Oct 1

Oct 1 Arts Fall 2024

In the Realm of Spiders

OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM | GROUP SHOW
***130 West Ojai Avenue*** | October 24 - December 8
EXHIBITION RECEPTION (FREE):
Fri, Nov 1, 5-7 pm

Artists Included:
Joel Fox @joeldepartment
Rosemary Hall @rosemaryhhall
Cassandra C. Jones @jpegmountain
Jeff Mann @jeffmannstudio
Steve Sprinkle @farmerandthecookojai
Jamie Stratford @claymie_stratford

From curator Cassandra C. Jones:

"In the Realm of Spiders" examines our complex feelings about spiders and the spectrum of emotions, between fear and wonder, that arachnids and their webs evoke.

Through photography, ceramics, claymation, drawing, and installation, this collection of work illuminates spiders' remarkable abilities as architects and hunters, the geometry of web formations, how they express unique personalities, and their contributions to humanity as pest control and pollinators.

From Joel Fox's neon-painted webs and Steve Sprinkle's evocative poetry to the whimsical charm of Jamie Stratford's claymation spiders, Jeff Man's illustration, and Rosemary Hall's powerful sculptural work that explores the microcosm, this exhibition challenges perceptions and reveals intricate connections that bind us to the natural world. It celebrates our relationship with arachnids, urging us to confront our fears, embrace the unknown, and celebrate their extraordinary diversity and importance to life on Earth.

CGBF SCHOOL SHOW

CAROLYN GLASOE BAILEY | STUDENT GROUP SHOW
***248 South Montgomery Street*** | November 1 - November 9
Opening: Friday, November 1, 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Ojai’s vibrant art scene is set to expand this November 1st with The School Show, an inspiring exhibition that brings together works from both students and teachers across six local schools. The showcase will feature creative pieces from Thacher, Ojai Valley School, Oak Grove School, Nordhoff, Villanova, and Besant Hill, reflecting a diverse range of talents and perspectives. Visitors are invited to celebrate the artistic accomplishments of Ojai’s educational community. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to view art through the fresh eyes of students and the seasoned perspectives of educators, all in one dynamic space.

Image: Danielle Jowell

New Earth Hotline

SPORE SPACE | COLE RYDER
***221 East Matilija Street*** | October 19 - December 15 | Opening Reception October 19

San Francisco-based artist and brand designer Cole Ryder, originally from Ojai, is bringing his latest interactive exhibit, "New Earth Hotline," to Spore Space, located at 221 E. Matilija St. in the heart of downtown Ojai. Opening on Saturday, October 19, the exhibit invites visitors to engage with recorded phone messages in which individuals share one truth they believe to be certain. Ryder, who holds an MFA in Design from California College of the Arts and a BA from UCLA, has a diverse background spanning architectural design, woodworking, and fabrication. His artistic work reflects a commitment to fostering a more thoughtful and compassionate future.

SCIART 25

STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS | GROUP SHOW
***2222 East Ventura Blvd, Camarillo*** | October 5 - December 14

From Studio Channel Islands:

SCIART25 explores the rich creative community that has enabled Studio Channel Islands to flourish over the last quarter century.

Each of the artists in the exhibition has played an important role in the development of the organization. Hiroko Yoshimoto and Tom McMillin were instrumental in the creation of the first studios and exhibition spaces.

Three Works

CANVAS + PAPER | Group Show
***311 N. Montgomery Street*** | September 26 - December 1

This intimate exhibition presents three compelling still life works by renowned artists across centuries. Jacob van Hulsdonck’s Still Life with Peaches and Plums (c. 1640) showcases the Flemish master’s meticulous detail and vibrant depiction of fruit. André Derain’s Still Life with Fruit (c. 1911) offers a bold, modernist interpretation, blending color and form. Finally, Georges Braque’s Glass and Fruit (1932) exemplifies his Cubist approach, exploring the relationship between everyday objects and abstract space. These works together celebrate the timeless allure of the still life genre across artistic movements.

Pictured: André Derain’s “Still Life with Fruit”