JULY 2010: SHEROES
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself” - Joseph Campbell
This exhibit, by artist April Waters, consists of six large-scale portraits of larger-than-life women. The paintings of Vandana Shiva, Wangari Maathai, Malalai Joya, Helen Caldicott, Amy Goodman, and Cindy Sheehan are of women who have bravely raised the flame for humanitarian and environmental justice. They have taken a stand to protect people and/or resources. Most of the women have made contributions to the equitable sharing and protection of clean water.
 
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JULY 2009: SALEM ART FAIR UNVEILS VIBRANT POSTER: ARTIST APRIL WATERS PAINTED HER FAVORITE SUBJECT — WATER
By Barbara Curtain, Statesman Journal
If the 2009 Salem Art Fair & Festival reminds you more of the gardens of Giverny than Bush's Pasture Park — well, that's no coincidence. April Waters, the Salem artist commissioned to do the poster, is nuts about impressionist painter Claude Monet. She plans to visit his studio and gardens in France this summer. Given the freedom to create art of any kind for the fair, she chose a Monet-esque study of water rather than a literal representation of the art fair or the park.
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JUNE 2009: HEALING ART: MEDICAL CENTERS SEE A HEALTH INVESTMENT IN GARDENS, TRICKLING WATER, AESTHETIC FORMS AND INCORPORATING LOCAL ARTISTS' PAINTINGS
By Barbara Curtain, Statesman Journal
If you've been a hospital patient or kept vigil for a loved one, you may know about sterile, artificially lit rooms that seem devoid of a human touch. They're a far cry from the new patient-care tower at Salem Hospital and a growing number of other medical settings that embrace "evidence-based design." Natural light, views of green spaces and the sight and sound of running water surely are more pleasant than what institutions used to offer. However, research shows that these amenities also lower stress, ease pain and speed recovery. That's why medical planners are coming to view them not as frills but as wise investments.
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ART ABOUT AGRICULTURE 2009: ACROSS THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
April 7 opening at OSU LaSells Stewart Center, Tuesday April 7, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:30.
The LaSells Stewart Center is located at the corner of Western Avenue and 26th Street
Water Reaching For Itself #2
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NOVEMBER 2008: SITKA ART INVITATIONAL
Now in its 15th year, the Sitka Art Invitational offers approximately 500 pieces of art for view and sale. The works were created by 100 of the Northwest's most highly regarded artists, all of whom were selected by three guest curators for their ability to speak to the intersection of Art and Ecology. In addition to supporting the residency and workshop programs of the Sitka Center, the Art Invitational supports participating artists by paying them for works sold. More Buy Tickets for Opening Night Party with the Artists.
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APRIL 2008: OSU'S 2008 ART ABOUT AGRICULTURE TOUR FEATURES TIME IN THE LANSCAPE
Oregon State University's College of Agricultural Science will open its 26th annual Art About Agriculture touring exhibition in Corvallis at the LaSells Stewart Center’s Giustina Gallery beginning on March 17.
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DECEMBER 2007: NEW WATERS PAINTING
The new Willamette Orthopedic Center at 1600 State St. in Salem is the home of a major painting by Salem artist April Waters. The 5-foot by 20-foot triptych, "Willamette River Valley," is an oil on canvas painting depicting the Willamette River between Buena Vista and Independence. The painting is installed in the lobby facing State Street and is visible through a second-floor window. The work was commissioned by the center with the help of the Salem Art Association, following a call for artist proposals last spring. View Painting >
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JULY 2007 – JUNE 2008: OREGON ARTIST SERIES MAYOR'S INVITATIONAL
Salem Conference Center showcases paintings, papercut work and photography...
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MAY 1 – JUNE 2, 2007: DOOR SHOW #3: DOWNTOWN SALEM ART WALK
Mary Lou Zeek is bringing back the popular Door Show which has created a passage for the community to view contemporary art throughout historic downtown Salem.
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JAN. 19 – MAR. 4, 2007: SALEM, OREGON'S BUSH BARN ART CENTER PRESENTS: PRIVATE CONTEMPLATIONS / PUBLIC CONVERSATIONS.
An exhibit featuring artist whose work is both deeply personal and reflects contemporary concerns. Read Press Release >
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DEC. 2006: NEW SANTIAM RIVER COMMISSION COMPLETED.
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NOV. 2006: APRIL WATERS IS ONE OF 12 ARTISTS PARTICIPATING IN MARY LOU ZEEK GALLERY'S PAINTING OF THE "MONA LISA."
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AUG. 2006: OREGON ARTIST, APRIL WATERS, HONORS PEACE-ADVOCATE, CINDY SHEEHAN, WITH LARGER-THAN LIFE PORTRAIT
(shown to the left).
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MAY 19 – SEP. 17, 2006: THIS BOUNTIFUL PLACE
This Bountiful Place showcases original fine art from the permanent collection of the Oregon State University's College of Agriculture Sciences Art About Agriculture program. Works include drawings, fiber arts, mixed media, prints, sculpture and paintings. The art show runs from May 19th through September 17th. View April Waters' pastel >
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DEC. 2005: April completes paining of the Metolius River. See the painting >
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NOV. 2005: AMERICAN GOTHIC COMPLETE. See the painting >
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OCT. 2005: AMERICAN GOTHIC' GETS NEW TWIST AT LOCAL GALLERY
Sixteen artists are painting sixteen parts of the farm-couple classic. Art always is on view at Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, but this month it's also being created there. Read article >
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SEP. 2005: April's "Water's Fish" was purchased by the Willamette Ears, Nose, Throat and Plastic Surgery Center of Salem, Oregon during the Salmon in the City Auction. The proceeds will go towards Salem Keizer Education Foundation, Salem Art Association and The Partnership for Safe Schools.
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AUG. 2005: Lolla Pa'Salmon Group Art Show at the Eola Northwest Viticulture Center August 7, 2005 |
JUNE 2005: STOLEN SALMON FIGURE RETURNED
A salmon figure stolen from the front of a downtown Salem gallery during the weekend has been found and returned to its perch. "WatersFish," one of 20 decorated pieces of public art that will be auctioned off for charity in the fall, was found behind the Blue Pepper Gallery and Framing Store on Tuesday morning after being dropped off as suddenly as it was taken. |
