these gifted artist has put great time and energy into their new works for this special November show. In the Thanksgiving spirit, make your way down the red steps on the corner of NW Oregon and Wall St. to take in this bountiful feast for the eyes! Red Chair Gallery 103 NW Oregon Ave. 541-306-3176 redchairgallerybend.com

Mists of Autumn by Rebecca Baldwin

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Join us at Red Chair Gallery to meet some of our November showcase artists at a limited capacity event on Friday, November 6 from 4-6pm. The monthly exhibit features Rebecca Baldwin’s flamboyant landscapes in oil, as well as Linda Swindle’s radiant watercolors of animals and high desert scenes. Dori Kite’s earthy pottery will adorn the pedestals. Also featured are Suzy Williamson and Sara Krempel, both talented jewelry artists working in mixed metals but in very different styles. Stephanie Stanley’s hand-woven scarves and cowls will fill the garment racks.

Sage Custom Framing & Gallery 834 NW Brooks St. 541-382-5884 sageframing-gallery.com Featured artist for November is Linda Shelton, Watercolors, November 4 thru November 27. Since childhood, November’s featured artist, Linda Shelton has been intrigued with how to transfer images from the mind’s eye to paper (whether real or imaginary). After earning a BA degree from Central Washington Yankeedoodledo by Linda Shelton State College, Shelton joined United Airlines as a flight attendant. During her 30 year career, she experimented in different art media, joyfully discovering what each amazing world offered. Although watercolor is Shelton’s favorite medium, she continues to explore other imaginative resources. She invites the reader to take a peek at her work this month and also explore her website, zhibit.org/lindashelton. Open Tuesday thru Friday 10am-4pm and by appointment. Scalehouse Gallery 849 NW Wall St. 541-390-4025 scalehouse.org Opening November 5, Scalehouse presents Shabazz Larkin, Fragile Black Man, thru December 26. Larkin is an artist and activist creating images of black culture and contemporary spirituality. He is multi-disciplinary in nature, painting vibrant portraiture on canvas, typographic printing techniques and film. Larkin’s newest work is a reckless abandon into pop-art — with the God Speaks Project. He’s begun writing notes from God and placing them around Nashville, Tennessee. Scalehouse continues with hours and protocols: Thursdays-Saturdays, 1-6pm; ten visitors allowed in at a time, all visitors must wear masks and all visitors must keep six-foot distance. Tumalo Art Company Old Mill District 541-385-9144 tumaloartco.com November Show Tumalo Art Co.

Canyon Meadow I, monotype by Adell Shetterly

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featuring printmaker Adell Shetterly. exhibit of mixed media acrylic paintings on canvas and a series of her monotypes Adell’s exhibit of hand-pulled prints, Impressions, opens at Tumalo Art Co. thru November 30. Her artwork encompasses abstract interpretations of her November 6, from 4-7pm. The show highlights a variety of print processes from personal experiences and revelations. monotype, monoprint, collagraph and combinations of print forms and media. From memories and moments in time, Adell’s images integrate abstraction, with The Wine Shop color and texture inspired by natural environs. 55 NW Minnesota Ave. Much like the first impressions we make on others upon a first meeting, the The Wine Shop is showing the work of SageBrushers Art Society member first impressions made from a plate as it contacts a sheet of paper pulled through Cheryl Buchanan. Cheryl will be showing regional landscapes done in watera press deeply influence the direction of the printmaker. Each print technique based oil paints. Stop in for a glass of wine and inspiring local scenery. Showing creates unique effects that cannot be created by any other means. thru November. “Many of my works are inspired by encounters with nature and recorded with photography to be brought forth at a later date to explore the question, ‘What if ?’ What if I focus on just this piece in the photo? What if I quiet my mind and remember the sense of place or feeling from this photo?” explains Adell. “I am fascinated by printmaking as an art form; there are so many permutations. Design possibilities, techniques and variations in each technique provide hours of creative exploration. Every new work reinforces what I do know and it also instigates excitement for what comes next. Printmaking is innovative, creative and wide open to interpretation. It has its own lexicon and l hope, lasting impressions.” Tumalo Art Co. is an artist-run gallery in the heart of the Old Mill District, open 7 days Three Sisters, oil painting by Cheryl Buchanan a week.

The Roots Run Deep, abstract painting by Michelle Lindblom

The Alexander 1125 NE Watt Way 458-256-6854 thealexanderbend.com High Desert Art League member, Michelle Lindblom, continues her

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Sarah Hansen

Paints Her Poetic P lea by KENNETH MARUNOWSKI, Ph.D. — A&E Feature Writer

nvironmental activism can take many forms. Some chose violence and burn SUVs, a questionable tactic, no doubt. Others, like Greta Thunberg, use their voice and their particular power of persuasion to save the planet, as it were. Others still make everyday decisions like recycling, composting and biking rather than driving, seemingly small actions that cumulatively, when viewed across a community or an entire population, make a tremendous impact. Yet another group, makers of fine arts and crafts, circulate their statements through their creations in hopes that their works may influence the minds, hearts and even actions of those who behold or possess them. Bend artist Sarah Hansen is one such maker, a mixed-media painter whose imagery seeks to instill appreciation and respect for wild spaces. An avid Pacific Northwest hiker and backpacker for decades now, Hansen has witnessed the stresses increased usage has had on our environment, and she wants, in her own words, “to bring awareness to how special this area is for those of us who live here so that others who visit feel compelled to treasure it and care for it as we do.” Sarah’s medium-to-large size paintings of sweeping mountain vistas and her small (8”x8”) Wildland Bird Series are the vehicles through which she circulates her powerful sentiment in the public sphere. But can images, paintings in Hansen’s case, truly raise awareness and function as a call to action (or “inaction” in some cases, like not

Listen (Mt. Hood), 36x72, mixed media

trashing a campsite or wandering off trail in a fragile alpine zone)? In other words, can images persuade? An entire field of study is devoted to this question, the field of visual rhetoric, and scholars within this discipline answer the question with a resounding “yes.” Early objects of its study were, as you might suspect, advertising images with their overt and subtle, sometimes subliminal, messages of desire and consumption. Less obvious than an image explicitly crafted to allure, a painting doesn’t initially strike one as attempting to alter attitudes, behaviors or beliefs. Yet, as our National Park Service reports, a series of summer 1903 paintings by Frederick S. Dellenbaugh of the then quite “remote and inaccessible” Zion National Park “raised awareness about this majestic canyon and influenced some to petition for its protection as a national park. If Dellenbaugh could do this for Zion, why can’t Sarah Hansen do this for the Pacific Northwest? (nps.gov/zion/learn/ historyculture/the-art-of-zion-national-park.htm) Stellar’s Jay, 8x8, mixed media

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To understand how Hansen’s paintings have the potential to persuade, they merit a deeper visual

ARTS smashed in your face,” as the artist states, an openness that yields calm. Discrete tonal shifts rather than jarring color contrasts add to the sense of serenity. The print linguistic flourishes, void of sharp edges or corners, read more as decoration rather than text to be read, and, along with the imprints of natural objects, add a sense of mystery to Hansen’s art. A beautiful scene, curious text, the imprint of a leaf: One is beckoned to contemplate with mind, body and soul the nature of the visual and visceral experience Hansen presents, never fully revealed or articulated but continually unfolding just as it does in nature. Such is the rhetoric of Sarah Hansen’s art, an argument by analogy, where the experience of viewing her paintings is akin to that in nature, an experience one attains slowly, attentively and respectfully in order to absorb the value of its lesson. To learn more about the art of Sarah Hansen, view her website at sarahbhansen. com or visit the following galleries where her work is displayed: Tumalo Art Co. in Bend, Clearwater Gallery & Framing in Sisters, or LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY in Portland this November and December for a special exhibition of her work. To support Sarah’s quest to preserve wild spaces, consider purchasing a painting from her Wildland Bird Series, a percentage of the proceeds from which are donated to the Audubon Society.

