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Artist Reception:
No Special Exhibit or Reception for September
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We regret to inform you that there will be no Artist of the Month show for September. With deep sadness, we had intended to feature the new work of Fred Everly, but he passed away on August 27. In place of his exhibit, I would like to take a moment to share my personal reflections on Fred as a member of the Stockton Art League and as a valued community member.
Fred was a dynamic and passionate painter. He had a unique ability to capture the hidden locations of San Joaquin County, including one of the few paintings of Giusti's restaurant and the Mossdale walking bridge. His work was always enriched by his love for the community and the world around him.
Fred’s journey into art began later in life, but when he discovered painting, it clicked. He often told me how he wanted to focus on the human figure, so he began with an ambitious 5-foot painting—a true reflection of how he approached his work: with boldness and creativity. His dedication extended to his participation in our figurative drawing group on Sundays, and he became a regular presence at the Art League, offering his warmth, humor, and enthusiasm for art during the days he would staff the desk.
Fred also shared a meaningful mentorship and friendship with artist Ning Hou of Locke, CA, who helped guide and inspire his artistic growth. I hope to show Fred’s work in the future, including his final painting.
Included are some images from Fred’s Artist of the Month show in July 2022 and some of the work he showed at the Elsie May Goodwin Gallery. These pieces showcase the breadth of his talent and his love for capturing the essence of our community.
Thank you, Fred, for the way you saw and shared our community. Our deepest condolences go out to his family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jessica Fong
Director, Stockton Art League
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From the Artist (July 2022)
Hello, I’m Fred Everly. I have been painting since 2003. I’m a retired administrator from the State of California. I began painting seriously with oil paint since 2007. I have taken several college level courses in art design, watercolor, figurative painting, pastel, and acrylic, but found oil painting my preferred medium. I have always had an interest in painting, following primarily 20th Century German and Austrian Expressionism. My studies in this artistic form has followed the works of artists such as Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Christian Schad, Franz Marc, August Macke, Max Beckmann, and little-known artist Lotte Laserstein.
My initial work concentrated on portraiture attempting to capture the model’s expression and personality in the painting. Figurative painting has always appealed to me. Now, while studying for more than two years with internationally noted artist Mr. Ning Hou, I have broadened my scope to the California Central Valley and looking for structures and everyday scenes that capture my eye (i.e., grain elevators, Stockton Port scenes, bridges, structural buildings, and everyday valley rural scenes). While I paint for myself and my own pleasure, it is my hope that you, the viewer, will equally enjoy my art and allow it to capture your eyes.
It is my goal to continue to paint, based here in the Central Valley and continue to paint both people and scenes that intrigue me and that express my love of color and imagery in an expressionistic mode. I believe my insights give a very different perspective to how I paint. I sincerely hope you enjoy my work.
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Greetings All
On to organization news: Be sure to read through this newsletter, as we have many exciting exhibitions to explore and community events to participate in. With each passing month, our updates grow longer, bringing even more positive news to share with you all.
We’re thrilled to announce that the 62nd National Juried Exhibition is now officially open at the Haggin Museum! This biannual event, proudly presented by the Stockton Art League, is one of our most significant fundraisers, and the exhibition is already drawing a wonderful response. Be sure to visit and experience the incredible works on display.
In addition, we’re excited to offer artist demonstrations at the Elsie May Goodwin Gallery throughout the month. These demonstrations are free to attend and a great way to connect with local artists and see their creative processes firsthand.
Our youth program is also expanding, with youth art classes starting this month, thanks to the help of newcomer Zoe Nelson, who is facilitating and scheduling these sessions. We can’t wait to see the creativity that will emerge from these young artists!
On the operational side, we’re pleased to announce that the Stockton Art League was awarded a grant from the Raymus Foundation, allowing us to purchase new lightweight chairs for the gallery. This will help improve the comfort and experience for all visitors during events and exhibitions.
