Monthly Exhibitions
At the Highland Art Center our commitment to promoting professional artists, celebrating emerging artists, and investing in the careers of our local member artists is best seen in the yearly line up of shows we curate.
From the Annual Scholarship Auction and Juried Shows where we financially invest in the award winners, to the Young Artists Showcase where we display the work of local elementary school students.
The exhibits at the Highland Art Center are always community focused, visually intriguing, and professionally presented. Enjoy perusing the roster of our upcoming monthly shows and be sure to join us for the Weaverville Art Cruise on the first Saturday of every month between 5 and 8 pm, where we will host the opening reception for each exhibit including refreshments and a meet and greet with the artists.
Featured Artist Exhibit: Hayfork Salt Creek Collective
November's Featured Exhibition
Salt Creek Surprises
We are pleased to exhibit a trio of Hayfork's talented artists:
Beth Ferreter
Angel McMorrow
Chris Semer
A diverse collection of pottery and fine art from these three Hayfork artists specialising in keepsakes and collectables just in time for holiday decorating and gift giving. This talented trio has deep roots in the Hayfork community with an unending love for creative expression – which is reflected in their work.
Beth Ferreter – “I am interested in exploring both reality and fantasy and that strange space in which they mingle, the magic of ordinary life…I always keep a sketchbook – a stream of conscious exploration. I draw, paint, carve, photograph, and sculpt…My work comes from an experimental mindset in which I am always wondering “what if”.”
Angel McMorrow – “As a multi-media artist, I explore many styles and mediums to celebrate nature and wildlife. I enjoy the diversity and characteristics of most mediums, like clays ability to transform and texture, and the pictures I draw are the things we see everyday, things I hope to see, or to memorialize things we may not see again. My goal as an artist is to is to start a conversation, inspire and teach others.”
Chris Semer – “I create Art primarily for myself, but in addition I feel that the more people are engaged in some artistic endeavor the better people they are – and by extension the better society is as a whole. Fostering artistic activities improves our society both locally and nationally.”
INVITATIONAL: 40th Annual Juried Art Show
Congratulations to the many award winners and everyone accepted into our 40th Annual Juried Show!
2024 COMPLETE WINNERS LIST
Juror of Awards: Teri Sloat
Best of Show – “Magnus the Great” by Denise Granger Kerbs
William Marlow Memorial Award for Painting – “Light Through the Trees” by Sandy Obester
People’s Choice Award – “Halo in the Sand” by Kara Jimenez
Works on Paper
Award of Excellence – “Branded” by Denise Granger Kerbs
Award of Merit – “WorldWeary” by Caryn Stromberg
Honorable Mention – “Grizzly Love” by Denise Granger Kerbs
Honorable Mention – “Mt. Shasta Meadow” by Caryn Stromberg
Honorable Mention – “Koi Pond 3 - Serenity” by Karla Austin
Honorable Mention – “Bird Dog Dreams” – Belinda Strickland
Works on Canvas or Board
Award of Excellence – “Lost Lake Trinity County” by E.J. Kropf
Award of Merit – “Drought is Over” by Claudia Lima
Honorable Mention – “El Estangue” by Jeff Crago
Honorable Mention – “Safe Harbor” by Chuck Prudhomme
Mixed Media, Fiber, Sculpture & Ceramics
Award of Excellence – “The Violinist” by Don Linn
Award of Merit – “Treasure Keeper” by James Lacitignola
Honorable Mention – “Lily Pond” by Betty Pestoni
Honorable Mention – “Old Bob’s Crock” by John Garrett
Photography
Award of Excellence – “Anna’s Poignant Pose” by Richard “Skip” Schmidt
Award of Merit – “Yellowstone Morning” by Bonnie Lampley
We are pleased to announce our juror this year is folk artist and pastel painter - Teri Sloat. You may remember her as she and husband Robert were our featured artists in August of 2023. Teri’s art brings her imaginative stories to life using bold, pure color and light. She is excited to contribute as a Jurist; you can meet Teri during the opening Art Walk Reception & Critique to be held on Saturday October 5th. In addition, you will experience the magic of her works as the fall lobby show will be featuring the Sloat’s art.
Teri Sloat grew up in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, a place known for inspiring creativity with its idyllic environment of evergreens, rivers and rolling hills. However, the most notable impression of time in Teri's life comes from 12 years spent on the Alaskan Yukon Delta immersed in educational programs assisting those of the Yupik Language. The beauty of the Yupik culture serves as a mainstay influence on Teri's writings, sense of storytelling and illustrations. Currently living in Northern California with her husband, artist Robert Sloat, Teri paints full time as an illustrator, plein air painter and fine artist. She has authored and illustrated 25 children's books, sells prints of her illustrations and exhibits her works in a variety of galleries in California and across the U.S.