Mountain Dance (North Sister), 48x36, mixed media

investigation. At a distance, Sarah’s paintings are ostensibly striking landscapes built upon sweeping diagonals with broad, open foregrounds that generally command two-thirds of the picture plane as they recede into space. Typically rewarding the observer who travels imaginatively into the image from near to far is a majestic mountain vista situated in the upper third of the canvas. Subtle shifts in tonality register an artistic sensitivity rooted in careful observation while the soft harmony of Hansen’s palettes evoke meditative states. Close inspection of the paintings reveals a flowing, curvilinear written script embedded in and partially obscured by paint. Largely indecipherable, save for a few scattered words or a brief phrase, and created by the artist’s own hand, the text suggests rather than names, offering poetic evocations representative of Sarah’s connection to place. Likely last to be identified by the inquisitive viewer yet first to be incorporated by the artist are faint impressions of foliage, needles, or grasses, contributions to the painting’s texture both in terms of its physical surface and its meaning-making capacity. The creation of such a layered visual experience offers the spectator much to ponder and, perhaps more importantly, to feel - for the meaning of a work of art is not exclusively made in the head. As Hansen herself explains, “For viewers of my work, I seek to instill a sense of peace because that’s what I always feel when hiking. I want people to inhale and exhale a deep breath, get away from their phone and TV, and take it down a notch or two. We need to save our wild spaces not only for environmental reasons but also for our own mental health. We all need a break from the noise of the world.” Large, open spaces in Sarah’s landscapes offer breathing space without “trees

Just After (Steens Mountains), 30x20, mixed media

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Central Oregon Artist

Mike Dettman

Fall Splendor at Black Butte Ranch, oil,16” x 20” by Mike Dettman

ike Dettman was born in the Pacific Northwest on an Air Force base in Washington, and it was a short two weeks later when they were transferred to a base in Alaska. This would be just one of many places Mike would live growing up in a military family. He has fond memories of living in Illinois, Alaska, Arizona, Seville Spain and Colorado, where his family finally settled. Mike’s interest in art was partially influenced by his experiences traveling the west and also from the rich history and

culture he experienced while living in southern Spain. In school, he often drew and doodled, and enjoyed woodworking and drafting as well as art. And it was as a young man in Colorado where Mike started his art career. Having an interest in stone sculpture, he began taking sculpture classes at the Blackhawk School of Art, and eventually began showing in galleries and juried exhibitions across the state. For several years Mike continued his efforts in sculpture, and practiced his painting skills on the side. But as time went on, Mike’s connection with the landscapes he encountered grew stronger, and soon he felt a change was needed to express this landscape inspiration. As Mike slowly transitioned from sculpture to oil painting, he found that painting was a much better fit. Enjoying large vistas to smaller, more intimate scenes, he feels nature’s endless well of inspiration. His love of nature and fly fishing only made the move to painting more inviting, and in 2001 he moved to Oregon, where he lived on the wild and scenic Elk River. After exploring the state for a few years, he moved away from the windy coast to Central Oregon, where he found an endless supply of inspiration in its beautiful high desert landscapes and four seasons. And it is those four seasons that really gets Mike excited! He loves to paint the coolness of snow as well as warm summer scenes. The contrast of the fall colors allows him to capture the beauty and mood of one of his favorite times of the year. “I’ve been painting for a while now, and I am amazed

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how landscapes keep revealing themselves through light and shadows,” Mike said. “I love the process of painting including the discovery of a scene, sketching it, making adjustments, finding the right colors and then putting it all together. There is a lot of effort in my paintings but they don’t all work out, it’s just something you accept, learn from and then move on.” Mike has been hard at work developing his style and building a body of consistent work. He recently launched a new website complete with a fully functional, secure shopping cart. Having been a partner of an online retail business he has with his wife, he felt compelled to do some of his own marketing and connect with his audience. How right he was, because along came 2020 and the COVID virus that has disrupted art shows, gallery operations and artists of all kinds worldwide. “It’s a great option for my viewers to see and share my passion for landscape Winter’s Grace, oil,12” x 12” painting, and to by Mike Dettman connect with me during such an unprecedented time.” MikeDettman.com

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by JULIA KENNEDY COCHRAN — Red Chair Gallery

ed Chair Gallery recently welcomed two new jewelry artists with very different and arresting styles. They are Sara Krempel, who makes bi-metal pieces by fusing silver and copper together, and Helen Sanderson, whose style is more Native American and uses recycled precious metals and semi-precious stones, mostly turquoise. Krempel arrived in Bend from Wisconsin in 1990 to teach at Central Oregon Community College, having completed her master of fine arts in metalsmithing and jewelry at Jewelry by Sara Krempel the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Necklace by Helen Sanderson patterns against the backdrop of silver. These are often She taught jewelry/metalwork, ceramics and three-dimensional design there until 2012. She motifs from nature that she has photographed on her continues to teach jewelry classes occasionally in hiking or beach trips around the state: sand ripples, COCC’s community education department. Photos of cracked wood or rock striations, for example. “The her jewelry and vessels have appeared in numerous art techniques I use lend themselves to organic forms,” she says. The results are pendants, cuffs and earrings books and magazines. To make her striking pieces, Krempel uses a torch to that are handsome and attention-getting. After college, Helen Sanderson began her fuse silver and copper sheets together to make bi-metal and then etches designs into the copper layer to create professional career as a dental hygienist. But after 12 November 2020 | www.CascadeAE.com

seven years, she decided that while she enjoyed working with her hands she was not fond of dental work. She began taking workshops in metalworking and consulting jewelry-making books to teach herself various techniques and soon found that people wanted to buy her work. She began selling on Etsy in 2007 and launched her company, Horse Creek Jewelry. Sanderson uses only recycled silver and gold in her pieces, as well as “ethically sourced” stones, mostly turquoise. Having spent a good part of her childhood in Germany, where her father was stationed in the military, she enjoyed exploring the forests there. That was a key reason why she moved to the forested state of Oregon as an adult, settling in Bend in 2001. Nature is always a part of her designs, from flower forms carved into the shank of a ring to slender leaves centering a turquoise stone on a bracelet. “I feel that Mother Earth is part of what I do,” she says. “Somehow I’m connected to the earth through the rocks and metals I use.” redchairgallerybend.com

ARTS

Art in the Atrium — Franklin Crossing Fine Art Exhibition Presents

Emma Carpenter, Digital Art & Graphite Visions of Hope — Paintings by Inmates of Oregon Correctional Institutions Benefiting Ugandan Orphan Children of Otino Waa by BILLYE TURNER — Art Consultant

