Cascade A&E August 2018

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Art in the West Celebrates Unique

Vista by Hadley Rampton

Hackleman Creek Cutthroat by Analee Fuentes

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he High Desert Museum is sharing an extraordinary collection of work by artists from across the West in its annual Art in the West exhibition and silent auction. This year’s juried, invitation-only exhibition features 76 works by 46 artists.

“The artwork featured in Art in the West showcases the inventive and varied ways in which artists respond to the landscapes, history, people and wildlife of the High Desert,” said Andries Fourie, Museum curator of art and community engagement. “The exhibition gives Museum visitors the opportunity to view the rugged splendor and unique stories of the West through the eyes of its most creative residents.”

The exhibition and silent auction opened on Friday, July 27. Silent bidding continues until August 25, and there is also the opportunity to purchase artwork outright.

“We’re extremely grateful for the regionally and nationally acclaimed artists who submitted pieces for jury consideration and are pleased to present this exceptional collection of works,” said Museum Executive Director Dana Whitelaw, Ph.D. “Each year, this exhibition showcases an inspiring range of artists’ interpretations of the stories of the West, from reflections on culture to the uniqueness of the landscape.”

This year’s Curator’s Choice Award was presented to Ben Pease, from the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Nations in southeastern Montana, for his

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Sacred Lands by Bart Walker

piece “Keeper of the People.” The Jury’s Choice Award went to Utah-based artist Hadley Rampton for her piece “Vista.” These works are featured within the exhibit and available for bidding.

Art in the West culminates at the 29th annual High Desert Rendezvous, the Museum’s signature fundraising gala, on Saturday, August 25 from 5-9pm.

This entertaining evening includes dinner, a hosted saloon, gambling, dancing, a raffle and live and silent. Tickets for the Rendezvous are available at highdesertmuseum.org/hdr.

“Rendezvous is a special event for Museum members and friends to kick up their heels in celebration of the Museum, reflect on our accomplishments and support our future,” Whitelaw said. “The Museum is an amazing resource that exists thanks to our donors, sponsors, members and visitors.”

Proceeds from the Art in the West auction and the High Desert Rendezvous help support the Museum’s education programs, bringing science, art and history education to lifelong learners throughout the region.

Award: Curator’s Choice Artist: Ben Pease Artwork Title: Keeper of the People Value: $1,920 Opening Bid: $1,520 Buy It Now: $3,840

Perspectives on our Region

Cliff Dwelling by Charlie Griswold

Ben Pease, from the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Nations in southeastern Montana, describes himself as a contemporary Native American storyteller.

Ben’s narrative mixed-media paintings explore the history and culture of Native people. His work has recently been featured in the publications Fine Art Connoisseur, Mountain Living and Architecture. Ben’s work was included in the Creative Indigenous Collective group show at the Wyoming State Museum. He has also exhibited at museums throughout Montana, including the Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art in Great Falls, the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings and the Bigfork Art & Cultural Center.

Award: Jury’s Choice Artist: Hadley Rampton Artwork Title: Vista Value: $2,700 Opening Bid: $2,400 Buy It Now: $5,400 Hadley Rampton is a Utah native. She received her bachelor of fine arts in painting and drawing from the University of Utah in 1999. Hadley focuses on plein air oil landscape painting with a contemporary take. She has been featured in numerous regional exhibitions. Her work can be found in private and corporate collections throughout the United States and internationally.

She is currently represented by Phillips Gallery in Salt Lake City, Utah; the Torrey Gallery in Torrey, Utah; and the Abend Gallery in Denver, Colorado.

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Storm Rider by Dennis Ziemienski, photos courtesy of High Desert Museum

RENDEZVOUS Cost for an individual ticket is $150 for members and $200 for nonmembers. A members couple ticket is $300 and a non-members couple ticket is $350. Lucky Horseshoe sponsorship tables for eight are $2,000, and Buckaroo sponsorship tables for 10 are $3,000.

Bob Shaw, NewsChannel 21 chief meteorologist / community affairs director, will be the evening’s MC. Greg Quiroga, auctioneer for Stellar Fundraising Auctions, Inc., will keep the bidding lively during the live auction.

Caterer Tate and Tate will prepare a scrumptious dinner and The Bucklys will bring their original rock sound with its relaxed vibe to the dance floor.

A gallery guide of the exhibit artwork is available to preview on the Museum’s website at highdesertmuseum.org/art-west-exhibit and for sale in the Museum’s store, Silver Sage Trading. Opening bids range from $100 to $5,000. Bids or outright purchases may be made in Silver Sage Trading or by phone during business hours at 541-382-4754, ext. 365, through 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 25, with final bidding occurring at the High Desert Rendezvous.

Art in the West and High Desert Rendezvous are made possible by First Interstate Bank. Art in the West is presented with support from Central Oregon Visitors Association and Sunriver Resort. highdesertmuseum.org Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | August 2018

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august 3 Alleda Real Estate 25 NW Minnesota Ave., Ste. 1 alledarealestate.com Watercolor might be an unlikely media for artist Deni Porter because of her desire for saturated color. However, with the use of a glazing process (thin layers of translucent color one upon the other), she can make her paintings “sing” with color. The artist adds further texture and interest to her pieces by using colored pencils. The overall effect is alive with color and emotion.

Painting subjects range from whimsical animals and beautiful outdoor scenes of Central Oregon to the streets of downtown Bend. Porter also provides commissioned realistic paintings of pets and children. The result is a family heirloom to cherish for years to come.

Porter, who received her degree in art from the University of California in the mid-seventies, regularly displays art at the Artists Gallery in Sunriver.

Art in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing 550 NW Franklin St. Art in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing, features Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) Oregon Region from August 1-26. The artists will attend the August 3, 5-8pm public opening. Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) Oregon Region presents an exhibition of 25 fiber artists’ new works interpreting the concept of BRIDGE. Interpretations are the driving force as artists broadly depict the theme using numerous fiber techniques. During First Friday, Noi Thai serves wine and appetizers. Gordy Michael, a Portland Jazz musician, on piano and guitar, Lisa Day, vocals, and Mark Karwin, upright bass, entertain.

A Different Gear by Carolyn Walwyn

Bend Art Center 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 180 541-330-8759 • bendartcenter.org Artists go big with large-scale woodcuts in

Big Ink exhibit on display August 3-26 with an opening reception on Friday, August 3 from 5-9pm.

Bend Art Center will feature large-scale woodcut prints by 15 artists from across the U.S. for its first installation of Big Ink. Big Ink is an organized network of artists who promote large-scale woodblock printing. The works in Bend Art Center’s exhibit were printed at Whit Print Studio in Eugene, Oregon at a Big Ink event in 2017. Artists were selected, either by personal invitation or through a call-forentry process, to print original woodblocks at least 24” x 36” in size. Bend Art Center will continue with a second installation of Big Ink prints for the September exhibit.

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Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty 821 NW Wall St. 541-383-7600 • cascadesothebysrealty.com The theme "Threads that Bind” was the inspiration for this regional Studio Art Quilt Associates Inc (SAQA) annual exhibition. With this inspiration local fiber artists explored the “threads” that hold our art, our lives, and our communities together. Each piece is unique, but unified by the theme and size (18” x 40”). The artists are all members of the Central Oregon SAQA, an international nonprofit organization founded in 1989 to served artists working in the art quilt medium, as well as instructors, collectors, gallery owners, curators and corporate sponsors who recognized the importance of the art quilt. desperado a boutique Old Mill District 330 SW Powerhouse Dr. 541-749-9980 Presenting a summer installation of paintings by Central Oregon artist Barbara Slater.

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John Paul Designs Custom Jewelry + Signature Series 1006 NW Bond St. 541-318-5645 • johnpauldesigns.com Specializing in unique, one of a kind wedding and engagement rings in a variety of metals.

Layor 1000 NW Wall St. #110 Layor Art + Supply’s First Friday in August will feature the art of Kelly Thiel.

Thiel is a cofounder and studio artist at The Wilds. Layor will be showcasing her work from her new series, About Face. Come see these impressive, vibrant and celebratory images of vintage women.

Lubbesmeyer Studio & Gallery Old Mill District, second story loft 541-330-0840 • lubbesmeyer.com The Lubbesmeyer twins offer a range of work created in fiber and paint. Through the twins’ collaborative process, they distill literal imagery into vivid blocks of color and texture, creating an abstracted view of their surroundings. Working studio/gallery open Tuesday thru Saturday.

Karen Bandy Design Jeweler 25 NW Minnesota Ave., Ste. 5 541-388-0155 • karenbandy.com Mary Medrano Studio Tucked between Thump coffee and Alleda Real Estate, 25 NW Minnesota Ave., #12 Lake Grass, 2018 by Lubbesmeyer Twins Karen Bandy a Central Oregon national/international award408-250-2732 • marymedrano.com winning jewelry designer and abstract painter, specializing in custom design Step away from the crowds and relax in an art studio that is filled with in downtown Bend since 1987. Her designs are bold, fun and very wearable. the latest works by Mary Medrano. Located above Thump Coffee and across Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:30am-5pm, First Fridays and from the Oxford Hotel in the heart by appointment. of downtown is a hidden gem of a

studio. Stop in and see what’s new.

Lara House Bend & Breakfast 640 NW Congress St. Mockingbird Gallery 541-388-4064 • larahouse.com 869 NW Wall St. Join us every First Friday at the Lara House Bed and Breakfast from 541-388-2107 5-7pm. Enjoy the artworks from six local artists: Ann Gibson, Karen Eland, mockingbird-gallery.com Dorothy Holmes, Michelle Lindblom, Kristine Cooper and Angela Schwer.

On Friday August 3, from 5-9pm We will also have free yoga on our side lawn with live music. Yoga will be Mockingbird Gallery presents, taught by Autumn Adams and Helen Cloots and live music from Amy Bathen.

Double Visions, a two-person show Yoga will start at 5:30pm. for Mitch Baird and Eric Jacobsen.

Check out the inside of our beautiful historic bed and breakfast. We have We will serve wine, cheese and have been apart of Bend since 1910. jazz music provided by the Ryan

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august 3 Camastral trio. This show will run through August.

As a representational painter,Mitch Baird believes that painting is a celebration of life and the beauty that surrounds us. He is devoted to the traditions of the late 19th century artists who looked to the figure and nature’s landscape for inspiration regarding light, color and design. Seeking out this inspiration, Mitch works directly from life to capture the qualities and nuances of natural light and color harmony. Eric Jacobsen’s true inspiration is the amazing beauty that he sees in nature. Jacobsen is a plein air painter, meaning he takes his oils wherever he goes, setting up on site and working until his painting is finished.

Northsoles Footwear 800 NW Wall St. 541-312-8566 North Soles Footwear on Wall Street in Bend is hosting an art display of paintings by Vivian Olsen and Barbara Slater, two well-known artists in Central Oregon. Watercolor townscapes of her travels in Italy and France are on display by Vivian Olsen as well as some of her wildlife animal portraits. Vivian creates vibrant paintings that capture an animal’s behavior and personality that make them seem to come alive. Also showing at North Soles Footwear are bright and beautiful florals by Barbara Slater painted with acrylics on canvas. With WildernessWolves by Vivian Olsen a heartfelt connection for her subjects Barbara enjoys creating flower and animal portraits with passion and dramatic color. This fine exhibit will be showing at North Soles Footwear through August in downtown Bend on the corner at 800 Wall street and Franklin. Both artists are members of the High Desert Art League and their paintings may be seen on their website: www.highdesertartlsegue.com.

Hummingbird Feast by Susan Busik

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Oxford Hotel 10 NW Minnesota Ave. 541-382-8436 The Oxford Hotel presents Susan Busik’s colorful acrylic paintings, Magical Reality, continuing through this month. Busik will attend the champagne opening on First Friday, August 3 from 5:30-7:30pm. The exhibit will run through August 31.

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Peterson/Roth Gallery 206 NW Oregon Ave., Ste. 1 541-633-7148 • petersonroth.com • thegallery@petersonroth.com Please come join us here at Peterson/Roth Gallery on First Friday, August 3 from 5-9pm to celebrate our Summer Exhibition, featuring Christian Burchard and Korey Gulbrandson. We also will have work on the walls by our current group and a few new artists. So come on down for wine and cheese and a gallery filled with fresh art. We’re right below Silverado.

