Art aplenty despite no formal event SPRINGFIELD – During the winter months, the Springfield’s Second Friday Art Walk often has fewer venues participating because there aren’t as many art enthusiasts interested in walking from building to building in the cold and rain. For that reason, Island Park Gallery at Willamalane’s[Read More…]
Author: SARINA DORIE for The Chronicle
Space: Janet Sweeney’s artistic frontier
SPRINGFIELD — Space. The final frontier. These are the voyages of art enthusiasts enjoying the space-themed paintings at the Willamalane Adult Activity Center. Instead of participating in the Second Friday Springfield Art Walk, WAAC is featuring one artist who is showing through Jan. 17. Lovers of space and all things[Read More…]
December Springfield art scene a must-see
SPRINGFIELD — This month, the City Hall Gallery treated art enthusiasts to art by three different artists. Charro & Escaramuza Photography Exhibition displayed photography and a reception at the art walk for the book Los Origenes Hispanos de Oregon. Escaramuza is a female equestrian event originating in Mexican culture. Americans[Read More…]
Time to vote—for a favorite piece of art
SPRINGFIELD – When one sees a photograph of a photograph, something is lost in translation. The colors and lighting aren’t the same. Even the most beautiful artwork is far less impressive. The pieces chosen in the Second Friday Downtown Springfield Art Walk guide, advertised online, or even showcased in this[Read More…]
You be the judge
Mayor’s Art Show exhibits imagination, reflection SPRINGFIELD – Art is one of those subjective experiences—not everyone can agree on what makes art the best or how to scientifically, factually determine why it might resonate with one person and not another. Sometimes we examine a juried show, and we completely disagree[Read More…]
Art from the heart
“Bob Cats” by Karen Pidgeon at the City Hall Gallery. When a viewer looks at art, it is often the subject matter, colors, or ability to capture a flower or landscape realistically that fill one with wonder and awe. We find this art beautiful, and we hang it on[Read More…]
Springfield Art Walks features ‘grounded’ artists, eco-inspired art
Rae Mategora painting a storm drain. SPRINGFIELD – The August Springfield Second Friday Art Walk was a cornucopia of artists, murals and music. In addition to the usual galleries and displays, there were bonus stops and special features. The Springfield Mural at 307 Main St. boasts being the fastest erected[Read More…]
Column: ‘Shaking it with style,’ class at Springfield Art Walk
PHOENIX BRIGHT/ PHOTO- Bellydancers Natalia Hayes (bottom) and Sara Reid (top) pose in dance troupe, Fusion Fascination, at the Emerald Art Center Springfield Art Walk on July 8. One of the fun and festive performances during the July Springfield Second Friday Art Walk was belly dancing at the Emerald Art[Read More…]
Abundance of talent at Springfield art walk
“Opal” by Uyen-Thi Nguyen, watercolor. ‘Lady Marigold” by Trish Krambeal, Black light interactive art. “Sacrificial Lambs” by Ellen Furstner, mixed media. Jean Scobie’s acrylic and ink outdoor scenes. Warmer weather, convenient transportation, an anniversary celebration, and more business participation increased attendance during the Springfield Second Friday Art Walk. With the[Read More…]
Springfield Art Walk back on track, looking ahead
Springfield resident, Gerta Egy’s mixed media “Blue Anika.” SPRINGFIELD – Despite the rainy weather, the art community in Springfield was happy to share work – even if it was on Friday the 13th. Highlights included a juried show, live music and relics from Glenwood’s past. During the pandemic, the Second[Read More…]