individuals, the children attend primary, rt in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing, secondary and vocational school. Especially opening November 3, 2020, exhibits noteworthy, 78 Otino Waa graduates currently artwork by Emma Carpenter, a high continue on scholarships in Ugandan school sophomore, as well as by inmates of institutions of higher education. Oregon correctional institutions. The exhibit The Higgins, following their return to continues through November 28, 2020. the U.S., through contact with the chaplain Emma Carpenter continues her first gallery (a relative) at Snake River Correctional exhibition of artwork created in the past two Institution in Oregon, introduced their work years. Working in her favorite digital medium with orphans to inmates who expressed a desire as well as graphite, the talented young artist to help. Among those inmates were artists who attended only two formal art classes, both volunteered to donate their artwork for sale to through public school. With a high GPA, she benefit the children. Visions of Hope now participates in Advanced Placement & (VoH), directed by Dale and Sandy Russell honor classes, receiving college credits. of Bend, was then created! She notes, when asked what inspires her art, Through visits to the correctional facilities, “Music is what encourages my art. When I’m and accepting the inmates’ offers to help, the drawing, it changes tones and it fits unique Russells organized and joined volunteers from artwork. Different moods to each song create Bend with the inmates, initiating Visions of different moods to each piece. Drawing takes Tangled Line Hyena, pencil on paper by Emma Carpenter Hope. These volunteers, including the Russells, me into my comfort zone, I feel I have the expanded the program to eight other correctional freedom to create my own world. After high school, I facilities in the state, with many other inmates now will be going to college to be a chemist, but my art will donating artwork. Inmates often also create frames (in continue to be a large presence in my life. I will continue woodworking shops) for the art, and Eastlake Framing to escape into it.” of Bend donates additional framing at cost. All art is Also featured in the current exhibit are artworks by of offered for sale by VoH directors and volunteers with inmates of Oregon correctional facilities facilitated by sales benefiting the orphans. Visions of Hope, through a project begun 18 years ago. Many of the inmates, volunteers and other In 2002, Carol and Bob Higgins, former Bend school contributors also help sponsor the children with teachers, became missionaries. They visited northern monthly donations. All proceeds from the sale of this Uganda — then torn by on-going civil war — and met art go directly to support the Otino Waa orphans. numerous children orphaned by the conflict. Returning Investors in a piece of this art become a partner in 2003, the Higgins responded to desperate pleas to in giving these deserving children food, clothing, rescue these orphans from the violence of the Lord’s education and, most importantly, hope for their Resistance Army (LRA), notorious for the capture and futures. As well, purchases give as a sense of purpose heinous mistreatment of children. to inmates who can feel hopeless. With a flatbed truck and the help of local citizens, Moose, pencil on paper by Visions of Hope Inmate Artist Visions of Hope continues to collect and sell the Higgins bravely rescued 30-some children who they paintings, jewelry, crocheted hats, quilts and other successfully housed in the community school at Lira, items generously created by approximately 80 women and men inmates from Uganda, luckily available during summer vacation. Recognizing the need correctional institutions statewide. As a fund raiser for the village children, all for on-going care for the rescued orphans, the Higgins then undertook the sales of inmates’ art and other items solely benefit the Ugandan children of creation of Otino Waa Children’s Village (near Lira). More like a village than Otino Waa Children’s Village. For additional information contact Visions of an orphanage, they worked for 12 years to organize and direct the institution. Hope, Dale Russell, at dale@visions-hope.org, 541-420-6611. Now some 18 years later, approximately 300 children continue to receive Billye Turner, art consultant, curates the Franklin Crossing displays. For food, clothing, housing, education and spiritual support at the village, information, purchase of displayed artwork, contact at billyeturner@bendnet.com assisted by U.S. in-country directors, native Ugandans, dedicated employees or 503-780-2828. and worldwide beneficiaries. Supported entirely by donations from private Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020 13

Plein Air Painters of Oregon Announces Winners of People’s Choice Awards

he Plein Air Painters of Oregon (PAPO) are proud to announce the winners of The People’s Choice Awards at the Deschutes Land Trust Celebrates 25 Years art show at Layor Art & Supply Store in September. To celebrate, PAPO members were permitted to paint on several Deschutes Land Trust Preserve Sites that were otherwise closed due to COVID-19, then display their work at Layor. The sites included Indian Ford Meadow, Camp Polk Meadow and Whychus Canyon. PAPO thanks Layor and the Deschutes Land Trust for this wonderful opportunity. Long-time PAPO Member Michelle Oberg Took First Place with Trail to the Canyon Michelle writes: “I have been painting for a while, moving from and continuing in all different media. Painting ‘en plein air’ (or ‘in the open air’) is a great learning experience, helping with my studio work. This painting is done in pastel. It was a smoky day at the canyon, so I focused on the trail and brush.”

2nd Place: Indian Ford Trail View by Dan O’Neil

1st Place: Trail to the Canyon by Michelle Oberg

Second-Place Honors went to Daniel O’Neil with Indian Ford Trail View “Working in oils in the great outdoors, especially at some of Central Oregon’s premier locations, is an upper of an experience. I spend my weekdays working digitally for a great local ad agency, but there is nothing like getting your hands a little dirty to capture the seasonal beauty around us. The Deschutes Land Trust invited us to experience a couple locations I had never been to, and now I can well understand why these sites are so worth preserving. Water-soluble oils, and a two-hour time fame, help me to focus on the main elements of a scene. These paints won’t dry out on the hottest of days, and the clean-up with soap and water is a breeze. The day I painted the Wychus Creek painting was over 100F degrees, and it was no problem. Being in nature with natural light is entirely different than painting from a reference photo in the studio, as I was trained to do in college. You have to focus on the actual colors of the light effects and simplify the shapes to describe the experience. Being part of a group like PAPO is a big support; it gets me out on a regular schedule, with a weekly opportunity to learn from other experienced members, or workshops for the whole group. Having my first commercial sale at the Layor show was a delight, so thanks to my first official patron!”

Wendy Jacobs-Wheeler Took third place with The Path Wendy is a new member of PAPO. She writes: “My early career was in graphic and design. I relocated to Central Oregon and transitioned to a home-based job, which provided more time for my personal artistic endeavors. Although I am primarily a studio watercolor painter, I see plein air painting as a way to mix my love of two great things, the outdoors and painting. I joined PAPO in 2019 to force me to get out and try it, so I’m still learning many tips and tricks from others. Working fast is probably the biggest challenge for me, as I can often spend a month on a painting in all its fine details in the studio. “As far as this painting goes, I like challenges and seeing new areas, so the offer for a show at Layor and to see Deschutes Land Trust Preserve sites were appealing. I explored three different Land Trust sites, and ended up painting a spot along one of the trails at Indian Ford Meadow. I chose to do a small (4” x 6”) painting since I knew I would have only a short window before I would be in the heat of the day. Like Dan, I was also excited to make a sale with one of my plein air paintings.” cascadefineartworkshops.com • pleinairpaintersoforegon.org

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3rd Place: The Path by Wendy Wheeler-Jacobs

WILD WALKS

ARTS

Bend Artist Sarah Hansen at Portland’s LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY by KENNETH MARUNOWSKI, Ph.D. — A&E Feature Writer

Wild Voices, mixed media, 36x72 by Sarah Hansen

end artist Sarah Hansen celebrates her third exhibition at Portland’s exquisite LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY with a selection of nearly three dozen mixed media works that explore both the subtlety and the grandeur of the Pacific Northwest landscape. Centrally located in the city’s Pearl District and on view from October 29-December 12, 2020, Wild Walks: An Artist’s Journey Through Sights and Sounds of Pacific NW Trails is directly inspired by Hansen’s decades-long hiking journeys in this magnificent region and general fascination with the natural world. Accompanying the visual delight of the artist’s paintings is an atmospheric audio track specially designed by Gordon Hempton, an Emmy Award winning acoustic ecologist known as The Sound Tracker who seeks out “Earth’s rarest nature sounds” that “can only be fully appreciated in the absence of manmade noise” (soundtracker.com). Created to focus on the treasure of wild spaces and to reflect on what it means to experience the unaffected wilderness, Sarah’s paintings offer a reprieve from the many difficulties and distractions of contemporary life and a return to the restorative power of nature in both its nearly imperceptible and audacious ways. Sweeping, vast foregrounds open a Discoveries, mixed media, 36x48 by Sarah Hansen welcoming door into Hansen’s landscapes and allow the viewer to imaginatively travel in time and space through the painting as if in the great outdoors itself. Soft is the painter’s touch as she creates carefully gradated transitions between planes of color rendered in sensitive tonalities, a delicacy occasionally interrupted by an unexpected flash of brilliant hue. Imprints of regional foliage and faint text inscribed by the artist’s own hand reveal a poetic sensibility, but the words, obscured as they often are by paint and the decorative fluidity of their own arabesque, suggest rather than clarify, adding yet another layer to the deftly textured story. Born and raised on a farm in Colorado, Hansen, a self-taught artist, attributes her passion for wild places to her dad, who, as she reports, was a “superb naturalist and woodsman.” Having attended Colorado State University, Sarah enjoyed a rewarding career as an interior designer while also raising three boys with her husband Jeff before dedicating herself completely to her artistic practice in 2018. Residents of the PNW for over 30 years now, the family has always relished in hiking and

