Lunaria Gallery celebrates 20 Years of Art. The 20th Anniversary kicks off in February with an invitational show of past and current members and a special founders show in the upstairs gallery area. From March through October, smaller, themed shows will also feature past member’s work. January’s memorial exhibit showcased art of members who have passed.
Silverton has built a reputation as an artsy town and credit goes to Lunaria Gallery for inspiration and sustainability. Twenty years ago, five artists got together with the idea of creating a space to display and sell their work. Teresa Burgett took the lead and was joined by Theresa Sharrar, Ann Altman, Shannon Rice, and Tonia Jenkins. Initially they occupied a small corner of the Wild Iris café, which is now O'Brien's. That first “First Friday” event featured the paintings of Teresa Burgett and was accompanied by appetizers and wine. It was the start of a tradition of inspiration mixed with fun, that has continued every month until today.
Before long the gallery expanded. Early additions to the crew were Celia Stapleton, Misha Brown, Marcella Gentzkow, and Susan Heise-McGinnis. As the gallery gained traction, even more artists came on board. The gallery re-located a couple of times before settling in its current location on Water Street.
Each month shines a spotlight on one or two member artists. Juried members , guest artists and consigning artists’ work is rotated monthly The Gallery offers monthly receptions, online presence and monthly free e-newsletter by subscription. This year promises to mark its 20 years with a throwback to the past while making art for the future.
Date and Time
Monday Mar 2, 2015
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST
Open Daily 11 am - 5 pm
Location
113 N. Water St. Silverton
Contact Information
503-873-7734
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