Sunriver

Watercolors & Young Artists Grace Betty Gray Gallery

by JIM FISTER

As we roll into the holidays, the Betty Gray Gallery at the Sunriver Lodge is ready to bring on cheer with the continuation of a wonderful show as well as a showcase of young artists across the Central Oregon region. The Artists’ Gallery Sunriver in the Sunriver Village curates the Betty Gray Gallery as well as manages the Young Artists’ Challenge. The gallery is focused on engaging the community to expand the influence of art in Central Oregon.

The upper Betty Gray gallery continues hosting an array of watercolor paintings from a trio of accomplished artists, all members of the Watercolor Society of Oregon. Sunriver-based Helen Brown uses rice paper as a background, and mixes a technique of wax and watercolor to add a unique texture to her works. Crosswater-based Liz Haberman uses a traditional approach for her work, taking photographs to create realistic scenes using her professional technique. Redmond-based Rebecca Sentgeorge is the most experimental of the trio, using a variety of collage materials in addition to her superior technique. The three combine to provide a remarkable overview of technique and artistry. The show has recently been updated with some new material, so come see the changes. The show will run through the end of the year.

The lower gallery features the finalists of the 2022 Young Artists’ Challenge, which is being judged as this article goes to press. The initial judging for the challenge occurred at the Central Oregon Maker Faire, and final judging is underway with a jury panel. Finalists will be displayed at the Betty Gray Gallery starting in December through the Christmas season, and into January. It will complement the returning Gingerbread House exhibit that the Lodge was traditionally doing, providing enjoyment for adults and kids alike.

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Christmas paintings by Dianne Lay at Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Village

Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Village

57100 Beaver Dr., Bldg. 19 541-593-4382 • artistsgallerysunriver.com

At the Artists’ Gallery in the Sunriver Village, music is playing, people are laughing, and all the items for sale are special! And don’t forget the Gallery’s annual Holiday celebration. Mark your calendar for the second Saturday of the month — December 10, 4-6pm. Share holiday treats and drinks with the artists.

Sunriver Resort Lodge - Betty Gray Gallery

17600 Center Dr. 503-780-2828

The upper Betty Gray gallery continues hosting an array of watercolor paintings from a trio of accomplished artists, all members of the Watercolor Society of Oregon. Sunriver-based Helen Brown, Crosswater-based Liz Haberman and Redmond-based Rebecca Sentgeorge. The show will run thru the end of the year.

The lower gallery features the finalists of the 2022 Young Artists’ Challenge thru January. It will complement the returning Gingerbread House exhibit that the Lodge was traditionally doing, providing enjoyment for adults and kids alike.

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Holiday Shopping

by DENI PORTER

Fun!

Cheryl Chapman

Charlene Virts Bonnie Junell

Becky Henson

Shopping for holiday gifts should never be a burden. It should not be searching for parking or waiting for the UPS delivery. Shopping should be part of the joy of the season. At the Artists’ Gallery in the Sunriver Village, music is playing, people are laughing, and all the items for sale are special! A shopper’s biggest worry is deciding which one of the many items to purchase. Helpful and happy artists will assist with decisions, and gift wrap your purchase. You will be humming a Holiday tune on the way back to your vehicle.

And don’t forget the Gallery’s annual Holiday celebration. Mark your calendar for the second Saturday of the month — December 10, 4-6pm. Share holiday treats and drinks with the artists.

YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING LIST — Just add the name of the lucky recipient! • Beautiful oil paintings of all sizes by Bonnie Junell • Unique woven scarves and baskets by Charlene Virts • Holiday cards from beautiful watercolor paintings by Dianne Lay • Colorful mixed media paintings by Judy Wilson • Stained glass holiday ornaments made by Becky Henson • Beautiful red sunstone jewelry from Karla Proud • Paintings and prints by Bill Hamilton • Wonderful, whimsical art glass pieces by Cheryl Chapman • Special paintings and prints by Lori Orlando • One of a kind blown glass ornaments by Bruce Freund

Karla Proud Lori Orlando

The Artists’ Gallery is in Sunriver Village, Building 19. Open daily 10-5pm. artistsgallerysunriver.com • 541-593-4382

Judy Wilson Bill Hamilton