It’s a busy month for exhibitions for me, personally, with not only the Haggin show but also the Reynolds Gallery Faculty Exhibition. Additionally, I am preparing for Stockton Seen, an exciting exhibition at Reynolds Gallery featuring the past works of Barbara Flaherty, Carla Malone, Larry Walker, and Chisato Watanabe. If you knew any of these artists, I would love to hear your stories. This exhibition offers a unique look into Stockton’s artistic heritage.
Looking ahead, we have an open call for a photo show in October! I encourage you to submit your work soon, as spots are limited. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your photography alongside other talented artists.
In early October, we will also host a pinhole photography workshop—stay tuned for more details. Don’t forget about the print exchange happening later this month, where you can create your own print and exchange it with others. This is a fun, all-level project that offers a great way to explore printmaking while building a unique collection of prints from fellow artists.
Let’s continue to make this month one of growth, creativity, and connection. Your work is what makes our community vibrant, and we are excited to see what you’ll create in the coming weeks.
In Creative Collaboration,
Jessica
"To fully accept your life—the highs, lows, good, bad—is to be grateful for all of it, and to know that the 'good' teaches you well, but the 'bad' teaches you better." — Brianna Wiest
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Hear the story of Georgia O'Keeffe's "New Yorks" from curators Sarah Kelly Oehler and Annelise K. Madsen—these early career paintings reveal the artist's perspective on the city's rapidly changing landscape through the 1920s and are essential to the ambitious and wide-ranging aesthetic for which she's remembered. As O'Keeffe herself put it, “One can’t paint New York as it is, but rather as it is felt.”
Learn more about "Georgia O'Keeffe: 'My New Yorks'" on our website
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Next Pickup & Drop off
Membership Show
October 31 12-4pm
November 1 12-4pm
November 2 12-2pm
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On Display now: 62nd National Juried Exhibition at the Haggin Museum
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On view at the Haggin Museum through October 20, 2024
We’re excited to invite you to the 62nd Stockton Art League Juried Exhibition at the Haggin Museum! This year’s show features over 80 stunning new works of art, created by talented local artists and remarkable artists from across the country.
Since its founding in 1951, this exhibition has been a celebration of creativity and excellence, originally focused on Northern California artists and now expanded to welcome artists from across the United States.
Don't miss the Artist Reception on October 12, 2024, from 1-4 PM — a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists and gain deeper insights into their works!
Whether you’re an art lover or just curious, this is a perfect chance to experience a diverse selection of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media works in an inspiring space.
📅 Exhibition Dates: Now through October 20, 2024
📍 Haggin Museum: 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA 95203
⏰ Museum Hours:
- Wednesday to Friday: 1:30 PM – 5 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Come explore, be inspired, and support the arts in our community!
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Digital Exhibition Catalog:
We have created an online exhibition catalog where visitors can view the featured works and learn more about the exhibition. You can access the digital catalog using the button below.
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Membership Renewal Portal
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Being a member at the Stockton Art League offers a unique opportunity for artists and arts patrons alike. As a member, you become an active participant in the vibrant local arts scene, gaining exhibition opportunities to showcase your art in our and connect with fellow creatives. Your support as an art patron directly impacts our nonprofit art space, ensuring it remains a hub for youth and adult education, workshops, and exhibitions. By being a member, you not only contribute to the flourishing arts community but also enjoy the benefits of networking, engaging in enriching educational experiences, and playing a crucial role in sustaining the cultural heartbeat of our community. Your involvement fosters creativity, connection, and a thriving local arts scene. Join us in shaping the artistic narrative of our community!
By renewing, you actively contribute to a dynamic artistic environment, fostering creativity, connection, and community engagement. Let's continue to inspire and enrich lives through art!
Renewal Goal:
150 members renewed for 2024
Currently: 58%
Thank you for being an integral part of the Stockton Art League. We look forward to another year of artistic exploration and community impact.
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We are trying out a new membership renewal portal that allows for membership feedback and better tracking. There is a one-time sign-up option or an annual renewal option for those that want automation.