An expert conveyor of both the representational and the imagined, Teri has a strong sense of how to impact the viewer with design elements, composition, color theory, and what she defines as an essential to her work, story telling. Narratives are Teri's forethought to lay out the foundation of her work. Teri says: "Writing has taught me to paint pictures with words; painting has taught me to tell my stories with shapes and colors and composition.... My art has always been about telling a story. Whether I am looking out at the landscape around me as I set up my easel, or glancing inward on the visual narrative spinning in my mind, I am always telling myself a story."
Important Dates:
Art deadline: Friday September 27th
Jurying: To take place on Sunday September 29, 2024
Review & Reception: An in-person review and Artist’s Reception will be part of the First Saturday Art Walk held on Saturday, October 5th at 5 PM.
Last Year’s Winners of the 39th Annual Juried Show:
Featured Artist Exhibit: Joseph O'Neil “Earth Journey”
May's exhibition of watercolors paired with crystals takes us on an exploration of abstraction in texture and mood as we travel around the gallery in "Earth Journey" a featured show of watercolor landscapes by Joseph O'Neil complimented by the exquisite crystal collection by local seller Shawn Hazeleur, specially curated for display alongside O'Neil's work here at the Highland.
Watercolor artist Joseph O’Neil’s creative expression is beautiful and esoteric with atmospheric flows of imagined winds and currents contrasted with the dynamic gestural weightiness of otherworldly landscapes.This series of work journeys into the medium with a deep dive into the mystical world of abstract landscapes in watercolor.
Alongside O'Neils work we are happy to introduce a curated assortment of crystals and other rock elements to compliment the otherworldliness and style of the show's paintings. The crystals are globally sourced and available for sale from the collection of local crystal seller Shawn Hazeleur. Displayed to coexist with the paintings, we are grateful for the collaboration to exhibit these natural sculptural elements all found somewhere around the world.
INVITATIONAL: “Life Stories”
Life Stories - Pieces of the Puzzle – Past/Present/Future as told through Mixed Media, Sculpture and Collage
"Funk Shui - Functional: "Art & Sculpture" with Studio G Collective
STUDIO G PRESENTS
November’s exhibit at the Highland Art Center titled “Funk Shei” is a compilation of pieces derived from the various individual classes provided by John E Garrett. Funky, but interesting, here you will find everything from paintings to ceramics (mostly ceramics) created by an assortment of artists that emerged from Studio G’s influence. With themes derived from individual classes this exhibit features the four elements. Water; indoor ceramic water fountains. Earth; living whimsical planters. Fire; historical Mexican trees of life or folk candelabras. Air; vases with air plants.
Also included in this month’s show you will also find ceramic funky beasts by Studio G, as well as paintings by John Garrett and Susan Alexander. You won’t want to miss out on this soul-stirring exhibit! Make plans to attend this month’s art walk on Saturday, November 4th from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. located at 691 Main Street in Weaverville.
INVITATIONAL: 39th Annual Juried Art Show
Entry Deadline: Sept 30th, 2023 - at noon.
Critique: Sunday October 1st 1:00 PM
Exhibition Dates: October 7-28, 2023
Judge: Denise Granger Kerbs
Congratulations to this year’s 2023 Juried Art Show Winners:
Teri & Bob Sloat "Journeys Together"
“Journeys Together” is our August featured exhibit, displaying the narrative paintings of Robert and Teri Sloat. A collection of pictorial imagery accumulated from a lifetime of traveling together as a married couple from a narrative as diverse as the directions on a compass. From vibrant pastel folklorico to familiar Trinity mountain scenes, this exhibition is a masterful offering from two lifelong artists.
Ted Lichti "Renderings by a Colorblind Artist" & Judith Frost "Strokes of Color"
On view through the month of July, is a spectrum exploration in oil painting by Judith Frost and Ted Lichti. Subjects in this two person featured show range from European castles to Northern California plein air scenes which are masterfully produced by these seasoned artists.A selection of works in the show by: Judith Frost
A selection of works in the show by: Ted Lichti
Holland-Olson, Peralta, Reynolds & Wilson "Botanical Beauty"
Four gifted artists have joined for a group show to explore Botanical Beauty, and have set out to create an exhibition dedicated to the ‘Flours’ visual, olfactory and tactile qualities as well as their association of love, hope in the natural world. Often, in an intimate conversation with nature, this group of artists have created and submitted works in clay, relief block printmaking and paintings that will be on exhibition throughout June. Opening reception for Debee Holland-Olson, Bella Carter-Peralta, Kristi Reynolds, and Rita Wilson will be Saturday, June 3rd, 5:00pm-8:00pm, at the Highland Art Center. Their expansive collection of work is not to be missed!