backpacking throughout the region, and Sarah, an astute observer, couldn’t help but notice the increasingly negative impact on these wilderness areas as usage increased over time. Born of these wild places, Hansen’s art asks us to remember and pursue a respectful, harmonious relationship with nature such that it can continue to inspire and heal. As Sarah sought artistic representation in the Portland area, her art in both execution and content resonated with gallery owner and designer Laura Vincent, a sixth generation Oregonian herself. “Sarah’s work is deeply soulful and poetic,” Vincent explains, “and I enjoy its appeal to the outdoors and the mixed media that she employs to convey her meaningful message.” Hansen, in fact, is one of the first artists Laura invited to show at her gallery, and Sarah’s painting featuring a side of Mt. Hood called Cooper Spur is one of Vincent’s first sales as a gallerist. Established in 2018, LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY presents a welcoming and aesthetically inspiring gallery experience Song Sparrow, mixed media, 8x8 by Sarah Hansen that thoughtfully intertwines the worlds of design and fine art. Exhibition based, the gallery curates and hosts shows of regional, national and international contemporary artists, and is already well-known for its particular support of Central Oregon artists. Recently invited to join the prestigious

Sarah Hansen at LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY, 2019

LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY

Portland Art Dealers Association (PADA), LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY is now included on the short list of “Portland’s principal art galleries” that maintain “the highest standards of fine art while cultivating relationships with artists, collectors, museums, art institutions and schools” (padaoregon.org). Visit LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY from October 29-December 12, 2020 to experience Sarah Hansen’s Wild Walks: An Artist’s Journey Through Sights and Sounds of Pacific NW Trails. The gallery is located at 824 NW Davis Street in Portland’s Pearl District and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am-5:30pm or by appointment. Visit lvdesignandgallery.com to view this exhibit online and to inquire about these works. You can also view Sarah’s paintings at the Clearwater Gallery & Framing in Sisters and at the Tumalo Art Co. in Bend. sarahbhansen.com • lvdesignandgallery.com Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020 15

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MUSIC

The Brother’s

INDUBIOUS CHANGING LIVES &

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Evton, Matthew T. Wells and Skip of Indubious | Photo courtesy of Indubious

he word Indubious is defined as “undoubtful” — and the brothers from the Bend-based Reggae band Indubious are living proof of that. The story of Indubious is not for the faint of heart. Like a Phoenix rising from the ashes, Indubious was forged in the fires of pain and destruction. Evton and Skip, brothers and band-mates born with Cystic Fibrosis — a terminal genetic condition — were convinced by doctors of their impending death from an early age, yet have emerged as a powerful force for change and the future of conscious music. Armed with impressive instrumental skill, powerful harmonies and an electrifying stage presence, Indubious is destined to change the face of music. They have developed a steadily lasting reputation as ambassadors of the West Coast Reggae, and the Medicine Music movement. Leaving audiences stunned and amazed, whilst shattering any preconceived notions of genre and style, they recruit fans from all walks of life — affectionately labeled “Indubians”. Their only choice has always been mind over matter, and time has proven that their unbending positive outlook, combined with an inspiring message of love and hope, has not only helped them overcome personal hardship, but catapulted their music onto the world stage with an unstoppable momentum. The band and their legion of fans have adopted the motto Live Indubiously, which means living life without doubt or fear, and with faith in the fact that we are all here for a reason, in something greater than ourselves. “Our gift is music,” says Indubious, “and our mission is to reconnect the people of the world with rightful living in relationship to our own hearts — to deepen levels of self-love and appreciation for the gift of life. We wish to speak that truth in an effort to inspire others to do the same — to raise the positive vibrations of our planet, and to help others express the true loving nature within us all.”

Their 2019 album BELEAF, which was released in stores and online worldwide August 16, 2019, charted at #1 on Billboard Reggae Chart and #2 on iTunes Reggae Chart. With five albums under their belt, spanning from 2008, Indubious is slated to release another album early next year with the help of Easy Star Records, featuring some of the biggest names in Reggae and more. Indubious has performed worldwide on international tours and at many prestigious festivals, including Shangri-La, Project Earth, Wakarusa, Gathering Of The Vibes, Reggae On The River, SulaFest in India, Sierra Nevada World Music Festival, California Roots Festival, Beloved, Britt Festivals, The Oregon Country Faire, Reggae in the Hills, Northwest World Reggae Festival, Earthdance, Gaia Festival, plus club and concert hall tours all nationally and internationally. They have recently completed tours with The Movement, Wookiefoot, Iya Terra, Julian Marley and Hirie, and have shared the stage and toured with many influential names such as Black Uhuru, Matisyahu, Blondie, Michael Franti, Ziggy Marley, Stephen Marley, Julian Marley, Rebelution, Junior Reid and Pato Banton, to name a few. While Indubious travels the world frequently, bringing their message all over the country and abroad, the brothers grew up in Oregon, and call Bend home. “We love it here,” they state proudly. You can find out more about Indubious, including show dates, merchandise and more at indubiousmusic.com. Indubious music is available on all streaming sites such as iTunes and Spotify, as well as the brothers’ podcast, aptly named Living Indubiously. indubiousmusic.com Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020

Symphonic Siblings… CASCADE WINDS SYMPHONIC BAND & CENTRAL OREGON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

orn and raised under the umbrella of Central Oregon Community College, directed and nurtured under the baton of Michael Gesme, Cascade Winds Symphonic Band and the Central Oregon Symphony Orchestra, like siblings, share their musical heritage but have different personalities. Historically the first orchestra grew out of the practical need for quiet music to be played indoors in small “chambers” that fit the more delicate sound of string instruments. But for outdoor games, festivals and marches, strings weren’t strong enough, in voice or physique. The winds, the brass, the flutes and of course the drums, became the practical solution, in volume and sturdiness for outside events, like the marching military. As architecture changed and the buildings and rooms within them grew, there was space for more musicians, more volume and more interesting music. The fabric of the orchestra Cascade Winds | Photos courtesy of COSA

(L-R) Alex, Janet, Zeta and Michael Gesme recording for the video “concert” that will be released in December 2020 Photos courtesy of Central Oregon Symphony Association

remained strings, with winds adding a bit of texture and composers writing pieces for this wider variety of instruments. Meanwhile, the trumpets, French horns, flutes, trombones and drums, so popular with their celebratory and march-like rhythm, grew in popularity as well. Composers began transcribing symphonic classics and creating longer, more complex pieces for this “stringless” orchestra, the symphonic band. Today Bend’s Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Band, like a family, share venues, instruments, composers and musicians. Ken Steiger, long time trumpeter, who plays in both said, “When in the orchestra, I may be the only trumpet playing a part, so I have some freedom of expression. In the band, I may be one of six trumpets which requires that we all play the same way.” Having two ensembles doubles

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the practice and performances for many, but for those with the time, the more they can play the better and happier they are. Like siblings with differing personalities the audience for these ensembles enjoy differing experience. The Symphony Orchestra audience anticipates the sounds of Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms and the timeless symphonies they love in a more serious and serene atmosphere. The Symphonic Band audience, anticipating Sousa, is introduced to a surprisingly diverse collection of new compositions in a light and almost playful ambience. Never to disappoint, Gesme adds, “As you’ll always get a little bit of Mozart in the orchestra, you’ll always get a little bit of Sousa in the band.” Central Oregon Symphony Orchestra and Cascade Winds Symphonic Band, truly musical siblings, bringing differing and equally enchanting musical flavors for the Bend community to savor. cosymphony.com • cascadewinds.org

MUSIC

High Desert Chamber Music’s

13th Annual Gala

GOES VIRTUAL Gala performers John Fawcett, Isabelle Senger and Mateo Garza | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music

igh Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) announces their 13th Annual Gala will be going virtual and held on Saturday, December 12, at 7pm. This online event will be free to attend in the comfort of your own home. Bob Shaw from the KTVZ Newschannel 21 team returns as this year’s host. If you cannot make the presentation, you can simply replay the recording at your convenience.

