ACGA News

Call for Nominations for the ACGA Board of Directors

We’d like to hear from you!

Now is the time to nominate yourself or another ACGA member for a seat on the Board of Directors. The ballot will go out in early January, and votes will be tallied by January 20. Results will be announced via email and at the All-Member Meeting on Saturday, January 27. The election is for a two-year term.

Our Board is a vibrant, creative group of ACGA members who enjoy working together to run the organization. We oversee exhibitions, social media and newsletter content, membership, the annual Clay and Glass Festival, finances and budgeting, twice-a-year festival juries, website content, and anything else that strengthens the ACGA community.

Joining the Board is an excellent way to add your voice and opinions as we navigate toward our goals. Monthly meetings are held via Zoom, and because we now meet online instead of in person, we’re looking for nominations from anywhere in the state.

Consider putting your name or the name of another member on the ballot this year.

Sincerely,

Sally Jackson, ACGA Secretary

By |2023-12-04T11:39:42-08:00December 4th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Call for Nominations for the ACGA Board of Directors

Terra Linda Ceramic Artists presents ACTIVATION-An interactive exhibit

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

By |2023-11-09T12:36:39-08:00November 9th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Terra Linda Ceramic Artists presents ACTIVATION-An interactive exhibit

Terra Linda Ceramic Artists presents ACTIVATION from Oct 13-Nov 17, 2023

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

By |2023-11-09T12:35:12-08:00November 9th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Terra Linda Ceramic Artists presents ACTIVATION from Oct 13-Nov 17, 2023

Art Works Downtown presents THE SMALL WORKS EXHIBIT Nov 18, 2023 -Jan 20, 2024

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

By |2023-11-09T12:34:51-08:00November 9th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Art Works Downtown presents THE SMALL WORKS EXHIBIT Nov 18, 2023 -Jan 20, 2024

ART on the Square Holiday Show

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

By |2023-11-08T17:10:47-08:00November 8th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on ART on the Square Holiday Show

Art in the Cellars

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

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Lee Middleman’s Winter Open Studio

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

By |2023-11-08T17:08:27-08:00November 8th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Lee Middleman’s Winter Open Studio

Natural Elements

Juried Show at Blue Line Arts
This exhibition seeks to showcase a diverse collection of art that harnesses the raw beauty and profound influence of nature.
Show Dates: December 2nd, 2023 to January 13th, 2024
Opening Reception: December 16th, 2023 (4pm to 8pm)
405 Vernon Street #100, Roseville CA 95678
Two of my pieces Tempest I and Rumble were juried into this show as well as two of Vicki Gunter’s. I don’t have images of Vicki’s pieces but you can download them here. https://airtable.com/appAsesD484cqbW6c/shrHQ5QV7hml95SJ3/tblSwxXv7NCyMen0a
By |2023-11-08T17:08:08-08:00November 8th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Natural Elements

The Small Works Exhibit

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 publicThis 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.

By |2023-11-08T17:07:46-08:00November 8th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on The Small Works Exhibit

THE DE YOUNG OPEN 2023

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.

By |2023-11-09T12:35:36-08:00October 9th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on THE DE YOUNG OPEN 2023

Glass artist Randie Silverstein presents her Elemental Forces Series

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

Randie’s Facebook page

Randie’s Instagram page

By |2023-10-05T18:06:44-07:00October 5th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Glass artist Randie Silverstein presents her Elemental Forces Series

Trudy Chiddix plus 100 artists in SF building hold Open Studios Oct. 27-29

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

By |2023-10-05T15:00:39-07:00October 5th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Trudy Chiddix plus 100 artists in SF building hold Open Studios Oct. 27-29

ALTA Arts Collective Presents: The ALTA Art Tour 2023 on October 14 and 15, 2023, 11AM – 5PM

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.

