January First Friday Art Walk
ART WALK: emphasis on ART and WALK. Ukiah is a very walkable town. Join artists and their hosts for an evening of art, music and refreshments as you stroll from one venue to the next; each showcasing local art and artistry. Held in Historic Downtown Ukiah on the first Friday of each month, the First Friday Art Walk is the perfect way to relax your body, mind and soul. This enjoyable evening begins at 5:00 p.m. and promises to delight your senses; all while enjoying the company of others.
Bona Marketplace, 116 W Standley Street, Ukiah
Bona Marketplace will be hosting Thao Phi’s Purifying Practices photo exhibit for the month of January. The visual imagery of this exhibit is centered around finding what is divine in the ordinary. Thao has been around photography her entire life; her dad has a knack for photography and captured her entire childhood in many photo albums. As she got out into the world, Thao found that she has an eye capturing the present moment. With a passion for traveling, being in nature, and spirituality, curation of this exhibit came naturally. The Purifying practices photo exhibit first displayed at Dharma Realm Buddhist University at the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas in Spring 2022 with a total of twenty-eight photos. Since then, excerpts of the exhibit have been featured at the Ukiah Natural Foods co-op and Savings Bank of Mendocino County. More photography and writing can be found at thaophi.com. Enjoy an evening immersed in photography of local sights and travels abroad!
Medium Art Gallery, 518 E. Perkins Street, Ukiah
Deep Valley Arts is pleased to announce their January group art exhibition titled “Potluck,” opening at MEDIUM Art Gallery in Ukiah and on display from January 3rd through February 1st, 2025. “Potluck” is a special group exhibition celebrating the artists who have been
steadfast supporters of Deep Valley Arts since its beginning. This dedicated core
group has worked tirelessly to shape and sustain this community gallery over the
years. The exhibition honors their invaluable contributions to the arts community by
showcasing their work. True to the spirit of a potluck, each participating artist will
bring one or two pieces of art to share, creating a diverse and meaningful collection.
Opening Reception: First Friday Art Walk: Friday, January 3rd, 2025, from
5:00-8:00 p.m. Beverages and light refreshments available (by potluck!). Wineprovided by Saracina Vineyards. Community Art Project: Bring a small item to add to a community assemblage sculpture. Items will be assembled after the opening to be a keepsake on display at the gallery. Music: The potluck approach will be taken to the evening’s music, with various
musicians sharing their talents. Come support the arts in our community!
As the community converges to celebrate art, culture, and connection, the First Friday Art Walk serves as a testament to Ukiah’s vibrant creative spirit. Join us in supporting local artists and fostering a thriving arts community.