Cultural Events (Continued from previous page) Clockwise from top left: Joyce Converse, “Spirit of Aspen,” oil on linen, 30”x30”, <strong>2013</strong>. Katinka Hartmetz, “You Get Used to It,” mixed media, 30”x20”, <strong>2013</strong>. Diana Herring, “Road Ends,” print, 19”x13”, <strong>2013</strong>. Jeanne Gadol, “Trapped,” archival print on paper, 18”x12”, <strong>2013</strong>. David Scouffas, “Diamond Light,” inkjet photo, 21”x9”, <strong>2013</strong>. Elizabeth Noerdlinger, “Survivors II,” oil on canvas, 24”x30”, <strong>2013</strong>. Wednesday, May 29, and runs through Sunday, <strong>June</strong> 30. This exhibit showcases eight of <strong>The</strong> Main Gallery artists: Joyce Converse, Jeanne Gadol, Katinka Hartmetz, Diana Herring, Terri Wilson Moore, Elizabeth Noerdlinger, David Schuffas and Arena Shawn. An intelligent, creative conversation is posed between artist and viewer regarding climate change. This show raises questions and sparks contemplation about the future of the planet. Through irony, humor, comparison, rhythm and more, the depth of the show is sure to ignite a reaction from viewers. <strong>The</strong> Main Gallery will be hosting an opening reception with the artists on Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. Here is a sampling of the creative style and artistic observations presented in the “Climate Crisis” exhibit: “Too much to lose” is the focus for Joyce Converse. Converse explains how her house rests on a ridge with 360-degree views. A recent visit to her 20-acre property by the U.S. Department of Agriculture resulted in estimates that due to Converse’s care and choice of native tree and shrub plantings, as many as 70 different species of native birds are suspected to live on her land. Converse describes her oil paintings as projecting deep passion, inspiration and understanding of landscape’s “spirit, beauty and habitat, especially the local Santa Cruz mountain landscape.” www.<strong>Spectrum</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>.net <strong>The</strong> digital art of Jeanne Gadol focuses on birds and animals. <strong>The</strong> images of these creatures, combined with geometric forms and repeated in patterns, suggest extinction and loss, the need for hope and balance, and the uncertainty and burden associated with climate change. Gadol explains that her art’s aesthetic rhythm, form and pattern are a “visual merging of the rugged Northern California landscape and wildlife, with images absorbed while on three life-changing Africa safaris.” Using an old window, a birdcage, a table and a library card file, multimedia artist Katinka Hartmetz uses altered photographs and paintings in combination to express nostalgia. Hartmetz asks, “Does anyone remember what the old days were like?” Her images of stormy sea give a sense that something perilous may be waiting in the future of humankind. <strong>The</strong> prints by Diana Herring use humor to show how current human behavior is leading to a potentially deadly situation. In “<strong>The</strong> Road Ends,” a happy little girl and a skeleton are in an old jalopy, running off the road’s edge. In “Carbon Footprint,” a man’s face is being swept over by a wave as a foot looms over his head. Herring states that she “came to the conclusion that climate change is the result of entropy (lack of order or predictability; gradual decline into disorder).” She further describes climate change as the “accumulation and population of human waste and activity. Such as the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and overpopulation of our earth.” Painter Terri Wilson Moore combines detailed graphite drawings, layers of paint, acrylic gels and elements of collage onto panels to illustrate the unchecked growth of bark beetles (that are destroying pine forests) and human destruction that’s gradually eliminating the rain forest. In her pieces Moore includes text from U.N. reports on climate change and incorporates red threads throughout to underscore a sense of unraveling, suggesting things coming apart that can lead to serious consequences. Moore asks, “As the evidence of harm keeps accumulating, why don’t we respond in a way that matches the threat?” For this exhibit, oil painter Elizabeth Noerdlinger focuses on animals and plants that will benefit in a warmer, higher carbon dioxide environment. Incorporating information from laboratory reports and her own observations of thriving animals in her local environment, she paints collage-like scenes of predicted survivors, of animals and plants that seem likely to thrive in a disturbed, higher CO2 environment. Photographer David Scouffas employs photomontage for his elegant digital prints that illustrate the theme of cause and effect. His images of rich, luxurious lifestyles juxtaposed with environmental disasters are clear yet startling, inviting the viewer to look again and think about what they are seeing. “Climate Crisis: An Artistic Response” is a show not to be missed. Come view <strong>The</strong> Main Gallery’s artists’ ominous insight into climate change and join the conversation through creative works of art that will inform, alert, sadden, energize and urge you to react. Art on the Square Call for Artists and Crafters for <strong>June</strong>– August Shows Art on the Square features the best in fine arts and crafts each month between <strong>June</strong> and August at Courthouse Square in downtown <strong>Redwood</strong> City. Complementing Music on the Square and the PAL Blues Festival, AOTS showcases original painting, photography, jewelry, glass, ceramics and more at prices for every budget. Plus, Jewelry on the Square (JOTS) will return in July. Monthly jurying until each show is filled. Apply today at www.redwoodcityevents.com. For more information, email ArtontheSquare@sbcglobal.net. Art on the Square <strong>2013</strong> dates & times Friday, <strong>June</strong> 14, 5–8:30 p.m. with Music on the Square Friday, July 12, 5–8:30 p.m. Jewelry on the Square with Music on the Square Friday, July 26, 5–8:30 p.m. with Music on the Square Saturday, July 27, 12–8 p.m. with the PAL Blues Festival Sunday, July 28, 12–5 p.m. with the PAL Blues Festival Friday, Aug. 24, 5–8:30 p.m. with Music on the Square <strong>Redwood</strong> City presents SUMMER SERIES <strong>2013</strong> Free, Fun Events and Activities in Downtown <strong>Redwood</strong> City <strong>Redwood</strong> City welcomes the community downtown for its seventh season of free events and entertainment. Every week throughout the summer at beautiful Courthouse Square, engaging evenings will showcase fabulous, free, fun-filled activities on Thursdays with Movies on the Square and on Fridays featuring Music on the Square. Other ongoing events in the coming months include classical concerts, Shakespeare in the park, a new kids’ concert series on Sundays called Kidchella, as well as special outdoor exhibits featuring Art on the Square. <strong>The</strong> beautiful, inviting atmosphere of Courthouse Square, with its cooling fountains and surrounding variety of shops and eateries, offers friends, family and neighbors a stunning place to gather and enjoy balmy summer evenings. <strong>Redwood</strong> City has grown to be known as the Entertainment Capital of the Peninsula! Below is the rundown of this season’s Downtown <strong>Redwood</strong> City entertainment. Find details at www.<strong>Redwood</strong>CityEvents.com. Movies on the Square <strong>Redwood</strong> City’s summer movie experience continues with free movies on Thursday evenings starting at sundown (approximately 8:45 p.m., then earlier as the summer progresses). Enjoy (continues on page 18)
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