santa ynez valley Celebrating arts and culture within the Santa Ynez Valley
January 2018
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Gaviota: The End of Southern California Saturday, January 27 • 3:00 pm The Wildling Museum will be screening Gaviota: The End of Southern California. Learn about our own coastline and what the impact of further development could result in. After the film, director Shaw Leonard will be answering questions from audience members. Tickets will be $5 for Wildling Museum Members and $10 for non-members. To purchase tickets in advance, visit http://www.wildlingmuseum.org/ gaviotafilm/ or call 805-686-8315
2018 SYV VISITORS GUIDE
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Steve Braff
Dorothy Jardin
Teresa McNeil MacLean
SYV Poetry Group Readings at The Wildling Museum of Art & Nature "Encounters-Poetry Inspired by Nature" Sunday, January 21 at 4-5PM The Wildling Museum and the Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association are pleased to present "Encounters--Poetry Inspired by Nature," readings by poets Dorothy Jardin, Teresa McNeil MacLean, and Steve Braff of the SYV Poetry Group). The reading starts promptly at 4:00 pm. Dorothy Jardin has been living, writing, teaching, and painting in the valley for many years. Several of her poems have been published in literary magazines. She is currently working on her fourth manuscript of poems. Teresa McNeil MacLean has described and displayed her unique perceptions of the natural world in poetry and art for over 45 years; a lifelong guitarist, she has also written songs for the past 15 years. She has taught poetry workshops in local elementary schools for 30 years through Arts Outreach and California Poets in the Schools. Steve Braff is the author of “Forty Days” (Cholla Needles Press, 2017) inspired by photographs of Joshua Tree National Park. Steve regularly recites his poetry at Central Coast venues and serves as Poetry Chair for SYVArts.
The River's Journey opens and closes with poetry readings Saturday, February 17th • 5:30 pm Join talented local poets Steve Braff, Teresa McNeil MacLean, and Dorothy Jardin during the opening or closing of the Wildling Museum's exhibit, The River's Journey, as they read poems inspired by the exhibition. Feb 17 reading: Following an intro by Stacy, Teresa will read her two poems and then Steve will close with one poem. July 8 reading: Following an intro by Stacy, Dorothy will read her two poems and then Steve will close with one poem.
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Tranquility Exhibit Gallery Los Olivos
Detail: Chris Pavlov, Sneak Peek Pavlov Art Gallery
Kirby Brown - Feb. 9 Standing Sun Winery
The River's Journey Exhibit Wildling Museum of Art & Nature
Staff Honey Paper
Detail: Eyvind Earle, Winter Oak Elverhøj Museum of History & Art
Welcome....................................................... 1
Art Without Borders...................................... 7
SYV Poetry Group Readings.......................... 1
Cypress Gallery.............................................. 9
2nd Saturday Artisans.................................... 3
Honey Paper.................................................. 10
Community Partners...................................... 3
Wildling Museum of Art & Nature................. 11
Standing Sun LIVE......................................... 4
Elverhøj Museum of History & Art................. 13
Gallery Los Olivos.......................................... 5
Guild Room @Gallery Los Olivos................... 14
Pavlov Art Gallery.......................................... 6
NatureTrack Film Festival...........................back
All Artwork and Photos shown remain the sole property of the artist. No reproductions are permitted without express permission from the Santa Ynez Valley Arts Assoc. and/or the artist.
ON THE COVER
Tom Heslop, Smith's Pond, watercolor. In an article from the Santa Maria TIMES, "Heslop has not only captured personal visions of beautiful landscape scenes, but notes that the process of painting has taught him valuable life lessons." It also relates that the art, "...reflects the artist's experience of stunning landscape scenes and the effect of light – often on water – and calls up the feeling of being present with nature. This provides an engaging experience for the viewer." Tom, along with his wife Rella, have been long time members of SYV Arts and have donated many volunteer hours to hang the artwork in the Guild Room each month.
Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association PO Box 762, Los Olivos, CA 93441 805-694-8837 info@SantaYnezValleyArts.org 2
The Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, supporting the arts within the Santa Ynez Valley through affordable opportunities for artists to show and sell artwork, collaborations with non-profits and businesses on programs and events, investment in higher education for high school art students through scholarships, and a variety of outreach avenues, such as this digital arts magazine, that bring greater awareness to the cultural heart beat of the area.
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2nd Saturday Artisan Event Reopens March 10! Series will continues through 2018 on the Second Saturday of each month The 2nd Saturday of each month, 12pm – 5pm, local Artists show and sell their unique art work. Original paintings, jewelry, wood-work, pottery, photography, and more will be for sale and on display. All the artists have a unique point of view and are skilled at their craft. The show is located within the iconic Grange Hall, next to the park, in the center of Los Olivos.