Lipsett. Garza is in his second year at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, studying with Robin Scott.

There will also be an online auction that will begin on Thursday, December 10 and run through Tuesday, December 15. More information about how to view the silent auction items and register as a bidder can be found online at HighDesertChamberMusic.com

The mission of High Desert Chamber Music is to bring world class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Through their concert series and Educational Outreach programs, they aspire to heighten a level of appreciation, awareness and understanding of this great genre of classical music.

“We are fortunate to be able to transition this annual event online, and hope to reach a larger audience this year,” states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “Support from this evening allows us to continue offering all our Educational Outreach programs at no cost to students, families, and schools in Central Oregon.” The presentation will include a special concert featuring Senger, performing alongside John Fawcett and Mateo Garza — two members of their Spotlight Chamber Players alumni. Fawcett is currently in his third year at the Colburn Conservatory in Los Angeles, studying with Robert

High Desert Chamber Music’s Educational Outreach includes performances and Q&A sessions at local schools, public master classes and the Spotlight Chamber Players chamber music training program.

HDCM 2020-2021 title sponsors include Mission Building and Renovation, Miller Lumber and Newstalk KBND and 101.7 Radio. Additional support provided by the Tower Theatre Foundation, BendBroadband and Tracy Lynn Photography. HighDesertChamberMusic.com 541-306-3988 info@highdesertchambermusic.com Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020

MUSIC

Sunriver Christmas Concert is On & Artistic Director Finalists Announced

t’s a lively time for the Sunriver repertoire as well. Recent engagements have Music Festival. First, live music included productions with Lyric Opera of returns to Sunriver on Saturday, Chicago, Seattle Opera, Cincinnati Opera, December 5 with the annual Traditions Indianapolis Opera and the Janiec Opera Christmas Concert. Company of the Brevard Music Center There will be two LIVE concerts, 4pm and concerts with the Memphis Symphony and 7pm, at the Sunriver Resort Great Orchestra, Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Hall featuring headliner Aaron Meyer, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Lexington concert rock violinist with his fantastic Philharmonic and Ballet Fantastique. In 2008, pianist Jean-Pierre Garau. Violinist John Maestro Kuo became the first conductor of Fawcett opens the concerts. A very limited Asian descent to lead a performance at the amount of tickets are available for these Lyric Opera of Chicago, making his company special, socially-distanced, LIVE concerts debut with Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Kuo featuring renowned musicians. Ticket continues to concertize as the only pianist prices range from $20-$65 and are also to have studied with two pupils of Russian available for a livestream experience. Visit virtuoso Vladimir Horowitz. the Festival’s website (sunrivermusic. BRETT MITCHELL, currently music org) for more details and to purchase director of the Colorado Symphony since tickets. “We’ve designed these concerts 2017, has been hailed for presenting engaging, following all public health considerations in-depth explorations of a variety of classical for COVID to ensure your safety and programs. Throughout his Colorado tenure, enjoyment,” explains Executive Director Aaron Meyer he has led the orchestra in the majority of Meagan Iverson. “Therefore, since its classical performances, as well as tickets will be quite limited, we a wide variety of special programs encourage you to reserve now or featuring such guest artists as sign up for the livestream!” Renée Fleming, Yo-Yo Ma, and Presented in partnership with Itzhak Perlman. Sunriver Resort, these concerts From 2013 to 2017, Maestro are part of the Resort’s Winter Mitchell served on the conducting Traditions celebration offering an staff of the Cleveland Orchestra. abundance of family-friendly events. From 2007 to 2011, Mitchell Find out more about Traditions and led over a hundred performances the Resort’s lodging packages at as Assistant Conductor of the Conductor Finalists Kelly Kuo and Brett Mitchell | Photos courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival sunriver-resort.com. Iverson also Houston Symphony. Mitchell shares the long-awaited announcement of the two finalists for Sunriver Music is also in demand as a guest conductor. His 2020-21 season features return Festival’s new Artistic Director: Maestros Kelly Kuo and Brett Mitchell. engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra (Maestro George Hanson successfully ended his ten-year tenure with the and Houston Symphony, as well as debuts with the North Carolina, Fort Festival earlier this year after accepting a position in Washington D.C.) Worth and Pasadena symphonies. Other recent guest engagements include “For the last 12 months, the Board and search committee have been reviewing the Dallas, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Oregon, San Antonio, San candidates and we are excited to have two dynamic finalists who will both Francisco and Vancouver symphonies, and a two-week tour with the New perform and lead the Festival Orchestra this coming summer (August 2021),” Zealand Symphony Orchestra. adds Iverson. Full finalists’ bios are available on the Festival’s website. Both conductors will present programs during the Festival’s 44th season ARTISTIC DIRECTOR FINALISTS (2021). “This way, our members and community receive the unique opportunity KELLY KUO, currently artistic director of the Oregon Mozart Players, is an to see these two outstanding professionals in action as they lead our talented Oregon native praised by the Cincinnati Enquirer as, “A leader of exceptional Festival Orchestra,” shares Iverson. musical gifts, who has a clear technique on the podium and an impressive rapport with audiences.” Maestro Kuo brings a dynamic versatility and nuance to Keep your eyes on sunrivermusic.org for additional details or email the Festival at a diverse repertoire, which includes over 90 operas and an expansive symphonic information@sunrivermusic.org if you have specific questions.

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ig Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon invites you to a hilariously beneficial evening of comedy, auctions and awards.

This year, let BBBSCO join you, Thursday November 12, in your home for our virtual gala and help us end the wait for so many Littles in our area. We invite you to set up your own party pod and enjoy an evening with friends and family participating in a safely distanced atmosphere, bidding on your favorite auction items, viewing our video presentation, and contributing to our cause in a way that is comfortable for you. Learn more about Party Pod Packages. The event will kick off on November 5 as we open our online bidding platform to the public. Discover old favorites and new additions to our silent auction. Then we will roll out our Live Auction items over the next six days until the day of our event. Stay tuned, on November 12, as we release our video presentation filled with beneficial humor, caring information and a joyful award on our YouTube channel. Watch, bid, laugh, donate and ignite potential. Don’t get BBBSCO CFKS FOMO! The only cure is to host a BBBSCO Comedy Night party pod. A variety of party pod options are available to support your night. Contact Jenni Garner, BBBSCO events coordinator, for more details and the opportunity to sign up. Party Pod spots and supplies are limited so get yours reserved today. Although we cannot all be together in one room to celebrate this year, we will all be together in one community, on one night, for one cause! Join us and become a DEFENDER OF POTENTIAL and help end the wait for those Littles who need us. Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020

STORIES OF THE STARS

Culley Calkins

of Sunriver Stars Community Theater

ulley Calkins found his love for performing early on, during his sophomore year of high school. He auditioned for a comedy and had the crowd in the palm of his hand, he was hooked. After his initial run he was in every performance the high school staged, being named actor of the year three years straight. Calkins was the first sophomore to ever win the award. His passion for performing arts was only just beginning. Calkins soon begin working professionally, performing improv and comedy work for festivals, birthdays and corporate events. He would go onto write and performed a one act play. One acts, scenes and other full length plays were written by Calkins at this time.