Starting as an apprentice to furniture makers, Christian Burchard quickly turned his attention to woodturning. Christian’s wood of choice is Pacific Madrone burl because as it dries, it warps, allowing the wood to take its own shape.

Korey Gulbrandson starts each piece with a hand-crafted wood canvas and evolves with an accumulation of layers, manipulating wax and various mediums. Using a torch and carving tools Korey scribes and removes the layers. This technique creates an exciting plane of texture and color.

Red Chair Gallery 103 NW Oregon Ave. 541-306-3176 • redchairgallerybend.com Lise Hoffman-McCabe follows the passion embraced by plein air painters. In their tradition, Lise’s work is influenced by where she lives: Bend and France. Pastels are her chosen medium because of the immediacy and intensity of the color. She is a true “colorist” in every sense of the word. Her newest works focus on the pastoral French country side and the beautiful iconic Bend locations.

Will Nash creates beautiful woodwork utilizing local and regional hardwoods. His pieces

By Lise Hoffman-McCabe include everything from sculptural chairs, benches and other furniture items, to small usable pieces such as spoons and ladles or cutting boards. Some of the hardwoods Will prefers to work with include claro walnut and myrtlewood. He brings each piece to a satin finish enhancing the natural beauty within the wood.

Sage Custom Framing & Gallery 834 NW Brooks St. 541-382-5884 • sageframing-gallery.com For the month of August a group of friends have gathered to show their latest works at Sage Custom Framing and Gallery. Nurturing and supporting each

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ae@cascadeae.com other’s artistic accomplishments is an important part of this group’s learning experiences. Feedback from others is important for constant evolution and growth. Featured artists for August are Nancy Misek, Denise Rich, Laura Jo Sherman and Jane Tolve with a First Friday reception on August 3 from 5-8pm.

Nancy Misek, working in pastels, captures the beauty of our Oregon landscape in her sensitive and beautiful renderings of the natural world.

Denise Rich focuses on a favorite subject, trees. Both plein air and studio paintings done in “Open”(slow drying) acrylics will show her exploration of the beauty of junipers and pines.

In Laura Jo Sherman’s work, a passion for life long learning is evident. Approaching each new painting as a challenge, and favoring expressive Morning Light by Denise Rich techniques in her pastel paintings, she may use mixed media, unusual color combinations and varying textures.

Jane Tolve, also preferring to use pastels, as her medium of choice, takes an intuitive approach to her paintings. Starting with an idea, she lets her imagination taker her where it may, experimenting with bold color combinations and injecting energy and movement, often with a touch of whimsy.

TIAA Bank 5 NW Minnesota Ave. TIAA Bank is hosting SageBrushers Art Society artists Kendra West, Barb Shannon and Sue Lever for First Friday in August. Come and enjoy a range of subjects including flowers, landscapes, and doorways, as well as abstract watercolor collage. First Friday opening on August 3.

Tumalo Art Company Old Mill District 541-385-9144 • tumaloartco.com Katherine Taylor’s exhibit of new oil paintings, A Celebration of Paint, opens at Go With the Flow by Kendra West Tumalo Art Co. August 3, from 4-8pm during Frist Friday Gallery Walk in Bend’s Old Mill District.

A long-time Central Oregon artist, Katherine outfits an array of canvases with lively textured marks made from lots of oil paint lusciousness. Her signature artwork employs the dramatic lighting and luminous glazing she

learned from her classical art training. But, she mixes it up when it comes to genres and styles. Sometimes flying in the face of typical representational artwork, she paints figures, the face, the landscape, urban settings, fabric, flowers, metal, and even bleached bones, with a variety of techniques and applications she’s picked up Luminous Drawing by Katherine Taylor along the way. After 30 years of smearing oil pigments on canvases, she reflects that it’s still “all about the paint.”

Tumalo Art Co. is an artist-run gallery in the heart of the Old Mill District open seven days a week.

The Wine Shop 55 NW Minnesota Ave. thewineshopbend.com The Wine Shop’s August exhibit features the work of SageBrushers artists Jean Vertefeuille and Kendra West.

Jean’s watercolors, acrylic and oil paintings explore the landscape and the affect of light. Kendra will be showing watercolor collages and other recent work.

Sunset Grazing by Jean Vertefeuille

Village Interiors 750 NW Lava Rd. 541-389-6515 • villageinteriorsdesign.com Village Interiors will be featuring Sisters resident and oil painter Sandy Melchiori. Sandy’s liberal, expressionistic brushstrokes of big bold cows, roosters, sheep, local pastoral landscapes and paintings from her travels will be featured at Village Interiors throughout the month of August. Join us August 3 from 5-8mp for light fare and beverages as Sandy shares with guests her inspirations and love of painting.

Norma’s Sunflowers by Sandy Melchiori

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First Friday at Tumalo Art Co., Red Chair Gallery, LAYOR, Mockingbird Gallery & At Liberty in Downtown Bend & the Old Mill District Photos submitted by Tumalo Art Co., Red Chair Gallery & Natalie Nieman

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Artists in Action

Tumalo Art Co. launched their new plein air painting event in the Old Mill District. Artists throughout the summer include Janice Druain, Sarah B. Hansen, Susan Luckey Higdon, Judy Hoiness, David Kinker, Mary Marquiss, Katherine Taylor and Marty Stewart.

Photos submitted by Tumalo Art Co. and Lubbesmeyer Gallery

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Len Babb Western Art

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e prepared to experience true western buckaroo culture through the paintings and art of award winning western artist Len Babb.

As a young boy, Len began sketching and painting the culture he loved. Today, Len’s experiences and life passion are defined on canvas, paper and clay. Len is accomplished in oil, ink, watercolor and sculpting.

Len’s lifetime as a working Buckaroo has a strong influence for his art work and is seen in fine detail in his paintings of Buckaroo life, work and the buckaroo gear. Len has made himself a student of the old west.

This love and knowledge of history is also seen in his art. His shows are an education and a fun walk through history for all ages.

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​Len continues to enjoy working horseback and spending time in his log studio bringing to life his memories and the events that are enhanced by his extensive reading and research into an era gone by.

Len’s creative personality is also heard in his colorful stories and true tales of the old west and his life adventures.

Len and his wife Gloria reside in Paisley, Oregon where they continue to enjoy their life together spending time with family and good friends.

All are invited to attend Len's Art Exhibit and Sale on Saturday, August 4 in Sisters, Oregon at the Sisters Fire Hall from 9am to 8pm.

All ages are welcome to come and enjoy live music and experience the historic old west and rustic cowboy life through the art of an authentic buckaroo. Meet Len and tour the old west through his original oils, watercolors, bronzes and inks.

Following the Buffalo

In addition to original oils for view and purchase, there will also be prints, giclee’s and canvases of all sizes to choose from. lenbabbwesternart.com "Without a doubt, visitors to Lens shows are in for an educational treat where they can experience the American West when the land belonged to God. Len is a Western master. Len is today’s Russell."

-Dr. Larry Len Peterson Director, CM Russell Museum Board, Great Falls, Montana; Co-Chairman of the Art Acquisition Committee, CM Russell Museum; Recipient of True West Magazine’s 2018 Best Author; and Best Non-Fiction Book of the Year for American Trinity: Jefferson, Custer, and the Spirit of the West.

Blanket Traders, photos courtesy of Len Babb Western Art

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Go With the Flow, watercolor collage by Kendra West

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Art in the High Desert 2018

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or the 11th year running, Art in the High Desert illuminates the banks of the Deschutes River in the Old Mill District this August 24-26, bringing 115 professional artists from across the nation to Bend. Six hundred and sixty-five artists applied to this year’s event, an event voted tenth in the nation for art sales by Art Fair SourceBook in 2016 and 2017. Of the 115 selected, at least 30 of them have never shown here before, and those who have merit their return. Founders Dave and Carla Fox choose to keep the number of artists small and the attention on the art and

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artists themselves, which certainly accounts, in part, for the event’s prestige.

Ingenuity, professionalism, consistency and congeniality are qualities sought after in the art and artists represented at Art in the High Desert, and the jury of four experts well-versed in the 15 media categories have certainly delivered for “Central Oregon’s Premier Juried Art & Craft Show!”

Nothing short of astounding are the variety of mediums represented at this year’s event. There will be scissors drawings, kinetic sculpture, hand-pulled prints, hand-sewn hats, realistic drawings, abstract paintings, contemporary batik and much more. This diversity in mediums lends itself to a variety of price points, something for everyone in other words, a deliberate choice on behalf of Art in the High Desert’s founders to provide opportunity to collectors of all sorts. Such variety also invokes curiosity on behalf of the public who peruse the stalls, knowing that no two artists will be quite, if remotely, alike. “This is a show unlike any other,” Dave Fox shares; “It is a show about the public engaging with the artists and the artists reaching out to the public.”

Engagement is such a core value to Art in the High Desert founders Dave and Carla that they even provide a forum where select artists interact with the public through a workshop, The ABCs of Being a Show Artist. Here, we learn more about the artists stories: Who are they? Why the path of the artist? Why the particular choice in medium(s)? Why enter such a competition in the first place, and what does one expect as a result? This incredible opportunity allows the public to delve deeper into the life of the artist and perhaps come away with a greater understanding of or appreciation for them, their craft, and the work it takes to participate in art fairs.

It’s not only the public that can learn about art and artists at Art in the High Desert, but also the artists who get to learn about the business of art as they participate in the show. This learning process begins during the “Jury Preview” where the images received are projected onto big screens. Here artists are invited to view the way in which they and other artists in their category represent themselves to the jury, that is to say, how they present their work.

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“This is a great opportunity for the artists,” Dave reveals, “because they get to see how they measure up to other artists in terms of their visual presentation that the jury will eventually evaluate.”

Once the Jury Preview is complete, the artists exit the space and yield to the jurors who then close the doors and begin the arduous task of selecting which artists will receive the honor of a featured spot at the event. The feedback loop for artists, however, does not end here. Also available if requested by the artist in the application is written constructive criticism from the jury. As the jury evaluates those applications marked for feedback, each juror jots down notes, for example, what was said about the application package, how many artists applied in that category, and any relevant comments regarding specific details.

Scores based on categories such as the quality and innovation of the work are tallied and reported to artists so they can see where they were both strong and weak in the application. “Our goal is to help artists be more competitive in their work,” says Dave. “We strive to let them know what they can do to improve their applications and thus their chances of being a successful Art in the High Desert Artist.”

Unlike many art fairs across the nation, Art in the High Desert does not award ribbons for “Best in Show” or “Best in Category.” Receiving an invitation to participate is already an award, Dave asserts. In lieu of ribbons, Dave and Carla have established Benchmark Awards, which honor those artists who are “a step above the rest,” that is, those who not only display outstanding work but also engage the public and demonstrate professionalism and enthusiasm with respect to all aspects of the show. Five artists were awarded Benchmark Awards last year, two of whom are serving as jurors this year!

To keep the show running smoothly for artists, patrons, and the incredibly

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important volunteer staff, a no dogs allowed policy has been instated. Not just for human comfort, this policy is also intended to keep the dogs safe and stress-free. Dave and Carla, dog-lovers themselves, thank you for your understanding.

Enjoy yourselves at this year’s Art in the High Desert, August 24-26, Friday and Saturday from 10am-6pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. See you there! artinthehighdesert.com Oregon’s Only Arts Magazine Since 1995 | August 2018

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Bend Cultural Tourism Commission Announces 2018 Grant Awards

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he Bend Cultural Tourism Commission announced ten grant awards for Bend activities at its June meeting, awarding a total of $205,000. The funds will help organizations leverage marketing resources to attract more cultural tourists during the shoulder seasons and winter months—a time of year when the city’s tourism industry is down yet the vibrant cultural activities are still going strong.

Funding will support a variety of cultural programing, from the 15th Annual the Bend Film Festival to Crows Feet Commons’ Après Ski Bash concerts that will draw a variety of tourists. The Commission included two Catalyst grant awards this year, supporting cultural initiatives in the development phase. One of these is a to support the development of Word In Action, a new literary festival sponsored

by OSU-Cascades Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing. Another is to develop a Winter Pride Festival for the LGBTQ community, organized

by OUT Central Oregon.

