Umpqua Valley Arts Association
Welcome in the warm summer weather at UVAA 2008!
FACT OR FICTION?
In the 1800’s in Washington DC the Japanese government sent cherry trees to the US. Likewise, in 1994, the newly formed Shobu Delegation from Japan sent Umpqua Valley Arts Association cherry trees to offer their friendship to the artists in Roseburg. Headed by the then City Manager, Masao Kitamura, he and other delegates planted them here in the front entrance of our building. The Shobu delegation is once again coming to our area on their annual Oregon tour and we hope that Mr. Kitamura will stop by to see how they have prospered since their planting in summer of 1994! Come do the same....they look beautiful! FACT!
Ever noticed this plaque outside under the cherry tree on the right as you approached the UVAA steps?
Schedule of Summer Art Classes now available
Download a copy of the summer class schedule
Summer art classes will run from July 7 - August 6.
You can register for classes in person, over the phone or via fax: Monday - Friday, 9 am to 6 pm
Printed copies of the schedule will soon be available at the
Umpqua Valley Arts Association.
UVAA's Annual Membership Show -
"Wings and Wheels"
Opening public reception was held at UVAA to a huge number of art appreciators, artists, airplane and old car enthusiasts. The entire building, including the Hallie, the Red and Corridor Galleries are bursting with UVAA member art pieces! The show will continue to be on display through July 19, don't wait too long to stop by!
The Hallie Brown Ford Gallery - Photo's by John Waller; Imaging by Fox
The Red Gallery - Photo by John Waller, Imaging by Fox
Photo's by John Waller;Imaging by Fox
The reception included wings and wheels provided by the DCRC flying club and the Stray Angels Car Club!
Don't miss the opportunity to stop in and gaze, reflect and enjoy!
"Time Flies When You're Having Fun" - 40th Annual Summer Arts Festival
We are gearing up for this year's Summer Arts Festival on June 27, 28 and 29 in Fir Grove Park.
We are going to be bumping up the excitement to help celebrate this years 40th by including some fun activities. The UVAA will sponsor its first 5K "Run Around The Arts," the Douglas County R/C Flyers will be here all three mornings doing flying demonstrations for our enjoyment and much more. ......
If you are an artist or food vendor and would like information about how to apply for booth space, please click on Festival Information for applications and deadlines.
Summer Arts Festival winner of the poster contest,
"Gracie and Friends," by Frances Carlson, Great Falls Montana
ADDITIONAL FESTIVAL HIGHTLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Inside the building: Alcove Gallery
Annual Membership Art Show - Wings and Wheels
Hallie Brown Ford and Red Galleries
Low Tide: Undetermined Species - The sculptural environments of Angela Haseltine Pozzi - Angela Pozzi produces mixed-media sculpture fantasy forms inspired by sea anemones, urchins, corals and other aquatic life. The works are bright, colorful, imaginative and great fun.
Sea cave photos by John Waller; Imaging by Fox
Artist Studios Open
Art Vendor booths and demo's in Gallery II
Outside the building:
Run Around The Arts - 5K Run. .... for $10 participant fee, anyone can walk or run. Sunday morning 9am. Same morning registration accepted.
Flying High! DC R/C Flyers will be doing flying demo's and holding an airplane exhibit for your viewing pleasure throughout each morning of the festival! Better Duck!
News
You can help Restore & Preserve the Arts Center!
Constructed in 1917, the building that is home to the Arts Center, is a community icon that is at the heart of our region’s art scene.
Age and usage calls for major restoration of the electrical system, plumbing repairs, installation of energy efficient windows and doors, updating the kitchen and bringing the sprinkler system up to code. In addition, we want to build a permanent stage and create greater access to the facility with an entrance off Harvard Avenue.
To achieve these goals, the Board of Directors has passed a resolution to begin a campaign to raise funds for building improvements.
While the campaign is in its initial planning phase, we ask you to consider helping support this project to restore and preserve this beautiful community icon by contributing to the building fund!
50/50 Saturdays -- (50 Artists on 50 Saturdays) Arts on the Rise!
UVAA is stepping it up! If you have not reserved your 4 hour slot to become a guest artist and host to meet and greet the public on a Saturday you're missing the boat! This is a great opportunity to take advantage of a free space in the lobby to put out your latest work on easels, business cards and or portfolio for those who stop by the arts center. This is and will become a great win/win for all of us. We need to YOU to help us market YOU! Our hope is to create a day where people look forward to coming in because an artist is "in the house."
April 5th - Renee Couture Ceramics
April 19th - Jill Waltenspiel UVAA Board Member
April 26th - Gena Tharp Acrylics
May 3rd - Dick Worthey Fine Wood Work
May 10th - 9 artists in house Tour of Studios
May 17th - Joan Arsenault Oils
May 31st - Diana Brown Calligraphy & demonstrations
June 21st - Association of Writers Poetry with readings
July 7th - Karen Glatz Ceramics
July 26 - Barbara Crosby Oil
August 16th - Delores Spencer
October 11 - Association of Writers Poetry with readings
October 18 - KatSue Grant Poetry
STOP BY AND VISIT WITH AN ARTIST WHILE YOU SHOP
Gallery & Exhibition News
Take a look at the 2008 UVAA Exhibit Schedule2008 Gallery Schedule
Art-full After-hours in Studio East!
Studio East at the UVAA is open every first Monday of the month for artist gatherings to share information on shows, critiques and encouragements and the galleries will be open for viewing too. Open from 6:00pm thru 8:00pm. Stop by-- Coffee is always hot, company is always refreshing!
Monday, July 7 at 8:45 the Plein Air Painters of the Umpqua will meet at the UVAA and then go out to location and paint for a few hours. Call Aleta to get on the list. 672-2532
Monday, July 7th is our next artist gathering!! We will be holding a casual art critique that night, bring in some work.
Photo by John Waller; Imaging by Fox
Plein Air Painters of the Umpqua (PAPU)
Monday, July 7th Plein Air Painters of the Umpqua (PAPU) take note!
There is going to be a UVAA painter’s paint out on Monday, July 7th! Plein Air painters will meet here at the UVAA at 8:45. Destination TBA that morning but will be close to town to conserve on gas and close to public bathrooms. 9:00am sharp everyone will take off to go paint on the announced location, so don’t be late! This is for any media but come prepared with all your sunscreen, water, hat, etc etc etc……. Kyall McGee will be here to oversee its success! Plan on coming to after hours that evening to share your experience and your color studies! If the weather is not cooperating that morning studio east will be set up to paint with still life!
Email aleta@uvarts.com and get your name on the PAPU list so Kyall will know to how many to expect on the outing and plan the location.
Open Studio / Studio East
Studio East at the UVAA will be open to artists to paint every Monday beginning Monday, January 21, 2008. Oil painters can come from 9:00am thru 1:00pm and Watercolor painters can come from 1:30 thru 5:30. Fee per session is $6 member / $7 non-member. Artists can sign in at the front office and pay per session attended. Come paint and ENJOY!!
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