Art in the Burbs

Seward Johnson Sculpture Exhibit - April 1-June 30, 2010

Visitors to downtown Pleasanton this spring are in for a special treat as they discover the sidewalk exhibit of eleven life-size Seward Johnson bronze sculptures along Main Street. The double take-inducing pieces depict ordinary people engaged in everyday activities and offer a unique opportunity to pause, admire and capture unusual photos. Favorite pieces include a gentleman reading a newspaper on a park bench, a child welcoming a soldier home from duty, an elderly woman carrying a bag of groceries and a fisherman casting his line from the bridge at Arroyo Del Valle. 

The collection, which has been admired in world-class cities like New York, Paris, Rome and Hong Kong, was brought to Pleasanton through the efforts of the city's Civic Arts Commission and will remain in place through June 30, 2010. More information is avaiable at www.pleasantoncivicarts.org.    
 

 

Patrick Mock Exhibit in San Ramon: March 1 - April 30

Patrick Mock's work features a strong utilization of metallic and perlescent acrylic paints to achieve his unique style.  Patrick endeavors to create marbled and light refractive effects in the images in his paintings.  Metallic flakes are sometimes incorporated to further enhance eye catching features for the observer.  Many of his paintings have a clear gloss finish which allows the colors to remain fresh and vibrant.

This exhibit is located at the Dougherty Station Community Center Gallery at17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA  94582.  For more information call 925-973-3372.

The Art Connection Exhibit in San Ramon - April 1-30

4 Artists, 4 Visions, 4 Diverse Backgrounds - "The Abstract Express"

A diverse range of styles and interpretations of abstraction comprise this colorful exhibit.  The contemporary styles range from geometric and botanical abstraction to mythical landscapes on paper and canvas.  Angela Cheng, Ann Marie King-Hauser, Pamela Howett and Mary Claire Stotler make up this group of award winning artists.

The exhibit runs from April 1-30 at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery at 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon, CA  94582.  For more information call 925-973-3200 or go to www.sanramon.ca.gov

A special reception for the artists will be held on April 3 from 3-5pm.

Livermore Art Association Exhibit - November 1-30

The Livermore Art Association is comprised of 280 local artists and fine craftspeople to promote public interest and appreciation of fine art.  November's exhibit will showcase several members' work in various mediums.  Enjoy the immense talent of these fine artists.

A special reception will be held on November 7 from 1-3pm.  The exhibit is at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery at 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon.  The gallery is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30-9:00 and Fridays from 8:30-5:00.  For more information call (925) 973-3200 or go to www.sanramon.ca.gov

Julie Kitzenberger Exhibit - Oct. 3-31

Julie Kitzenberger believes her photographs capture the split second, recreate the experience, and tell the story.  "Wish you were here," moments are caught on film and fill the gallery during October.  This exhibit is at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery at 125901 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.  A special reception will be held on September 10 from 2-4 pm.  For more information call 925-973-3200 or go to www.sanramon.ca.gov.

Leroy Parker Exhibit - Sept. 2-30

Leroy Parker takes a wild approach to his abstract work - images from the golden age of Jazz, wood cut-outs, and handmade paper.  He often uses layering to suggest the complexities of the human experience, and encourages a deeper look at each piece.

There will be a reception for Leroy Parker on September 12 from 2:30-4:30.  The public is invited to the reception and to his exhibit at the Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery in San Ramon located at 12501 Alcosta Blvd.  For more information call (925) 973-3200.

Mary Claire Stotler Exhibit - Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery: Aug. 2-31

Mary Claire Stotler

August 2-31 Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery (Reception August 9 from 2-4 pm) at the San Ramon Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon

This local plein-air artist shares the beauty of the bay area, including wine country, Mt. Diablo, and her favorite city which seems lost in time - dear old Crockett.  Mary Claire feels that color is full of energy and makes a happy statement.  See the beauty of the area in a new light this August.

James Gayles

Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery, San Ramon:  July 1-31

Reception:  July 11, 5-7 pm

Like a jazz musician, James Gayles explores the relationship between improvisation and structure in his work.  His figures mix with abstract expressive elements and incorporate traditional ethnic symbols, which explore many themes.  Pure watercolor and mixed media works will fill the gallery with an eclectic vibrancy.  This is a show that should not be missed.

Ansel Adams: Deepest Sense - through Saturday April 11th

Grand Theatre Center for the Arts presents:  Ansel Adams: Deepest Sense and Trailhead: The Journeys Begin Photographs by Alice Delaurier-O'Neil & Glenn Moore

Ansel Adams: Deepest Sense is presented as part of a three-way collaboration between the University of the Pacific’s Brubeck Institute and Reynolds Gallery, the Stockton Symphony, and the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts.

Exhibitions will be held at the Grand Galleries in Tracy and the Reynolds Gallery in Stockton as a precursor to the 2009 Brubeck Festival featuring the Stockton Symphony, under the direction of Maestro Jaffe.

The Stockton Symphony will premier a new work by Dave and Chris Brubeck, entitled Ansel Adams: America!, inspired by the art of the master photographer.

Ansel Adams: Deepest Sense

presents masterworks from the Museum Set Edition of Fine Prints on loan from the collection of Ms. Alison Jaques, the granddaughter of the profound photographer. Adams (1902-1984) is celebrated for his powerful sense of position in landscape photography and iconic sensitivity to beauty.

Throughout his career as an artist, educator, innovator and writer, he captured the landscapes of Yosemite,Yellowstone, Death Valley and the Sierra Nevada. The exhibition is titled from a quote appearing in the catalogue for his exhibition

The Unknown Ansel Adams,

at The Friends of Photography in 1982, where he stated, “A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed, and is, thereby, a true manifestation of what one feels about life in its entirety.”

Trailhead: The Journeys Begin – Photographs by Alice DeLaurier-O’Neil & Glenn Moore is a collaborative exhibition that is the result of a mutual friendship and love of photography. The result of their partnership, which combines hiking and art, is a collection of thousands of images. Together Alice and Glenn encourage our community to explore and experience nature along with their cameras. The Artists will offer a Gallery Talk in support of the exhibition of interest to naturalists and photographers alike.

Gallery Talk with the artists Alice DeLaurier-O'Neil and Glenn Moore Saturday, March 21st, 1- 2:30 PM

All Events are Free & Open to the Public

Grand Theatre Center for the Arts

715 Central Avenue in historic downtown Tracy

www.atthegrand.org of 209-831-6TKT

 

 

 

 

San Ramon Youth Art Show - March 2-27

Each year the Dublin/San Ramon Women's Club sponsors and art contest for students K-12 in Dublin and San Ramon.  Selected entries will be displayed in the Lindsey Dirkx Brown Gallery at the San Ramon Community Center and the Dublin Heritage Center during the month of March.  This is the 17th year that the club has sponsored this contest. The amazing works of art and photography produced by the talented young artists in our schools should not be missed.  The community is invited to visit these galleries to enjoy the amazing artwork created for this year's contest.