Following is the complete list of grants awarded: MAKRETING/PROGRAM GRANTS Bend Art Center, $15,000 Bend Art Center will host the second annual Weekend of Art in Bend on April 26-28, 2019.

Weekend of Art offers a wide range of programs and activities for all ages to experience art. Bend Art Center will engage a variety of cultural partners to create a multi-faceted event that features exhibits, film screenings, art-making activities, talks, and public art. Weekend of Art will take place at multiple venues around town and will be anchored by two key Bend Art Center programs: the 2019 Invitational Print Fair and 2nd Annual Bend Art Conference.

BendFilm, Inc., $33,750 The 15th Annual BendFilm Festival will be held October 11-14. The festival showcases approximately 100 independent narrative, documentary, short, women-made, LGBTQ-themed, Native-made, northwest-produced and animated films made by established, emerging and underrepresented filmmakers. The program provides access to art that challenges the status quo and celebrates diverse life experiences. Throughout the festival, visiting filmmakers and jurors participate in public educational panels and post-screening discussions.

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November through April. The series is located in the Mirror Pond Plaza, the living room of Downtown Bend. The series is in its fifth season. Its purpose is to create cultural music experiences in the heart of Bend that support the economic vitality of Bend.

Deschutes County Historical Society, $9,500 The Deschutes County Historical Society (DCHS) will create Cruisin’ 97, an exhibit and heritage program highlighting the history of Highway 97 as it relates to life and tourism in Central Oregon and Bend during the 1930-60s. The exhibit highlights the history of traditional downtown’s as social centers, and what happens when the highway is redirected as happened to Bend in 1962.

High Desert Museum, $33,750 The High Desert Museum’s innovative, interdisciplinary exhibition, Water in the West, will use art, science and history to explore this past, waters’ continued role in the West, and its future. By bringing together different perspectives on this vital resource, the exhibition will appeal to broad audiences, attract visitors to Central Oregon, and raise awareness of the Museum and Bend as a leading arts and cultural destination.

Lay It Out Events, $15,000 Every year, over a long wintry February weekend more than 20,000 people are drawn to the Old Mill in Bend to celebrate the season by attending Oregon Winterfest (OWF). Held over President’s Day holiday weekend February 16-18, 2019, the Oregon Winterfest entrance once again features artistic pyrotechnics in the form of the Fire Pit & Fire Sculpture event. For the sixth year in a row, the Fire Pit & Fire Sculpture event attracts over 20 local, regional and national stature sculptors and blacksmiths.

ScaleHouse Contemporary Creative Center, $20,500 BEND DESIGN will open its fourth year on Thursday, October 25 at the Tower Theatre with eight innovative speakers who are industry leaders speaking about design trends, design inspiration and how design thinking is being used to solve business, civic and social issues.

Sunriver Music Festival, $8,250 The Sunriver Music Festival is teaming up with the Tower Theatre to present the third annual Piano Showcase on April 12-13, 2019 at the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. The showcase will feature acclaimed pianists Tanya Gabrielian,

Randy Porter and Arthur Migliazza performing on two Steinway grand pianos over two days of performances, masterclasses, workshops, recitals and panel discussions. This event will be produced by the Sunriver Music Festival.

Tower Theatre Foundation, $17,750 The Tower Theatre Foundation will hold the fourth annual Bend A Cappella Festival February 7-10, 2019. The purpose is to bring together performers, educators and enthusiasts to enjoy, learn about and showcase vocal music.

World Muse, $14,750 Muse Conference is a four-day event hosted by World Muse, a non-profit that believes women and girls can be powerful catalysts for change in our community and in our world. Muse Conference connects attendees from near and far with locally and internationally recognized artists, activists, authors, athletes and social change leaders of all ages to celebrate International Women’s Day and kick-off Women’s History Month.

CATALYST GRANTS Oregon State University - Cascades MFA in Creative Writing, $12,500 Words In Action is a two-day literary festival sponsored by OSU-Cascades Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing. The festival is designed to celebrate the literary arts while also teaching participants how to tune up their humanity via storytelling, flexible thinking and communal creativity. It is intended to attract participants who define themselves as writers as well as participants who just love literature or are interested in art and social change.

OUT Central Oregon, $10,000 OUT Central Oregon proposes to further develop and establish an LGBTQ winter festival in Bend: Winter Pride Festival. Winter Pride Festival provides multiple winter events and activities. As a multi-day event celebrating diversity and inclusivity through various winter activities, social gatherings, and fun, Winter Pride Festival is an excellent opportunity to promote Bend as a visible and attractive LGBTQ vacation destination during the winter season.

The awarded grant funds will be used to: help attract cultural tourists during the shoulder seasons and winter months, when cultural tourism organizations are most active; diversify Bend’s tourism offerings; and build on efforts to establish Bend as a premier yearround cultural tourism destination.

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Art in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing

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rt in the Atrium, Franklin Crossing, features Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) Oregon Region from August 1-26. The artists will attend the August 3, 5-8pm public opening.

Studio Art Quilt Associates Oregon Region presents an exhibition of 25 fiber artists’ new works interpreting the concept of BRIDGE. Interpretations are the driving force as artists broadly depict the theme using numerous fiber techniques. In both representational and abstract form, participants explore connections and links, bonds and pathways—both physical and emotional—between people and things.

Presenting artists include Karen Bates, Suzy Bates, Judith Beaver, Nancy Bryant, Sharon Carvalho, Sherri Culver, Anne Daughtry, Dianne English, Judith Quinn Garnett, Mary Goodson, Janet Hiller, Laura Jaszkowski, Sheryl LeBlanc, Shirley MacGregor, Annette McFarlane, Ginny McVickar, Sherrie Moomey, Judy Peterson, Deborah Runnels, Mary Ruzich, Deborah Sorem, Karen Sunday Spencer, Jan Tetziaff, Carolyn Walwyn and Naomi Weidner. The exhibit judge, Jan Dunnewold, also presents a quilt.

BRIDGE is sponsored by Montavilla Sewing Centers. SAQA is a nonprofit, international A Zipper is a Bridge by Annette McFarlane organization dedicated to promoting the art quilt and artists. Founded in 1989 by 50 artists, membership now exceeds 3,400 artists, teachers, collectors, gallery owners, museum curators and corporate sponsors (www.saqa.com). SAQA’s Oregon Region has nearly 200 members (saqaoregon.blogspot.com).

For Franklin Crossing information, contact Billye Turner at 503-780-2828 or billyeturner@bendnet.com

A Surprise Invitation

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ivian Olsen, a Bend artist, has been invited to join the ranks of artists exhibiting their artwork on Santa Fe’s famous Canyon Road. Vivian says, “I was recently surprised by a call from the V Q GALLERY owner in Santa Fe, New Mexico and invited to exhibit my paintings there in August.

The owner had collected my paintings and etchings in the 80’s and 90’s when I lived in Socorro, New Mexico, and she now owns a new gallery on Canyon Road so she contacted me with specific requests for artwork. She wanted paintings of the Native American Pueblo Dancers from the Rio Grande area similar to those she purchased from me years ago, and also paintings of the animals of the area, in particular Sandhill Cranes.”

Mention the name of Canyon Road in Santa Fe, New Mexico to any artist or art collector living in the West and they won’t need any explanation of what it refers to. Even though it’s just a narrow lane lined with prestigious art galleries, It’s a famous place where artists wish their artwork could be shown, so Vivian is delighted! It’s been a few months since that phone call invitation and Vivian has been painting new watercolors which are now hanging during August in the VQ Gallery located at 703 Canyon Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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Art at the Oxford

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he Oxford Hotel presents Susan Busik’s colorful acrylic paintings, Magical Reality, continuing through August 31. Busik will attend the champagne opening on First Friday, August 3 from 5:30-7:30pm.

The artist continues her interest in Mexican Folk Art, expressive of her heritage, with the August exhibit, Magical Reality. Self-taught in this painstakingly difficult yet whimsical art, Busik reveals the perceived world through magical elements.

The artist, interpreting the art form, depicts traditional imagery such as a hummingbird (a favored subject of the artist) painted in realistic as well as expressionistic colors. Unusual colors such as fuchsia and bubblegum pink or neon green as seen on the bird’s wings and body in Hummingbird Fantasy express this theme. The flattened, one-dimensional perspective of the image is also characteristic of the form.

Paintings of mystical, rigidly formed and perfectly shaped juniper trees in early morning light join Busik’s imagery. These trees appear singular in the foreground, supported by a forest Blooms with Butterfly by Susan Busik of smaller, perfectly conical evergreens and symmetrical mountains. All this imagery alludes to the Magical Reality theme.

Billye Turner, art consultant, coordinates the Oxford Hotel exhibition schedule. For additional information please contact her at 503-780-2828 or billyeturner@bendnet.com.

BEND EXHIBITS BEND ART CENTER 550 SW Industrial Way, Ste. 180 541-330-8759, bendartcenter.org Featured Exhibit: A6 Artist Milly Dole. Local artist Milly Dole presents a new body of work titled Muse of Creation. These mixedmedia prints question what drives us to create and explores how art is inspired by the natural world. The exhibit opens Friday, August 3.

BEND SENIOR CENTER 1600 SE Reed Market Rd. Bend Senior Center is showing rotating Muse of Creation by Milly Dole works by the 100+ members of the SageBrushers Art Society. Included are beautiful paintings in acrylic, oil and watercolor as well as outstanding photography. Showing through August.

DEWILDE ART & GLASS 321 SW Powerhouse 541-419-3337 • Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm Handmade stained glass windows, doors and hanging works of art.

HIGH DESERT MUSEUM 59800 S Hwy. 97 541-382-4754 highdesertmuseum.org In the early 1900s, pioneers arrived in the High Desert by the hundreds, drawn by the promise of free land. They didn't expect to abandon their homes within ten years. See imagery of their Photo courtesy of High Desert Museum decaying homesteads, vanished town sites and more in the new exhibit High Desert Dreams: The Lost Homesteads of the Fort Rock Basin. The exhibit shares the beautiful black-and-white photography of Rich Bergeman

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from the Fort Rock area of Eastern Oregon. It's on now through October 14.

The current exhibit showcasing the dynamic history, evolution and culture of climbing and mountaineering in the West, Ascent: Climbing Explored tells the story of how technology pushed the sport to new heights over several decades, explores the geology of the High Desert region and shares the vibrant culture climbers cultivated along the way.

The exhibition takes an incredible journey back in time, tracing modern-day climbing to its early mountaineering roots, when people began exploring peaks in pursuit of scientific discovery. It explores the rise in mountaineering expeditions that followed as people began to climb for the sheer joy of it and the development of rock climbing. Along the way, it highlights technical advances from evolving shoe styles to the advent and improvement of safety gear.

Ascent is an informative, interactive exhibition that has something for all ages. Visitors will not only learn about the history of climbing, but will explore artifacts from different time periods, get a unique look inside the sport’s unique culture and test their skills with ropes and knots. Exhibition runs through September 3.

RODES-SMITHEY STUDIO 19007 Innes Market Rd. 541-280-5635 • rodes-smithey.com Showing mixed media, paintings, metalwork and sculpture from Randy and Holly Smithey.

SAGEBRUSHERS 117 SW Roosevelt Ave. 541-617-0900 • sagebrushersartofbend.com SageBrushers Art Society presents their All Member Exhibit July 6-August 31. Come see this display of talent by community artists. The SageBrushers gallery is open Wednesday and Friday, 1-4 pm.

ST. CHARLES MEDICAL CENTER 2500 NE Neff Rd. 541-382-4321 • scmc.org • ksbashore@msn.com Rotating local artists.

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2018-19 Live at the Tower Season Line Up

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New Chinese Acrobats, photos courtesy of Tower Theatre

he nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation is excited to announce the 2018-19 Live at the Tower Season and its spectrum of entertainment opportunities. Shows range from a Tijuana Brass legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers; to Mexican Mariachis and South African Gospel; to live exotic animals and a laser spectacular. Tower Theatre Executive Director, Ray Solley, told GO! Magazine, “The 2018-19 lineup is full. It is varied. We want people to come to the Tower several times this year, and we want them to have a wonderful experience every time they’re here!” Here is a taste of what’s on tap under the Tower Theatre’s marquee: In October the New Chinese Acrobats make their North American Premier featuring breathtaking traditional feats all infused with modern style. Then iconic trumpeter Herb Alpert and Lani Hall stop by to share songs and stories from their famed careers.