When using this portal, the Donate button is the registration button.
If you have questions or feedback (whether positive or negative), please send Jessica an email at [email protected]
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If you prefer to continue to use the Square site membership renewal, you can still use this registration for membership renewal below or stop by the gallery and renew in person.
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Elsie May Goodwin Circle
($1000 and above)
Christa Malone Estate
Denny and Lauren Ah-Tye
Nishka Yudnich
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Kahlo Circle
($250 and above)
Joel Blum & Jessica Fong
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Picasso Circle
($125 and above)
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Rex and Judith Buethe
Doug Genschmer
Sharon Elizondo
Lynn Reynolds
Kristen Rinaker
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Patron Circle
($75 and above)
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Shawn Allen
Emily Apodaca
Theresa Bayaca
Elizabeth Berrier Kummerle
Janet Bonner
Beth Brampton
Glenda Burns
Kat Castaneda
Joyce Costa
Stephen Coyle & Sasi Sivaramakrishnan
Dennis Droge
EAT Arts
Laurie Eager
Brenda Edens
Rudy Esquibel
Fred Everly
Maria Flumiani
Bea Flores
Pam Gallego
Michell Gessell
Jeanne Gaia
Vicki Gaia & Jim Melquist
Norma Goonan
Damon Gress
Janet Hardie
H-Art Therapy
Caroline Henry
Sid Holt
Marcela Hutak
Elizabeth Johnson
Sue LaMarr Kramer
Sara Lankutis
Lisa Lee
Susan Lee
Jill HH Lipka
Mary Little
Elijah Matthews
Jeannie Matsumoto
Angela Maxson
Anne McCaughey
Lisa McHugh
Lisa Lee
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Dita Lewis-Panter & Norbert G. Huston
Zoe Nelson
Linda Osborne
Brian Paris
Elizabeth Parrish
Sylvia Perez
Arlene Potter
Tony and Vicki Ramirez
Michael J. Randolph
Pam Raney
Joy Ross
Ronda Sanders
Karen Sanders
Gay Lynn Saunders
Ann Scott
Paula Sheil
L.O. Smith
Mitch Smith
Henrietta Sparkman
Frieda Stewart
Leslie Sullivan
JC Strote
Nancy and Bill Thomas
Emma Toale
Elias Vazquez
Franca Van Allen
Alicia Van de Bor
Lee Warren
George Winder
Catherine Yee
Michelle Zachlod
Ann Zinck
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Revised (9/5/2024)
This is updated monthly. If you have questions related to renewals, please email Jessica at [email protected]
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NEW* 2024 Membership Feature
Online Directory
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Greeting SAL Members,
We will be adding the Online Directory to our website in the 1st quarter of 2024. This feature will replace a printable directory from many years ago and will be public on our website. You must opt-in to have your information added to the directory by filling out the form below. You will have the option to include as much information as you would like and you will have the option to update as you need by returning to the form. Please fill out to the best of your ability.
If you would like a printed copy of the directory , we can provide one upon request. If you would like a copy or have additional questions, please email [email protected]
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Stockton Art League Awarded almost $10,000 from Stockton Arts Commission Grant for new workshops and community resources!
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"Good afternoon Jessica,
I’m reaching out on behalf of the Stockton Arts Commission. Congratulations! You have been awarded a 2024 Stockton Arts Grant. The Arts Commission has awarded you $9,956.00 in funds from your grant application."
We will annouce future events and opportunites in the next few weeks. Stay tuned.
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Exhibition: October 5-31, 2024
Reception Date: Saturday, October 12th from 4-6 pm
Event Address: 1902 Pacific Ave
Contact us at (209) 466-6604 or [email protected]
Are you a passionate photographer looking to showcase your work? We are excited to announce an open call for submissions for our October Photography Show. All levels are welcome, and all spots will be a first come first served. This show is free to enter and requirement are listed below.