Come by and meet our artists! If you are an artist wanting to participate – contact Kathy Badrak at Kbadrak@comcast.net for the application.
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Expanding and supporting access to the arts in the Santa Ynez Valley
The Cypress Gallery - LVAA 119 E Cypress Ave, Lompoc p. 805-737-1129
www.lompocvalleyartassociation.com
2933 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos p. 805-325-9320 www.honey-paper.com
Pavlov Art Gallery
1608 Copenhagen Dr, Ste C, Solvang p. 805-686-1080 www.pavlovgallery.com
Elverhøj Museum of History & Art
Standing Sun Winery
Gallery Los Olivos
Wildling Museum of Art & Nature
1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang p. 805-686-1211 info@elverhoj.org www.elverhoj.org 2920 Grand Ave, Los Olivos p. 805-688-7517 gallerylosolivos@gmail.com www.gallerylosolivos.com
92 2nd St - Unit D, Buellton p. 805-904-8072 john@standingsunwines.com www.standingsunwines.com 420 2nd St, Solvang p. 805-688-1082 info@wildlingmuseum.org www.wildlingmuseum.org
The Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association is proud to count non-profit organizations and businesses as community partner members. Together, we advocate for each other, local artists, and collaborate on projects to create an enriching environment for the Arts Community within the Santa Ynez Valley. 3
GALLERY LOS OLIVOS
2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos
Our winter hours (10-4) go through the end of January; after that, we return to our normal hours of 10-5 daily.
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Tranquility
Sheryl Knight, City Lights
January 2 – February 18, 2018 The new year has begun and we have much to celebrate: we came through the Thomas Fire unscathed. Now, with the recent rain, we have newly clean air and well-watered plants in the front of the gallery. So Mother Nature seems to be creating a bright clear environment for enjoying art. We recently announced our “Tranquility” show in our spacious front room with many of our artists participating. It’s a beautiful show with many interpretations of the theme. We hope you’ll make it to the gallery to see the show which closes February 18.
Susan Belloni, Sunset Bougie
And while you’re here, don’t miss the work of our newest artist in 2018: Susan Belloni. She paints in acrylic and oil, and has her studio in Solvang. She has a number of lively acrylic landscapes on the wall dedicated to her work; she also has work in the Tranquility show.
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ART WITHOUT BORDERS EXHIBIT
Sharon Foster: California Beautiful
Sharon Foster, City Lights
Through March 1, 2018
Sharon Foster, Coastal Beauty
The Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe 2870 Grand Ave, Los Olivos
An exhibit of inspiring art by Sharon Foster will be on view at the Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café. This new show is a great opportunity for visitors to see an impressive body of work, which is also available for purchase. Sharon Foster is a photographic artist and longtime resident of Santa Maria, California. She captures stunning photographs as she wanders through the hills and valleys of the central coast, seeking just the right play of light and shadow for her images. As she has developed her gift in this art form over the years, she is able to change her masterful photographs into emotionally stirring works of art. Each piece is digitally enhanced so the majesty of God’s creation that is so alive in nature, is reflected in a fresh expression of joy and wonder. This exhibit is one of a continuing series of shows made possible by the commitment of the Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café to showcase local art and artists. Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association, a nonprofit arts organization with over thirty years of history in the area, coordinates and manages the “art without borders” installation in cooperation with the Café. A portion of art sales benefits the organization, and these collaborative efforts - a way to keep art alive and accessible in the Santa Ynez Valley. For more information on local arts: www.santaynezvalleyarts.org
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ART WITHOUT BORDERS EXHIBIT
Rebecca Gomez and Allen Koehn: Outside the Box
Allen Koehn, Barking up th Right Tree Digital photo, archival mixed media print, 16x20
Rebecca Gomez, Cast Shadows Series III Mixed media, 24x30
Through January 15, 2018 Epiphany Wine Cellars
2974 Grand Ave, Los Olivos A diverse show of art pieces by local artists Rebecca Gomez and Allen Koehn, the show title, “Outside the Box”, refers to the artists’ use of art media in unusual and perhaps unexpected ways, resulting in works that engage the viewer on several levels. The photographic art by Koehn is based on digital photographs which have been printed on archival art rag paper, affixed to a stretched canvas base. The photo pigments have been fixed into the paper using an unusual technique utilizing a specialized UV protective varnish in many coats that is absorbed into the paper. Then the works are coated with an acrylic matte medium, resulting in photographic work that is as resilient as a finished painting. This allows it to be framed without matte or glass, in this case in floater frames, which allows one to take it in much like they would experience artwork in other mediums. These “archival mixed media prints” can hang without limitations sometimes imposed on photographic work, in that they are UV protected and will not fade in strong light and have a tough surface not subject to damage without protection by glass. As for the mixed media work by Gomez, the artist has noted: “There are many layers in my work, and often some transparency. While my work may appear to be disparate in style or execution, it is actually all part of an exploration of subjects or objects that can never truly be captured in a fixed way. Whether representational or abstract, the pieces are about asking questions, attempting to see beyond the surface, looking for openings, connections. They celebrate not what we know and the limits of knowing, but rather the beauty of mystery and the impossibility of fixed knowledge about the manifest world.” The work in the show includes some pieces from the artist’s “Shadow Series”, which incorporates black and white digital photography as one of several layers in the finished artwork – again, an unusual approach. Other works involve a mixed range of painting and drawing media. This exhibit introduces Epiphany Cellars as a venue supporting the efforts of SYV Arts. Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association, a nonprofit arts organization with over thirty years of history in the area, coordinates and manages the “art without borders” installations. A portion of art sales benefits the organization, and these collaborative efforts - a way to keep art alive and accessible in the Santa Ynez Valley. For more information on local arts: www.santaynezvalleyarts.org 8 www.SantaYnezValleyArts.org
THE CYPRESS GALLERY
119 E. Cypress Ave, Lompoc • Open Tue–Sun, 12-4PM & 12–5PM Daylight Savings www.lompocvalleyartassociation.com
"A Walk Through the Cypress" January 2018 • By Terry Taylor The Cypress Gallery in Lompoc is undergoing some renovations and is closed for most of January. The carpet and old (ancient?) vinyl flooring have been removed and a cement expert is finishing the bare concrete floor and applying a special stain to give it an updated look. New ceramic tile will be installed in the bathroom, kitchen and file room areas. When this project is completed, hopefully toward the end of January, the members will hold a special reception to see the remodel changes and the newest art to come into the gallery. Date and time will be announced at a later date. Revisit the Cypress Gallery FaceBook page for updates. We'll see you again, soon! Cypress Gallery is operated by the members of the Lompoc Valley Art Association and is located at 119 East Cypress Avenue, Lompoc. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. 805-737-1129, lompocart.com .
FANTASTIC SELECTION OF GREETING CARDS EVENT & PERSONAL STATIONERY, CUSTOM MAPS READING GLASSES, JOURNALS AND GIFTS
WWW. HONEY-PAPER.COM . 2933 GRAND AVENUE, LOS OLIVOS 805-325-9320 OPEN EVERYDAY 11:00 - 4:00
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WILDLING MUSEUM OF ART & NATURE 1511 Mission Dr., Solvang www.wildlingmuseum.org
Celebrate the opening of the Wildling's new exhibition, The River's Journey, with a special event! February 17, 2018 • 3:30 pm 2974 Grand Ave, Los Olivos
Be among the first to explore the exhibition and purchase the artwork by the Rose Compass artists, a group of 6 local women who have explored the impact of the Santa Ynez River. Enjoy appetizers, wine poured by Flying Goat Cellars, and the opportunity to meet all 6 artists. Each ticket holder* will receive a complimentary exhibition catalog and the chance to win an original artwork from the show! The talented artists who call themselves Rose-Compass are: Nicole Strasburg, Holli Harmon, Connie Connally, Pamela Zwehl-Burke, Libby Smith and Nina Warner. They each have their distinct creative points of view but the medium of gouache and the watershed unite them. They have been painting and exploring for several months already and routinely post blogs about their adventures and musings. Event Ticket: $75
Admission for 1 person + 1 catalog + chance to win artwork
Guest Ticket: $10
Admission for 1 person (no catalog and no chance to win artwork)
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COMING UP AT THE WILDLING! Sunday, January 21st
Poetry Reading, 4pm
Saturday, January 27th
Gaviota: The End of Southern California FIlm Screening, 3pm $5/Members, $10/Non-Members
Wednesday, January 31st
Santa Barbara Opera Performance, 12pm, FREE
Monday, February 5th
Last day to see The Student & The Teacher: Theodore Waddell & Isabelle Johnson
Saturday. February 10th
KidKraft, 2pm $5/Child (includes admission for 1 adult)
Thursday, February 15th
Entries due for Wild Things Photography Competition at the Santa Barbara Zoo
Saturday, February 17th
The River’s Journey Preview Party, 3:30pm Tickets: $75 and include exhibition catalogue and chance to win one of six original paintings The River’s Journey General Opening Reception, 5:30pm
Saturday, February 24th
Pastel Workshop with Chris Chapman, 10am - 2pm Tuition: $60
Tuesday, February 27th
Excursion to Bergamot Station & Santa Monica Pier $25/person Call 805-688-7529 to sign up
All events and programs are subject to change. Call (805) 686-8315 or visit www.wildlingmuseum.org for more info. Image Credit: Connie Connally, Charcoal Veil, Gouache
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Floyd Norman
Thomas Larson
Special Presentation
Re-Opening The Book
Disney Legend Floyd Norman: Eyvind Earle’s Influence in Animation & Film
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3
SATURDAY JANUARY 27 • 3:00 pm Social Hour immediately following Join us for a special talk featuring influential Disney Legend Floyd Norman. Hear stories about what it was like to work on the classic film Sleeping Beauty alongside Walt Disney and Eyvind Earle. Norman – writer, Disney animator, Pixar story artist, musician – continues to impact animation and stir up his own brand of “trouble.” The first African-American animator at Disney, Norman was the subject of a 2016 documentary film. And at 82 he’s still going strong: “There’s always some project on my drawing board …” He was named a Disney Legend in 2007, and today, 61 years after he was first hired, he continues to work as a freelancer at Walt Disney Studios.