Next, enjoy intimate evenings with Rusted Root’s frontman Michael Glabicki and Dirk Miller followed by country music royalty, Carlene Carter.

Things get a little crazy when Wild Kingdom’s Peter Gros arrives with his cast of exotic animals just before the theatre transforms into a Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular.

The holidays light up with performances by the Vienna Boys Choir, David Benoit’s Christmas Tribute to Charlie Brown, Windham Hill’s 30th Anniversary of Winter Solstice, and Storm Large returns to help everyone survive the Holiday Ordeal.

Then enjoy the collective of Northwest musicians that is the Portland Cello Project. Performing with a full rhythm section, winds, brass, vocalists and a horde of cellos they’ll recreate Radiohead’s OK Computer from start to finish.

Next, is an evening with John Sebastian, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer who dominated charts with hits Welcome Back, Summer in the City, Daydream, and Do You Believe in Magic, to name a few.

Bringing their vocal play and a cappella wall of sound back to Bend is the charismatic and acclaimed Naturally 7. Also back by popular demand, Jose Hernandez and Mariachi Sol de

Mexico return with what Billboard Magazine labeled, “one of the most prolific Mariachis in the world…a versatile performing troupe.”

Then prepare to celebrate the soundtrack of your life with former Eagles lead guitarist, Don Felder.

It’ll be a night of favorites like Hotel California, One of These Nights, New Kid in Town and more.

Recycled Percussion will astonish the whole family with comedy, music, innovative staging, and brilliant drumming on buckets, power tools, and anything else they can get their sticks on.

Next, embark on a journey of Django Reinhardt-inspired gypsy jazz with the Hot Club of San Francisco and their Cinema Vivant.

But that’s not all! This was just a taste of what’s to come. For the full line up visit www.towertheatre. org, and keep an eye out for the season brochure to drop in The Bulletin August 2.

All tickets are on sale now. Membership, program information and individual and group tickets are available at the box office, by phone or online. Details on events are also at facebook. com/TheTowerTheatre.

835 NW Wall • 541-317-0700 • towertheatre.org

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Beat Beethoven’s 5th: 5k, 1-mile & Kids Race

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he fourth annual Beat Beethoven’s 5th is a family-fun event at COCC’s track.

The object of the race is for 5k runners to finish before Beethoven’s 5th Symphony ends. The song is 33 minutes long and the music is broadcast over loud speakers at the track.

Celebrate after the race with food and drinks, a costume contest, a great raffle and Beethoven himself will be running the 5k. Can’t do the 5k? Then the one mile walk around the track is perfect. Listen to Beethoven, enjoy the scenery and visit with friends.

What: Beat Beethoven’s 5th 5k, 1 mile & kids race When: August 25 at 9am Where: COCC track in Bend Why: To combine classical music & running to support the Central Oregon Symphony Photo by Lasala Images

beatbeethoven5k.com • beatbeethoven5k@cosymphony.com

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High Desert Chamber Music Announces 11th Season Schedule

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igh Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) announces the 2018-2019 11th season schedule. This year features Christopher O’Riley on September 28, Crown City String Quartet with special guest Donald Foster on December 1, Neave Trio on January 19, 2019, Oregon Guitar Quartet on February 14, 2019, and Michelle Kim on March 30, 2019. In addition to the HDCM Concert Series is an Annual Benefit Gala, which includes a performance featuring the Spotlight Chamber Players, dinner, and silent auction. Bob Shaw from the KTVZ Newschannel 21 Team, will be the emcee for the evening. This will be held on Saturday, November 10 at 6pm at Bend Golf & Country Club.

“We sought exciting new groups to maintain the momentum from our record breaking tenth anniversary season,” states HDCM Executive Director Isabelle Senger. “This year we will present a record number of groups making their debut in the HDCM Concert Series.”

The season opens in September with Steinway artist Christopher O’Riley, host of NPR’s From the Top, which is America’s largest national platform celebrating the stories, talents and character of young classically-trained musicians.

While in Bend, O’Riley will participate in a school presentation at Bend Senior High School.

HDCM’s resident group Crown City String Quartet will return this year with the addition of clarinetist Donald Foster. He is film composer John Williams’ principal clarinetist and has performed on numerous soundtracks, including the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises and the iconic clarinet solo from the film The Terminal.

The program will include two of the best-known clarinet quintets by Mozart and Brahms. This will be a rare opportunity to hear them both on the same program.

Critically acclaimed Neave Trio hails from Carlisle, Massachusetts, and will make a stop on their West Coast tour in January. This evening will include a special pre-concert lecture by

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Peter Van De Graaff, music director of Classical Oregon KWAX. The annual Valentine’s Day concert at the Tower Theatre focuses on romance with a presentation of the Oregon Guitar Quartet, an ensemble of four of the finest classical guitarists in the Pacific Northwest. Performers Mario Diaz, John Mery, Jesse McCann and Bryan Johanson have been performing together for a nearly a decade. Their eclectic mix of classical, jazz and standards will be a fitting program for our special holiday evening.

The season will conclude with a performance by internationally renowned violinist and New York Philharmonic Assistant Concertmaster, Michelle Kim. The following day, Kim will give HDCM’s fourth annual Master Class.

Presented in partnership with the Oregon branch of the American String Teachers Association (ATSA), the class is open to students from all over the state and participants are selected by audition through ASTA. This is an incredible opportunity for promising young musicians to learn from one of today’s most established and pedigreed performers.

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High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. Now in their eleventh season, HDCM presents an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts in Central Oregon, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. As the premier and leading chamber music organization in the region, HDCM offers an exciting roster of professional performing artists.

Tickets for all events are available beginning in August through HDCM online, by phone, or in person at their office in Downtown Bend. Season Ticket subscriptions include all events in the HDCM Concert Series, a ten percent discount, and seating in a reserved section. This offer expires on opening night of the season.

961 NW Brooks St. (Downtown Bend) 541-306-3988 highdesertchamberusic.com

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Sisters Folk Festival Announces Final Artist Lineup

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The artists booked this year bring diverse styles and genres, stretching the boundaries of both Americana and roots music. The initial announcement in March included artists and songwriters Justin Townes Earle and Dar Williams; Robbie Fulks; Joe Purdy; and Portland-based songsmith Haley Heynderickx. Diverse and entertaining bands included Amy Helm; The Dustbowl Revival; Hot Club of Cowtown; and The Lil Smokies; Toronto-based Afro-Cuban band Battle of Santiago; genre-bending Gangstagrass; outrageously talented Hawaiian swing band Kahulanui; and Phoebe Hunt & the Gatherers, led by fiddler and singer-songwriter Phoebe Hunt, among the 48 different artists booked.

Since then the Festival has added exceptional artists to round-out the lineup, with luminary bluegrass group Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley; award-winning Scottish band Talisk; guitarist and soul-singing Ron Artis II & The Truth; the multi-instrumental and insightful Susan Werner; the wildly entertaining and eclectic The Stash! Band, led by guitarist Stash Wyslouch; songwriters Anna Tivel, Amber Rubarth and Erin Cole-Baker; and The Weather Machine, led by local hero Slater Smith.

A new element to the 2018 Sisters Folk Festival schedule is the addition of multiple songwriters-in-the-round on Friday night at three beautiful, intimate venues. “With the attendance of great songwriters teaching at the Americana Song Academy, and our tradition of showcasing great writing, we want to share the work of these writers to provide an opportunity for our patrons to see multiple artists on the first night. Folks can then attend additional shows throughout the weekend when these artists play full sets,” says Brad Tisdel, creative director of Sisters Folk Festival.

The Sisters Folk Festival will host the sixteenth annual Americana Song Academy at Caldera, September 4-7, which has become a pilgrimage for songwriters to learn from the pros and build community through music.

Teaching artists for 2018 include: Dar Williams, Joe Purdy, James Hill, Susan Werner, Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley, The Accidentals, Amber Rubarth, Phoebe Hunt, Kaia Kater and many more. The energy and creativity produced at the Academy brings special collaborations and musical excellence to the Festival.

The Academy is sold out for this year, and registration for the 2019 Academy will open in late 2018.

The Festival will also feature alumni of the Americana Project, the educational outreach program of Sisters Folk Festival, at the Fir Street Park Stage on Saturday, September 8. Artists confirmed are Kentucky songwriter and banjo-player Melody Youngblood; the Michalis Patterson Trio; Brother, led by recent Sisters High School graduate and Americana Project alum Megan Ellsworth; and Bend-based Watkins Glen, with Sisters resident Benji Nagel playing dobro and guitar. These home-grown musicians bring exciting material to perform and will share the free community stage with Festival artists.

Tickets are selling rapidly and advance sales will end August 31. For tickets, artist information, and the complete lineup, please visit sistersfolkfestival.org.

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Bernstein Celebration Brings Musical Stars to Sunriver Music Festival

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unriver Music Festival’s 41st season has an impressive lineup of soloists that are coming to Central Oregon to honor America’s preeminent composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. The Festival, running August 10-22 in Sunriver and Bend, is joining orchestras around the nation in celebrating the 100th birthday of Bernstein.

Stephen Seifert - Mountain Dulcimer Master Stephen is one of the most unique artists this season to grace the festival stage. He teaches and performs with orchestras around the country and will be featured at the Sunriver Music Festival in the Blackberry Winter dulcimer concerto on Wednesday, August 15 at the Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall.

Benjamin Lulich - Clarinetist Benjamin Lulich is Principal Clarinet of the Seattle Symphony and of the Sunriver Music Festival. He has also held positions in many orchestras throughout Stephen Seifert the country and performs with the Hollywood Studio Orchestra on numerous films. Benjamin will be the featured soloist in the Mozart Clarinet Concerto in A major on Sunday, August 12 at the Sunriver Resort’s Great Hall.

Drew Petersen - Pianist Drew Petersen is the winner of the 2017 American Pianists Awards and the Christel DeHaan Fellowship of the American Pianists Association. Drew was a prizewinner in the Leeds International Piano Competition, the Hilton Head International Piano Competition, Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Competition and the New York Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition. Drew will be the featured soloist in Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue on Friday, August 10 at the Tower Theatre.

Kenny Broberg - Pianist The first musician in his family, Broberg won the silver medal at the 15th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2017. As a Cliburn medalist he has completed a recital tour in Hawaii, and returned to his alma mater, the University of Houston, for its annual Texas Music Festival. Kenny will be the featured soloist in the Mozart Piano Concerto in G major on Wednesday, August 22 and he will be the solo performer in the Solo Piano Concert on Sunday, August 19.

Internation Vocal Soloists Hannah Penn Four outstanding singers will bring vocal magic to the Festival’s Pops Concert, Friday, August 17, in Bend. They will perform stage songs with symphonic dances from these Bernstein Classics.

Soprano Courtney Huffman is recognized as a captivating and inspiring artist and has performed worldwide including a special tour of South China.

She has sung with the Long Beach Opera, the Center of Contemporary Opera in Avignon (France), the Center for Contemporary Opera, Intimate Opera Company, Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra and the Aspen Opera Theater.

Mezzo-Soprano Hannah Penn enjoys a diverse career as a performer of opera,

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oratorio and recital literature. She has sung more than twenty operatic roles with Glimmerglass Opera, Florida Grand Opera, Portland Opera, Tacoma Opera and other companies.

Tenor David Gustafson is internationally recognized for his robust, expressive voice. A frequent oratorio singer, Gustafson has sung numerous masses. In addition, he sang the world premiere, presented by Eugene Symphony, of Robert Kyr’s Symphony No. 9 as well as its European premiere, in Denmark.

Baritone Zachary Lennox has received rave reviews for his "…broad, resonant baritone that is exquisitely controlled throughout his entire range." Zachary has performed leading roles across North America. He has performed with the Portland Opera, Cascade Chamber Opera, and Tacoma Opera.

The Sunriver Music Festival 2018 summer concert schedule is as follows: Classical Concert I - Friday August 10 - Tower Theatre in downtown Bend Featuring American Pianist Association 2017 Winner Drew Petersen, piano Benjamin Lulich A beautiful portrait of New York City in a new work by contemporary composer Richard Danielpour and timeless favorites from George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein.