Requirements:
- Photos must be printed and max size 8”x8”, the Gallery will be framing all photos in 8x8 frames.
- Photos can be film, digital, or Polaroid
- Photos can be black and white or colored
- Participants may only submit ONE photo
- Original Photo or print must be for sale
- Must deliver photo to Goodwin Gallery September 26th 12-4pm, September 27th 12-4pm, and Sept 28th 12-2pm
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We had fanstatic conversation and feedback from the Tracy, Stockton, and Lodi visits and more to come.
The Stockton Art League is support this work by helping to organize events and collect information. If interested in volunteering or helping this work, please email: [email protected]
Next Meeting:
Zoom Meeting Sept 20 4:00-5:00pm
All are welcome to participate and come and go as needed.
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MISSION:
- To Promote and Support ALL artists, art organizations, and cultural bearers in San Joaquin County.
- Create Grants to artists, art organizantions and cultural bearers in San Joaquin County.
- To host Poetry Out Loud sponsored by the California Arts Council.
2024 SAN JOAQUIN COMMUNITY SURVEY ON ARTS, CULTURE, AND CREATIVITY
Please provide input on forming a Local Arts Agency to represent San Joaquin County (SJC) in partnership with the California Arts Council, a state agency, arts.ca.gov.
WANT TO BE MORE INVOLVED IN THE PROCESS?
Get in tough with us today to be a part of this two-year project. Together we can create teh Local Arts Agency that serves all artists and all cultures through SJC. [email protected]
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With support from the California Arts Council, Amador County Arts Council (Amador Arts) has been charged to mentor the creative community of San Joaquin County (SJC) in the development and establishment of a county arts council to participate in the State-Local Partner grant https://arts.ca.gov/grant_program/state-local-partners/. This program directs state funds to each county and provides for local arts and cultural resources, the national Poetry Out Loud recitation competition for high school students, local arts and cultural grants, and partnerships within the network of State-Local Partners.
San Joaquin County-based Creatives, Artists, Arts organizations, Arts students, Teaching Artists, Cultural Practitioners, Cultural Centers, and arts and culture lovers of all disciplines and ages are invited to participate in this public survey. Your feedback is essential to planning an arts council that will best serve the entire community of SJC and represent the SJC creative economy and cultural landscape at the state level.
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Update: We will be moving workshops and ticket events to our Square Store and website starting in 2024. Some events are already on the platforms now. Use the blue buttons below to register for events. Thank you for your patience.
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Stockton Art League Members receive 10% off all purchases.
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Do you want to host your own event?
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As a member, you can use the Gallery and workspace for your event. We encourage artists to also try out new and returning workshop opportunities. We have put together a form to help schedule events at the Goodwin Gallery. For any kind of event and to help with promotion, fill out the form below.
Please note: This form is a request for space use and will not be confirmed until further review by staff.
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Demonstrations kick off in September!
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Saturday September 14th 1:30-3pm
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Saturday September 21st 12:30-2pm
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Saturday September 28th 12:30-2pm
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Save this section as we will update the "register" button with new dates.
Next Session: TBA
Figure Drawing Sessions are non-instructed open studio sessions featuring a live nude model. The session fee is $15 (+ a suggested $5 tip for the model). Artists must bring their own easel, drawing board, and materials. Space is limited to 12 participants per session... sign up early to secure your seat by clicking below.
Etiquette: Once the model disrobes, the gallery will be locked. Late arrivals are welcome, but they will be allowed in only during a break between poses. There is NO PHOTOGRAPHY OF NUDE MODELS allowed. Conversations and music must be kept at a low level. Artists and models are welcome to give any feedback and concerns to a monitor.
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New changes coming to the youth art programs. We will have classes again in October.
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Scholarships are available. Submit requests to [email protected] Register Online at https://square.link/u/Wl4iLqsq
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We probably missed something. Email us at [email protected] to share regional art opportunities.
