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Art

Mary and Joseph Siedman – Dance Palace Artists for February

January 25, 2023 by Chris Grace

February 1 – February 28 PST

This month in the Lobby Art Gallery we welcome mother and son artists, Mary and Joseph Siedman. 

Mary Siedman has lived on the Bolinas mesa for over forty years and has enjoyed painting the surrounding scenery from the ocean and Mt. Tamalpais to the small flowers and tiny aspects of her garden. The school she attended had an extensive art department where she was encouraged as early as Kindergarten to pursue her interest in painting. Her mother bought her a set of oil paints when she was just nine-years old. When she was in her early teens, she had the opportunity to study painting outdoors with Western New York watercolorist Robert Blair. Mary continued to study art at the American University in Washington, D.C., under the direction and influence of professor and sculptor William Calfee. She graduated in 1977. Mary moved to Bolinas in 1979 and met her future husband Jack Siedman. When their children were young, she would carve out several hours of uninterrupted time by painting plein air. There she experienced the harsher elements of West Marin particularly the wind, so that keeping a brush, paint box and canvas from blowing off the cliff was a regular exercise. She painted throughout the years, including working on Bolinas musicals and productions; the Lounge Club posters and sets; and the Bolinas Children’s Center projects to name a few. She also had a working darkroom. In recent years Mary has spent more time in her home studio producing oils on canvas and panels. Check out her website for more images of her work.  

Joseph Siedman: 
Watercolor painting is unique in that the artist must be fully committed and intentional with each brush stroke. Once the paper is wet the timer has begun and it requires focus and confidence to get the results you want.  There isn’t time to take a break, or talk to a passerby.  Joe finds the process to be both calming and exhilarating! Most of his paintings require 3-4 washes, or layers of paint.  His favorite stages are the initial underlying wash when he uses lots of water and let colors mix and flow, and the final touches, when he uses heavy pigment, hoping to add just the right amount of detail. The surroundings in West Marin provide countless subjects and inspiration.  At times Joe will intentionally seek out a subject, but his favorites are the ones he stumbles upon when taking a walk on the beach or driving along Highway 1. As an artist, the two elements he focuses on are DEPTH and ATMOSPHERE.  It’s a magical moment when a flat piece of paper suddenly appears 3-dimensional with a single brushstroke. Using value, overlapping shapes, and composition Joe tries his best to guide the viewer throughout the painting.  Once that perspective has been established, he also wants the viewer to feel the essence of the painting’s atmosphere.  To feel the crisp air of an overcast morning, hear the crash of a wave, or sense the stillness of calm water are feelings we are familiar with in this area.  If he can capture that moment, and allow you to feel it every time you see the painting, then he has achieved his goal. See more of his work on Instagram. 

Mary and Joseph Siedman’s opening reception is on Saturday, February 4th from 3-5pm, in the gallery. 

The Dance Palace Community & Cultural Center

(415) 663-1075

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503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, California 94956
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Artist Reception – Sarah Killingsworth – IN PERSON

November 4, 2022 by Chris Grace

December 9, 2022 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm PST

Join Sarah Killingsworth at her opening art reception. Sarah is the Dance Palace featured artist for December 2022.

Sarah Killingsworth is a conservation photographer and filmmaker who has always loved wildlife and exploring wild places. She lives in Inverness part-time, and even when she is elsewhere, her heart is always in the Point Reyes National Seashore.  These photographs are the result of countless hours in the wilderness, watching and capturing animal behavior.  Passionate about stories of coexistence, especially with native predators, Sarah is inherently curious about the intersection of humans and wildlife habitats, how wildlife adapts to ever-encroaching human development as well as ways we can work to protect species before they become endangered.  Sarah is a frequent public speaker about wildlife, photography, and ethics.  A certified California Naturalist, Sarah is a member of the Board of the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin and the NANPA Ethics Committee and is also the Program Coordinator for the Keeping it Wild Youth Education and Outreach Program with Project Coyote.  You can see more of her photography on her website, or on Instagram @skwildlifephotos.

The Dance Palace Community & Cultural Center

(415) 663-1075

View Organizer Website

info@dancepalace.org

Lobby Art Gallery

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503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, California 94956
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Sarah Killingsworth – Dance Palace Artist for December

November 4, 2022 by Chris Grace

December 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022 PST

We are excited to once again feature artists in our Lobby Art Gallery! This month, we welcome Sarah Killingsworth to the gallery.

Sarah Killingsworth is a conservation photographer and filmmaker who has always loved wildlife and exploring wild places. She lives in Inverness part-time, and even when she is elsewhere, her heart is always in the Point Reyes National Seashore.  These photographs are the result of countless hours in the wilderness, watching and capturing animal behavior.  Passionate about stories of coexistence, especially with native predators, Sarah is inherently curious about the intersection of humans and wildlife habitats, how wildlife adapts to ever-encroaching human development as well as ways we can work to protect species before they become endangered.  Sarah is a frequent public speaker about wildlife, photography, and ethics.  A certified California Naturalist, Sarah is a member of the Board of the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin and the NANPA Ethics Committee and is also the Program Coordinator for the Keeping it Wild Youth Education and Outreach Program with Project Coyote.  You can see more of her photography on her website, or on Instagram @skwildlifephotos.

