Bears in Art; Bears in Life
A two-part exhibit next month blends fine art with natural history to showcase connections among imagination, science, and reality. ‘Bears in Art; Bears in Life,’ produced by North Tahoe Arts in collaboration with the BEAR League is on exhibit at the North Tahoe Art Center from March 2-April 4. For information, contact North Tahoe Arts at 530-581-2787. North Tahoe Art Center is at 380 N. Lake Blvd. next to the fire station in Tahoe City.
Life On Thin Ice
On March 24, at Sawtooth Ridge Café from 7 to 9 p.m., acclaimed wildlife photographer Jenny E. Ross will present a slide show and lecture about polar bear biology, behavior and conservation. The Sawtooth Ridge Café is at 877 N. Lake Blvd. across from the Safeway in Tahoe City. $10 door, $5 for children 12 and under. Sawtooth Ridge Café. 530-583-2880.
Carole Sesko
Truckee artist Carole Sesko is exhibiting a new collection of original mixed media artworks at Dragonfly Cuisine. Utilizing acrylic paint applied to wood, metal, paper, and canvas, these artworks are contemporary and mix vibrant color with an emphasis on texture and sheen. through April 30. Dragonfly Cuisine, 10118 Donner Pass Road in downtown Truckee, 530-587-0557. www.carolesesko.com.
Photo Impressionism
Manipulated photographs on display at Cottonwood Restaurant at Hilltop in Truckee through March.
Abstract Oils
Yari Ostovany’s abstract oil paintings are on display in two exhibits: Part I shows through March 23 at the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Art Gallery, South Valleys Library; Part 2 shows Feb 5 through March 20 at Northwest Reno Library. 775-329-2787.
One Way Street Exhibition
Feb 26 through April 6, M-F, 9 to 5 pm. Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery, University of Nevada, Reno campus. Free.
Andy Warhol
Celebrate Andy Warhol’s Dream America presented by the Nevada Museum of Art (NMA) now through May 27. This treasured exhibit allows onlookers an exclusive peek into a large selection of Warhol’s portfolio featuring the recognizable prints of Marilyn Monroe, Jacquelyn Kennedy, Mick Jagger and the Campbell’s Soup cans, along with more obscure works. For more information, visit www.nevadaart.org or call 775-329-3333.
Digital Nature Photography
Ann Folsom Photography in Truckee’s US Bank for February and March.
Batmobile
Check out the original Batmobile at the National Automobile Museum now through July 31. 775-333-9300 www.automuseum.org.
Portraits Of Space
Watercolor exhibition by Marianna Lucido featured at Fleischmann Planetarium’s Art/Space Gallery, UNR, Reno. 775-784-4812 planetarium.unr.edu.
Bill Langton Photography
On display at Truckee Book and Bean through March.
Call for Artists
Moonshine Ink Creative Brew
Whatever your mode of summoning your muse, Moonshine Ink wants to feature your creative spark. In May, we are expanding our Creative Brew section by publishing an entire Creative Brew edition to show off the artistic juices of our community. We are calling for submissions – family stories, writing, photos, recipes, poems, illustrations, favorite jokes, kids’ paintings… whatever. You send, we select, it gets published. Submission deadline is MARCH 28 2007. If sending photos, please send two versions (both jpegs): 1.) For print, 200 dpi in grayscale at 6′ wide and 2.) For online, 72 dpi in RGB at 300 pixels wide. If sending writing, please send a Word doc or cut and paste your content into the body of your email with ‘Creative Brew’ in subject line. Please provide contact info and a byline so we appropriately credit you for your masterpieces. If you have questions, please call. This is not for payment, just the mere delight of having your work published and enjoyed. Please send your submissions to creativebrew@moonshineink.com. Moonshine Ink. www.MoonshineInk.com. 530-587-3607
Earth Day Bumper Sticker Design Competition
Design a bumper sticker for this Earth Day. The winning bumper sticker will have their bumper sticker mass-produced and will be distributed to participants of Earth Day 07. In addition, the winning bumper sticker will be ran in local media sources with a short write-up on the winner. 2 Colors Only, 3′ x 7′ (same size as Keep Truckee Green / Keep Truckee Blue stickers), must be comprehendible from a distance, must convey a clear message to promote behavior for a sustainable future. Deadline to submit entries: March 15. Please mail entries to PO BOX 7316, Tahoe City, CA 96145 or call Nichole Dorr at 530.582.2909 to arrange for a pick up or drop-off.
Art, Wine and Music Festival Call for Exhibitors
The 6th Annual Art, Wine and Music Festival comes to Squaw Valley July 21-22, 2007. The two-day celebration showcases the work of 65-80 juried fine artists, a benefit wine tasting each afternoon, and live musical performances on outdoor summer stages. Squaw Valley USA is currently accepting applications for artist and winery exhibitors. The early application rate deadline is April 15; all artist applications must be submitted by May 15 and the deadline for winery applications is June 1, 2007. For information visit www.squaw.com or call Squaw Valley Marketing and Events at 530-583-6985.
Nevada On Napkins Call for Artists
Wildflower Village invites artists to participate in a group show ‘NEVADA ON NAPKINS’ in June 2007. We are seeking Nevada artists to produce a Nevada theme on paper napkins. Photographs or jpegs of the created napkins must be received by Wildflower Village before May 1st 2007 for jury. For information, contact Patty Melton at 775 787-3769 or Pat Campbell- Cozzi at 775-787-3769 or 827-5250; or visit wildflowervillage.com .
2008 Exhibits- Call for Artists
Artist interested in having solo or group shows at North Tahoe Arts next year take note: the jury process for 2008 exhibits has been pushed up to the spring of 2007. Applications are due Monday, April 2nd, 2007. For an application form, email admin@northtahoearts.com, call 530-581-2787, or drop by the Art Center at 380 N. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City after February 20th. Applications forms will be available at the Artisan Shop.
Art Beneath Our Feet Art Competition
Artists will be creating one or more rectangular shaped segments approximately 3’X3’ at Wildflower Village. The mosaic theme is the artist’s choice. Judging to be held the morning of July 21. Awards from $100 to $1000. Contact Pat Campbell-Cozzi or Patty Melton for application packages. atcampbellassoc@sbcglobal.net Pat 775 827-5250 Patty 775 250-4568.
Around the World in 80 Works
A challenge is before you, travel photographers of North Tahoe/Truckee to produce your boldest, most brilliant photographs for our May Show, ‘Around the World in 80 Works’- a take on Jules Verne’s classic family adventure story. Work should convey a sense of place, and most importantly, exemplify a sense of adventure. All continents needed. Contact admin@northtahoearts.com for the application. North Tahoe Arts is located at 380 N. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145. 530-581-2787.