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public marketplace featuring gourmet food, beverage and retail opportunities amid a bustling communal indoor/ outdoor gathering space, with design elements evocative of the High Desert’s agrarian history, is taking shape as part of a new nucleus for Bend’s award-winning NorthWest Crossing community. The 14,000-square-foot artisanal hub — akin to Portland’s popular Pine Street Market — is set for completion in Spring next year and will accommodate nine food vendors and a small grocery store, as the first phase of a three-pronged dynamic mixed-use development led by Portland real estate developer project^ on a prominent 1.79acre site fronting the roundabout at Mt. Washington & NW Crossing Drive. Future phases will include a two-story commercial building comprising second floor executive office space and a ground floor restaurant/retail plaza, with a 33-unit residential complex to follow. Developed by project^ in collaboration with West Bend Property Company and designed by Portland-based architects Hacker, the initial market building reflects the strong sustainability and natural design ethos of the firms, and is described as “attuned to the natural terrain of Central Oregon through its interplay of extensive indoor and outdoor spaces and the integration of floor to ceiling windows to create a light-filled, seamless ambience.” Construction is being undertaken by Redmond-based SunWest Builders. As well as communal indoor seating, the marketplace will integrate ample outdoor features to include a bar area with covered patio and outdoor fireplace. Built-in counters and a dining area will be located in the outdoor plaza along with a separate fire pit. To-go and online orders can be accommodated via walk-up windows at select food kiosks and dedicated parking spots for curbside meal pick up — embraced as welcome options for businesses adapting to post-pandemic distancing requirements. Christopher Jones, development manager,

t is my honor to welcome you once again to the Cascade Business News Annual Celebration of Women in Business. With the wild and crazy year we have had so far, it is refreshing to have something to celebrate. And what could be more pleasurable than honoring the outstanding women, nationally and locally, who are making huge waves in businesses across the board? Here are a few fun facts for you. Forty percent of all U.S. businesses are owned by women. That is 12.3 million womenowned businesses, which generate $1.8 trillion a year. Sixty-four percent of new women-owned businesses were started by women of color last year. Additionally, private tech companies led by women achieve a 35 percent higher ROI. As an increasing number of wellknown organizations like IBM, General Motors, Deloitte, In-N-Out Burger, AMD and Mondelēz International have appointed female CEO’s the trend towards women in leadership positions is on the rise. An all-time high of 37 of the companies on this year’s Fortune 500 are led by female CEOs. This represents a steady increase in the number of

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FILM/THEATRE sense of normality. The Sunriver Stars and local theater in general are such an integral part of our communities. The love, support and camaraderie are unparalleled.” Since then, Calkins has continue to grow his original compositions. He has been putting the final touches on his first musical release. It will be a four song EP that will be available on all streaming sites. He is also in the early stages of developing music videos for several compositions that will be posted on YouTube. sunriverstars.org

Between writing and performing, Calkins found time to pick up a guitar, his fingers quickly remembered the chords his brother had taught him years earlier. Guitar became his passion and he devoted hours upon hours to learning the craft. This continued into college where Calkins attended the University of Oregon. Tabling his passion for performance art, Calkins instead focused on music. He started writing songs and played in several bands. Some of Calkins original compositions are still plated by him 30 years later. Family became Calkins main priority after college. His son, William, was born; and soon after followed a daughter, Isabella. Love also came calling and Calkins met and married his wife Heather in 2018. This would add two step children to Calkin’s family, very close in age to his own children. They were all older, and Calkin’s found more time to devote to his true passion, music and performing arts. After reviewing his collective works, Calkin’s began to record, edit and perform music live. As time went by, he still remembered the stage. It was the Sunriver Stars that got his creative juices flowing again. Calkins auditioned for a musical western comedy titled The Wild Wild Wildest West. “I intended to try out for a smaller role but was instead cast as the lead, Sheriff Wayne John. It was a lot of hard work but so rewarding and incredibly fun. I even suckered my step kids into joining me in the piece. I met a lot of wonderful people and forged lasting friendships.” Calkin’s fondly remembers. His work schedule made it difficult to rehearse for another play but several years later he was able to audition for another piece titled Let Him Sleep…Til It’s Time For His Funeral. Once again landing the lead role in another Sunriver Stars production. “My daughter played my daughter in the play as well which was hugely rewarding in so many ways. An intimate and hilarious comedy about the fears of growing older, this was regrettably the last gathering before COVID. Like everyone else, I am very anxious to be able to get back to some

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LITERATURE

Local Bend Homeschool Mom Turned CEO Offers Tips/Best Practices for Families New to Homeschooling

Homeschool Like an Expert Provides Resources, Practical Tips & Research for Families Homeschooling for the First Time

scientists, psychologists, professional educators and over 100 successful homeschool families into a single resource. Combining detailed research with reallife examples, Crossman answers the evergreen questions of homeschooling with practical help and resources.

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“The COVID pandemic has pushed a lot of parents to consider homeschooling who otherwise would really rather not teach their child from home, and that can be an intimidating leap,” Crossman said. “However, with the right tools and coaching, parents really can provide a quality education from home where their children thrive. While there are a lot of great curricula that make the content easier to manage, there are almost no courses teaching parents how to teach. There’s a lot more that goes into homeschooling than setting a laptop or textbook on the table and saying ‘go for it.’ Homeschool Like an Expert helps families successfully navigate this new way to learn, whatever their unique family situation may be.” Lauded by “Dean Sue” Wasiolek of Duke University as “a practical, smart, much-needed resource that should be read by homeschooling families everywhere,” Homeschool Like an Expert

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Homeschool Expert gives timely, relevant insights derived from personal experience and extensive research. As Director of Admissions at OSU helping students from all backgrounds transition to college, I highly recommend Homeschool Like an Expert as a guide. You’ll get an engaging, thought-provoking honesty designed to help you make the right decision for you and your family.

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recent national survey by HomeschoolExpert.com discovered that 72 percent of parents are considering schooling from home this year, but only 37 percent feel “very” to “extremely” confident in their abilities to support their child’s education at home. With the right tools, home education is possible for parents from all backgrounds, income levels and work schedules. To make learning from home affordable and accessible to all, author, CEO and founder of HomeschoolExpert. com, Anne Crossman, is releasing a new book, Homeschool Like an Expert, teaching parents how to teach from home.

~ Noah Buckley, Director of Admissions, Oregon State University is the definitive guide to learning from home. This practical guide is essential for both new and seasoned parent teachers, distilling decades of research and expert advice from behavioral

Crossman is the author of multiple books on education, including Getting the Best Out of College, Study Smart, Study Less and Trying to Remember, publishing work in The Washington Post, featured in USA Weekend and the Chicago Tribune, among others. A former homeschooled student herself, Crossman began college at Stanford University with a focus in psychology, completing her degrees in English and Education at Duke University. She went on to teach in public high schools and military barracks, authored three books on education and has been homeschooling her four children since 2006. To further help parents identify whether or not they are ready to teach from home this year, HomeschoolExpert.com offers a free interactive online quiz to walk parents through the basics of what they need to know. Earlier this year, Crossman launched HomeschoolExpert.com, an online platform that provides timely podcasts, articles, resources and video lessons to help parents educate at home. Homeschool Like an Expert is available now on Amazon. HomeschoolExpert.com

CUISINE INGREDIENTS • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil • 1 yellow onion, finely diced • 2 Tbsp. Red Thai Curry • 2 Tbsp. fish sauce • 1 Tbsp. water • 2 (15 oz.) cans pumpkin puree • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed • 6 cups vegetable stock • 2 to 3 Dried Makrut Lime Leaves • 1 (14 oz.) can coconut milk • 1 Tbsp. fresh minced cilantro • Chopped cilantro, to garnish

Thai Pumpkin Soup Recipe

DIRECTIONS Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 to 6 min. In a small bowl, mix together Red Thai Curry, fish sauce, and water to make a paste. Stir paste into onions and cook for 1 min., or until fragrant. Add pumpkin puree, brown sugar and stock. Stir until combined. Bring to a boil, add lime leaves, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 min. Add coconut milk (reserving 2 to 3 Tbsp. for drizzling) and simmer for 10 more min. Remove lime leaves before serving with cilantro and a drizzle of coconut milk. SERVING SUGGESTIONS Top with cilantro and a dash of fish sauce, if desired. Make the soup a little heartier by serving it over cooked white or brown rice.

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t would be an understatement to say the Holiday season is going to be different in 2020. Fortunately, as a Spice Merchant, I take comfort that one thing will remain the same — the flavors of the season.

