Art Watch

Michael Boonstra's At Liberty Show

Art succeeds best when it can show you something you've seen before, but in a whole new way that allows you to rethink your own connection to the subject.

By Teafly Peterson Nov 14, 2018

At Liberty art Clark Fire Milli Fire Eagle Creek Fire

Photography Show Explores the Artistry of the Darkroom

In an ever-growing world of technology that brings new mediums and tools for artists to explore, Central Oregon Community College is still displaying interest in the archival process of photography.

By Teafly Peterson Oct 31, 2018

COCC Pence Pickney Gallery Paula Bullwinkel photography art

Desert Mystic: The Paintings of John Simpkins

Some artists apply their craft to make a living.

By Teafly Peterson Oct 24, 2018

John Simpkins High Desert Museum Old Andrews Schoolhouse Alvord Desert

Sixth Annual $20 Sale at Bright Place Gallery

Coming up this Saturday is the annual $20 art sale, where you can get an armful of art for what truly seems like a steal.

By Teafly Peterson Oct 17, 2018

Bright Place Gallery Stuart Breidenstein Stuart's of Bend

Miwa Matreyek

Animation, storytelling and new worlds

A few years ago, on a very cold New England Sunday, my grandmother and I ventured out to a local theater to see a performance by an artist.

By Teafly Peterson Oct 10, 2018

animated artwork Bend Design Conference California Institute of the Arts

Water Tables by Pat Clark

Two exhibitions open this week, showcasing the work of Pat Clark and her reaction and response to water.

By Teafly Peterson Oct 3, 2018

Pat Clark Bend Art Center Christian Brown Bill Cravis Barbara Hudin Ron Schultz Carol Sternkopf Abney Wallace COCC

This year's BendFilm Festival has an impressive array of films from female filmmakers, and about the female experience—giving voice to female artists in an industry where, while they are growing in numbers, the numbers are still pretty small.

By Teafly Peterson Sep 26, 2018

Women actors Pamela Hulse Andrews Debra Granik Ann Rosellini Leave no Trace Tower Theatre Ondi Timoner Ursula K. LeGuin

The Art of Burning Man

The good news: you don't have to travel to the playa at Burning Man to finally see what everyone goes on and on about.

By Teafly Peterson Sep 19, 2018

High Desert Museum Christine Kristen Burning Man Larry Harvey

Big Ink II at Bend Art Center

If you missed the first Big Ink that came through Bend Art Center last month, you get a second chance!

By Teafly Peterson Sep 12, 2018

High Desert Museum Bend Art Center Edward Curtis

Raising up the Community with Art

When artists decide to join together to raise awareness and money for worthy causes, often the result is maximizing inspiration in a way that can build community.

By Teafly Peterson Sep 5, 2018

Haling Reins Therapeutic Riding Center JM Broderick Kelly Thiel

Dennis McGregor's Sisters Folk Fest posters run the gamut from political and silly, to art inspired by traditional themes

It’s been 18 years since Dennis McGregor painted his first Sisters Folk Festival poster. Over the years, the annual image has become a moment captured in time, honoring a town and its dedication to the arts.

By Teafly Peterson Aug 29, 2018

Newport Market Dudley's Books Roundabout Books Paulina Springs Books