Young Artist's Showcase
The Highland Art Center is once again honored to host the annual exhibition featuring the artistic talents of local Trinity County youth ranging from K through 12th grade. These works often feature an array of sculpture, collage, drawing and painting.
INVITATIONAL: “In the Style of - Emulating the Masters”
In the style of....the Masters!
Artist members channel their mentors to produce works that inspire. Come experience the impact that mastery has on our local artists.
Submissions are due by February 25th at 5PM
Afternoon Picnic, by Louise Tuthill
Annual Scholarship Auction
Our annual auction helps us generate scholarship funds for local students. If you are in possession of cherished artworks, we invite you to donate them to us for this event. If you are seeking something special - this is the show for you! Come place your bid for a great cause and bring home a masterpiece of your own.
Featuring from left to right: Cattle Dogs, by Stephen Hubbell; Reflecting Eagle, by Skip Schmidt; The Old Studio by Chuck Prudhomme.
INVITATIONAL: "Outside the Box" Mixed Media and Collage
This month we go outside our comfort zone to discover something NEW! For this New Year's challenge, Artists have an opportunity to combine their favorite medium(s) with something/some things less familiar. They will bring their works to life through mixed-media and or collage utilizing those special artifacts collected along the path of life - gifts from nature/hiking trips, buttons or fabric scraps from gramma's old quilt, misc. items from the junk drawer, the office and or just about anywhere. Come see personal expressions of creativity in action.
Artwork Drop Off DEADLINE : Drop off by end of day Tuesday, January 3rd at 5 PM.
Featured from left to right: ‘Transcending Terra’ by Julie Long; ‘American Clutch’ by Shelly Shively; ‘Memories of Ray Mu’ by John Garrett.
INVITATIONAL: “Home for the Holiday” & Artisan Craft Boutique
Submissions of holiday related art and artisan crafts and gifts for sale are due for this December exhibition titled “Home for the Holiday” by November 26th. Please contact us with questions. Membership is required to exhibit in this show.
Kroner & Cargill - New Works
Artists Janelle Kroner and Maria Cargill come together to display new works.
INVITATIONAL: 38th Annual Juried Art Show
SUBMISSIONS CLOSED, due by Sept 24th by 12 PM
For complete information on entry and guidelines visit:
Congratulations!
For being selected as the BEST OF SHOW
Jessica Crognale
‘Special Delivery’
We had a wonderful critique and awards ceremony here outside at the Highland. Here is a sneak peek of what was awarded. Come on by during open hours to see the awarded works and the rest of the show!
Show Sponsors
A big THANK YOU to our Show Sponsors: Golden Artists Colors, Williamburg Oils and M.Graham for your support of artists through the gift of merchandise awards. These awards will be distributed by the juror along with monetary awards, at the Awards Reception on Sept 25th at 2:00 p.m.
Juror of Awards:
John E. Garrett
We are honored to announce the Juror of Awards for our 38th Annual Juried Art Show is none other than the talented ceramist and arts educator found on the Highland Campus in Studio G, John E. Garrett. John has taught many of our youth in the community through an after-school art program, and holds private and group ceramic and music classes, also the local favorite "Wine-y Painter" classes to adults.
John E. Garrett has an extensive education in visual arts with a focus on ceramics. John studied at Grossman College, San Diego State University and at Shasta College. He brought his love for art and art’s education here to Weaverille and began working within the school district to impart his love and education on our formative youth and has continued on in his years of educating the youth and adults here in our community.
We look forward to John’s selections of awarded works here at the Highland on Sept. 25th, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. Please see the Juried Show Guidelines in the button above for more important information.
Denise Granger Kerbs & Students
‘Passionate Journey”: An exhibition featuring Denise Granger Kerbs and a proud display of her talented students.
Available Works:
INVITATIONAL: “The Artist in Me” - Self Portrait Study
Portrait Studies by Highlands own Member Artists currently on view in the gallery.
Contact us for pricing and availability.
Lauren Forcella - “Beautiful Earth”
A sampling of Lauren Forcella’s recent show themed ‘Beautiful Earth.’ A modern impression of the California landscape.
Natasha Foucault Celebration
Spring on the Coast, Dyes on Silk by Natasha Foucault
Silk, the finest fabric makes the ethereal quality of this colorful solo show come to life.
INVITATIONAL: “Memories” - collage/mixed media/3-D art
Gardenia Lady, mixed media by Jill Cruz
The unconventional can be inspiring, proving that the unexpected can show us new beauties to discover and enchant us.