Flavor is the key to making this Thanksgiving extra memorable. Whether it is the turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans or Brussels sprouts, do not skimp on flavor. One of my favorite ways to spice up the Holidays is with a new spice blend.

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Thankful & Better Than Ever by DENI PORTER

he artists at the Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gallery Sunriver have much to be thankful for. During the COVID quarantine, both residents and visitors have demonstrated support by continuing to visit the gallery and make purchases. It may not be the galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best sales year, but it certainly has been a memorable one. Multiple new artists have joined the gallery and slower work hours have allowed existing artists to blossom. Displays at the gallery have never been better.

landscapes. They also highlight the vulnerability of alpine environments to climate change. These compositions motivate the viewer to get outside to enjoy and protect the wilderness areas that enrich humanity so greatly.

One of the new artists at the gallery is Christian Murillo, a natural landscape photographer specializing in mountain compositions. Murillo focuses on capturing minimalistic patterns, dynamic light and unique moments in time. His photographs are printed on metal and provide a truly fine art approach to the media. The pieces humble and inspire with the grace and power of mountain

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Window Mosaic by Jesica Carleton

Mosaic artist Jesica Carleton is as talented as she is prolific. That is a good thing because her work moves out of the gallery door quickly. Carleton says that she is happiest when creating a piece that is vastly different from the last, either in subject, style, colors, materials, shapes or best yet, all the above. She loves how mosaic brings many diverse pieces together to make a whole new unique creation and sees a great parallel with her art and humankind. Carleton’s pieces provide a wide range of both subject matter, size and pricing. There are fantastic statement pieces, small, delightful pieces — something for everyone to love and a great idea for gifts.

Also, relatively new to the gallery is jewelry artist Amy Pfeiffer. Earthy, organic and grounded in nature describe the artist’s aesthetic. She is inspired by the earth’s geology, flora and fauna. Collecting rocks and minerals throughout the western U.S. and Canada, Pfeiffer later turns these earthly treasures into the stones she uses to enhance her jewelry creations. Reflecting nature, her jewelry can best be described as organic. All metal is hand forged, and she uses recycled metals whenever possible.

Mosaic Garden Totem by Jesica Carleton

Occasionally she incorporates gold collected in Alaska into her designs, featuring stones she has personally collected, shaped and polished into her jewelry. Christmas elves will be extremely interested in reasonably priced gifts.

Painter Bonnie Junell has a personality that is as dynamic as her wonderful creations. Junell is a co- owner of the gallery and her work has delighted collectors since the gallery opened. The artist considers herself an expressive realist plus impressionist painter. She desires to convey moods, emotions and energy with textures and color, and she is successful in achieving this desire. Bonnie’s large statement pieces, many of which are Pendant by Amy Pfeiffer sweeping vistas of Central Oregon, are breath-taking. Many collectors do not have the wall space for a large piece so Junell has accommodated those needs with a wonderful collection of miniatures — sweet hummingbirds and other creatures. She has just delivered a series of 6x6-inch oil paintings on stained wood that represent specific Birth Month flowers and hummingbirds. These pieces are a perfect “one of a kind” gift. The artist is also well known for her popular Sip and Paint classes that are held monthly at the gallery. (Classes are currently being held with masks and social distancing.) Classes are great fun aside from producing a piece of art that you can be proud to hand in your home and are a great idea for a family gift. artistsgallerysunriver.com

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In support of state and federal guidelines for social distancing, most venues have attendance protocols in place. Please call or visit each venue website for updated information. Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Village 57100 Beaver Dr., Bldg. 19 541-593-4382 • artistsgallerysunriver.com Come and have some fun and learn a new skill at Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Village. One of the owner/ artists, Bonnie Junell will be teaching a fun painting class… titled Sip and Paint with Bonnie Junell.

Painting by Bonnie Junell

The November class features big red poppies… one of Bonnie’s favorite subjects. The canvas is prepped ready for you to paint with Bonnie’s direction. Everything is provided for you. The cost per class is $48. Monday November 9 at 5:30pm at Artists’ Gallery Sunriver… Just call to make your reservation at 541-593-4382. Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | November 2020

CAN YOU RESIST THIS FACE ? Humane Society of Central Oregon To Volunteer or Donate Call 541.382.3537 www.hsco.org

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SISTERS EXHIBITS

In support of state and federal guidelines for social distancing, most venues have attendance protocols in place. Please call or visit each venue website for updated information. Hood Avenue Art hoodavenueart.com nfo@hoodavenueart.com 541-719-1800 Hood Avenue Art is featuring artists who have special pricing on select pieces now through the end of the year. Hood Avenue Art represents only local artists, helping the community experience all art disciplines and mediums.

Featuring Artists with Special Pricing on Select Pieces 541.719.1800 | 357 W Hood Ave. Sisters | hoodavenueart.com Photo courtesy of Hood Avenue Art

Stitchin’ Post Gallery 541-549-6061 stitchinpost.com Currently showing in our gallery thru November 23: Whisper Challenge — featuring works by 30 members of the Central Oregon Studio Art Quilters Association. Opening November 27: Stitchin’ Post Staff Art & Craft Boutique — featuring everything from framed fiber art and block prints from Jean and Valori Wells, to Christmas tree ornaments, embroidered items and handmade bags and pouches.

Felt Gnomes | Photo courtesy of Stitchin’ Post Gallery

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The Museum At Warm Springs Faced Unique Challenges in 2020 but Looks to a Bright Future

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by ELIZABETH A. WOODY, Executive Director — The Museum At Warm Springs

he Museum At Warm Springs is one of many small Oregon museums and cultural institutions hat faced unique challenges in 2020. It is one of the most challenging years that any of us has ever experienced. The Covid-19 pandemic turned millions of lives upside down. With economies in disarray, jobs lost across all the United States, we also lost many loved ones to this novel virus. Rural people felt deeply the impact of the pandemic. We lost young and old. The Museum closed its doors to the public in mid-March — staff were on administrative leave to protect our families. We cancelled exhibitions, educational programs and events. We put on hold

importance to the Warm Springs tribes and people of Oregon. In 1993 the Warm Springs Tribes built the Museum by its design to Smithsonian Institution standards and we continue to uphold this high quality of excellence. We take enormous pride in what we do and are honored to share our history and cultures of Warm Springs and the greater Columbia River Photos | courtesy of The Museum at Warm Springs Plateau people. The Museum At Warm Springs is more than a building. It represents decades of dedication to the preservation of the history, culture and heritage of The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Despite these challenges we are developing and sharing new ways to reach audiences everywhere. We look forward to engaging your interest and seeing you visit in the future. museumatwarmsprings.org

Unique Holiday Gifts and a New Exhibition Await You at …

The Museum At Warm Springs our normal calendar to figure out how to stay safe and still welcome the public. We reopened our Museum on September 22 with the strictest health and safety protocols in place, protections mandated by The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. We continue to follow these protocols in order to keep visitors and staff safe. Recent wildfires, particularly the 204,000-acre Lionshead Fire, burned large areas on the reservation and leapt across our borders near Mt. Jefferson to the other side of the Cascades. While our Museum and most of the Warm Springs community were untouched, fire posed serious threats to several tribal homes near the forest. We endured unhealthy smoke levels — off the scales in hazardous measurements. Still, we kept our Museum’s priceless collections safe throughout this perilous time with our staff ’s constant presence. Despite 2020’s challenges, we continue to move ahead. Our 27th Annual Tribal Member Art Exhibit is now on view through January 9, 2021. This juried exhibit celebrates the artistic excellence of Warm Springs tribal members. We are proud to showcase the immense talent that exists here. The opportunity for our visitors to view one-of-a-kind artworks from Warm Springs artists — and be able to acquire unique and beautiful items for their own personal collections while also helping support our artists and the Museum — is of great significance to our local community. The Museum At Warm Springs is a special place of cultural and historical

“27th Annual Tribal Members Art Exhibit” on view until Jan. 9, 2021 Browse our beautiful Gift Shop with its wide selection of one-of-a-kind art, beadwork, baskets, hand-crafted items by local artists and more. Find the perfect gift during this holiday season! Selected items also available weekly on our Facebook page: @MuseumatWarmSprings

2189 Hwy 26, Warm Springs (across from Indian Head Casino, with parking at the Museum) https://museumatwarmsprings.org Museum Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 9am–5pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day Admission: No charge for Museum Members of the Museum; $7 Adults; $6 Senior Citizens (60+); $4.50 Students (13-18) w/ Student Body card; $3.50 Children (5-12); No charge 4 years and under. Group rates are available (call for more information).

