Once again, Arts Benicia and the Benicia-Vallejo American Association of University Women will be joining forces to conduct a panel discussing the topic of art. This is the eighth year the organization has put on a Creative Women’s Symposium. Past topics have focused on the importance of art in a community and the moments when […]
Local artist showcase returns to Arts Benicia for 23rd year
This year, Arts Benicia celebrates its diamond anniversary. To celebrate 30 years, the organization has several events planned. To kick things off, Arts Benicia will be presenting one of its oldest exhibits starting tomorrow. “Art of a Community” was first held in 1995 as a way to showcase the works of its talented member artists […]
Arts Benicia seeks contributions for End of Year Giving; Looks to 30th anniversary in 2017
By Vicki Dennis Special to the Herald Arts Benicia has been a vibrant force in the region for years, but 2017 has special meaning for the organization. “Next year, we will mark our 30th anniversary which speaks volumes to the long-term commitment to the arts in our community,” Celeste Smeland, executive director, said. But before […]
Arts Benicia gets playful in new juried exhibition
In many respects, the holiday season is a nostalgia-inducing time for a lot of people. Whether it is the atmosphere, imagery or deluge of Christmas songs, even grown adults can not help but be whisked back to the days of opening presents under the tree and receiving the hottest new toys. Whether timeless playthings like […]
Arts Benicia finds creative uses for paper in new exhibit
In the digital age, paper is an entity often overlooked. Not by Thomas Wojak though. The associate professor at the California College of the Arts in Oakland and member of Arts Benicia is the curator of the gallery’s new exhibition “Paper Cuts 2016,” featuring paper-based works by Master of Fine Arts graduates from nine Bay […]
Giddy up for Arts Benicia’s Wild West-themed auction, Sept. 24
Dust off your cowboy boots and Victorian top hats. This attire will serve you well at Arts Benicia’s 24th annual Art Auction and Gala with the theme “Wild Wild West: Silver Screen to Steampunk.” The art auction is an important fundraiser for Arts Benicia, as it provides support for all of the organization’s programs. “This […]
Arts Benicia juried exhibit explores theme of order and chaos
The notion of order versus chaos is a theme that has been around since at least biblical times. Ultimately, one can not create order without some form of chaos, and chaos has no meaning without order. This is certainly true in art, which is why it was chosen as the theme for Arts Benicia’s […]
Family Art Day to be held at Arts Benicia on Sunday
Arts Benicia will host another Family Art Day this Sunday, June 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. The gallery has been offering the free event for several years, always in conjunction with the latest exhibition. The current show, “Forma Natura,” will be on display through Sunday, July 10. Families are invited to stop by Sunday […]
Work becomes ‘natural’ for artists in new Arts Benicia exhibit
Many artists are inspired by the environments around them. For a lot of them, that environment is nature. The idea of nature being a source of art is the very premise for Arts Benicia’s newest exhibit, “Forma Natura.” “Forma Natura” features a variety of works by seven different artists. The exhibit is co-curated by […]
EcoArt Camp returns this summer for the creative youth
Hey, kids, summer is just around the corner. Soon the youth of Benicia will be awash with activities, whether it is going to the beach or the pool, having delicious barbecues or spending time at camp. When it comes to summer camps, there is no shortage in Solano County. For those who consider themselves to […]