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Events in Idyllwild
First Saturdays are major art events in Idyllwild from March through December. That's when art openings, painting festivals, art-walks, and art-tours happen.
Saturday Morning Art Cafés from May to October offer an opportunity for artists to discuss process and interact with art lovers in a casual setting in the galleries.
Art Alliance of Idyllwild 2005
March 5 "First Saturday " The Eye Event
- Member artists create works of art around a theme for opportunity drawing. Live auction. Food, wine and entertainment.
April 2 "First Saturday " 2nd Annual Incredible Audible Gallery Walk
- Gallery Openings in 17 member galleries. The new complex, The Village Centre will have its debut Gallery Walk for 7 galleries in new spaces. Once again, students and faculty from Idyllwild Arts Academy will perform in the galleries. Artist personal appearances, wine and music.
May 7, 8 “First Saturday " 7th Annual Member's Show
- An open show of works from over 100 member artists held at the Nature Center. Reception Saturday, May 6 with Juror, Artist and People's choice awards.
June 4 "First Saturday " Lazy, Easy, Art Days of Summer Gallery Openings
- Gallery openings in 17 member galleries. Artist personal appearances, wine and music.
Saturday Morning Art Cafes in June
- June 4, 11, 18, 25 A different gallery hosts this educational event each Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists demonstrate their techniques and processes in a casual environment. Coffee and pastries by local restaurants.
July 2,3 "First Saturday " 7th Annual Juried Members Show
- The over 100 member artists submit their best work for jurying. Awards in photography, abstract, representation and three dimensional work are given. People's Choice and Artist Choice awards are presented at the reception on July 1.
Saturday Morning Art Cafes in July
- July 2: Artists from the Juried Show
- July 9, 16, 23, 30 A different gallery hosts this educational experience with artists each Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
August 6 "First Saturday " 3-D Art Festival and Gallery Tour
- Featuring exhibit openings in 17 member galleries. Wine and entertainment.
Saturday Morning Art Cafes in August
- August 6, 13, 20, 27, Learn about the artistic process from local artists each Sunday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
September 3,4 "First Saturday " 4th Annual Plein Air Art Festival
- View the progress of artist‚s creations around the village of Idyllwild on Saturday. Mimosa reception at Sunday Morning Art Café. See finished work and vote for People's Choice.
Saturday Morning Art Cafes in September
- September 3: People’s choice awards for Plein Air Festival at champagne reception.
- September 3, 10, 17, 24: Discover a new creative approach from local artists from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Sunday and a different gallery.
October 1 "First Saturday " 8th Annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting
- Stroll the streets of Idyllwild with your wine glass, to the ambiance of live music and special exhibits in 15 galleries. Proceeds are committed to art education.
For entry forms and information, Click here.
For information about any event call (866) 439-5278
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