Dear Hyla,

The last exhibit we had with Claire and Melissa was truly magical. Those of you who were able to visit with the two artists on the day the exhibit was over had a real treat. For those who didn't come - below are two videos of them discussing their art in other venues. We thought you'd like a second look.

The museum has been very busy with visitors. We enjoy meeting people from all around. In the summer we see people from many different states and even countries. Hearing their stories is one of the joys of being in the museum.

One sort of urgent matter - we had to change the dates of a couple of kids workshops and we have one tomorrow - August 1. If you want to sign up for the workshop - hurry! It's going to be good.

Hope to see you soon. Bring a friend!

Enjoy!

Hyla

Executive Director

These are not ordinary portraits. Heidi Brueckner lives in Oakland, California and creates a lot of her work using Amazon Prime bubble wrap mailers for her canvas. She sews them together and adds many different elements to make her magic. For example - when you visit, see if you can find googly eyes in one of the paintings. The exhibit is getting rave reviews already.

Abstract Expressionism

Alx Fox

September 25 through November 15

Sponsored by:

From July 24 through September 20 we will be exhibiting the work of the Applegate Working Artists Group.

In this group we are featuring the art of

Aurora May, Angelique Stewart, Miranda Carolinge,

Kris Albro, Janis Mohr-Tipton, Eva Creature

The museum participated in a first every nonprofit showcase held at the LDS Church on the Williams Highway. There were 43 other nonprofit organizations represented and it was a very enlightening event.

We are glad we participated.

This is what our area looked like. We were able to share information about the museum and its programs. There were food trucks and activities for kids included in the event. AND, we signed up some new volunteers.

Our classes for young people have begun. This one is a diorama class.

The students had a choice of making a fairy or underwater scene.

Everyone in the class went away with two art creations...A bee hotel and a wind chime - all made from cans!

Check below, there are lots more workshops for adults and kiddos.

Second Friday - August 9

7pm - 9pm

Free

Read a poem, listen to poems, enjoy the company of fun people.

Optional Theme for August

Boat Trip

CLICK TO SIGN UP!

We are very happy to say that Betty LaDuke will be at the presentation and share some insights into what she is doing with her life today. You don't want to miss this conversation.

Last Sunday we had the joy of viewing the story of David Hockney and his landscapes and portraits. It was a stunning movie.

Our next film will be on Sunday, October 27 and feature Edvard Munch. You can purchase tickets by clicking here!

Watch a trailer below.

Most Mondays, people gather at the museum to sketch a live model. Doug Iverson is the leader of this activity. If you are interested in learning more - please email office@gpmuseum.com with Life Drawing in the subject line and we will put you on Doug's email list. He sends an email out every Sunday to let you know what is happening the next day.

Many thanks to the Welch Investment Group for sponsoring our concerts. And special thanks to Weekend Beer for selling beer and wine for us.

Ted Ganger was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and studied piano and conducting at the Juilliard School in New York before going to Germany on a Fulbright Grant. He worked as a conductor and coach in the opera houses of Frankfurt, Mannheim and Darmstadt, among others, conducting over 40 operas, operettas, and musicals. As a piano soloist, chamber musician and Lied partner, he has performed in the United States, Europe, South America, Australia, Southeast Asia and East Africa.

In addition, Sarah Dion Brooks will perform a few songs. It will be a really wonderful evening of great music. Click Here to purchase tickets.

A great place to shop for gifts of all kinds - all original art creations by Southern Oregon artists. There are a number of new artists in the gallery! The best place for one of a kind ornaments and cards too.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am - 5pm.

A perfect place to find gifts!

August Featured Artist is Janis Ellison

Janis creates oil and pastel paintings. You can immerse yourself in a world inspired by the beauty of nature through the artist’s travels. From rivers, waterfalls, vineyards, and sunsets, follow the artist’s journey her travels have taken her to inspire these breathtaking works of art. Janis creates oil and pastel paintings. You can immerse yourself in a world inspired by the beauty of nature through the artist’s travels. From rivers, waterfalls, vineyards, and sunsets, follow the artist’s journey her travels have taken her to inspire these breathtaking works of art.

HELP US TO PROVIDE YOU WITH

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

(and help us grow your brain!)

Over the last 45 years, the Museum has showcased art that connects us across time, geography, and cultural differences. We couldn’t fulfill our important mission without the generous support of our members and donors. Today, will you go above and beyond and make a gift to empower our vital work of connecting our community with the power of art?

CBS Sunday Morning highlighted some "temporary art" that happens to be in Oregon on the coast.