Sarah’s opening reception is on Friday, December 9, from 5:00pm-7:00pm, in the gallery.

The Dance Palace Community & Cultural Center

(415) 663-1075

View Organizer Website

info@dancepalace.org

Lobby Art Gallery

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503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, California 94956
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    September 24 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT

After School Art* – Fall 2023

August 9, 2022 by Chris Grace

December 13 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PST

A multicultural art program taught at the Dance Palace for children ages 7-12. Artists of many cultures will be invited to participate. The children will use two- and three-dimensional media—painting, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, and textiles— to develop their own unique expressions. Visits to local galleries are included. A snack is provided before class. Enrollment is limited.

To register call 663-8995 or email lorfar54@gmail.com

Wednesdays, Grades 2-6 only: 3:30pm-4:30pm

  • Fall Session 1: September 6, 13, 20, 27 & October 4 & 11, 2023 – 6 classes
  • Fall Session 2*: November 1, 8, 22 & December 6 & 13, 2023 – 6 classes
  • *No class on November 22

SPACE LIMITED, session enrollment required; no drop-ins.

*Instructor led classes are held independently at the Community Center.  Contact the instructor directly for up-to-date information on holiday schedules and class questions, to register, and to make class tuition payments.

Scholarships may be available from the Dance Palace.

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Programa artístico multicultural impartido en el Palacio de la Danza para niños de 7 a 12 años. Se invitará a participar a artistas de muchas culturas. Los niños utilizarán medios bidimensionales y tridimensionales -pintura, grabado, cerámica, joyería y textiles- para desarrollar sus propias expresiones únicas. Se incluyen visitas a galerías locales. Se ofrece un tentempié antes de la clase. El número de alumnos es limitado.

Para inscribirse llame al 663-8995 o envíe un correo electrónico a lorfar54@gmail.com

Miércoles, Grados 2-6 solamente: 3:30pm-4:30pm

  • Sesión de otoño 1: 6, 13, 20, 27 de septiembre y 4 y 11 de octubre de 2023 – 6 clases
  • Sesión de otoño 2*: Noviembre 1, 8, 22 & Diciembre 6 & 13, 2023 – 6 clases
  • *No hay clase el 22 de noviembre

PLAZAS LIMITADAS, se requiere inscripción por sesión; no se admiten inscripciones espontáneas.

*Las clases dirigidas por un instructor se imparten de forma independiente en el Centro Comunitario. Póngase en contacto directamente con el instructor para obtener información actualizada sobre horarios de vacaciones y preguntas sobre las clases, para inscribirse y para realizar los pagos de la matrícula de las clases.

El Palacio de Baile puede conceder becas.

Loretta Farley

(415) 663-8995

Board Room

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503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 United States
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After School Art* – Spring 2023

August 9, 2022 by Chris Grace

May 10 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PDT

A multicultural art program taught at the Dance Palace for children ages 7-12. Artists of many cultures will be invited to participate. The children will use two- and three-dimensional media—painting, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, and textiles— to develop their own unique expressions. Visits to local galleries are included. A snack is provided before class. Enrollment is limited.

To register call 663-8995 or email lorfar54@gmail.com

Wednesdays, Grades 2-6 only: 3:30pm-4:30pm

Spring Session 1: January 18 & 25 and February 1, 8 & 15 – $50, 5 classes
Spring Session 2: March 1, 8, 15 & 22 – $40, 4 classes
Spring Session 3: April 26 and May 3, 10, 17 & 24 – $50, 5 classes

SPACE LIMITED, session enrollment required; no drop-ins.

*Instructor led classes are held independently at the Community Center.  Contact the instructor directly for up-to-date information on holiday schedules and class questions, to register, and to make class tuition payments.

Scholarships available from the Dance Palace.

Loretta Farley

(415) 663-8995

Board Room

(Click name for detailed map of venues)

503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 United States
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After School Art* – Holiday Session – IN PERSON

August 9, 2022 by Chris Grace

December 7, 2022 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PST

A multicultural art program taught at the Dance Palace for children ages 7-12. Artists of many cultures will be invited to participate. The children will use two- and three-dimensional media—painting, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, and textiles— to develop their own unique expressions. Visits to local galleries are included. A snack is provided before class. Enrollment is limited.

To register call 663-8995 or email lafar20@gmail.com

Wednesdays, Grades 2-6 only: 3:30pm-4:30pm

Fall 2022 Session: September 21 & 28; October 5, 12, 19 & 26; and November 2 & 9 – $80, 8 classes

Special Holiday Session: November 30 & December 7 – $20, 2 classes

SPACE LIMITED, session enrollment required; no drop-ins.

*Instructor led classes are held independently at the Community Center.  Contact the instructor directly for up-to-date information on holiday schedules and class questions, to register, and to make class tuition payments.

Loretta Farley

(415) 663-8995

Board Room

(Click name for detailed map of venues)

503 B Street
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 United States
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