Ashland's 2nd Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration!

In autumn, when the veil between worlds is the thinnest, cultures from around the world express their love and respect of family members who have passed.

At 5pm on Thursday, November 2nd we will meet at the Briscoe ArtWing on Laurel & N. Main (in the back of the former Briscoe Elementary). From here it’s off for adventure as we meander through the neighborhoods filled with performance and excitement as we walk to the cemetery! Come costumed as a skeleton and bring a drum or noisemaker!

During this time, Ashland art galleries will host community altars and artwork.

For more information contact: Cantrell 488-1633

Photo Caption: Photograph by David Lorenz Winston

Studio A.B

Studio A.B is celebrating the day after Dia de los Muertos with an altar and artwork made in remembrance of past loved ones. Art from the vault of time mixed with newer pieces honoring the worldwide holiday also will be on exhibit.

Ann DiSalvo works in charcoal, pastel, paint and pencil creating figures and abstracts, portraits and landscapes, illustrations and murals. She was recently featured in Art Along the Rogue, Grants Pass, drawing “American Gothic” 12-foot long in pastel on pavement.

Bruce Bayard works in electronic collage and has recently completed a commission for the Ashland Independent Film Festival 2007 poster, which will be on view for the month of November. A portion of the proceeds of a limited edition fine art print of the image will benefit AIFF programming.

Photo Caption: 2007 Ashland Independent Film Festival poster by B. Bayard

Frank Philipps Pottery

Frank Philipps Pottery showcases the decorative and functional pottery of Ashland potter, Frank Philipps. In addition, you will find quality pieces by craftsmen creating in glass, ceramics, and metal, and a changing display of two dimensional art.

This month's featured artist is Ashland photographer, Diana Standing. On a recent trip to Ashland's sister city, Guanajato, Mexico, Diana captured the romantic atmosphere of this charming city with images of the friendly people and beautiful architecture in vivid colors.

These photos will be on display through November 30. Frank and Diana will be available during First Friday Art Walk, 5-8pm, November 3rd at 88 North Main. For more information, call 541-488-4177.

Ashland Art Works

Ashland Art Works was awarded the Best Gallery in 2006 Taste of Ashland. Please visit the Dia de los Muertos community altar on our grounds. Plan to light a candle or bring an offering to honor the deceased.Imagine a lush garden setting, add thirteen artists, five galleries, plus five working studios and you have a working artists’ cooperative on the banks of Ashland Creek.

Potters and sculptors include Michael Walsh, Brent Gorman, Randy Warren, Lorene Senesac, Cheryl Kempner, Marcia O’Rourke, Annette Trujillo, and Donna Marie. Jewelry by Annette, Cheryl, and Elin Babcock. Assemblages, carvings and sculptures by Nelson Davis and Elin. Wearable hand dyed silks and home accessories by Joy Light. Painters include Michael Gibson and Linda Lamore. Our annual Holiday Art Show returns for the fourth year showcasing exclusive and affordable arts for holiday gift giving: jewelry, ceramics, and wearable art, fused glass, paintings and more.

Photo Caption: Ashland Art Works Gallery 291 Oak Street