The scene. Art happenings in South Shore.
Autumn Abundance by Kristen Schwartz
Autumn in Tahoe is magical.
Colorful trees. Golden light. Cold nights. Serenity.
Warm Indian Summer days let us harvest Tahoe's rich bounty with gusto and gratitude.
It’s time to celebrate the change of seasons before an intense Tahoe winter blankets us.
To mark this special time, South Shore illustrator Kristen Schwartz created the Goddess of Autumn Abundance.
Evidence of Water @ LTCC Sept 27 - Dec 6
Opening Saturday, Sept. 27 in Lake Tahoe Community College's Foyer Gallery is the work of southern California photographer, Catherine Roberts Leach.
The exhibit titled, "Evidence of Water" is a series of photographs whose subject matter are the images people see in reflected water.
Three Generations of Creativity @ SLT Library thru Sept 30
It's all in the family.
Art that is.
Check out how three generations of women express themselves through art at the South Lake Tahoe Library through September.
Study Art in Florence with Phyllis Shafer, LTCC Art Instructor Oct 2009
Each year, the Lake Tahoe Community College gives students the opportunity to live and learn out of the country.
Well how does learning art in Florence, Italy sound with LTCC Art Instructor and renowned local artist, Phyllis Shafer?
Magnifico!
South Shore Log Sculptor
The rustic beauty of logs are sculpted into some very interesting home accents by this local South Shore artist.
TAL Open Studio Tour Sept 6-7
Back by popular demand.
It's the TAL Open Studio tour, kicking off with a reception Sept 5th at Picchetti's Winery.
World Cultures at Valhalla in August
No need to travel in August.
Just head to Valhalla for international culture with plenty of local flavor.
World Jazz, Celtic music, Tibetan Cultural Festival, Reggae Festival and the Multicultural Healing Festival.
Fantastical and Botanical illustrations Art Show, Aug 1-8 @ Valhalla
You may have heard of botanicals...but what about fantasticals?
Head to Valhalla August 1 through 8 and meet local illustrator Kristen Schwartz who specializes in both!
Emerging Young Innovators…Blacklisted. July 31-Aug 2
The Blacklist 3.
An Independent Art & Film Festival goes unplugged in South Shore.
Call for Artists and Other Creative Locals…Inspired by Fire: Art due July 28
One can't very well run out into a burning forest brandishing a paintbrush. But we can help out with recovery.
Tahoe: Lost & Found is a community art show and art auction open to all Tahoe-Truckee artists.
Due date for submissions is July 28, 2008.
Sketching Workshops with Kristen Schwartz, July 19 - Sept 28
So you want to learn to sketch, or hone your skills.
Learn how to transcend photography with this fun and powerful art form at these outdoor summer workshops.
Susan Hartzell Photography @ SLT Library thru July 15
"Nature's Light", a one-woman show by Tahoe photographer, Susan Hartzell, will be featured at the South Lake Tahoe library through July 15.
Lake Tahoe Fine Arts Festival July 12 & 13
In its seventh year, the Festival of Fine Arts is the place to find the most extensive collection of fine art on the South Shore.
Interactive Art Displays for Kids at Discovery Center @ LTCC Art Gallery
Did you ever wonder what artists see when they create their art?
What about you? What do you imagine when you are working on your art projects?
South Shore Artist Featured on m2 Wine Label
The work of Lake Tahoe fine artist Reds Regan is featured on a Lodi zinfandel which was recently released in June 2008.
Kokanee Salmon Artist @ LTCC Art Gallery thru June 12
"I saw them for the first time last year, and was struck by the rhythms of the schools of fish swimming in formation, their beautiful colours, and the opportunity to witness so poetically the end of one phase of a life cycle, and the beginning of another."
Shelley Hocknell, South Shore artist.
Live Performances and Art take over Valhalla in June
If you haven't been to Valhalla for a concert, play, art show or cultural event, you're missing a Tahoe treasure.
The 2008 season line up has expanded to showcase more local talent from artists, musicians, writers, comics and performers.
LTCC Student ARt Exhibit thru June 14
LTCC produces some of the finest artists in the Sierras.
Come see for yourself.
Learn to paint on Silk with Addie June 30 - July 17
She loves the luscious feel of silk, and uses it as her exclusive canvas for her paintings, wall hangings, and silk art clothing.
