I Heard That

speak up

Recant work by Trevor Pope Lance

Opened February 22, 2016

Closing February 26, 2016

R.W. Witt Gallery

Open: Noon to 4:30 p.m.

Kadema Hall

California State University, Sacramento

The reception for the exhibition was Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 6 to 8 pm.

I went to the gallery on the day it opened and spoke with Trevor (a classmate of mine in Contemporary Art) about his work. While Trevor and I chatted, I told him his exhibition reminded me of how in our Contemporary Art class we had been learning about minimalism art created by other artists years ago, like Donald Judd and Trevor also brought up Richard Serra name.

Artist creates her own Kaleidoscope Images

Visiting Artist Eileen Quinlan gave a Lecture at UC Davis Art Annex on February 18, 2016, from 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Here is a little of background on Quinlan. Originally when Quinlan began her art career she enjoyed photographing landscapes with analog cameras. Then she decided to go to graduate school and while she was there obtaining her MFA decided that she only wanted to work in her art studio.

Implementing Traditions

Nurture

Recent Work by Linda Vang

R.W. Witt Gallery, Kadema Hall

February 15-19, 2016

Gallery Hours:

Monday-Friday, Noon-4:30P.M.

Reception:

Friday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 P.M. 

 I am writing this blog a little different than the previous blogs I have written so far. This particular gallery consists of two rooms in the shape of the letter L. I have noticed that each time I come to this gallery the wall color is obviously affected by the paintings that are hung on them. This does not surprise me at all when I think about it. However, the reason I mention this is because of multiple trips I have made here the creativity of the artists when they hang or position their sculptures allows me to feel like I am entering a new establishment each time. One of the ways this is done is that each artist as they prepare for their show adjusts the lighting to enhance their images. When I entered the gallery to see Vang’s work yesterday, on the first wall just inside the main door I thought I was looking at paintings depicting Lupines. Since I am originally from Alaska I thought I was seeing flowers from home and got a warm fuzzy feeling inside of myself. I also, might as well let you know before you see the painting, my favorite color is blue. Vang's use of complimentary colors in this oil painting and bridge tones bring this painting to life.

All Eyes on You

Traditions Transfigured

The Noh Masks of Bidou Yamaguchi

Opened Thursday, February 11, 2016

Closing Saturday, May 21, 2016

University Library Gallery

California State University, Sacramento

The reception for this art exhibition was on February 11, 2016, unfortunately, the artist was unable to attend the reception, but with this show just opening there is plenty of time to attend the gallery and appreciate the master craftsmanship of the artist Bidou Yamaguchi.

To further grasp a better understanding of the artist and his work I am including a link of the artist giving Kendall H. Brown, PhD an interview who happened to be the guest curator at Sacramento State University for this exhibition.

http://asiasociety.org/texas/artist-shares-inside-look-contemporary-noh-inspired-works

Colorful Energy

Making a House a Home

Recent work by Helen Grandy

Helen Grandy is graduating this spring from California State University, Sacramento with a bachelor’s degree in art studio. As part of her final semester experiences at school she made the decision to exhibit some of her artwork for everyone to see even though not a mandatory requirement for her graduation. The exhibition was at R.W. Witt Gallery located at Kadema Hall on the Sacramento campus, February 8-12, 2016.

Helen Grandy the artist standing next to her favorite artwork.

Organic Beauty

Aynsley Wille with her favorite piece

Another Place

Recent work by Aynsley Wille

Aynsley Willie a graduating senior this spring from California State University, Sacramento, just finished her first exhibition of metal sculptures. There were both free standing sculptures and sculptures displayed on the walls of the R.W. Witt Gallery located in Kadema Hall, February 1-5, 2016.