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• Town Monument & Town Monument Sign created by David Roy

  • Start
    Tue, November 13, 2018
  • End
    Tue, December 31, 2019
  • Location
    Village Center

  Town Monument and 

  Town Monument Sign

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  After the Town Monument sign was damaged last year, the AAI commissioned David Roy to design and install a new one.  David Roy is the artist who created the Town Monument. “Harmony” is a wooden sculpture that weighs five tons and towers 25 feet over Idyllwild’s Village Center.  

   

  David Roy has lived in Idyllwild off and on for 24 years putting his talent to work as an artist working with wood and chainsaws. David worked for 5 years on “Harmony” and completed it in July, 2012.  David’s inspiration for his creation was endangered species.  That is why the California Condor and the Grizzly Bear feature prominently.  His favorite part is the Mountain Lion.  Four large cedar trees were glued together to create a raw block into which these life-sized native animals were carved.  It is a tribute to Gorilla Glue.  In fact, Gorilla Glue features Idyllwild’s Town Monument as one of their “Tough Stores” and as one of the largest projects using their products.  They dubbed it a “Monumental Task.”

   

  When the Monument was dedicated, Roy said:  “the work represents the balance of nature and the harmony of Idyllwild’s inhabitants.”

   

  Nearly every day, visitors honor this work of art by lining up for photographs with it.

   

  The new 4 foot by 8 foot sign has 13 characters on it:  A raven, squirrel, raccoon and other native birds add color and significance to the sign. Of special interest is the stone-colored wooden bench at the base of the sign with a realistic sculpture of a rattlesnake and gecko.  David Roy has spent the last two months creating this new photo opportunity for visitors.  

   

  The Art Alliance of Idyllwild owns the monument and sign and shares the responsibility of maintenance with the Rotary Club.  

   

   

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• Eye of the Artist - Awakening

  • When
    Fri, April 26, 2019
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    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Idyllwild Town Hall, 25925 Cedar Street, 92549
  • Registered
    43 registrants

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  Self-Portrait by N S David
  

  
  

  Free to the public.  Only artists need to register. 

  
  

  The Eye of the Artist event is AAI's second largest fundraiser.  Artists donate a piece of art to be raffled.   The money is used by the AAI to fund art education, exhibitions, grants and public art projects.  Because this is a fundraising event, artists are welcome to enter one piece of artwork for judging in more than one art category.  

  
  

  People who buy raffle tickets at the event may win up to 5 pieces of art.

  
  

  Artist Registration Information:

  • The optional theme for this year's Eye of the Artist is "Awakening".  Have fun with this expansive theme. 
    
  •  Click here Art Show Overview.doc to see a description of each art category, For this fund-raising event, Artists are invited to enter a piece in more than one category.
  • Not sure what you plan to donate and enter for judging?  No worries!  You can still sign-up and determine the category, title, price later.  Complete your registration by contacting artinidyllwild@gmail.com at least a week in advance of the event.
    
  • All hanging pieces must be wired and ready for hanging.
    
  • There are no limitations on size or medium for this show.
  • Because this is a fundraiser, non-members may donate a piece for our cause.  However, only an AAI Member's artwork may compete for ribbons.  Click here to  Join or Renew Membership
    
  • In exchange for donating your artwork, any hanging fees for AAI's 2019 shows will be waived.
    
  • You will be asked to read and acknowledge a Limited Liability Waiver
  • Please send photos of your artwork to artinidyllwild@gmail.com and promote the event on social media.

  Important Dates:      
  

  • April 24 - Deadline for registering
  • Drop off entries at the AAI Art Visitors Center at the Courtyard Gallery any week-end on Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 4pm.
  • Drop off entries at the Town Hall from 10:30am to 12pm on Friday, April 26th.
  • April 26- help set up, hang artwork, and take down (register your option online)
  • April 26 - attend the event and join in the fun!

  Our patron inns look forward to welcoming you.  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• AAI Life Figure Open Studio

  • When
    Sat, April 27, 2019
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    26409 Saundrers Meadow Road, Idyllwild, 92549
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  Join an active group of Painters, Photographers and Sketch Artists who hone their life figure drawing and photographic skills each month.  Capture the best each life figure model has to offer.  

  
  

  We employ male and female models, nude or clothed, sometimes in costume.  If you would like to model, contact artinidyllwild@gmail.com

  
  

  Please register for planning purposes, though walk-ins are welcome.  Students under 18 welcome with written consent from their parents or legal guardians.

    
  

  
  

  The venue is Elanie Moore's studio, 26409 Saunders Meadow Road, Idyllwild, CA 92549.  To access the studio, walk down the dirt road between 26409 B and the Idyllwild School's Ball Field.  Call Elanie on 626-347-3616 for directions or information.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Artist Studio Tour

  • When
    Sat, May 11, 2019
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    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Start at Courtyard Gallery, 54240 Ridgeview Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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  Idyllwild Artist Studio Tour

  See our creative artists in action, listen to live music, enjoy refreshments, see art demonstrations and create your own art.  Each studio has its own special offers.