Classical Concert II - Sunday, August 12 - Sunriver Resort Great Hall Featuring Benjamin Lulich, clarinet Showcasing classical powerhouse pieces by Beethoven, Mozart and Schumann.

Classical Concert III - Wednesday, August 15 - Sunriver Resort Great Hall Featuring Stephen Seifert, mountain dulcimer Distinctive sounds of American landscape and grandeur plus Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony.

Pops Concert - Friday, August 17, Bend Church of the Nazarene Featuring Courtney Huffman, soprano; Hannah Penn, mezzo-soprano; David Gustafson, tenor; Zachary Lenox, baritone A Bernstein Celebration with Lenny’s beloved stage songs and symphonic dances.

Solo Piano Concert - Sunday, August 19 - Sunriver Resort Great Hall Featuring 2017 Van Cliburn Winner Kenny Broberg, piano “Discover the Symphony” Concert – Monday, August 20 – Sunriver Resort Great Hall A one-hour educational and entertaining concert presenting orchestral music in a fun and informal setting. For kids of all ages!

Classical Concert IV - Wednesday, August 22 - Sunriver Resort Great Hall Featuring 2017 Van Cliburn Winner Kenny Broberg, piano A beautiful evening of keyboard music to Kenny Broberg, photos courtesy of SMF close out this celebratory season.

Tickets are now on sale for the season. To purchase tickets visit the Festival website sunrivermusic.org or 541-593-9310.

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Central Oregon Symphony Announces 2018-2019 Season

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he 2018-2019 Central Oregon Symphony (COS) season, in the words of conductor, Michael Gesme, “is a collage of tried-and-true, brand new and fantastic guest artists.” The major work in each concert is a ‘place related’ composition, including Schumann’s Third Symphony Rhenish, an artistic tip of the cap to the Rhine Valley where the work was penned, Tchaikovsky’s Second Symphony Little Russian, a reference to folk songs from a region of Russia (now Ukraine) where the composer visited in 1872, and the Malheur Symphony honoring the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Harney County, Oregon, by Bend-based composer, Christopher Thomas.

This last work, Malheur Symphony, is a newly commissioned five-movement work inspired by the beauty and grandeur of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge near Burns, Oregon. Audio clips of birdsongs and other recently recorded natural sounds from the refuge, along with a few selected images, will intermingle with the music performed by the orchestra.

Performing the Elgar Cello Concerto with the COS will be guest artist, Cecilia Tsan, whom the Los Angeles Times proclaims is a musician with “uncompromising musical character and a towering technique.” Featured guest artists for the spring concert include soprano Jocelyn Thomas (“Staggeringly brilliant . . . truly magic in the air” The Source) and Zachary Lenox (“A broad, resonant baritone that is exquisitely controlled thought his entire range” The Boston Musical Intelligencer), performing works by Mozart, Mahler and Donizetti.

The season will also feature performances by the winners of our annual Young Artist Competition, the Virginia Riggs Children’s Concert, and numerous chamber music concerts throughout Central Oregon as a part of our Music in Public Places (MIPP) series.

For additional details about the season as well as information about the Central Oregon Symphony, the Central Oregon Symphony Association’s involvement in the community, and membership opportunities, please visit the symphony website.

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Big Sam’s Funky Nation at Volcanic Theatre August 8 at 9pm

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hen you think of New Orleans, the city’s foremost flambeaux-lit traditions of Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street, voodoo, Po’ boys, beads, gumbo and second line undoubtedly come to mind. You can also count Big Sam’s Funky Nation amongst those NOLA treasures.

Known for a boisterous blend of funk, jazz, rock, and hip-hop, nothing short of seismic live “experiences,” and a whole lot of Southern charm, Big Sam’s Funky Nation might very well be The Big Photo courtesy of Parallel 44 Easy’s best kept secret.

No other place could birth such an undeniable, unpredictable, and downright unique collective.

The frontman personally draws on over two decades in the game, spanning everything from 300 shows per year during his days in Dirty Dozen Brass Band and gigs backing up Widespread Panic and Dave Matthews Band to recording and touring with Allen Toussaint and Elvis Costello. Additionally, he would be sought out for a recurring role on the critically acclaimed HBO series Treme.

Following the release of 2014’s rock-leaning Evolution (and yet another marathon of gigs), Big Sam wanted to “bring the funk like never before.” So, he decided to “write originals that show how cats like Morris Day & The Time, The Gap Band, P-Funk, inspired [him]—while not just repeating the past.” The group accomplish this mission on their aptly titled 2018 sixth full-length Songs in the Key of Funk, Volume 1. Spending just five days at The Parlor Recording Studio in New Orleans, Big Sam’s Funky Nation emerged from the studio with an album tailormade for singing, dancing, and of course, partying.

“We’re going to keep the funk alive,” he affirms. “This is just Volume 1. It’s just the beginning.

"Stevie Wonder made one of my favorites: Songs in the Key of Life. I thought it would be hip to build on the title. Funk is life for me. Funk is everything. We all need some of it in our lives, so guess who’s here to give it to you?”

Funk is served up piping hot on the first single Poke Chop. On the track, a simmering beat punctuated by seventies-style synths gives way to lively horns, handclaps, and howls. Merging bounce energy and jazz virtuosity, the call-and-response culminates on Big Sam chanting a hometown phrase, “Show me what you got for a poke chop.”

Nobody’s Sad on a Saturday Night Especially when Uncle Kracker is hosting the party!

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aturday, September 1 at 8pm the Tower Theatre Foundation is hosting an end of summer party featuring Uncle Kracker. Come celebrate with the platinum selling rock-rap-country-pop artist known for hits When the Sun Goes Down, Smile, In A Little While and Drift Away...to name a few. It’ll be a high energy evening and the first few rows of the theatre will be removed for dancing because no matter what he does or where he goes, Uncle Kracker adheres to a simple, timeless philosophy.

This performance is presented by the Tower Theatre Foundation. Tickets are on sale now. Membership, program information and individual and group tickets are available at the box office, by phone or online. Details on events are also at facebook.com/TheTowerTheatre.

The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation owns and operates the historic stage in downtown Bend. The Foundation’s mission is to be the leading performing arts organization, providing cultural and education programs that make an essential contribution to Central Oregon’s lifestyle and strengthen the community.

“I really subscribe to this mindset of just having fun,” he Photo courtesy of Tower Theatre affirms. “That’s what it’s always about. It’s the train that I’m forever on. The way I feel is if I’m enjoying it, it’s really worth doing.” And his live show continues to grow with every tour. “It’s very interactive,” he Uncle Kracker End of Summer Party says. “It’s meant to be a party, and I want everybody involved. Each time we Saturday, September 1 at 8pm go on stage, I want people to leave smiling.” Come dance, sing, smile and Tickets: General Admission $55 (plus $3 preservation fee) celebrate the summer with us in style.

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High Desert Chamber Music Awarded Grants

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igh Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) has been awarded a grant from the Chambers Family Foundation in the amount of $4,000 to professionally record HDCM Concert Series live performances for broadcast on KWAX Classical Oregon’s program KWAX Presents!, which airs concerts performed throughout the state. Broadcast reaches an estimated 40,000 listeners weekly and transmits locally on 98.9 in Bend, 90.9 in Sunriver and 88.5 in Redmond. The Chambers Family Foundation was established in 1999 in Eugene to build stronger communities through support of the arts, education and human needs.

High Desert Chamber Music has also received a grant from the Fournier Family Foundation in the amount of $1,000 for presentation of their Concert Series.

This Bend-based private foundation provides grants to organizations in support of community.

Additionally, HDCM was awarded a grant from the Roundhouse Foundation in the amount of $500 toward Educational Outreach. The Roundhouse Foundation funds projects in arts, environment, social services, education and community leadership in Central and rural Oregon. This season, they will present internationally renowned pianist and Steinway Artist Christopher O’Riley at Bend Senior High School for a presentation and Q&A. It is through events like these that HDCM hopes to expose children to the highest levels of music performance and cultivate an interest that can lead to a lifelong appreciation and enjoyment of the performing arts.

“We are continually honored to be awarded grants from such notable foundations that allow us to expand our reach and move forward with our mission,” states Executive Director Isabelle Senger. "We work hard to present inclusive events of the highest caliber, and take pride in being a local organization presenting a national level of excellence.”

High Desert Chamber Music’s mission is to bring world class chamber music and musicians to Central Oregon. They present an acclaimed series of classical chamber music concerts, ranging from piano duos to string sextets. They are proud to be a local organization presenting a national level of excellence. Tickets and more information are available by phone or online through www.highdesertchambermusic.com.

Ripe at The Commons

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arallel 44 Presents Ripe at The Commons on Thursday, August 30.

We can’t wait to turn Bend on to these Boston based gents who play music your body won’t stop moving to. This show is free and all ages and starts at 7pm.

On a primal level, Ripe reacts to music through movement. A head-nod, a foot-tap or a handclap certainly shows appreciation, but dancing seals the eternal bond between audience and musician. Siphoning the spirits of rock, funk, R&B, jazz and pop through a kaleidoscope of unpredictable and virtuosic improvisation, Boston-based seven-piece Ripe consistently brings people to their feet. Most importantly, they prove that “dance music” in its purest form doesn’t have to come from computers and synthesizers. It can be an unstoppable groove or an extended moment of ecstatic release. Like those bodies moving on the floor, it’s the result of the energy, friction and communication between living and breathing people.

An inimitable and indefinable chemistry has separated and singled out Ripe since day one. Subverting any and all standard genre boundaries once again, their latest offering confidently continues that tradition. These seven musical soulmates — Robbie Wulfsohn (vocals), Tory Geismar (guitar), Jon Becker (guitar), Sampson Hellerman (drums), Josh Shpak (trumpet), Calvin Barthel (trombone) and Nadav Shapira (bass) — once again incite listeners to move on their independent full-length debut, Joy In The Wild Unknown.

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BEAT the Heat this Summer with Theatre

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id you know that participating in a theatre program helps kids develop their memorization skills? Or that students who take theatre classes statistically perform better on their SATs and have better attendance records at school?

Or that young people who study and attend live theatre have been documented to develop a greater sense of empathy for their fellow humans? Studies continue to show that children who participate in theatre are also four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement in math and reading. The benefits of the skills learned in these programs are consistent regardless of background... and even students with frustrating learning challenges find that they thrive in the very unique and encouraging environment of theatre.

And most importantly... did you know that theatre is a FUN and JOYFUL way to spend the last of these hot summer days?

At BEAT Children's Theatre there are so many amazing summer program opportunities in August, all aimed at giving young people a super fun summer vacation full of creativity and imagination, while focusing on helping them further develop themselves as human beings. From BEAT the Heat classes in August to Weekend Voice Acting and Improv workshops, there are hundreds of hours of summer theatre adventures to be had.

Executive Director Bree Beal says, “every summer at BEAT we are thrilled to watch hundreds of amazing students conquer Shakespeare, musical theatre, movement, improv, set painting... whatever fires their creative passions. We love watching them discover all their exciting skills and talents and surprising themselves with what they are capable of accomplishing.”

Maybe you know a young person who loves to dance and sing, or who makes up the most entertaining characters and scenes all day, or who creates and solves mysteries, or who grabs a paint brush and brings to life whole new worlds... theatre might be the adventure for them this summer. Their experience might just carry with them for the rest of their lives.

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embers of our local community theater troupe, The Sunriver Stars, are ready to shine. Victoria Kristy, the artistic director for the organization, announces the upcoming 2018/2019 season and is hoping you will be in the audience for all four shows.

The season opener will be a ‘wow’ production of the musical Oliver. Directed by Kristy, the show will feature 47 local child and adult actors telling the story penned by Charles Dickens of the orphan boy searching for more. Kristy has recruited Sharon Sackett as musical director, Leslie Koellermeier and Rich Mundy as choreographers, Jami Hill Miller as stage manager, Tom Hansen as light tech and Joe Bettis will work his magic with the sound.

Lynette Confer and Kate Shirley will coordinate graphics and text and Rickie Gunn has taken on the immense coordination of costuming 47 actors dressed in Victorian style on a two level set designed by Doug Griffin.The show promises to be a crowd-pleaser reminiscent of last year’s Secret Garden.

