"Moonlight on the Vine" Unveiled at Seven Feathers Casino Convention Center: 3rd Annual Southern Oregon Festival of Arts

Moonlight on the Vine 12x24 acrylic, molding paste and metallic pigment ©Sandi Whetzel

 This, my most recent wine series painting, is unlike any other I have created so far.  My photography cannot do justice to the textures of the designs carved in molding paste, or the shimmering of metallic gold pigment and marble-like background textures.  This one must be seen in person to appreciate its elegant intricacies.  As soon as I finish publishing this post, I'll be adding the finishing touches to this contemporary painting.  I'm proud to show it as part of my lineup of "wine pairings" during the 3rd Annual Southern Oregon Festival of Arts.

Seven Feathers Casino Resort Convention Center will host the 3rd annual Southern Oregon Festival of Arts on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Canyonville, OR, just off I-5.  Enjoy browsing fine art and other creations by Oregon artists and artisans.  The variety ranges from one of a kind jewelry makers, pottery artisans, wood working and photography.  Artists will show abstract, floral, western and wine-themed works in oil, watercolor and acrylics.  This is the ideal place to browse for gifts or for yourself.  Enjoy live music by four local groups as you browse this select group of artisans' distinctive offerings.

In addition to the festival, nearby in the same building are two other events.  The Jefferson State Antique Bottle and Collector Show and Sale and Stampfest 2012 for stamp collectors are both celebrating their 10th year at Seven Feathers. If you attend any of these events, please stop by my space at the Art Festival and introduce yourself.

To see more of Sandi Whetzel's art in a slideshow, click  here , or for a more detailed look at her art, click     here .

Sandi Whetzel's Art Featured at Seven Feathers Convention Center, Canyonville, OR: the South Douglas County Festival of Arts

R.S.V.P. Requested 24x12 acrylic © Sandi Whetzel

Sandi Whetzel's contemporary art will be on exhibit at the Seven Feathers Casino Convention Center as part of the first ever South Douglas County Festival of Arts, October 16, from 9 am to 5 pm.  Admission to the event is free and in addition to fine art there will be wine tasting hosted by Delfino vineyards in the afternoon, live music by four different musical groups, live demonstrations, door prizes and free hands-on art activities for adults and children.  KPIC TV of Roseburg will be airing commercial advertisement of the festival on Wednesday, October 6 and one of my painting images will be shown.  How cool is that? There will be access to food at the entrance to the event, so you can plan to spend as much of the day as you like checking out everything at the festival.  Also in the building in a separate section will be Stampfest 2010 for stamp collectors and the Jefferson State Antique Bottle and Collectibles Show.  All events are free to the public. For more information about these two events click here .

I am really looking forward to this lively event.  I've heard some of the music and it is easy on the ears.  I am also excited because I will have the first of my wine themed apparel available for sale.  I've received a lot of very positive feedback regarding the first image, "R.S.V.P.", (photo above).  I will have men's and women's polo style shirts, women's scooped neck with cap sleeves and a few spaghetti strapped tops for women.  All shirts will be solid black with the image of this very popular painting at the left side of the shirt from the shoulder down across the chest and will float against the black background of the shirt.  It has a very classy, elegant look for both men's and women's attire.  It is a very unique, one of a kind image.  You can be one of the first to wear one of these shirts and everyone will ask how they can get one. If you cannot attend this event but are interested in purchasing one of these black shirts, email me at the email link to the right of this post or call me at 541-825-3525 for pricing and availability of each of the three shirt styles and sizes.

Artist, Sandi Whetzel Featured at SUVA Gallery: Gala Grand Opening Celebration in Canyonville, OR, March 5, 2010

Earth, Wind, Fire 30x24 acrylic ©Sandi Whetzel

SUVA Gallery, (South Umpqua Valley Arts) is the new tourist attraction located in downtown Canyonville, Oregon at 525 Main Street.  The First Friday Artist Reception and Grand Opening Celebration of SUVA Gallery is Friday evening, March 5, 2010, from 5-8 pm at the SUVA Gallery.  Refreshments, Hors d'oeuvres and  live jazz music will be served  against the backdrop of amazing art by some of the area's local artisans.  This is a great opportunity to take in the art and meet the artists, while celebrating  the opening of the gallery.   SUVA Gallery's normal business hours are 10 am-5:30 pm, Tuesdays -  Saturdays. For information, call 541-839-4282.

The Bead Mecca, next door to SUVA Gallery, will also be open the night of SUVA's opening and is having a 25% off sale.  Bead Mecca is a retail Bead Store committed to providing quality beads and beading supplies with superior customer service.  They offer a creative and supportive environment for learning the art of beading and jewelry making with free tutorials and beading tips. You can visit Bead Mecca's website here . That makes two storefronts brimming with creativity and curiosity, side by side on Main Street, Canyonville.

A number of artists are represented in SUVA Gallery.  Among them is Sandi Whetzel of Days Creek, just 10 minutes from the gallery.  As you walk into the gallery, Whetzel's vividly colored abstract works nearly pop off the wall opposite the entry door.  Her current exhibit is in keeping with the focus of the gallery: contemporary craft that makes you feel good--Colorful, whimsical and nature inspired.  Her current exhibit is all of that and more.  Anchoring her graceful, playful abstract series of dancing trees is a a larger painting of a curvaceous trio of trees swaying in the wind; rooted in a brilliantly colored swell of earth and silhouetted against a scarlet blazing sunset. It lives up to its title, Earth, Wind, Fire.  It is a painting that stimulates your senses.

Sandi is excited to be involved with SUVA Gallery which is practically in her back yard.  She will be hosting the gallery on the first Saturday of each month as her schedule permits in between other exhibitions.  "I always enjoy meeting the art viewers, getting their feedback about my work and answering any questions they have.  This will be a unique opportunity to meet new people and be involved with the sales process in a completely different venue.  How many artists get to be part of the gallery experience?  I hope to learn a lot in the process," Whetzel stated.  "It is exciting to think that Canyonville may become an even more popular hub of tourism.  Canyonville needs a gallery to entertain visitors from Seven Feathers Casino and RV Resorts that border our town and to contribute to the culture of our community.  This is a great opportunity to help Canyonville prosper, " Sandi continues.

Canyonville is a small historic town in Oregon, located 98 miles North of the California border and 25 miles South of Roseburg on the I-5 Corridor  With easy access off and on the freeway, Canyonville is the perfect stopping point for travelers.  Stroll down Main Street through the historic and picturesque downtown and shop for antiques and gifts, or visit Pioneer Park.  The quaint 4 block downtown has a nice mix of retail and service businesses, including a Post Office, Bank and restaurants.  Canyonville is a pedestrian and bicycle friendly community.  The charming city is also home to Seven Feathers Casino and RV Resort.  Seven Feathers is a luxurious resort, Indian casino and versatile conference center.  The RV Resort offers a quiet and pristine setting for RV guests, located in Southern Oregon's beautiful "Land of the Umpqua".