Opening Reception: Changing the Narrative
Changing The Narrative
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 9 (4-6:30pm)
Free & open to the public
Location: Pacific Art League | 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Changing the Narrative: A special exhibition of encaustic and cold wax in collaboration with International Encaustic Artists
Art provides a way to tell stories visually. Through mythology, fairy tales, cultural commentary, dream imagery, family history, and personal narrative, art has sought to examine the challenges and mysteries of how we live; to interpret and understand our world, and share those thoughts with others. Art can expand a viewer’s perception or even create a change in their perspective. This exhibition will showcase the evolving ways in which artists are incorporating narrative ideas into their work, from abstract to representational.
We are fortunate to have DeWitt Cheng as our juror. DeWitt Cheng is a San Francisco-based critic, curator, teacher, and blogger. He has written hundreds of reviews on the visual arts in the Bay Area during the past 12 years to such print and online publications as SanFranciscoArtMagazine.com, Artweek, DailyGusto.com, ArtBusiness.com, Art Ltd., Artillery, Sculpture, ArtCritical.com, ArtPractical.com, East Bay Express, Art21.com, East Bay Monthly, and ArtOpticon.us. In addition, he has written and writes for galleries and artists.
Opening Reception: PAL Instructor Showcase
Join us in celebrating the opening of PAL’s Instructor Showcase Exhibit.
Friday, February 2nd (5:30-8pm)
Free & Open to the public
102nd Anniversary Exhibition - Opening Reception
Reception is free and open to the public!
Opening reception for all three shows is Friday, November 10th (5:30-8pm)
Free and open to the public!
Details coming soon
Vernissage Event: 102nd Anniversary
Join us in this inaugural event to preview the PAL 102nd Anniversary exhibition. This French-inspired experience captures the spirit of a Parisian salon, with artists performing their craft, refreshments flowing, delectable charcuterie to savor, and a list of notable PAL artists and patrons with whom to socialize. Adorn yourself in your own Parisian style and flaunt your personal panache!
Tickets are limited and you don’t want to miss enjoying the joie de vivre!
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Event Highlights:
Preview the 102nd Anniversary Art Exhibition: Immerse yourself in a stunning display of artworks created by talented local artists.
Culinary Delights: Satisfy your eyes and palate with a delectable feast prepared by the renowned culinary experts at Feast and Floral.
Silent Auction: Bid on French-themed goods in our silent auction. Take home a piece of elegance while supporting the arts.
Live Painting: Witness the magic of art in motion as a talented artist creates a masterpiece right before your eyes.
Early Access to Purchase Art
First Friday Opening Reception
Reception is free and open to the public!
Opening reception for all three shows is Friday, October 6 (5:30-8pm)
Free and open to the public!
Transitions: Fall and Winter Landscapes
Group Show | Ramona Gallery
Juror: Robert Dvorak
October 6 - 26, 2023
Artworks by: Abbie Murthy, Anna Hernandez, Behnaz, Bruce Finocchio, Carolyn Li, Cathy Boyer, Claudia Browne, Daniele Cuzin, Diana O'Keefe Brady, Diane Warner-Wang, Don Monkerud, Fiorenza Gorini, Gina Galindez, Halcyon H. Teed, Jim Caldwell, John Spotorno, Judy Kramer, Kaaren Marquez, Ekaterina Romanova, Kitzi Tanner, LaRhee Webster, Lorraine Capparell,Mali Mann, Mark Dobrin, Rafael DeSoto Jr, Renata Aryanti, Robert Zucker, Robin Scholl, Ron Leckie, Steve Curl, Tetiana Taganska, Trudy Myrrh Reagan, Vera Tchikovani
GayLynn Ribeira Connection: A Modern Look
Solo Exhibit | Forest Gallery
October 6 - 26, 2023
LaRhee Webster: Local & Beyond
Solo Exhibit | Central Gallery
October 6 - 26, 2023
Opening Reception: A Journey into Abstraction & Lonnie Zarem: Footprints of the Ephemeral
Opening Reception for both shows is Friday, 9/8 (5:30-8pm).
Reception is free and open to the public!
A Journey into Abstraction [Group Show]
Group Show Juror: Stella Zhang
September 8 - 26, 2023
Lonnie Zarem: Footprints of the Ephemeral [Solo Show]
September 8 - 30, 2023
PAL Members Exhibition Opening Reception
Pacific Art League Annual Member's Exhibition
May 5 - 23, 2023
Free and open to the public!
Join us for the opening reception on Friday, May 5th (5:30-8pm). Free & open to the public!
