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. For more information contact (707) 391-3664
Grace Hudson Museum, 431 S Main St, Ukiah
Spend a part of your First Friday Art Walk at the Grace Hudson Museum as we welcome back Yoli Rose and her band Redbud. They were essentially our house band for a few months last summer during our exhibition, Something’s Happening Here, about the back-to-the-land movement in Mendocino County. Come for the music and stay for our current special exhibition,Deep Roots, Spreading Branches: Fine Woodworking from the Krenov School. This will be the last chance to see the show on a First Friday as it closes on August 18. You might also want to have a look at our core galleries, featuring Grace Hudson’s artwork, exquisite Pomo basketry, and Hudson-Carpenter family history. If it’s not too hot, take a stroll around our Wild Gardens and check out what’s in bloom during the heart of summer. Light refreshments will be available. On First Fridays, the Museum is free for everyone, all day and evening!
W Real Estate, 101 N State Street, Ukiah
Isabel is a Mexican American painter whose vibrant palette breathe life into every canvas.
Isabel’s approach is anything but conventional. By experimenting with unexpected color combinations and layering techniques, she pushes the boundaries of traditional painting, creating immersive experiences that invites viewers to see the world through her eyes. Through her art, she seeks to challenge perceptions, ignite conversations, and inspire others to embrace the beauty of diversity in every brush stroke.
Ukiah Library, 105 N Main St, Ukiah
The Ukiah Branch Library staff invites the community to join us for Art Walk Ukiah on Friday, August 2 from 5-7 p.m. During July and August, we will feature a mixed media exhibit created by the talented Ukiah Library staff. The featured art will include poetry, crochet, sewing, painting, collage, photography, and other handmade crafts.
Each staff member brings their unique background, experience, and skillset to the library and uses their own mediums to feed their artistic passions. This very special Art Walk event is an opportunity to showcase what our library staff creates on their own time, “After Work.”
The Branch will host live music by Clay Hawkins and an all-ages matchbook altar-making craft program. Enjoy a book sale by the Ukiah Valley Friends of the Library as you browse the Art Walk.
This exhibit is free to the public, open to all ages, and sponsored by the Ukiah Valley Friends of the Library and Mendocino County Library.
The Lot, corner of Standley and Main Street, Ukiah
Immerse yourself in a unique fusion of creativity and convenience at The Lot, a vibrant addition to Ukiah’s First Friday Art Walk. Nestled within a bustling parking lot, The Lot showcases local crafters and artists, transforming mundane spaces into bustling hubs of inspiration. Discover handcrafted treasures, engage with artisans, and witness creativity in action as you explore this dynamic enclave. Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of The Lot, where art and community converge under the open sky.
Local Roots, 195 Seminary Ave, Ukiah
Local Roots Dispensary is excited to participate in Ukiah’s First Friday Art Walk on August 2, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring local artist Deborah Knoles and her “Pure Mendo” series—a collection of large canvas collages made from 40-year-old High Times magazines. The event will be held at 195 Seminary Ave., with some pieces displayed in the lobby for those under 21. Join us to support local art and experience Deborah’s unique and inspiring work.
Medium Gallery, 518 E Perkins Street, Ukiah
The Deep Valley Arts Collective presents “Anywhere But Here,” a group art exhibition at MEDIUM Art Gallery in Ukiah, running from August 2 to August 31, 2024. The exhibition explores themes of time, place, and wanderlust through various mediums, including photos, artwork, letters, journal entries, and more. The opening reception, featuring live performances by Adrianna Martin, Emma Rea, and Jah Dready, will take place during the First Friday Art Walk on August 2, from 5:00-8:00 p.m., with beverages, light refreshments, and a community postcard art project. MEDIUM Art Gallery is located in the Pear Tree Center in Ukiah.
Art Center Ukiah, 201 S State Street, Ukiah
The “dog days of summer” is a phrase made popular during the time of the Roman Empire, thousands of years ago. It refers to the rising and falling of Sirius, known as the “Dog Star,” during the hot and stifling summer months of July and August. Local artists are providing some creative responses to the intense heat of our inland climate. Woodcut prints, etchings, fabric art, photographs, paintings and sculpture. The First Friday opening on August from 5-8pm featuring music Michael Oberg.
Corner Gallery Ukiah August 2024 “Place, Story, Vision: Two Viewpoints”, 201 S State Street, Ukiah
The Anderson Valley artist couple, Marvin and Colleen Schenck, will present their unique views of realism and fantasy. Working in collage, painting, printmaking, and drawing, they create images from views on scenic daily walks to flights of fantasy inspired from discarded media images and found objects.
Colleen’s two-dimensional works include her imaginative mixed media photo collages and her larger, colored pencil drawings. Her delicate realist finesse in that media is reminiscent of her craftsman touch in another art passion, creating jewelry. Marvin’s main art subject is the landscape. He enjoys the variety of views available in Mendocino County. His colorful acrylic and watercolor works employ a lively expressionist point of view seeking the sole of nature in the scene. His love of color sometimes bursts out as a series of bright abstract images. Also imaginative, are his story collage series that span themes of fantasy, political history, and the lives of his ancestors.
MCAA pony wall artist for August- Cindy Lindgren, inventive watercolors,
Young Artist Wall: – Marin Lake and Tiby Owen – joint show – acrylic on canvas with collage elements.
The First Friday opening celebration for “Place, Story, Vision: Two Viewpoints” will be on August 2 from 5-8pm. Live music will be provided throughout the evening by Michael Oberg.
Paradigm, 312 N School Street, Ukiah
On Friday, August 2, Paradigm collective will be hostessing Diza Hope with her paintings -Beautiful, bright colorful nature focused images of bugs, birds and flowers. Her designs will be on display from 5 to 8 PM in the backyard of Paradigm in The Oasis.
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.
Event Details:
• Date: Friday, August 2, 2024
• Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Locations: Various venues throughout Historic Downtown Ukiah
• Contact: Mo Mulheren, Ukiah Valley Networking
• Email: ukiahvalleynetworking@gmail.com
• Phone: 707-391-3664
For more information on participating venues and artists, please visit artwalkukiah.org or contact Mo Mulheren.