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Friday September 13, 2024 at RTD Transit Center on Weber Ave 5-8pm
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Don't forget to come out and support our local artists at ArtSplash August 9th in Downtown Stockton from 5PM - 8PM!
Stockton Art League will be there with a family fun activity and sharing more information about the youth art program.
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Call for Entry: Fine Arts Festival
Deadline: Sept 1
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2023 Fine Arts Festival
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2024 Fine Arts Festival
United Central Methodist Church
3700 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA
(Across from University of the Pacific)
Dates
Friday, November 22, 2024 (4 pm to 8 pm)
Saturday, November 23, 2024 (10 am to 4 pm)
Limited Spaces
Jury Process: A completed registration form and payment must be received with requested digital photos of your work, in order to be considered for the show. If you are not juried into the show, your registration will be refunded to you in full. After the jury process, you will be notified of acceptance or non acceptance by Sept. 10.
Booth Fee: $95-$165
Deadline to register - Sunday, September 1, 2024
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Call for Entry: Sandhill Crane Festival
Deadline: October 5
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Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival
433 Hutchins Street Square
Lodi, California 95240
The Lodi Sandhill Crane Association (LSCA) is soliciting original artwork for its 2024 Sandhill Crane Festival art show, which will be displayed at Hutchins Street Square during the festival.
https://www.lodi.gov/433/Hutchins-Street-Square. If you need more information or have specific questions please email [email protected].
Exhibition Dates:
Friday, November 1, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday November 2, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Entry dates: Entries will be accepted from September 3 through October 5, 2024.
Entry Fee: There is a non-refundable fee of $10 for each entry. Artists will donate 25% of any sales of their art to the Lodi Sandhill Crane Association.
Who may enter: The contest is open to all. There are no age restrictions for artists.
What to enter:
All artwork submitted must fit into one of two subject categories:
1. Sandhill Cranes IN CALIFORNIA; or
2. Other California wildlife and their natural habitats.
Each artist may enter up to 4 pieces in each subject category and may submit work within two divisions:
Fine Art
Any 2-dimensional or 3-dimensional art medium is acceptable, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, or pastel paintings; pencil, pen & ink, and charcoal drawings; original prints; mixed media; sculpture and ceramics.
Each piece may not exceed 48” in width or 36” in height, including frame. Artwork must be the original work and property of the artist submitting the work.
Photography
Photographs must have been taken in California to be consistent with the theme of California wildlife and their natural habitats. Camera add-on lenses, filters, and scopes are permitted. The artist certifies that he/she is the sole creator and copyright owner of the submitted photograph.
What is Not Allowable:
Limited-edition prints and airbrush, crafts, computer-generated or computer-manipulated work, and images generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not permitted. The Festival Art Committee retains discretion as to what constitutes suitable or appropriate artwork to be included in the show. Artwork that contains objectionable or inappropriate content, as determined by the LSCA in its sole discretion, are ineligible for all categories.
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Call to Artists: 150th Anniversary Mural Project! 🌟🎨
Attention all artists and painters! The City of Modesto is celebrating its 150th anniversary and is seeking talented artists to create a commemorative mural. This is a fantastic opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and showcase your work to the entire community.
Application Deadline: November 15,2024
Ready to make your mark?
Apply now and be a part of this historic celebration!
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On View
- Local and Regional Works
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National Juried Exhibition is Back!
September 5 - October 20, 2024
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This year's selected works were selected early this week!
We are delighted to invite you to the 62nd National Juried Exhibition, proudly presented by the Stockton Art League and hosted at the renowned Haggin Museum. This year's exhibition will showcase an array of exceptional artworks selected from over 1000 entries by our esteemed jurors, Gina Werfel and Joe Mariscal.
Exhibition Dates:
September 5 - October 20, 2024
Location:
Haggin Museum
1201 N Pershing Ave
Stockton, CA 95203
Join us for this celebration of artistic excellence, where you can explore a diverse collection of 2D and 3D artworks from talented artists across the nation. The exhibition promises to be an inspiring experience, reflecting the creativity and dedication of our vibrant artistic community.