Participating artists: Abigail Murthy, Anastasiya Sakkos, Barbara deGery, Bing Weng, Bruce Finocchio, Candice Scotuzzi, Carolyn Brennan, Christine Oliver, Chun-Hui Yu, Claudette McDermott, Claudia Gray, Cliff Bryant, Dan Woodard, Dane Roberts, David Stonesifer, Dawn Tower, Deirdre Clark, Denise Howard, Diane Burchette-Gomez, Dora Duan, Elaine Heron, Elaine McCreight, Eleanor Edgeworth, Emilie Munsch, Fiorenza Gorini, Frances Wren, Gianfranco Paolozzi, Grayson Martin, Hank Upton, Harlan Crowder , Helen Kim, Irina Shea, Jared Sines, Jenny Hopkinson, John Spotorno, Jojo Liu, Judy Kramer, Judy Simon, Kammy Chiu, Karen White, Karin Denson, Katherine Filice, Kay Culpepper, Kristin Cuneo, LaRhee Webster, Laura Shefler, Laurie Gould, Leah Peterson, Lesley Taylor, Lina Melkonian, Linda Maki, Linda Nystrom, Louise Gibler, Mali Mann, Malik Selle, Marcel De Kogel, Maria Pazos, Marissa Gray Huang, Marj Green, Mary Holzer, Mike Pitzer, Miranda Hopkinson, Myrna Ehrlich, Nada Marriott, Nancy Wong, Natalie Cole, Natya Chandrasekar, Oleg Lobykin, Patrica Jones, Patrice Gelband, Perry Meigs, Radhika Kshitij Sinha, Rafael DeSoto Jr., Raja GuhaThakurta, Rebecca Han, Rebecca Lynn, Remy Steiner, Renata Aryanti, Renée Switkes, Robert Regis Dvorak, Ron Andrews, Rosalinda Taymor, Sabin Filip, Servane Briand, Shelley Hatfield , Sierra Sullivan, Susan Brown, Susan Worley, Suzanne M Carey, Sylvia Lichtenger, Tanushri Mathur, Thalia Stratton, Tom Green, Vandana Pawar, Wayne Kvenvold, Wendy Levine, William Jackson and Zhi Su
Opening Reception: Photography Exhibits
Opening Reception is Friday, March 3rd (5:30-8pm).
Free and open to the public! Awards will be announced at 7pm.
Photography Group Show
Tom & Marj Green: Seeing in Black & White
A Book About Nothing - Robert Dvorak Book Signing
Robert Regis Dvořák has delightfully illustrated his poetic insights on life’s situations so that people both young and old can enjoy, learn, share, and benefit one verse at a time.
101st Anniversary Exhibition
Friday, November 11th (5:30 - 8pm)
In celebration of Pacific Art League’s 101st anniversary, we invite artists to explore the playful juxtaposition of large-scale pieces versus their diminutive contemporaries. Scale is fundamental to the creation and reception of works of art. Size or dimension is one of the many ways an artist can express meaning and it is crucial to the relationship between the viewer and the work of art.
The Pacific Art League’s Anniversary Exhibit is an important annual fundraising event. All artists who submit artwork into this exhibit will automatically be entered into PAL’s 101st Anniversary Raffle and have the chance to win over $1000 in cash prizes, workshops, memberships and other prizes. With each $50 art submission or donation - 1 entry will be entered into the raffle. The more art you submit, the more chances you have to win! Drawing and raffle winners will be announced at the opening on Friday, November 11th.
All entry fees and donations are tax-deductible. Proceeds raised directly support PAL’s annual operations which allow us to continue to provide affordable educational programs, high quality exhibits, scholarships and free community outreach programs.
Opening Reception: Emerging Artists Exhibit from the Collymore Oil Painters Atelier
This exhibit celebrates the unique artistic voices of the Emerging Artists from The Collymore Oil Painters Atelier.
Many of us, hailing from various regions of the US, Canada and other parts of the globe, have a passionate connection to the Pacific Art League, a place whose unique magic and caring support feeds the creative blossoming of so many artists.
Opening Reception: Emerging Artists of the Abstract Expressionism Series with Lonnie Zarem
This exhibit highlights the work of student artists who have been inspired by the Post War artists introduced in this course. They have worked to find new meanings in their work, explored new materials and worked in new ways….in the spirit of the Post WWII Abstract Expressionists!
Youth and Teen Expressive Art Open Studio: Drawing Studio
As the oldest artistic medium known to humankind, drawing remains the cornerstone of all artistic practice. The Free Drawing Studio provided by Pacific Art League will introduce you to various drawing mediums. Every form of art fundamentally starts with drawing—developing, expanding, and practicing your drawing skills is arguably the most important part of improving your artistic abilities. Allowing you the time and space to experiment, the open studio session will focus on using the line in it's many forms to express yourself and convey your ideas.
