Chico Visual Arts

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The Chico Visual Art Alliance is a non-profit organization based in Chico, California. Our mission is to foster an environment in which artists and the visual arts flourish, in order to enhance the cultural and economic well-being of our larger community.

07/07/2014

July 11, 2014, Downtown ARTabout, 5-8 pm

06/25/2014

Art+Talk:+What+a+trip! http://conta.cc/1pMgjOc

Years ago, when we first opened our doors at Avenue 9, founding partner Dolores Mitchell and I structured our new venture around the notion that we didn't want to have a traditional art gallery, but rather a place where the visual arts worked as the catalyst to spark thought, conversation, and commu…

06/18/2014

Wednesday June 18 at 5:30 pm. This program, entitled “Artist: Promote Thyself!”, is a not-to-miss opportunity to understand what it takes to get the word out about your work:
Don’t miss what has to be one of ChiVAA’s most valuable Meetings with a Message for artists. It’s at 1078 Gallery on Wednesday June 18 and it’s all about how to promote your art. Dolores Mitchell will attempt to squelch the all too common anxiety artists experience when writing statements. She’ll give tips on a creative approach to statements that counteracts fear of failure. Then, Jason Cassidy, the Chico News and Review Arts Editor, will share his “receiving end” perspective on materials that artists send him. He’ll give plenty of examples on what works, what does not, and why. The talks begin at 6 pm but the 5:30 social hour will allow you to chat with old and new friends in a spacious, air-conditioned setting–and, with inventive snacks.

06/12/2014

Loarca+in+Chico! http://conta.cc/1pNuwcN

06/11/2014

Next Up - UPTOWN!

Below is the June 13, 2014 Uptown ARTabout map. Make sure you print it out (a printable version is here: Printable Uptown map June 2014) and create for yourselves a little itinerary to ensure you don’t miss anything. All five venues this time have outdone themselves and the evening cannot possibly disappoint you. We’re into our summer hours of 5 to 8 pm and it’s lovely to be able to take advantage of the whole thing in the full light of day. Mild temperatures are predicted for the weekend, but I guarantee hot art! Hot art that’s cool, that

06/10/2014

June+happenings:+Uptown+ARTabout+&+Meeting+with+a+Message! http://conta.cc/1kLJSh3

There's nothing like the end of the school year and the beginning of summer to get us all remembering what's important in life. Time, for one thing. The extra daylight in the summer is a gift. Let's use some of it Friday night to go gallery and studio hopping in one of our most artistically rich nei…

06/09/2014

SAVE THE DATE!

June 18, 2014, Wednesday 5:30 t0 7:30, Meeting with a Message, 1078 Gallery: “Professional Presentation/How to Promote Yourself as an Artist.” If you are an artist, whether you are already exhibiting your work or just beginning to think about it, this meeting is for you. ChiVAA is planning an evening full of practical information imparted by experts in the field.
These meetings are structured to allow an orderly presentation of information as well as ample time for questions and discussion. They are worth their weight in gold. Yet…they are free!

05/09/2014

Connectivity is Contagious http://conta.cc/RtsQc4

The pace of exhibits, workshops, paint-outs and special events at Avenue 9 has accelerated from a canter to a gallop.  Right now we're showing Delbert Rupp's monumental vessels and sculptures (watch for his May 31 demo!) - plus a sampling of work by our Guild Artists.  

05/02/2014

Now in its fourth year, “Art at the Matador” presents a living gallery in this iconic Mission-style motel on the historic Esplanade. All three ARTabout neighborhoods will join us at this free, family-friendly celebration of local art, music, and performances on Friday May 9 (4-9pm) and Saturday May 10 (2-9pm). Enjoy live music as you meander through the rooms! Mutant Vehicles, Jazz, Extreme Quick Draw, Lumininjas Fire Dancing, Djs and a Cantina! Join us for a springtime weekend with seventy-five artists and a whole community celebrating our unique visual culture.

Hosted by ChiVAA, the Chico Visual Arts Alliance

Free parking courtesy of the Chico Nut Company is at 10th Avenue and the Esplanade

For more information, visit www.chivaa.org or call 530-487-4533

Chico Visual Arts Alliance