People have spoken--the People's Choice Award for the Camas Looks @ the Gorge photo contest has been awarded to Sandy Caldwell for her photo "Icy Falls."
The second place award went to Krista Wilson for her photo "Sunrise Glory."
Congratulations to both winners. And thanks to all those who voted.
The exhibit changes on Wednesday, so if you haven't seen the photos, come on down to the library!
The Library’s “What I Love About Camas” Photo Contest entries are on exhibit in the Second Story Gallery in July.
Join us for the First Friday reception, Friday, July 2, from
5 to 8 p.m.
Twenty-five photos covering a wide range of subjects will be
featured. In May, the 13 amateur
photographers captured what in Camas appealed to them.
“There are lots of creative folks in Camas and the library is glad to be able to sponsor this event to showcase some of their work,” said David Zavortink, Library Director.
Anamaria Campbell's "Bicycle by Fence" pictured here is part of the show.
A panel of judges awarded prizes to their favorites in several categories.
Join artist Kirsten Muskat on Wednesday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the library for a presentation in conjunction with her March "Dog Treats" exhibit in the Second Story Gallery. Her talk and slide presentation will feature her work with Wild Mustang, Images of Zanzibar, and highlights of her current work with dogs. The evening will focus on encouraging others to find their creative voice in photography.
Preserving our rural views for future generations is a goal of artist Andy Bleiler, who also works to reduce his impact on the environment. His show, “Tomorrow’s Past/Capturing the Columbia Basin for Posterity,” will be displayed during the month of January in the Second Stor Gallery.
An opening night reception will be held as part of First Friday, the Camas Art Walk on January 2. The gallery remains open from 5 to 8 p.m. that night.
“This work represents my fascination with the Pacific Northwest landscape. I am drawn to the color and majesty of the region, and hope to capture how it looks now for later generations to use as a comparison.” Bleiler considers himself a member of the “regionalist movement” that is growing in the country and, perhaps because of his ties to the Northwest, he’s also invested in reducing his impact as an artist on the environment.
“The paint I use is a special water-soluble oil, to reduce the use of toxic solvents in my studio,” the artist explains. “My canvases are either recycled from previously used canvases or are hand-stretched over frames made from 100 percent recycled wood.”
Bleiler has lived in the Northwest for 15 years, most recently in Camas. He has a unique job with the VancouverSchool District, putting his bachelor of fine arts to use as a set designer, plus lighting and sound technician, for drama productions and other events held in district performance halls. “I’m trained as a theater artist and have painted backdrops for years,” he explains. At the same time he has been creating his own works, first in watercolor and for the last five years in oil. He says he’s invested in reducing the paint’s impact on the environment.
Bleiler’s show continues at the SecondStory Gallery through January 31 and can be viewed during regular library hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Visit the Second Story Gallery during December to see some of the best in regional art created with colored pencil. A group of artists known as Complementary Colors will be bringing their work from their studios as far away as Eugene, as close as Washougal. Eight artists in all. You’re sure to see some great pieces that could make good Christmas gifts.
Meet the artists, Pat Averill, Neale Inahara, Pat Jackman, Kathee Nelson, Kay Schmidt, Do Mi Stauber, Sherrie Withers and C J Worlein at the First Friday reception, December 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. Sherrie Withers
Summer Pastel Workshop
Friday and Saturday, July 13 & 14
The Second Story Gallery at Camas Public Library offers a pastel landscape workshop July 13 & 14 with Eve Kenyon. The workshop is arranged in conjunction with her exhibit “Pastels and Pencils” which opens July 6th. Participants will paint a pastel from the ground up; use written notes, thumbnail sketches and tonal studies; stretch their skills to produce a dynamic composition with lively strokes & marks, strong value & fresh color. Demonstrations and individual instruction will stimulate new ways of seeing and personal expression, according to the instructor.
Workshop fee is $150. All ages are welcome. Stop by the library for the registration form and list of suggested materials.
Scott Hampel's show, The Beauty of Chaos, opened in the Second Story Gallery during the Camas First Friday Art Walk. Hampel, of Vancouver, has been painting for six years and his acrylic paintings that burst with color and chaos fill the gallery with color. By day, Scott creates 3D models for Adidas. His show will continue through Saturday, June 30, during regular library hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday
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Join artist Jerry Lee for the opening of his Second Story Gallery Show, First Elements, on Friday, December 1, from 6 to 8 p.m.
The show features a number of realistic paintings primarily on a watery theme and will be on exhibit through December.
Lee, an artist since 1965, lives in Vancouver.
