Art Galleries & Exhibits
The Arts
September 13-October 6: Wild Art Show
It’s bound to generate buzz and stir up some lively conversation, and right after the reception there will be a special showing of local filmmaker Forrest Naylor’s recent films at Matheson, Odd Fellows Hall, Ukiah Street, Mendocino. www.mendoartshow.com Sponsored by Voodoo Pink.
September 18-October 19: Neil LaBute’s “Autobahn”
Take a ride with us along “Autobahn”, Neil LaBute’s classic situational tribute to the interpersonal intimacies that take place in everyday American’s home-away-from-home: the front seat our automobile. LaBute shows a compelling treatment of the delicate relationship between language and intention, expression and silence, that is the essence of Middle America and the many lives that crisscross its surface. Autobahn is 6 playlets performed by 15 actors who have been directed by 9 directors. Helen Schoeni Theatre, 5200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino. 707-937-4477
October 18-November 2: Second Annual Day of the Dead
Join us through Mendocino County for a variety of events in their honor as we celebrate with those who have gone before us. Feast with them and welcome them home for a visit. The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a time for the dead to return home and visit loved ones, feast on their favorite foods and listen to their favorite music.
October 17 through November 27, 2008: Three Rivers Studios, Mixed Media, Mixed Artists
From a fascinating group of 10, Three Rivers Studios group, who has open studios year around, exhibits in their home as well as numerous galleries, both locally and abroad. Three Rivers Studios’ art ranges from luminous abstracts to Japanese-influenced pottery; their inspiration is as diverse as the artists – nature, light, travel, inward journeys. Scharffenberger Cellars’ Tasting Room, 8501 Highway 128, Philo. 707-895-2957
Mendocino Art Center
The Mendocino Art Center is a major center of culture for the Mendocino Coast, showing plays, fine art exhibitions, musical performances and much more from local, regional and international artists. Childrens classes, and adult art classes as well, open studios, residencies, craft, fine art and more. Open Wed-Sun 10 am - 5 pm, 45200 Little Lake St., Mendocino, 707-937-5818.
October 2 - 31, 2008: “Foreign Affairs” exhibit
Abramson Gallery, Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
In June of this year, a group of Mendocino Coast residents and former residents shared a villa in the outskirts of Lucca, Italy. “Foreign Affairs” at the Abramson Gallery at the Mendocino Art Center will feature the work of Karen Bowers, Leonardo Bowers, Mina Cohen, Sharon Hunter, Elaine Leedy, Jeff Leedy, Bill Mahon, and Bob Rhoades. The beauty of Tuscany inspired work created during the week at the villa, on travels before arriving in Tuscany and after the stay.
Artist’s Co-Op
A group of Mendocino artists operate this studio-gallery, located upstairs in the Sussex Building at 45270 Main Street, Mendocino, 707-937-2217.
Edgewater Gallery
Co-op featuring seventeen Mendocino County artist, 356 N. Main St. Fort Bragg, 707-964-4668.
Northcoast Artists: A cooperative Gallery
In the winter of 1986, a small group of inspired and enterprising artists realized a dream - to create a showroom and retail space for locally made art. 362 N. Main St., Fort Bragg. Open for “1st Friday” evening of every month with public receptions for exhibiting artists. Artists’ Co-op of Mendocino.
Mendocino Coast Photographer Guild and Gallery, 301 North Main Street, Fort Bragg, CA
May 2, First Friday, Jim celebrates his first show as he joins the ranks of the large body of work on display at the Coast’s only gallery dedicated strictly to the art of photography.Come see some great photographic images and enjoy some wine while visiting with your friends and new acquaintances!
Plein Air Artists
Suzi Marquess Long, The World of Suzi Long, 611 Albion Street, Mendocino - in the beautiful watertower!
Stevenswood Spa Resort
Our on-site gallery is enhanced by our partnership with the area’s two most distinguished artist co-ops, Partner’s Gallery at our gorgeous neighboring property, Glendeven, and Edgewater Gallery located on Main Street in Fort Bragg. Over 125 pieces of original, signed, authentic artwork is on display.
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