Auditions for ensemble roles will be held August 16 in Room 208 above Village Properties in the Sunriver business district from 6 to 8pm. Show dates are October 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27.

All of the SSCT shows will be presented on stage at The DOOR in the Sunriver Business Park. Catch a star! Please go to sunriverstars.org for tickets and information on show dates and audition times.

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New Summer Series, Theater in the Park, Debuts with Jesus Christ Superstar

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ejaski Choreography and Lay It Out Events present a global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for over 40 years, Jesus Christ Superstar in Drake Park for one weekend only on August 24 and 25.

The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Chosen to direct and choreograph the show is Bend’s own, Michelle Mejaski. Although this is her directorial debut, Mejaski has been a professional choreographer and dancer in Bend for the past 20 years.

According to Mejaski, “From the moment I saw Ted Neeley in the movie, Jesus Christ Superstar, I knew I wanted to be a part of this amazing, captivating, beautiful show. As a child, hearing the opening chords of the overture, to feeling the intensity of Simon’s song and feeling the raw emotion in Mary’s voice, I was filled with an indescribable energy. I have carried that energy to this day and it fills me up with excitement and anticipation. I am overjoyed to be directing and choreographing this ground-breaking musical.” Vocal direction will be by Central Oregon master singer and COCC vocal instructor, Trish Sewell. Company Grand, joined by pianist, Gaylynn Wright, will be the power house band backing this show.

Park admission will open, along with beer and food tents at 6pm with the show time at 7pm. All ticket sales including VIP packages are on sale now through bendticket.com. theaterbend.com

Save the Date for 21st Annual Comedy For Kids’ Sake Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon

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ave the date! On Friday, October 26, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon (BBBSCO), a program of J Bar J Youth Services, will host the 21st Annual Comedy For Kids’ Sake fundraiser at the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend.

This red carpet event, hosted by CW Star for Central Oregon and radio personality, Tracee Tuesday, will include two hysterical comedians, a live and silent auction, appetizers and beverages. Funds raised goes towards matching children in our community in long-term, safe mentoring relationships.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon depends on events like Comedy For Kids’ Sake to bring in critical funding. BBBSCO serves over 300 children throughout our community and are hoping to raise over $100,000 at this year’s event. bbbsco.org

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LITERARY

Local PEO Chapter GC features Fisher of Men by Terry Cross Author talk serves as a fundraiser for women’s scholarships

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hether fishing, spear-fishing, free-diving, scuba diving, body surfing or board surfing, author Terry Cross has been on, in or near the water most of his life. He worked two seasons on the Cat as a commercial abalone diver and helped put himself through nursing school teaching basic scuba as a NAUI/PADI instructor.

Fisher of Men, his first novel, is a page-turner mystery based upon these decades of oceanic adventures. Bend-based PEO Chapter GC, a nonprofit organization that funds scholarships for women, is hosting an author talk featuring Cross on Saturday, August 25, from 1-3pm, at the Bend Senior Center (1600 Reed Market Road, Bend). Tickets are available for $15 each in advance at buytickets.at/peo/172171, and at the door (cash only).

This engrossing story takes place around San Clemente Island in southern California. To survive the twists and turns of the plot, the protagonists are required to know the sea, its inhabitants and have faith along the way. PEO Chapter GC invites mystery fans and ocean lovers to spend an afternoon with Cross, and hear what led to his creation of Fisher of Men. One PEO member, who just finished the book, comments, “Be prepared to lose some sleep as you devour Fisher of Men, as you will not be able to put it down. The events all seemed so real, I wondered if the book was fiction or factual.” At the event, drinks and refreshments will be provided, and copies of the book will be available for purchase for $15. To purchase the book in advance, in paperback or on Kindle, please go to www. amazon.com/Fisher-Men-Terry-Cross.

A former nurse and scuba diver, Terry holds a bachelor’s degree in biology. He met his wife of 34 years in a church choir, and he and Judy Ann still lead singing on Sundays. They are also heavily involved in developing the Morro Bay Maritime Museum. Terry’s other interests include writing music and bird watching. Fisher of Men is Terry’s first novel. It drinks deeply from his real-life experiences and was written to share his thanksgiving for having lived them.

PEO is a philanthropic women’s organization that helps support women in advancing their careers by providing scholarships for women. To learn more about PEO and or to become a member please go to www.peointernational.org.

Conspiracy Theories: Declassified Truth vs. Tales

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end resident, Brian Dunning, author of Conspiracy Theories: Declassified, will read from his newest book Sunday, August 5 at 3pm at Roundabout Books, 900 NW Mt. Washington Dr., Suite 110 in Bend.

What’s fact? What’s fiction? With conspiracy theories, it’s hard to get to the truth. Conspiracies, published by Adam’s Media, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, is a collection of the wildest conspiracies to ever exist: from government coverups to mind control experiments to lizard people, this book explores, debunks — and sometimes proves — the secret stories that don’t quite make it into the history books.

In Conspiracies Declassified, author and expert skeptic Brian Dunning, host of Skeptoid Media’s weekly podcasts, explains 50 true stories of famous conspiracies throughout history.

From the moon landing hoax, Area 51, to government oppression, to chemtrails, to suspicious deaths, to the mind control dangers of fluoride, Dunning sorts the truth from

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the lies to tell you what really happened. Dunning goes into sufficient detail about each conspiracy theory to give you a sense of the opinions behind the theory and why those thoughts aren’t supported by the evidence. Each piece is easily understood and explained in only four to five pages.

Brian Dunning is a science writer and the current host and producer of the podcast Skeptoid: Critical Analysis of Pop Phenomena (Skeptoid.com). He has lectured on conspiracy theories at universities nationwide and in Germany and Australia, including an annual appearance at a national security course at American University in Washington DC. He has appeared on numerous radio shows and television documentaries, and also hosts the science video series inFact with Brian Dunning. He is a member of the National Association of Science Writers.

Conspiracies Declassified is available at Roundabout Books, Barnes & Noble, plus online.

CUISINE

INGREDIENTS (Underlined items can be found at our Savory Spice shop.) · 6 hard-boiled eggs, shelled · 1 to 2 tsp. choice of paprika-based · 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise seasoning like: · 1 Tbsp. Hot Pepper Vinegar · Cape Hatteras Smoky Gazpacho, photo courtesy of Savory Spice Barbecue Sauce Seafood Rub · ¼ tsp. Salt & Pepper Tableside · Table Mt. All-Purpose Seasoning Seasoning · Homestead Seasoning · 1 tsp. Freeze Dried Chives, plus more · Old Market All-Purpose Seasoning was fortunate to spend some time living in Granada, it in a number of different ways to keep the flavors fun for garnish

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Spain during college and one summer dish that reminds me of hot days in Southern Spain is a nice refreshing Gazpacho.

DIRECTIONS Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Scoop out yolks and mix them with mayo, Hot Pepper Vinegar Barbecue Sauce, Salt & recipe PepperisTableside, and Fillofegg A Gazpacho a great way to chives. make use a number of diff erent fresh summer vegetables, it pairs white halves with the yolk mixture. Sprinkle with seasoning of choice and more well with backyard BBQ or it makes a great shared dish chives for garnish. for summer potlucks. It also does not require standing YIELD 1 dozen

over a hot stove, grill or oven as all you really need is a blender. There are many recipes online but the great thing about Gazpacho is you can mix and match vegetables depending on what you have available and you can spice

and varied. One of my favorite spices for Gazpacho is our Coastal California Fennel Pollen Rub for a fresh Italian twist or our Peruvian Chile Lime Seasoning for a South American version.

So, blend up your veggies, get yourself a nice baguette from a local bakery, grab a beer, a glass of white wine or any other beverage and commence with a cool and satisfying summer meal.

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PLAN TO ATTEND! AUGUST 10, 11 & 12 2018 IN THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE AT SUNRIVER

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SUNRIVER EXHIBITS Artists' Gallery Sunriver 57100 Beaver Dr. Bldg 19 541-593-4382 • artistsgallerysunriver.com Artists’ Gallery Sunriver features four artists during the month of August: Karla Proud, Carolyn Waissman, Bonnie Junnell and Mary Moore.

Jewelry artist Karla Proud is featuring Natural Plush Jewelry by Karla Proud Oregon Sunstones. Photographer Carolyn Waissman explores the subject “The Beauty of Hands- Working Hands- Creating Hands-Loving Hands.” Painter Bonnie Junell has added even more of her beautiful landscapes – each featuring a familiar area. Ceramic artist Mary Moore utilizes a technique called “Sgraffito” to make her ceramic figures come alive. The technique utilizes an underglaze on certain sections of the piece that has been “carved” away to create wonderful patterns. Artists will be at the Second Saturday Meet the Artists reception on August 11 from 4-7pm.

Sunriver Public Library Mary will exhibit some of her work at the Sunriver Public Library during the month of August. She also shows her hand woven items at the Artist’s Gallery in Sunriver. Included in her displays are wall hangings, table runners, rugs, felt purses and little decorative pot shapes reminding us of Santa Fe and Indian pottery. The colors she uses are deep and strong: oranges, dark browns, turquoise, yellows, maroons and blues. No pastels in this lot!

Along with her weaving, Mary has also been to Guatemala six times with Habitat for Humanity. She was a part of a school program which funds students who might otherwise drop out after the sixth grade. From her experiences in Guatemala, you can see another reason for her love of color and design.

Mary has been a weaver for thirty years. Currently, she has four looms in her home.

Before weaving caught her fancy, she did embroidery, knitting, sewing and quilting.

But weaving won her over.

Sunriver Resort Lodge - Betty Gray Gallery 17600 Center Dr. 503-780-2828 • billyeturner@bendnet.com Sunriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery shows the artwork of JM Brodrick, Kelly and Charlie Thiel and artists of the 12” x 12” Exhibit in the upper gallery and Marjorie Wood Hamlin in the lower gallery. The resort invites the public to a complimentary reception Rimrock in Spring by on Friday, August 17 from 5-7pm.

Tamara Stephas JM Brodrick’s paintings expertly vary from the beauty of old growth forest, to city streets, to the majesty of horses, and to expert portraiture of children and nudes.

Also displayed are 28 paintings by artists of the 12”x 12” Exhibit featuring small works. Artists include: Kristine Cooper, Janice Druian, Sheila Dunn, Francie Gannon, David Kinker, Michelle Lindblom, Lisa Marie Sipe, Barbara Slater, Jeanette Small, Tamara Stephas and Kelly Theil.

The Wooden Jewel 57100 Beaver Dr. 541-593-4151 • thewoodenjewel.com • info@thewoodenjewel.com Resident artist Michael Bryant is a gifted sculptor with a long list of accolades. He carves wildlife, people and places from one solid pieces of fine wood. Michael does not use models or pictures only his personal vision from deep within.

By incorporating innovative materials with her exceptional design sense, Sarah Graham creates jewelry that is unlike anything else: organic, textural, with a muted palette that is subtly feminine, yet substantial, unique, yet universal in its appeal.

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Because the gallery is open every day from 10am to 8pm, any day is great, but on Saturday, August 11 from 4-7pm summer fun is enhanced with beer, wine and great food. Visitors can hang out with the artists and enjoy this month’s featured artists.

Jewelry artist Karla Proud is featuring Natural Plush Oregon Sunstones.

Nature provides a beautiful array of colors — from pinks and peaches to fiery reds- but none so bright as the golden stones called “Champagne”. Enjoy the sparkle of these all-natural stones that hail from Oregon’s high desert in Eastern Oregon. This special and rare gem (found only in Oregon) is what enticed the artist to move from Hawaii to Oregon 13 years ago. “I will never get over the thrill of actually digging these gems from the earth…being the first person on earth to see such a find” says Proud. This thrill continues to fire my passion for gemstones, minerals and the creation of fine jewelry designs.

Photographer Carolyn Waissman explores the subject “The Beauty of Hands- Working Hands- Creating Hands-Loving Hands.” The artist’s inspiration was generated by watching her grandmother’s hands as she taught the young artist to sew, cook and garden. “My grandmother’s old hands had

such beauty in my eyes, even though she could never appreciate it.” Waissman’s love of photography provides a perfect medium for this subject.