Mark your calendars and be part of this extraordinary event! We look forward to welcoming you to the Haggin Museum.
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The Jurors' Awards in Honor of Ruby Zahn White, established in 1988, are a prestigious recognition presented by the Stockton Art League. This endowed fund, generously provided by the family of Ruby Zahn White, honors her immense contribution to the art community. Ruby Zahn White (1899-1986) was a founding member of the Stockton Art League, an artist who played an integral role in shaping the Northern California art scene. These awards continue her legacy, fostering the growth and creativity of future generations of artists.
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Ruby Zahn White (1899 - 1986)
During the 1930s a group of like-minded artists in Stockton would meet weekly at the Haggin Museum to draw. Their affinity grew and they decided to form an art club that could benefit the city and empower the growing artists of the area.
Ruby Zahn White was one of those founding artists of the Stockton Art League. She helped expand its presence and served as its president twice. She was happiest when she was painting and became a key figure in the Northern California art scene. She also was an active member of several other prestigious organizations, including the Society of Western Artists and the American Pen Women. And in 1977, Ruby's significant impact on the arts was recognized by the Stockton Arts Commission, which honored her for her “outstanding contribution to the cultural life of the community”.
Born in San Jose, California, Ruby was destined for a life steeped in artistry and education. Her passion for the arts led her to the esteemed California School of Fine Arts (CSFA) and College of the Pacific, where she graduated with the class of 1921.
Ruby's early career saw her nurturing young minds at Analy Union High School in Sebastopol, CA, and later at her alma mater, the College of the Pacific. When the college moved to Stockton in 1925, Ruby followed, beginning a new chapter both professionally and personally as she married G. Warren White and eventually paused her teaching career to focus on raising a family.
The 1940s marked Ruby's return to her artistic roots. She resumed painting and took on an art teaching role at Stockton High School. Ruby's preferred mediums were oil and watercolor, and she had a particular talent for en plein air landscapes, capturing the essence of historical scenes. Her work was heavily influenced by the picturesque vistas of the Pacific Coast, the Mother Lode region, and the broader western states.
Ruby's talent and dedication earned her numerous exhibition opportunities. Some notable showcases include the Smithsonian Institution (1954, 1956), the California State Fair (1954, 1958, 1962), the Society of Western Artists, the Kingsley Art Club (1952, 1960), the Oakland Museum (1953), and the Springfield (MA) Museum (1961). Retrospectives of her work were held at the Haggin Museum, the Lodi Community Art Center, and the University of the Pacific.
Today, Ruby Zahn White's legacy lives on through her works, which are proudly displayed at the Haggin Museum in Stockton, the University of the Pacific, the Stockton Public Library, the Stockton Record, the Bank of Stockton, the Lodi Community Art Center, and in numerous
private collections.
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LEYENDECKER: CELEBRATING 150 YEARS
On View: February 22, 2024 - September 15, 2024
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Few people today recognize the name Joseph Christian Leyendecker and yet he was arguably this nation’s most popular commercial artist during the first four decades of the 20th century. His paintings helped sell everything from men’s clothing to breakfast cereal and he helped define the modern magazine cover.
Haggin Museum houses the largest public collection of original artworks by the “Golden Age” illustrator. The museum’s core Leyendecker Gallery displays over 40 pieces of original work and personal ephemera. In honor of the 150th anniversary of his birth, the Haggin is displaying a collection of rarely seen original works and sketches by the artist. The selection includes J.C. and his brother Frank’s sketches, allowing viewers to get a closer look at the artists’ process.
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San Joaquin Historical Museum
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Practicing “Subli” our Filipino number at Little Manila Rising. Red Phoenix Rising will premiere this dance at the opening of the Filipino Farm Worker’s exhibit opening on September 8th, 2024 at the San Joaquin San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum Historical Museum. What is exciting about this performance is…Vicente Acoba was a founder of the Filipino Farm Center and in this Filipino folk dance one of his granddaughters is performing and three great great granddaughters are performing.