By |2023-10-05T14:59:54-07:00October 5th, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on ALTA Arts Collective Presents: The ALTA Art Tour 2023 on October 14 and 15, 2023, 11AM – 5PM

Ceramic Expressions

I am having a one person show at Ruby’s Clay Studio Gallery of my recent ceramic sculptures.

552A Noe Street, San Francisco

October 27-November 22.

Monday, Wednesday-Friday 9-1, Tuesday, Saturday-Sunday 1-4 and by appointment.

By |2023-10-05T17:23:57-07:00October 3rd, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Ceramic Expressions

The Avenues

One of Jane Grimm’s sculptures has been included in the group show “The Avenues” at The Drawing Room Gallery in San Francisco.

The Drawing Room

210 Clement Street

Wednesday-Sunday, 11-7

September 16-October 21

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Minutes of the ACGA Board of Directors Meeting — September 11, 2023, via Zoom

Present: Mari Emori, April Zilber, Sally Jackson, Jan Schachter, Lee Middleman, Ren Lee, Iver Hennig, Chris Johnson, Joe Battiato, Emil Yanos, Barbara Prodaniuk, Vicki Gunter, Susie Rubenstein, Trudy Chiddix, Julie Taber

Absent: Cheryl Costantini, Sonja Hinrichsen

The meeting began at 5:30 p.m.

Welcome (Mari)

Treasurer’s Report (April)

Total assets as of August 31 were $113,640.76. Our income from the Clay and Glass Festival was $96,989 and expenses as of August 31 were $67,317.26. Net income stands at about $29,000 pending a few more adjustments expected in September. These numbers put the organization in a good place financially and cover losses incurred when we had to cancel the festival in 2020.

Festival Report (April)

The Clay and Glass Festival in July included 110 artists, with total sales reaching an impressive $478,166. The top seller made $26,600. Eleven artists made over $10,000 and the average for all artists was $4347. The Board discussed various ways to report sales with distinctions among types of artists.

Payment for Festival Publicity on Social Media (Mari)

Mari had suggested that we pay Ren for the extensive social media work she did before the festival. In response, Ren clarified that she had undertaken this work voluntarily and had not anticipated any compensation. Ren also pointed out that it was premature to address this until all financial reports were finalized. Additionally, she emphasized the importance of acquiring analytical data for marketing purposes and suggested allocating available funds for these purposes, such as MailChimp posts and plugin upgrades. April and Pam will transfer the Google Analytics account to Ren to see if that gets what the Monster Analytics upgrade would do.

Benicia Arts Exhibit Update (Vicki)

The NY2CA Gallery in Benicia would like to host an ACGA show in 2024. Vicki will talk to two other galleries nearby about hosting concurrent shows, which will increase Arts Benicia’s interest in a citywide ACGA event.

Exhibit at Santa Cruz’s MK Contemporary Gallery, Spring 2024 (Iver)

Iver has taken over from Jan the planning of an ACGA show at MK Contemporary in Santa Cruz next spring. At this early stage we need to choose a title and a juror, and we need to work out the logistics of an entry platform. The call-for-entry will be open to ACGA members and artists who reside in Santa Cruz County.

Soliciting New Board Members (Mari)

Soon the Board will begin recruiting new board members for two-year terms. Nominations are welcome.

All-Member Meeting (Mari)

The Board discussed aspects of the All-Member Meeting that will take place in January or February. We will prepare for having a hybrid meeting with both in-person and online attendance. We are considering a venue such as a public library, where technology suitable for this type of meeting, such as Owl, is available. Each board member living in the Bay Area will research available locations and the cost of renting a conference room in their respective towns. They will report their findings at the next meeting.

The meeting ended at 6:45 p.m.

Next Meeting: 5:30 p.m., Monday, October 9, via Zoom

All Members Welcome

By |2023-10-05T15:58:16-07:00October 3rd, 2023|ACGA News|Comments Off on Minutes of the ACGA Board of Directors Meeting — September 11, 2023, via Zoom
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