Painter Bonnie Junell has added even more of her beautiful landscapes – each featuring a familiar area. Her paintings of wildflowers and poppies burst from the canvas. Junell uses both brushes and her favorite large palette knife to create a buildup of paint further enhancing her creation of depth. The artist’s latest paintings have been created on wood panels (as opposed to canvas). The wood adds something special to both the painting and the presentation of the frame. Junell’s Paint and Sip classes are as popular as ever.

Ceramic artist Mary Moore utilizes a technique called “Sgraffito” to make her ceramic figures come alive. The technique utilizes an underglaze on certain sections of the piece that has been “carved” away to create wonderful patterns.

Moore’s pieces range in size from the smallest called “Mud Babies” to medium called “Whispers” to the largest sculptures which explore different aspects of human nature. The figures can reflect a different place in time and a sense of whimsy and grace.

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Sunriver Art Fair, Where Art Shines Bright

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unriver Art Fair provides you with a dramatic outdoor gallery where you can enjoy outstanding art in a relaxed, scenic setting. Join art lovers, collectors and browsers Friday, August 10 and Saturday August 11, 9:30am-6pm, and Sunday, August 12 from 9:30am-4pm.

“Artists really enjoy our fair and look forward meeting and mixing with visitors and volunteers,” states Kathleen Turner Meyer, event chairperson. “The range and quality of art we are able to present is simply astounding.”

It all takes place in the beautiful Village at Sunriver where 75 artists Become a subscriber to Central Oregon’s will display and sell their fine arts. The work is juried from artist magazine devoted entirely to the arts. applications, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, sculpture, textiles, woodworking and mixed media. There is a mix of O R E G O N ’ S O N L Y A R T S M A G A Z I N E S I N C E 1 9 9 5 styles to meet a range of personal tastes and budgets. You may find the perfect painting or pick up small gift items for family and friends such as this year’s commemorative poster which features work by photographer Holly Fischer.

There will be live professional entertainment all three days, ranging from Hawaiian to bluegrass to swing. Special events include a Saturday night street dance in the Village, featuring crowd favorite, JuJu Eyeball, a rockin’ Beatles _____ Cascade A&E $25 (Out of Area $30) tribute band. _____ Cascade Business News $35 (Out of Area $40) An art center set up especially for children lets young artists try out their skills and makes it possible for the whole family to experience the Fair. A _____ Get both for only $50 (Out of Area $60) variety of tasty food items are available for purchase at the Sunriver Village restaurants and shops.

NAME: “Many people do not know that our Art Fair has a greater philanthropic ADDRESS: purpose. As the largest fundraiser for the Sunriver Women’s Club, our net CITY: proceeds go directly to local nonprofits helping children and families,” explains PHONE: EMAIL: Meyer. “We are extremely proud of the positive impact our efforts have had in the larger community.”

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unriver Resort Lodge Betty Gray Gallery shows the artwork of JM Brodrick, Kelly and Charlie Thiel and artists of the 12” x 12” Exhibit in the upper gallery and Marjorie Wood Hamlin in the lower gallery. The resort invites the public to a complimentary reception on Friday, August 17 from 5-7pm.

Sunrise at the Ranch by Janice Druian

JM Brodrick’s paintings expertly vary from the beauty of old growth forest, to city streets, to the majesty of horses, and to expert portraiture of children and nudes. In her current series at Sunriver, she features scenes of noted cities -— London with the River Thames, a bridge at the Edo Palace, Tokyo and Portland (Portlandia). These oil on linen works feature a light fog or mist which softens the images and invites a sense of quiet, calm. She comments “I am a painter working toward merging my need for realism with the beauty of pure abstract.” Her current series skillfully reflects this intent.

Juried exhibitions and awards evidence her expertise: The Art of the Horse, Collector’s Focus, American Art Collector magazine, May 2018 (& 2017); American Woman Painters Juried Exhibition, Bennington, Vermont, 2016; Best of America, National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society, 2016, and others. Her art appears in collections including Atlantic Richfield Corporation, the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Washington D.C. and the state of Alaska.

Also displayed are 28 paintings by artists of the 12”x 12” Exhibit featuring small works. Artists include: Kristine Cooper, Janice Druian, Sheila Dunn, Francie Gannon, David Kinker, Michelle Lindblom, Lisa Marie Sipe, Barbara Slater, Jeanette Small, Tamara Stephas and Kelly Theil. Janice Druian’s Sunrise at the Ranch in the 12” x 12” Exhibit reflects a 180 degree view of Smith Rock and big sky from her home on a remote edge of the Deschutes River Canyon. From this high desert vista, the artist notes her attraction to the “haunting beauty of nocturnes…those twilight images when the setting sun illumines the beauty of the uncluttered west.”

The Waving of Winds by Lisa Marie Sipe

Druian’s award winning oils appeared in an esteemed exhibit of the Arizona Mountain Oyster Club and also juried competitions, Yosemite Renaissance at the Yosemite National Park Museum and, Cowgirl Up, the Other Half of the West, at the Desert Caballeros Museum, Wickenburg, Arizona.

Lisa Marie Sipe also joins the featured 12” x 12” artists. She states that John Muir’s description of wind during a storm from his book, The Mountains of California, inspired her engaging abstract series, The Waving of Winds.

The artist quotes from Muir’s book, “Never before did I enjoy so noble an exhilaration of motion. The slender tops fairly flapped and swished in the passionate torrent…”

Sipe similarly reflects her respect for the natural world (previous quote to Bulletin writer David Jasper), “Nature is the only place I can truly escape, so I feel like it’s important to show how precious that space is.” Her abstract wind series, combining printing and colored oil pastels to capture movement, deftly expresses her appreciation.

Billye Turner curates exhibitions for the Sunriver Resort Lodge gallery, open all hours. For information, contact her at 503-780-2828 or billyeturner@bendnet.com.

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AT THE RANCH AUGUST 31 & SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

Featured Artist – Paul Alan Bennett

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 5:30pm – 7:30pm ARTIST RECEPTION & SILENT AUCTION

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 10:00am – 4:00pm 1:00 – 2:00pm (Ages 5-7) 2:00 – 4:00pm (Ages 8-12) 11:00am – 1:00pm 1:00pm – 4:00pm 9:00am – 4:00pm 9:00am – 12:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm – 4:00pm

ART FAIR SHOW & SALE KIDS PAINTING CLASS Preregister: 541-595-1282 | $15 LIVE MUSIC The Anvil Blasters LIVE MUSIC Honey Don’t PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT AT THE RANCH Paint Out People's Choice Award Artwork for Sale

Art at the Ranch supports Sisters School District's Visual Arts Programs and provides Art Scholarships for Sisters High School Students. Art at the Ranch is sponsored

by Black Butte Ranch and the Black Butte Ranch Art Guild. Thank you for your support!

7 mi w of Sisters | https://bbr-or.com/Art-at-the-Ranch | 541-595-1510

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23rd Annual!

Country Fair

& Art Show Friday, August 10 – 5 to 8pm: Art Show Open House & Refreshments Saturday, August 11 – 10am to 3pm: Art Show and Country Fair Art show & sale featuring recognized Northwest artists, plus an old-fashioned Country Fair for the whole family. This outstanding collection of original art work is available for sale. All proceeds are donated to community support agencies.

The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

68825 Brooks Camp Road, Sisters Just off Hwy 242 Info: 541-549-7087

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riday night and Saturday of Labor Day Weekend this annual show presented by Black Butte Ranch Art Guild and Black Butte Ranch funds scholarships to graduating seniors at Sisters High School who are continuing art education in college. The Guild also financially supports art programs in the Sisters School District, purchases art by regional artists for the Ranch public spaces and organizes artist talks.

Friday, August 31 Artist Reception 5:30-7:30pm: This free event will feature appetizers and no host wine and beer, live music by Coyote Willow and

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Silent Auction featuring participating artists.

Saturday, September 1 outdoor Art Fair 10am4pm: Live music by The Anvil Blasters from 11am to 1pm and the duo, Honey Don’t from 1pm to 4pm. Painting class for the kids 1-2pm (ages 5-7) and 2-4pm (ages 8-12) directed by Megan Phallon.

Watch the Plein Air Paint Out at the Ranch artists do their magic, creating a work of art right before your eyes at 9am. Vote on the Peoples’ Choice award and purchase a newly created painting.

Featured artists in the Lodge Gallery Show during August.

Photo courtesy of Black Butte Ranch

SISTERS EXHIBITS Canyon Creek Pottery 310 North Cedar St. • 541-390-2449 • canyoncreekpotteryllc.com Fine handmade pottery by Kenneth G. Merrill made in Sisters.

Clearwater Art Gallery 303 West Hood • 541-549-4994 • theclearwatergallery.com 4th Friday Art Stroll, Navajo rugs, jewelry and baskets made 50 or 100 years ago, prevalent in museums and Native American Antique Galleries, need to be regarded as representing people of a former time.

Cowgirls & Indians Resale 160 SW Oak St. • 541-549-6950 Gently used Western wear, art and furniture. Art by M. Barbera Bronze, Ed Morgan, William F. Reese, Heinie Hartwig originals, Native American baskets and jewelry, buying Native American jewelry and artworks.

Hood Avenue Art 220 S Pine St. #103 541-719-1800 August 24, 4-7 Fourth Friday Art Stroll Sisters features classic Central Oregon landscape paintings by Kathleen Keliher and the handmade Along the River Bank by Kathleen Keliher charm of Kelley Salber’s miniature, themed bookshelves, boxes and book constructions. Enjoy live music and free refreshments. Sign up for the Quick Draw door prize. Exhibit runs from August 22 – September 25.

Ken Scott’s Imagination Gallery 222 West Hood Ave. • 541-912-0732 Scott’s fabulous designs in metal prompt imagination and admiration, wide ranging decor with hints of other, more romantic eras, to a decidedly whirlwind love affair with the future.

The Jewel 221 West Cascade Ave. • 541-549-9388 Ongoing exhibit, jewelry by Mary Jo Weiss.

Jill’s Wild (tasteful!) Women Showroom 183 E Hood Ave. • 541-617-6078 • jillnealgallery.com Artwork, cards, giftware and ceramics.

Sisters Gallery & Frame Shop 252 W Hood Ave. • 541-549-9552 sistersgallery.com Gallery open 11am-5pm daily, Sundays by appointment.

Custom framing and photo restoration. Featuring creative work by Oregon photographers and artists Curtiss Abbott, Gary Albertson, J. Chester Armstrong, Paul Alan Bennett, Wendy Birnbaum, Candace Bruguier, Antonia Carriere, Jan Hanson, Jennifer Hartwig, Vicki Hodge, Norma Holmes, Ann Grossnickle, Kimry Jelen, Carol Grigg, Dennis McGregor, Laurie SantaMaria, Dennis Schmidling, Jodi Schneider, Pat Siegner and Caroline Stratton-Crow.

Studio Redfield 183 East Hood Ave. • 541-588-6332 Featuring hand-painted tiles ceramics, art cards, jewelry, abstract paintings and impressionistic landscapes, hand-painted mugs, bright decorative ceramics, wire baskets, tiled end tables. Paintings by Randy Redfield and original hand-painted tile by Kibak Tile.

The Porch 243 N Elm St. • 541-549-3287 theporch-sisters.com Featuring Casey Gardner’s acrylic paintings.

Twigs Fiber Arts Gallery 331 W. Cascade St. • 541-519-6061 twigs-sisters.com Featured exhibit for August is Bold, Bodacious and Beautiful, a collection of art quilts that celebrate the

By Judy Beaver stunning, complex and attractive world in which we live. Sources of inspiration are derived from those things that cause one to “pause, ponder, and appreciate” — a dilapidated building, a flower, a crumbling wall, a village in Italy, graffiti or a beautiful piece of fabric. The “inspiration” serves as a starting point as each piece further evolves during the creative process. The resulting art quilts range from realistic to abstract.

They are typically colorful, high contrast and richly textured. In addition to commercial and hand dyed fabrics, other materials include burlap, silk, rice paper, plastic deer netting and cork.

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Crystal Crane Hot Springs "it's all about the water"

Come Experience the Energy of Nature!

Geothermally Heated Cabins Hot Mineral Baths 541-943-3931

Karen's Wicker Restoration Contemporary. Comfortable. Intricate.