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Sakura Hibachi Catering Restaurant
1904 Pacific Ave
Now Open for Lunch
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Wednesdays at Whirlows /
TAPS Barrel House
1926 Pacific Ave
BEER * MUSIC * BINGO
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Every Week at Whirlows
Mondays: Bingo starts at 6pm
Wednesdays: Music Bingo starts at 6pm
Thursdays: Live Music starts at 5pm
Check the Facebook Page for current events
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Featuring approximately 40 modernist works from private and public collections, Mary Tuthill Lindheim: Kindred Responses to Life surveys Lindheim’s life and work in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Lindheim (1912 – 2004) studied sculpture with artists Alexander Archipenko and Isamu Noguchi in the 1930s, and pottery with Antonio Prieto in the 1940s. She went on to win prizes for her own pottery at regional and national craft shows. Disregarding preconceived distinctions between fine art and craft, Lindheim explored clay as an artistic medium and vital means of self-expression. The exhibition features her pottery, figurative sculpture, and studio jewelry. Through a series of thematic installations loosely inspired by the artist’s guiding beliefs in nature, emotion, beauty, and social justice, the works on display make connections between her artistic practice and compassionate approach to life.
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Fortuna and the Immortality Garden (Machine)
July 1, 2024–Spring 2026
Floor 1
(The public can access this exhibition for free in the Roberts Family Gallery on Floor 1)
Fortuna and the Immortality Garden (Machine)
A Respite for the Weary Time-Traveler.
Featuring a Rite of Ancient Intelligence Carried out by The Gardeners
Toward the Continued Improvement of the Human Specious
by Kara E-Walker
Kara Walker, born Stockton, CA, has long been recognized for her incisive examinations of the dynamics of power and the exploitation of race and sexuality. Her work leverages expressions of fantasy and humor to confront troubling histories and dominant narratives, repossessing control in the process. Inspired by a wide range of sources, from antique dolls to Octavia Butler’s novel Parable of the Sower, Walker’s new commission, Fortuna and the Immortality Garden (Machine), considers the memorialization of trauma, the objectives of technology, and the possibilities of transforming the negative energies that plague contemporary society. Here, automatons trapped in a never-ending cycle of ritual and struggle are repositories of the human soul. They recall mechanized medieval icons that evidenced divinity, vitality, and the promise of faith. Situated within an energetically charged field of black obsidian from Mt. Konocti in Lake County — a volcanic glass with deep spiritual properties — Walker’s Gardeners evoke wonder, reflection, respite, and hope. Just past this prophetic vignette, the installation’s namesake, Fortuna, responds to each visitor with a choreographed gesture and a printed fortune fresh from her mouth — an offering of absolution and contemplation.
Learn more about Kara Walker.
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Experience the kaleidoscopic world of Yayoi Kusama, one of the most iconic and globally celebrated artists working today. Kusama’s first solo presentation in Northern California encompasses two Infinity Mirror Rooms, including her newest room, Dreaming of Earth’s Sphericity, I Would Offer My Love (2023), a cosmos of dancing color and light.
LOVE IS CALLING (2013), the second room in the presentation — and one of Kusama’s largest and most immersive works — features a darkened environment illuminated by vividly colored inflatable forms that extend from the floor and ceiling accompanied by the sound of the artist reciting a poem about love.
The infinite awaits. Join us for this extraordinary experience.
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Pier 24 Photography
The final Exhibition until January 2025
Pier 24 is one of the largest venues in the world dedicated to viewing photography. Since its inception it has always been free to view the comprehensive collection of more than 5,000 works by 500 photographers, all purchased by the Pilara Foundation.
The gallery space is nearly 27,000 square feet and attendance has always been by reservation and limited, to provide the viewer a serene experience while looking at the Pilara collection, along with other private collections on loan, like that of Bob and Randi Fisher.