Katherine Filice Exhibition
Opening Reception: Friday, September 9th (5:30 - 8pm)
Details coming soon
Robin Scholl Exhibition
Opening Reception: Friday, September 9th (5:30 - 8pm)
Details coming soon
Free Online Event: Joy of Drawing talk and demo with Caroline Mustad
Join us Thursday, 9/1 at 10am for a free online talk and art demo with Caroline Mustard.
Caroline will be talking about her upcoming class Joy of Drawing for Beginners at Atherton Arts Foundation.
Zoom Link:
Youth and Teen Expressive Art Open Studio: Watercolor Studio
The Watercolor Open Studio will allow you to develop and improve your watercolor painting practice, providing you with all necessary materials and instruction. Focusing on enjoying the process of painting, participants will gain a greater understanding of blending, mixing, and paint-handling techniques. Whether you're a beginner or have been using watercolors for years, this open studio will allow you to experiment and create beautiful compositions using one of the most popular water-based mediums of all time.
SOLD OUT!
Youth and Teen Expressive Art Open Studio: Collage Studio
Using a combination of cutting, gluing, painting, and drawing, this Collage Open Studio will teach you how to construct a collage from scratch that is uniquely yours. Providing instruction and guidance for all skill-levels, instructor Sam Marks will demonstrate various collaging techniques and the combination of multiple mediums to facilitate the development of your composition. All necessary materials will be provided by Pacific Art League—however, participants are encouraged to bring any images, clippings, plants, and/or sentimental objects to include in your unique collage.
Abstraction Group Show
Opening Reception: Friday, July 8th (5:30 - 8pm)
Awards announced at 6:30pm
For more details visit the exhibit page HERE.
Advocacy Through Art (Climate Exhibit)
Opening Reception: Friday July 8th (5:30 - 8pm)
Details coming soon
Youth and Teen Expressive Art Open Studio: Acrylic Painting Studio
Interested in learning more about acrylic painting, but not sure where to start? This open studio will allow you to expand your skills, techniques, and knowledge of acrylic painting by providing you with the materials, time, and space you need to paint freely. In an environment that encourages experimentation and expression, the instructor, Sam Marks, will provide guidance and support in developing your painting practice. This open studio is designed for all skill-levels, from beginners focusing on color theory, paint handling, and layering, to more advanced assignments and instruction for experienced students.
Members Exhibition 2022
This May, Pacific Art League presents an exhibition featuring over 100 of our talented member artists in our Members Exhibition!
Date: Friday, May 6, 2022
Time: 5:30 PM 8:00 PM
Admission: FREE
Youth & Teen Expressive Art Open Studio
This winter PAL provides a safe, fun and inclusive studio space for youth & teens to explore their creativity through expressive art.
Moderated by professional artist and instructor Sam Marks, youth ages 11-17 are invited into PAL's studio to get creative. Participants are given free access to PAL's art materials to create in the medium of their choosing. PAL will supply: art instructor, paints, oil pastels, colored pencils, watercolor, markers, inks, canvas, paper, charcoals, easels, and more!
Cost: Free
Ages: 11-17
Location: 668 Ramona Street, Palo Alto
Register for Free: CLICK HERE
Free Watercolor Demo with Robert Dvorak
Attention experienced watercolor painters.
Join PAL on Wed, 1/26 at 3pm PT for a free online demo with Robert Dvorak and learn more about his upcoming class New Adventures in Watercolor.
In this new online class students will learn exciting ways to put more feeling and emotion into their watercolor paintings.
CLICK HERE to join Zoom meeting
Free Art Demo with Colleen Gianatiempo
Join PAL on Tuesday, 1/25 at 4pm PT for a free online art talk and demo with Colleen Gianatiempo and learn more about her upcoming winter classes .
CLICK HERE to join Zoom meeting
Annual PAL Members Meeting
PAL Annual Members Meeting.
DATE: Wednesday, January 19, 2022
TIME: 7 - 8pm
Register for Zoom Link: HERE.
Ria Krishnan: Artist Talk & Free Demo
Meet artist and instructor Ria Krishnan this Friday, January 14th at 11:30am PT for a PAL Coffee Connections.
Ria will talk about and give a free demo on her upcoming classes Landscape Painting with a Limited Palette and Painting Quick Landscape Studies.
This event is free to attend.
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Have your Artwork Professionally Photographed with Jan Silverman
Have your original artwork professionally photographed under calibrated lighting using a 50 MB camera with professional lenses.
Date: Saturday, December 11, 2021
Time: 10:00 AM 4:50 PM
Instructor: Jan Silverman
