ACGA News

Mother Nature – Canary & Elephant Series – by Vicki Gunter – clay, underglaze, stains, glaze, art wax, carved pine mount, ice cubes – 19 x 17 x 12 in.

Mother Nature, depicted as African, represents our common origins. Her hair is entwined with African flowers & fish, prehistoric gingko leaves, stars, seaweed & a yellow cautionary canary. Earth is cradled in Mother Nature’s arms — the Sanctuary for all known life. Subtly kinetic, tears fall from her eyes into earth, as ice slowly melts.

I create sculpture inspired by our Generous Kingdom’s beauty to enchant people into guardianship.

• A Generous Kingdom is an exhibition of Verum Ultimum (meaning the Ultimate Truth) Juried & curated by Jennifer G Cutshall.
• View on the  Exhibition website as well as…
• …Verum Virtual ~ “walk” thru gallery rooms, get up close ~ click for details

Show Dates: December 11, 2023 through January 31, 2024

Take a great  hands on workshop with Kathy Skaggs from AMACO in February. In this 2 day workshop everyone will learn and practice a number of wonderful techniques from stencils, silkscreens and much more. Leave the workshop with new skills and samples to further the creative clay journey on your own. And what a bargain as well, only $95. Check it out at: OVCAG.org

“Natural Elements” is an art exhibition that pays homage to the varied forms and forces of nature. This collection
features artists whose work directly reflects natural themes or is inspired by the environment. The art displayed
ranges from literal interpretations to abstract expressions, all rooted in the natural world’s influence. This show includes works by ACGA members Vicki Gunter and Emil Yanos.

Vicki Gunter, Clay Mariposa Lily – 12 x 28 x 14.25   

Vicki Gunter, Our Poppy 2 – 21 x 21 x 7

Emil Yanos, Rumble – 1.4 × 14.3 × 7.3

Emil Yanos, Tempest I, 2.8 × 15 × 15, Honorable Mention

 Blue Line Arts

🪭 The Guild is welcoming guests to our annual Holiday Show December 9/10 and full week, 16-24. Open 11 to 5, closing at 2:00 on Christmas Eve, we have something for every taste! Come find your treasure amidst a dazzling array of exquisite ceramic art in our labyrinthian warehouse: planters, platters, teapots, vases, clay prints, sculpture and jewelry displayed in clay studios transformed into lovely showrooms. Our in-house gallery exhibition this year is, “Cups, Cups, Cups!”; surely there is one waiting to go home with you! 🪭

FREE EVENT🔻731 Jones X 4th🔻510 524 7031🔻Children & leashed doggies most welcome!
~ December 9/10 & full week 16 through 24
~ 11 to 5, closing at 2:00 on Christmas Eve🌟

Sept 30, 2023 – Jan 7, 2024

The de Young Open 2023 runs through January 7, 2024, at the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park, which stands as the pinnacle of exhibitions hosted by the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco. This grand display showcases 883 carefully selected artworks out of 7,766 submissions. The presentation adopts a “salon-style” layout, arranging pieces nearly edge to edge in multiple rows to offer the broadest representation possible.

Focused exclusively on art crafted within the past three years by Bay Area artists, the exhibition’s thematic groupings highlight the diverse artistic expressions found in the region. Spanning various mediums and styles, it serves as a testament to the rich and varied talent thriving within the Bay Area. Artists exhibiting their work in one of the nation’s premier museums not only gain prestige but also have the opportunity to sell their pieces, keeping 100% of the proceeds. View Web Gallery

Among the featured artists, the exhibition showcases sculptures by ACGA members Scott Jennings (#585) and Mari Emori (#559).

The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists, including ACGA members Jo Clarke, Geraldine GaNun, Nadia Tarzi Saccardi and Melissa Woodburn, presents ACTIVATION, a unique and imaginative interactive exhibit.  This exhibit is hosted by Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave., San Rafael 94901 and is open to the public Tues-Fri 1-4pm and Sat 10-2pm. Additional information at https://www.terralindaceramicartists.com/news-events.

*This venue is closed for private events so please check ahead of time

The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists, including ACGA members Jo Clarke, Geraldine GaNun, Nadia Tarzi Saccardi and Melissa Woodburn presents ACTIVATION, a unique and imaginative interactive exhibit. This exhibit is hosted by Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave. San Rafael, 94901, and is open to the public Tues-Fri 1-4pm and Sat 10-2pm.  Additional information at https://www.terralindaceramicartists.com/news-events

*this venue is closed for private events

ACGA Member, Geraldine GaNun has two pieces of ceramic art included in this dynamic juried showcase featuring 80 unique pieces of quality fine art for sale to holiday shoppers. The exhibit can be viewed from November 18, 2023 to January 20, 2024 and will be included in two Art Walks; December 8th and January 12th 5-8pm in downtown San Rafael.This exhibit is at Art Works Downtown located at 1337 Fourth Street, San Rafael 94901. Additional information visit https://www.artworksdowntown.org

Glenn Evans will be showing his fused glass at ART on the Square’s Holiday Show in Redwood City on November 18 from 10am-4pm. Whether you’re looking for stocking stuffers or splurges, you’ll find perfect gifts for everyone on your list at this not to be missed, one day event.