The staff only mounts one exhibition per year, while also co-sponsoring the Larry Sultan Visiting Artist Program, with the California College of the Arts. Pier 24 has also published 20 books on photography.
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Excerpt: TURNING THE PAGE
As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. In its more than ten years, Pier 24 Photography has exhibited many thousands of photographs, and thus hundreds of thousands of hypothetical words. Up until now, every show has begun with the Pilara Foundation Collection and expanded from there. Turning the Page is the first exhibition that does not feature works from our collection. Instead, it looks at and celebrates the photobook, a medium that has undergone its own renaissance parallel to our years in operation. Each of the galleries presents works from a distinct photobook, whether an iconic volume or a recent monograph. The content, sequence, and design of each selected book guided our approach to that particular installation, aiming for a thoughtful translation of its overall tone and intent. Ultimately, Turning the Page invites you to consider how the viewing context impacts our understanding of a photographic project.
Among the classic works represented here are Robert Frank’s Les Américains (The Americans, 1958), Masahisa Fukase’s Karasu (Ravens, 1986), Larry Sultan’s Pictures from Home (1992), and Jim Goldberg’s Raised by Wolves (1995)—four photobooks that speak to the breadth of the medium across the second half of the twentieth century. Many consider The Americans so influential that every photobook since has been either in conversation with it or in rebellion against it. Ravens trades Frank’s restless questioning of the American dream for a dark, introspective processing of grief in the aftermath of Fukase’s divorce; both demonstrate how image sequencing can evoke feeling and narrative. Pictures from Home and Raised by Wolves build upon these precedents, combining image sequence, page layout, and text to tell powerful stories and reveal certain truths.
Over the past twenty years, photobooks have become increasingly essential to many photographers, offering a distinctive medium for fully realizing their visions—often pushing the boundaries of the book form along the way. This approach to design and layout extends to how several of the featured photographers have installed works from their projects. Few artists have explored the photobook’s range as extensively as Rinko Kawauchi, whose Ametsuchi (2013) unifies book design with her project’s concept and visual content; her lyrical installation echoes the sequence and design within her book’s pages. Vasantha Yogananthan’s A Myth of Two Souls (2016–21) is a series of seven individual yet related photobooks, one for each chapter of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, upon which the project is loosely based. The design of Rose Marie Cromwell’s El Libro Supremo de la Suerte (2018) is based on Cuban charadas—small photocopied pamphlets that guide people in placing bets in Havana’s underground lottery by assigning numbers to everyday objects; Cromwell’s nonlinear approach to image sequencing is also informed by this random system. And in Wires Crossed (2023), Ed Templeton documents two decades of his life as a professional skateboarder in a dense, frenetic sequence evoking the look and feel of the skate world he helped create. These four photographers have conceived unique installations for Turning the Page that speak to the kind of engaging experiences they are known for creating when translating their works from page to wall.
Pier 24 Photography has long believed in the photobook as an essential vehicle for both discovering new and exciting photographers, and looking deeply at the history of the medium. Additionally, we have contributed to the photobook community with our own publishing program. As with all of our shows, we hope you will see both familiar works that call out to you as old friends might, and unfamiliar photographers for you to encounter. It is this eye toward the future, with a humble respect for the past, that unifies the work on display. We hope you will join us as we turn the page together.
Viewer discretion advised for this exhibition as some galleries display themes of drug use and sexual abuse.
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
Richard Avedon | Libby Black | Rose Marie Cromwell | Rineke Dijkstra | Robert Frank | Masahisa Fukase | Jim Goldberg | Curran Hatleberg | Rinko Kawauchi | Baldwin Lee | Helen Levitt | Zanele Muholi | Cindy Sherman | Donavon Smallwood | Alec Soth | Larry Sultan | Ed Templeton | Vasantha Yogananthan |
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Open Studio Days at the Goodwin Gallery Thursdays 10am-1pm
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