Learn how she does it this summer.
Lake Mother Watching by Kristen Schwartz
I had always wanted to create a piece that showed the joy of a mother watching over her child - in this case Lake Tahoe.
The Underground Artists come Up for Air
Their driving force - or inspiration - is simple:
Art, Love and Chocolate!
Watercolor demo by Randall Straus June 11
"Painting is largely a matter of inspiration and seeing things clearly," Randall Straus, North Shore artist.
Sculptured Masterpieces by David Foster @ Haldan Art Gallery thru June 21
His art embodies Renaissance ideals of blending classical beauty with naturalism.
Call to Artists: Original Poster Needed for Annual Wine Tasting Event
Here's your chance.
Soroptimist Int'l of South Lake Tahoe is seeking an original poster design for its 2008 "An Evening of Food and Wine Tasting" fund raising event held in November.
In addition to exposure of your talents, you can also win $500 + 2 tickets!
Contest runs until May 31.
Amy Barber Washoe Indian Basket part of South Shore Art Appraiser Collection
Amy Barber (1910-2000) came from a long line of Washoe basket weavers.
Along with master basket weaver Dat-So-La-Lee, Amy Barber helped to preserve the tradition and culture of the Washoe in their beautiful baskets.
Frogs by K. Schwartz, South Shore Illustrator
The magical and insightful world of frogs.
Insightful?
Frogs are one of nature's headline bands signaling change.
Listen up.
2008 TAL Artists Registry in the Works
Artists.
Get noticed in the 2008 Tahoe Art League Artists Registry.
True to Her Heart: Christie Ussher
She expresses her art on canvas, buildings, walls and metal.
And skin, film, stone and cars.
South Shore’s Art Hub: The Loft on Ski Run
Artists looking for that quintessential spot to display their art, hold a show or play music are in luck.
Local illustration featured at International Art Show in New York
While most people use ink jet printers to chronicle family vacations on photo paper, some artists use them to create art on alternative surfaces.
Like silk.
Lake Mermaid by K Schwartz
Forget Tahoe Tessie.
LTCC Art Gallery features Local Art
Did you know...South Shore has an acclaimed art gallery?
Experience Costa Rica with South Shore Photographer April 1-11, 2008
"It's not a vacation, it's an ADVENTURE!"
Says Jim Stamates, South Shore wildlife photographer and trip leader.
Kristen Schwartz - Fantastical Illustrations
An accomplished illustrator, Kristen has captured many of Tahoe's icons and other worldly fantasticals including this image of Cave Rock woman.
Locally Made Valentine’s Day “Art Helmets” in Truckee during February
Boxes of chocolate are always appreciated.
But, how about something completely different for Valentine’s Day this year?
Recycling for Art’s sake.
The beauty of recycling is artistically captured in her unique creations.
"Recycle, Re-create, Re-energize" is the theme of this highly acclaimed local artist who is fascinated with the after life of recycled products.
ARt Walk. 3rd weekends - South Shore
Now, it's easy to visit several art galleries in South Shore and meet local artists.
LTCC Art Gallery Director featured in national Art Magazine
Her art is a lyrical expression of her innate awareness to her surroundings.
Well known by college art students, she is currently featured in the December issue of the highly acclaimed national art magazine American Style.
Melissa Lanitis Gregory - Art with a Recycled Soul
Mixed-media artist Melissa Lanitis Gregory came to Tahoe for 4 days…20 years ago.
Leaving her Assistant Art Director job in New York City for a waitressing job in Tahoe seemed like a no-brainer.
Keep Tahoe Happy
It's easy to be grateful living in Tahoe like Hyacinth Faery pictured here.
Tahoe Art League. 43 years young.
What started as a social club in 1964 is still going strong in South Shore.
The Tahoe Art League.
TAMC Collectible Sticker #1 hits the Street
Have you seen it?
Don't miss out.
Only a limited number were printed.
Monkey Eating a Twinkie by NC
I love meeting people with different perspectives of our world.
Different is subjective though. Different to some is "normal" to others. That's why I like artists.
Like Nick Cope.
Angora images at LTCC thru Sept 14
They captured the moments of that devastating day, June 24.
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