February 2011

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Off to a Fantastic Start in 2011
In This Issue
Layla Hallberg, New Executive Director
The Buenaventura Gallery: Tina O'Brien
The Harbor Village Gallery: Guerra, Norman & Danielson
Community Memorial Hospital: "Green"
2011 Fine Art Calendars
Gallery Hours & Locations
Greetings!

Come celebrate with us!! We are welcoming our new Executive Director, Layla Hallberg, to the BAA family. Join us for a special reception on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 5-7 pm.

Despite some difficult economic times for many, our galleries have been sustained by the stalwart art lovers of Ventura County, who have joined us for some spectacular member and solo shows over the last year. We're excited about 2011, and have lots of great things coming up for you. Remember, our exhibits change monthly, so don't miss your chance to see great art, and meet the talented artists and staff of the Buenaventura Art Association. For more information please visit our website at buenaventuragallery.org.
 
 

Layla Hallberg, BAA's New Executive Director


 Layla Hallberg img"Meet the Director" Reception


 

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 5-7 pm

Buenaventura Gallery


Join us in welcoming our new Executive Director, Layla Hallberg, who was recently named to take over the position previously held by Emily Thompson at the BAA. Come toast our good fortune and meet our bright, energetic and very capable new Executive Director.

 


AT THE BUENAVENTURA GALLERY
700 East Santa Clara Street
Ventura, CA  805/648-1235

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Tina O'Brien: "Gone Surfing"

February 1-26, 2011
 
Reception: Saturday, February 5, 4 - 7 pm

Local artist Tina O'Brien's "Gone Surfing" solo show features her love of the Ventura beach scene. Poetic oil and acrylic paintings capture Surfer's Point and the distant islands, breezy palms at the Ventura Promenade, surfers standing by the shore, sunbathers by the Ventura Pier, couples strolling on the beach, the cypress tree at Marina Park, sunny views from Pierpont Beach, and the Two Trees. Whether Tina has her toes in the sand or is catching a wave or two, she wants to share with you the beauty of the natural surroundings of our beaches in Ventura.



First friday logoFirst Friday Gallery Crawl
February 4, 2011 - 5-8 pm
 
The Buenaventura Gallery will be open late to welcome you. Come see our new member and solo exhibits.
 
(click here for a gallery map.)
AT THE HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY
1591 Spinnaker Drive
Ventura Harbor Village (next to the big lawn)
Ventura, CA   805/644-2750


Norman imgRaul Valdez Guerra,
Ashleigh Norman &
Jamie Danielson

"FIGURE"


January 19 - March 7, 2011
 
In March 2010, Guerra, Norman, and Danielson, won awards in the Buenaventura Art Association's 4th Annual Collegiate Student Art Competition. These three artists were students at California State University, Channel Islands. Their group show, FIGURE, is a multi media compilation of works exploring humanity from the artists' perspectives of physicality, the range of human emotions, and spirituality. Viewing this exhibit is meant to stimulate different reactions in its viewers, including puzzlement, surprise, humor, wonder, inquiry and understanding.

(at left, "Cygnus" by Ashleigh Norman)


At the Artisan Store
Featured Artisan: Lady Jan Faulkner
 
It's just the right time of year for Lady Jan's beautiful wearable art. Bundle up by the fire in a comfy shawl or wrap a soft scarf around your neck against those winter winds. Stylish, comfy and uniquely hand made just for our Artisan Store.

PET PORTRAITS by Linda Cowell, Mary-Jo Murphy, Norman Kirk and Pamela Salem Click here for more information.
AT COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Main Lobby and First Floor Corridors
147 N. Brent Street, Ventura, CA

 
CMH green img"Green"
Thru March 6, 2011
 

 
 
Community Memorial Hospital

First Floor Lobby & Corridors


Green may inspire images of pastures, forests and lagoons or evoke fellings of renewal, safety and health. Green is a trend in politics, environmental protection and sustainability. The winter exhibit at CMH highlights local artists' interpretation of the hue of yellow and blue!

Coming Soon: "Renew"
 
Buenaventura Art Association and Community Memorial Hospital celebrate the cycle of nature with Renew, a special exhibit curated by Susan Cook. Open to all artists. Deadline for emailed submissions: February 11 at noon.
 (Click here for entry information)


Fe
aturing the works of over 50 local artists. Art in the Community!


 
calendar cover img2011 Fine Art Calendar
Honor our local history by purchasing
"Roots Ventura"

 

New reduced price: $10 each

 

Enjoy beautiful original art every month in 2011 as our artists honor E.P. Foster's contribution to our city with works depicting some of his achievements and favorite places. Available at our galleries or purchase online at buenaventuragallery.org.
 

 
Proceeds Support the BAA Art Student Scholarship Fund
 
GALLERY HOURS AND LOCATIONS
Buenaventura Gallery, 700 E. Santa Clara Street, Ventura CA
Open Tue-Fri, Noon-5 pm. Sat 11-5 pm, , 805-648-1235
Harbor Village Gallery, 1591 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura Harbor Village
(Next to the big lawn)
Open Wed-Mon 12-5 pm. 805-644-2750

"Sketches" is published by the Buenaventura Art Association.
Visit our website at
buenaventuragallery.org.(805) 648-1235.
email: [email protected].