2 Hours SE of Bend • www.summerlakehotsprings.com 2 Hours SE of Bend • 541-943-3931 • www.summerlakehotsprings.com

541-493-2535 • 42456 Hwy 20E, Burns Oregon directions: 23 miles east of Burns on Hwy 20 going towards Ontario. On right hand side of Hwy

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These wicker chairs are representative of different eras all of which can be repaired or extensively restored. The comfortable arm chair from 1910, woven of round reed, needed arm repair. The circular center front chair, popular in the 1950’s to 60’s needs it’s legs rewrapped. The contemporary lounger is a truly unique complete restoration. It was recreated from the individually cane wrapped wire frame base to the diagonally designed sturdy surface. It has tremendously comfortable contours.

Call for an appointment or classes.

Redmond, Oregon 541-923-6603

CENTRAL OREGON EXHIBITS Madras / Warm Springs The Museum at Warm Springs 2189 U.S. 26 • 541-553-3331 • museumatwarmsprings.org Tribal members demonstrate & share family heirlooms.

Where the Seller is the Maker

Prineville A.R. Bowman Memorial Museum 246 N Main St. • 541-447-3715 • bowmanmuseum.org Open Tuesday thru Friday, 10am-5pm, Saturdays 11am-4pm. Ponderosa Pine Capital of the World exhibit anchors the new exhibit space in the expanded museum. It includes The Woods & The Mill, two full size areas that highlight the workers, tools & history of the trade. Native American exhibit brings history of the people & land of Crook County.

Redmond/Terrebonne The Art of Alfred A. Dolezal Eagle Crest Resort, 7525 Falcon Crest Dr., Ste. 100 • 541-526-1185 alfreddolezal.com • artofaad@yahoo.com • Daily, 10am–5pm Original oils, reproductions, classes, gift shop. The eclectic paintings of Austrian artist, Alfred A. Dolezal combine illuminant colors with alternative visions of reality.

These contemporary oils on canvas examine the deeper meaning of life & tell a human interest story. Combining profound messages with thought-provoking imagery & evocative symbolism, they are much more than a painting. Come see why we were awarded the 2017 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor & are now ranked #2 of things to do in our area.

Maragas Winery Lattavo Gallery 15523 SW Hwy. 97, Culver • 541-546-5464 • maragaswinery.com The caricature art adorning the bottles of Maragas wines was created by Doug Maragas’ mother, Joanne Lattavo, in the late ‘50s & early ‘60s. Joanne was an accomplished oil painter with a renowned art gallery.

Redmond Senior Center 325 NW Dogwood • 541-548-6325 Quilt Show. The Common Threads quilt club are exhibiting their quilts that they have designed for and plan to donated to the local Head Start Program. Head Start is a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services program for early childhood education, health and nutrition for low income children. The quilter’s efforts will be much appreciated.”

Kindred Spirit of the Night Owl

by Linda Shelton

The Central Oregon Saturday Market

CENTRAL OREGON

School House Produce 1430 SW Highland Ave. 541-504-7112 • schoolhouseproduce.com School House Produce is pleased to exhibit the work of SageBrushers Art Society member Linda Shelton (sagebrushersartofbend.com/linda-m-shelton.html).

Linda’s multimedia work combines whimsey and imagination in a eclectic mix of subjects. Showing through August and September. )

St. Charles Hospital Redmond, 1253 NW Canal Blvd. • 541-548-8131 Rotating local artists.

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orty-four years ago, a small handful of local artists started gathering together once a month in Drake Park to share, display and sell their own handmade items. This little group has evolved into The Central Oregon Saturday Market, a non-profit organization that continues to advertise, promote and provide an openair marketplace for local talent to gather at an affordable price. Now a wide variety of artists, craftspeople, musicians and food vendors meet weekly in Downtown Bend across from the Public Library on Saturdays from 10am-4pm, Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Many people with various talents have established their starts at The Central Saturday Market, Oregon Saturday Market then go on to photos submitted by Janice Allen build their own prosperous local businesses.

Other artists are trying to supplement their incomes or help pay for their hobbies so they can continue to make and share their passion. It is a market for professional artisans, as well as beginners aspiring to develop their skills while displaying and selling their products.

This summer we are lucky to have an awesome local musician, Richard Taelour playing and singing every Saturday afternoon. A wide variety of other local talent, not just music, perform in the mornings.

Taqueria El Nava is serving authentic tacos and burritos made with a wide variety of meats and or veggies and amazing breakfast burritos all day long.

We also contribute to our community by supporting and giving exposure to dozens of other local non-profits from Chimp’s Inc. to The Boys and Girls Club. This year we are supporting Street Dog Heroes, an animal rescue group that saves animals from all around the world and a group that trains Service Dogs and Therapy Dogs called Pals with Paws. Last weekend Raul at Taqueria El Nava all the wonderful dogs and cats from Mexico that we brought to our Community Booth were adopted.

The primary goals of all Central Oregon Saturday Market decisions and rules have always been to support the “Where the Maker is the Seller” philosophy and to contribute to our community.

Please join us in celebrating 44 years of local talent every Saturday at our family friendly gathering of Central Oregon’s artists and crafters, plus live music, food and so much more.

Check us out on Facebook or call 541-420-9015.

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CALL TO ART

ARTISTS GALLERY SUNRIVER VILLAGE 57100 Beaver Drive, Bldg. 19, Sunriver 541-593-4382 • artistsgallerysunriver.com Artists’ Gallery Sunriver Village celebrates nine years as a successful member gallery. We are looking for 2D and 3D artists who can say YES to: I am a full time Central Oregon resident. I can work two days per month in the gallery. I will commit to a six month contract and serve on a committee.

YES? Please contact jury chair, Dori Kite at agsrjurycommittee@gmail.com.

BEND ART CENTER 550 SW Industrial Way #180, Bend 541-330-8759 • bendartcenter.org Bend Art Center extends calls to local, regional, national and international artists for juried exhibitions in printmaking and book arts.

Bend Art Center plans roughly ten exhibits per year, and organizes a mix of juried, themed exhibits and exhibits specifically dedicated to showcasing our Bend Art Center Artist Members.

HOOD AVENUE ART 357 W. Hood Ave., Sisters 541-719-1800 • info@hoodavenueart.com Hood Avenue Art gallery in Sisters is taking applications for local, Central Oregon, working artist members. Two and three dimensions, all media. Please contact the gallery for more information regarding the juried application process and member requirements.

SISTERS FOLK FESTIVAL sistersfolkfestival.org Sisters Folk Festival, Inc. is looking to hire a dynamic person to fill a key role in the organization – Education Program Manager. The education program manager is responsible for assisting the creative director in execution of SFF educational programming and event production in accordance with the vision and strategic direction of the Sisters Folk Festival organization. The position is half-time and includes support for the annual Sisters Folk Festival and integration with school programs and events.

“The education program manager will play a key role in executing the programs of Sisters Folk Festival and providing the support needed to sustain and grow those programs in the schools and community. This dynamic person will join the organization at an important time, with our Studio to School initiative still in place, programming growth in the schools, and plans for our capital campaign,” says Creative Director Brad Tisdel.

The position description and application information are available at: www.sistersfolkfestival.org/join-the-sff-team.

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ART IN THE HIGH DESERT Old Mill District 10am • artinthehighdesert.com

LEN BABB WESTERN ART SHOW Sister's Fire Hall 9am • lenbabbwesternart.com

THEATER IN THE PARK Drake Park 7pm • theaterbend.com

BIG SAM'S FUNKY NATION Volcanic Theatre Pub 9pm • volcanictheare.com

BEAT BEETHOVEN'S 5TH RUN COCC Track 9am • beatbeethoven5k.com

SUNRIVER ART FAIR Village at Sunriver 9:30am • sunriverartfair.com

TERRY CROSS AUTHOR TALK Bend Senior Center 1pm • buytickets.at/peo/172171

SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL'S SUMMER FESTIVAL Multiple locations in Bend & Sunriver Thru Aug. 22 • sunrivermusic.org ARTIST'S RECEPTION Artists' Gallery Sunriver 4pm • artistsgallerysunriver.org

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RIPE CONCERT Crows Feet Commons 7pm • parallel44presents.com UNCLE KRACKER Tower Theatre 8pm • towertheatre.org

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painting • photography • CASCADE FINE ART WORKSHOPS Contact Sue Manley, 541-408-5524 info@cascadefineartworkshops.com www.cascadefineartworkshops.com Colley Whisson Impressionism in Action Plein Air & Studio Workshop - Oil, Pastel & Acrylic welcome. Instruction and demos in oil.

August 26-29 14 students minimum/15 students max $675 Mary Marquiss Florals in Watercolor October 1-3 12 students minimum/16 students max $445 (FULL - Waitlist Available) PRE-REGISTRATION FOR Silas Thompson Workshop Oil February 26-28, 2019 Debora Stewart Pastel and Mixed Media May 13-17, 2019 Ted Nuttall Painting the Figure from Photographs Watercolor June 3-7, 2019

Art Workshops • printmaking • watercolor JACQUELINE NEWBOLD Watercolor and Art Journaling Workshop in Provence, France May 10-17, 2019 Join Jacqueline Newbold on an artistic journey of creative expression! Our home base will be a charming medieval village in Provence, France as we have fun painting and creating art in our watercolor journals. You will learn to incorporate watercolor and mixed-media techniques as we spend a magical time together exploring the area, rich with sights, sounds, and colors – all wonderful inspiration for developing your artistic eye. Our host will be frenchescapade.com. They will provide many delicious meals cooked by a French chef and transportation to painting sites. We will stay in a charming hotel with a little river meandering through the garden, an outside swimming pool, a hot tub, and a riverside terrace bar all surrounded by impressive mountains. This workshop is available for all levels – beginners and experienced artists are all invited to come along on this delightful trip! Please visit my website to learn more: www.newboldart.com, or email me at newbold0505@bendbroadband.com.

AT RODES SMITHEY STUDIOS MULTI MEDIA WORKSHOPS Discover and engage with Rand and Holly

Smithey in wide ranging creative processes at our metalwork and painting studios near Tumalo.

Complete descriptions at rodes-smithey.com/ workshops.html or contact Holly at info@rodes-smithey.com, 541-280-5635.

SAGEBRUSHERS ART SOCIETY All classes listed below held at 117 SW Roosevelt Ave, Bend 541-617-0900 • sagebrushersartofbend.com Chinese Brush Painting Drop-In Classes with Michelle Oberg Fridays, August 17, 24, 31 12:30-2:30pm Classes will include traditional techniques and fun forms of painting with ink and watercolor on rice paper. $5 for members, $10 for nonmembers.

For more information contact Michelle at michelleoberg39@gmail.com.

The Joy of Creating Intuitively with Vicki Johnson First Wednesday of each month, August 1, 6-8:30pm.

Intuitive painting is the process of painting spontaneously without fear and self-doubt. $25, all materials included. Contact Vicki at 541-390-3174 or coachvickijohnson@gmail.com.

New Perspective for August

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his month starts right out with unexpected changes on the 1st.

What feels challenging in the beginning ends up making everything easier by the 3rd. Take care of left over projects on the 4th and let it occupy you for a few days. By the 6th you will feel more like socializing and it will be good to do so. It feels easy to make changes on the 7th and you will know it’s the right thing to do.

Everyone has something to say on the 8th and it will be important to listen with an open heart. Focus on your own issues on the 9th and get ready to make some decisions very soon. The New Moon on the 11th will show you the direction that you want to go. You may feel the need to step way back, possibly even stop for the next week and be clear about your next steps. Use this time wisely.

Conversations on the 18th are helpful and uplifting. Opportunities surface during this time and it will be important to have faith. Begin making a plan on the 22nd and be willing to adjust it as you move forward. Peak openly about your future on the 25th. The Full Moon on the 26th is a turning point for relationships. Realize how important it is to pay attention to what you need to change within yourself. Take yourself on as a project as the month comes to an end. Remember that you deserve to be a priority in your own life.

Love and Light Always, Eileen Lock, Clairvoyant Astrologer / Spiritual Medium 1471 NW Newport Ave., Bend, Oregon 97703 541-389-1159 • eileenlock.freeservers.com • oneheartministry.freeservers.com Listen for the song in your heart, find the melody and dance to the music.

There is a charge of $20 to list classes and/or workshops or they are free with a paid display ad. Please keep text to 200 words or less. Email ae@cascadeae.com for more information.

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