More than 25 artists in a variety of media will be offering their personal creations under the spectacular stained glass dome of the San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway on Courthouse Square in Downtown Redwood City. Admission is free. More information on the show at artonthesquarerwc.com. See more of Glenn’s work at GlennEvansGlass.com. Follow him on facebook.com/glennevansglass

Glenn Evans will be showing his fused glass art at Bargetto Winery’s Art in the Cellars event on Sat/Sun, Dec 2nd and 3rd. Enjoy a weekend filled with Art and Wine with over 30 local artists and food vendors.

The show will be at Bargetto’s Tasting Room at 3535 North Main St, Soquel, CA and will be open from 11am to 5pm both days. Admission is free. Food and wine tasting are available for purchase. Find more information on the Events page at bargetto.com. Follow Glenn at facebook.com/glennevansglass or glennevansglass,com

Lee has recently returned from a three-week woodfiring workshop that he organized in Aomori, Japan. He invited three other artists to participate – Alan Lacovetsky, a woodfire master from Winnepeg and ACGA members Miki Shin-Rutter and Chelsea Fried from northern California.

Visitors to Lee’s Winter Open Studio will see some firewood pieces that Lee brought back from Japan. These are for sale. He will also be displaying and offering new textures – Scallop and Gingko shown in the image here.

The open studio takes place on Saturday and Sunday, December 2 & 3 at Lee’s studio and gallery at 16 Coal Mine View, Portola Valley, CA. He can be reached at Lee@LeeMiddleman.com

November 18, 2023–January 20, 2024
Thursday–Saturday, 1–8pm: public hours
December 8, 5–8pm: reception and 2nd Friday Art Walk
January 12, 5–8pm: reception and 2nd Friday Art Walk

Art Works Downtown announces The Small Works Exhibit, an annual offering of quality fine-art to holiday shoppers and the art-loving public. This dynamic showcase will feature over 80 unique artworks in the award winning Gallery 1337.

Juror: Eleanor Harwood, Owner and Director; Eleanor Harwood Gallery, www.eleanorharwood.com

My wall piece “Retro Activity”was juried into this show.

September 30, 2023 – January 7, 2024

The de Young Open 2023 is now on view! Explore a captivating collection featuring 883 pieces from artists selected from a pool of more than 7,700 submissions. These artworks span various mediums and styles, showcasing the rich diversity of the Bay Area’s artistic talent. We’re thrilled to announce that ACGA members Scott Jennings and Mari Emori‘s works are included in this prestigious exhibition.

Following the resounding success of the inaugural presentation of The de Young Open in 2020, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco present this triennial juried community art exhibition. The exhibition draws submissions from artists residing in the nine counties surrounding the bay— Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma. The displayed artworks are arranged in a “salon style,” filling the space from edge to edge and floor to ceiling, showcasing a maximum number of works.

This exhibition celebrates and supports local arts communities in the Bay Area. Artists have the opportunity to sell their works and keep the proceeds. To purchase any artwork, you can directly contact the artists. In the Web Gallery, click “Detail View” beneath an artwork image to access pricing and the artist’s contact details.

The de Young Open 2023 at the de Young Museum is free every Saturday and requires a timed ticket to enter the exhibition.

Glass artist Randie Silverstein presents her Elemental Forces Series

Please mark your calendars for this two month show at Santa Cruz’s Oswald Restaurant at 121 Soquel Ave in Santa Cruz, opening November 4 until the end of the year. I will be showing my kiln fused glass art, both on the wall and in the air! This is a colorful body of work, with some very new pieces, you won’t see elsewhere! My work has been hanging there for the last few years and now it’s time to refresh. Plus a dozen or so other pieces. Plus the food is terrific. Reservations advised. Open Wed-Saturday for lunch and dinner. If you’d like a preview of My new glasswork, please come to Open Studios in Santa Cruz, October 14 and 15 and again October 21 and 22. Click here for Open Studios Artist Guide

Randie’s Website

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Open Studio in Jan Schachter’s courtyard with Jan & 5 other Ceramic Artists. Come visit!!!!

Please join Trudy Chiddix for her Open Studio the last weekend in October.  100 artists will also be exhibiting in the same building at 1890 Bryant Street in San Francisco.

Preview Party: Fri. Oct. 27 6-9pm,   Sat.& Sun. Oct. 28/29 11-5pm

Trudy’s work combines clay with fused glass.  She shares kilns and workspace with 8 clay artists, while art of various mediums is created by other artists in the building.  Lots to see on 3 floors of studios!  www.trudychiddix.com

ALTADENA, CA – ALTA Arts Collective is thrilled to announce the ALTA Art Tour 2023.  A captivating two-day event showcasing the vibrant and diverse artistic talents of Altadena and neighboring communities. This unique art tour will take place on October 14th and 15th, offering art enthusiasts and the local community a chance to visit the creative spaces of local artists, witnessing their artistic processes and gain insight into their inspirations.

An array of talented artists will open their studios to the public, most studios will host 1 or more artists, however, there will also be solo artist studios participating in the tour.

Visitors will have the opportunity to view and purchase original artwork in various mediums including painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography and more. The art tour is free, making it accessible to all. Visitors are encouraged to visit our website, www.altaartscollective.com for a complete list of participating artists and studio locations; interactive maps with turn-by-turn directions available each day of the tour.