  At each studio you visit, you will get 2 FREE raffle tickets and a chance to win one of three art-filled Raffle Baskets.  Visit all 8 studios to improve your chances!

  Start at the Courtyard Gallery at 54240 Ridgeview Drive (behind the Shell Station and the Fort) to get your maps, earn your first raffle tickets and see the Raffle Baskets...

  Join us at 4pm at Mountain Pottery for the Raffle Draw and to enjoy some refreshments.

  
  

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• Pottery Workshop

  • When
    Thu, May 16, 2019
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    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Mountain Pottery, 54716 N. Circle Dr., Idyllwild, 92549
  • Spaces left
    6
  • Registered
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  Want to try something new or improve your skills?  

  Here is your opportunity:  You pay only $30

  Register soon:  Limit of 8 People

  
  

  Here is an example  of what you may create and then return 3 weeks later after it is glazed.  

  
  

  
  

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• Plein Air workshop with award-winning artist Jessica Schiffman

  • Start
    Sat, June 01, 2019
  • End
    Sun, June 02, 2019
  • Location
    To be announced

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  Plein Air Workshop

  

  After an unusually wet winter, the lakes should be deep and clear at Lake Fulmor or Lake Hemet. Jessica can help develop your understanding of water and reflection, and guide you through her step by step process of capturing light and shadow in oil paint or acrylics.

  Jessica has been a working artist for twenty-five years and has created hundreds of landscape paintings. Her background also includes figurative and abstract art, and illustrations for numerous children's books. Her work is widely collected.

  The cost is $175, $50 of which is payable in advance as a registration fee. For further information, contact Jessica at 951-212-3783, jscaschiffman@gmail.com

  
  

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• Idyllwild's Annual Plein Air Paint Out and Juried Exhibition

  • When
    Sat, June 15, 2019
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    7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Courtyard Gallery, 54240 Ridgeview Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  Choose anywhere in Idyllwild to paint.   Our map will guide you.

  
  

  Mediums accepted:  Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastel, Gouache & Pencil, ink.

  
  

  
  

  Paint during the day and sip wine with us in the evening.  Open to the general public, the Artist Reception and Awards Ceremony at the Courtyard Gallery (54240 Ridgeview Drive),  takes place from 5-8pm with your artwork for sale and an opportunity to:

  • mingle with artists and visitors
    
  • congratulate the winners
    
  • meet the judge
    
  • promote your artwork

  Exhibit your work at the AAI's Courtyard Gallery from June 15th  to June 30th or take your unsold painting home after the reception.  You may also exhibit up to 3 pieces of your other Plein Air artwork from June 15th to June 30th in the Courtyard Gallery.

  
  

  Bring your family and friends to enjoy breathtaking scenery and visit our galleries and art hot spots to shop for unique, original giftshere

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  We will set up an event information booth at the AAI's Art Visitors Center at the Courtyard Gallery on Saturday, June 15th from 6:30am to 2pm.

  
  

  Our Patron Inns will be happy to welcome you to Idyllwild and make your stay memorable.  

  
  

  Artists Information

  • Online registration required.  Register by June 8th.  
  • Awards and prize money will be given to 1st place $300, 2nd place $200, and 3rd place $100.
  • No limit to the number of artists but, once registered, there are no refunds.   
  • Mediums accepted are Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Pastel, Gouache, and Pencil. 
  • Click 2019 Plein Air Artist Information.pdf to download the Artist Information document.      
  • AAI members get a discount.  To become a member and enjoy additional member benefits throughout the year, click here. 
  • A 30% commission to the AAI will apply for all artwork sold while in the Courtyard Gallery.

  Important Dates for Artists

  Location:  Courtyard Gallery, 54240 Ridgeview Drive, Idyllwild, 92549

  • Event Registration Deadline:  Saturday, June 8th 
    
  • Optional Early Artist Check-In:  Fri. June 14 (Noon to 4pm)
  • Day Of Artist Check-In:  Sat. June 15th (6:30am-8:30am)
  • Completed Art Check-In:  Sat, June 15th (12:30-2pm)
  • Artist Reception: Sat, June 15th, (5:00-8:00pm)
  • Unsold Art Pick Up:  Saturday, June 15th after 8pm or Sunday, June 16th from 11am to 4pm or you may leave your artwork in the Courtyard Gallery for sale until Sunday, June 30th  or July 1st with pick up between 11am and 4pm

  Questions?  Emails to artinidyllwild@gmail.com. 

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• 2019 Art Walk & Wine Tasting - Register for notice when ticket sales open!

  • When
    Sat, October 12, 2019
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    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Idyllwild, California

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  SAVE THE DATE!!!!

  An all day art experience followed by an afternoon of wine.  

  Mark your calendar for the biggest fundraiser of the year!  The money raised funds art scholarships, art exhibitions, drama, music, film productions, dance, visual and public art.

  Please check out our Patron Inns to book your accommodation early.  This is a popular event and our inns fill up quickly.

  Come and enjoy award-winning wines from our Patron Wineries

  Click the register button if you want to receive notice when tickets sales open for our October 12th event.    If you have any questions, email Donna Elliot at artinidyllwild@gmail.com.

  
  

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