Opening Reception: 4:30 to 6:00 pm Pre-Reception Talk witht he Curators: 4:00 pm Celebrate art about words in unique and unexpected forms. Artist books will hang from the ceiling, crawl up the wall, cover table tops and fill the imagination. Some books are nonmaterial – made of light and shadow; some pop up; others play with layers. Viewers will delight in exploring the many ways that artist probe the definition of what constitutes a book, searching for new forms – and de-forms – of this familiar object.
Reservations recommended: info@elverhoj.org / (805) 686-1211 Elverhøj Museum of History and Art, located at 1624 Elverhoy Way in Solvang, is open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm. There is no charge for admission; suggested donation is $5.
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GUILD ROOM @ Gallery Los Olivos 2920 Grand Ave, Los Olivos www.santaynezvalleyarts.org
JANUARY SHOW & SALE Through February 6, 2018
The "Guild Room" is located within Gallery Los Olivos. The room is exclusive to members of the Santa Ynez Valley Arts Association and displays member's original works of art for show and sale. The exhibit changes the first Wednesday of every month. All sales are made through Gallery Los Olivos. Visitors to the Guild Room will find works in a variety of mediums, styles, and subject matter. Open 7 days a week, during the Gallery hours of 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, we invite you to visit and enjoy the unique perspectives of our talented member artists. Purchases may be made by visiting Gallery Los Olivos or calling 805-688-7517. Sales by phone will need to include arrangement for pick-up or shipping.
Artists participating this month include: Sam Burke • Deborah Chadsey • Adria Chalfin • Laura Cross • Tom Heslop • Suzanne N. Huska • Barbara Mousouris • Diane Reuter • Barbara Snyder • Floyd Snyder • Randee J. Ward
Sam Burke, Grape Vine & Grass Mt. at Foxen Canyon Oil on board $250
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Sam Burke, Sedgwick Preserve Bunk House Oil on board $250
Deborah Chadsey, Glacier Ice I Acrylic on canvas $225
Deborah Chadsey, Volcano I Acrylic on canvas $225
Deborah Chadsey, Winter Blizzard I Acrylic on canvas $225
Adria Chalfin, Demon Destroyer Sun Mandala Hand tooled, hand painted on pure copper with patina $950
Adria Chalfin, Mediation Mandala Hand tooled, hand painted on pure copper with patina $875
Adria Chalfin, Vitality Mandala Hand tooled, hand painted on pure copper with patina $350
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Laura Cross, An Evening in Solvang Acrylic $110
Laura Cross, ERIC III Mixed media $148
Laura Cross, Hong Kong 2000BC to 2000AD Mixed media $148
Tom Heslop, Smith's Pond Watercolor $275
Tom Heslop, Too Rocky Watercolor $95
Suzanne N. Huska, A Swinging View Oil on canvas $425
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Suzanne N. Huska, Wind Rumors Oil on canvas $924
Barbara Mousouris, Birches Watercolor $350
Barbara Mousouris, Geraniums Watercolor $350
Barbara Mousouris, Haven Watercolor $350
Diane Reuter, The 3rd Elephant Watercolor $395
Barbara Snyder, The 18th at Pebble Beach Photograph on canvas $159
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Barbara Snyder, Vintage Corvette Pismo Beach Photograph on canvas $95
Barbara Snyder, Longhorn Abstract Digitized photoon canvas $199
Floyd Snyder, Sunflower - Large Photograph on canvas $99
Floyd Snyder, Sunflower - Small Photograph on canvas $99
Floyd Snyder, The Other Side of the Rock Digital enhances photo $99
Randee J. Ward, Bare Branches Mixed media w/photo core $175
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