All photos are Courtesy The Museum At Warm Springs

(541) 553-3331

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CENTRAL OREGON EXHIBITS In support of state and federal guidelines for social distancing, most venues have attendance protocols in place. Please call or visit each venue website for updated information.

Madras / Warm Springs

The Museum at Warm Springs 2189 U.S. 26 • 541-553-3331 • museumatwarmsprings.org Continuing thru January 9, 2021 is the 27th Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member Art Exhibit. This exhibition highlights the creativity and resourcefulness of Warm Springs adult artists and their ability to keep art traditions alive through traditional and contemporary expression. This exhibition is meant to encourage and inspire the next generations of artists! Some art will be for sale. Museum is open to the public with Safety Standards in place, which can be found on their website.

Prineville

Rick Steber & Company — MAKERS 131 NE Fifth St., Prineville • 813-749-7143 • rickstebermakers.com Every Saturday, we urge you to show your support to the re-opening of our local economy by stopping by Rick Steber & Company — MAKERS, featuring MAKERS demonstrating their art, FREE ADVICE (might be bad advice but at least it’s free), local artists showing their work, sometimes there will be music, horseback riders, treats and much, much more. Visit and see what we have going on! Open this Saturday and every Saturday, from 10am-5pm, and Tuesday-Friday, from 12-3pm.

Come Experience the Energy of Nature! Geothermally Heated Cabins Hot Mineral Baths 541-943-3931

Rimrock Gallery 405A NW Third St., Prineville • 541-903-5565 • rimrockgallery.com All Gallery Artists Show featuring all subjects by our esteemed artists. Landscapes, water scenes, historic buildings, wildlife and ranch animals in oils, acrylics and pastels. Due to the concerns of COVID-19, we are still unable to have artist receptions. You can visit the show at your leisure, or view the Wetland artists’ works on the website. We offer ‘art on approval’ and home Sunrise, 24.5 x 20.5 framed deliveries. Be sure to visit the gallery website at rimrockgallery. oil by Laurel com to view artist’s work and gallery news. Owner, Pamela Claflin, Buchanan welcomes you to her large fine art gallery in Prineville. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5:30pm and Sunday 12-5:30pm. Closed Mondays.

Redmond/Terrebonne

LTA Gallery 611 NE Jackpine Ct., Ste. 3, Redmond • 541-316-0362 • darrenklingart.net Showcasing the artwork of Darren Kling with continued exhibition, Water and the Rock. School House Produce 1430 SW Highland Ave. Naadąą—Grill, Grind, or Pop!, acrylic on '' 541-504-7112 • schoolhouseproduce.com canvas, by Sue Vordenberg Schoolhouse Produce features an eclectic collection of fine edibles, and this month, an eclectic collection of fine art from SageBrusher’s Art Society member Sue Vordenberg. Showing are portrait, landscape, abstract and even “produce art.” Showing thru November.

Burns

2 Hours SE of Bend • www.summerlakehotsprings.com 2 Hours SE of Bend • 541-943-3931 • www.summerlakehotprings.com

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OUTSIDE CENTRAL OREGON EXHIBITS

Oard’s Gallery 42456 Hwy. 20 East, Burns • 541- 493-2535 • oardsgallery.com Exhibiting many one-of-a-kind items, including original, handmade arts and crafts from nine tribes around the area — baskets, beaded art, clothing, furniture, native art, paintings, rugs, jewelry and more.

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NOVEMBER 2020 / THIS MONTH'S PICKS

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evanescent 2PM cascade theatrical company cascadestheatrical.org

bend roots revival various times seven stages around bend bendroots.net

Autumn Pumpkin, acrylic by Natalie A. Nieman

virtual annual comedy for kids' sakefundraiser 4:30pm taking place around central oregon bbbsco.org

"I like pie" run/walk 8AM-3PM taking place around central oregon cascaderelays.com/events/i-like-pie

His Majesty by Linda Shelton

bend first friday 4pm downtown bend cascadeae.com

redmond turkey trot 5k & 10k (virtual) any time you choose redmondturkeytrot.com

a christmas carol 2pm & 7:30pm cascade theatrical company cascadestheatrical.org

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Call to Artists

CALL TO ARTISTS: CASCADE A&E MAGAZINE COVER ARTIST Cascade A&E Magazine is looking for “Santa”… to don the December Front Cover. While we respect all faiths, in honor of the late Pamela Hulse Andrews, founder of Cascade A&E Magazine, we carry on her tradition! Submissions can be of any medium, but must include Santa. The winner will have their art on the cover of the December 2020 Cascade A&E Magazine, as well as a cover story within the edition. Send an image of your entry to jeff@cascadebusnews.com by November 6, 2020. Questions? Contact Marcee at 541-388-5665 or marcee@cascadebusnews.com. CALL TO ARTISTS: RED CHAIR GALLERY BEND Red Chair Gallery, an award-winning art gallery located in downtown Bend, is seeking a new fiber or leather artist. We will consider any kind of wearable art or accessories except scarves. If you are interested in joining us, stop by the gallery (at the corner of Bond St. and Oregon Ave.) and pick up an application.

Workshops CASCADE FINE ART WORKSHOPS Contact Sue Manley, 541-408-5524 info@cascadefineartworkshops.com cascadefineartworkshops.com 2020 WORKSHOPS RESCHEDULED!!

Paint in Bulgaria with Stella Canfield!! All mediums and photographers welcome. June 10 through June 22, 2021 Painting the Figure from Photographs with Ted Nuttall July 12-16, 2021 Watercolor

New Perspective for November by EILEEN LOCK

his month begins with an intensity that could make conversations very challenging. Listen to your inner dialogue on the 1st and make an effort to be supportive. Let the other person have the last word on the 3rd and your outcome will be much better. Decisions are strong on the 6th and represents the conclusion of a long process. Take some self time on the 9th and remind yourself that your relationships are better when you do. Listen for your messages on the 10th and trust what you are hearing. Opportunities on the 12th are the beginning of life getting better. The New Moon on the 14th will find many people ready to let go of the past and start fresh. Take time to adjust to new situations on the 15th and realize there is still a lot more to talk about. Conversations on the 17th are connected to last month and the changes that you have been asking for. Speak clearly over the next few days so that you understand the decision that needs to be made. A change of heart and the desire for truth will inspire activity on the 21st. Trust your intuition on the 23rd and let it lead you into new territory. Stop for a moment on the 26th and realize how different you life has become. Remind yourself on the 28th that opportunities are available when you are willing to 32 November 2020 | www.CascadeAE.com

welcome change. The Full Moon on the 30th is all about finally letting go and celebrating where you are now. Give yourself a lot of credit for making it through these challenging times. We only have one more month left this year and December promises a significant shift of energy towards more positive. You will start noticing that life is slowly getting easier. Love and Light Always, Eileen Lock Clairvoyant Astrologer / Spiritual Medium 1471 NW Newport Ave., Bend, Oregon 97703 541-389-1159 eileenlock.freeservers.com • oneheartministry.freeservers.com Listen for the song in your heart, find the melody and dance to the music. Check out Eileen’s radio programs online at blogtalkradio.com. Cosmic Lunch Break on Mondays at 8am, What’s Up Wednesday at 8am and Talking With Spirit on Fridays at 8am.

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