Saturday, April 26, 2025

Show Review of Purple! This Saturday :: Wine and Photography!



Please join us for a special wine tasting this Saturday!
Your contribution makes a difference.   
See below for details on how to support the gallery.  
Thank you!

We are thrilled to share this glowing review of PURPLE!
Malcolm Ryder captures the essence of our exhibition brilliantly in his latest write-up. 
Click here to read the review – and please visit the gallery soon to see it for yourself!

     


You're Invited!
Wine Tasting with Tessier Winery
Saturday, April 26 | 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Join us for an afternoon of award-winning wines from Tessier Winery

perfectly paired with our vibrant exhibit, PURPLE!

Savor a curated selection of Tessier’s finest while you explore stunning photography that captures the mood and magic of purple. Please join us!




On view until Sunday, May 11!
Please stop by soon to see this very special exhibit!
 
PURPLE!  is the 7th in a series of annual color themed photo exhibits at Gray Loft Gallery.  On view in this group show are images that capture the beauty, emotion, and symbolism of the color purple — an iconic hue historically associated with royalty, mystery, spirituality, and creativity. Purple holds a special place in our visual and emotional spectrum, carrying a myriad of meanings and emotions. We are excited to present this visually stunning photo exhibit, dedicated to exploring the various dimensions of purple captured through the medium of photography.


Purple! was juried by Ann Jastrab, Executive Director of the Center for Photographic Art and Jan Watten.  

 
This year’s exhibit features the work of the following talented Bay Area photographers who bring a fresh and unique perspective to the color purple:
Debra Achen,  Chris Adamson,  Stephen Albair,  Laurel Anderson,  Janet Beaty,  Ingrid Becker, Maria Budner,  Kimberley Campisano,  Ginnie Chabre,  Jessica Chen,  Mahisrna Clarke, Robert Costa,  Delilah Davis,  Fairlight de Michele,  Tony DeVarco,  Allyson Ely,  Diane Fenster,  Robel Fessehatzion, Ginger Fierstein, Chris Gibbons, J. M. Golding, Steve Goldband and Ellen Konar, Cheryl L. Guerrero,  Marsha Guggenheim,  Lawrence R Herzberg,  Irene Imfeld,  Judi Iranyi,  Becky Jaffe,  Patrick Jagger,  Aidan Jung,  Nadine Levin,  Lisa Levine,  Laurel Malinovksy,  Jeanne Marino, Sonia,  Melnikova-Raich,  Melina Meza,  Tom Minczeski,  Carolyn Moore,  Anne Morrison Rabe,  Charles Moulton,  Steve Napoli,  Julia Nelson-Gal,  Charlotte Niel,  Fletcher Oakes,  Gary Oehrle,  Eben Ostby,  Mark Overgaard,  Karen Palamos,  Peter R. Paluzzi, T im Passaro,  Malcolm Ryder,  Jenny Sampson,  Charlotte Schmid-Maybach,  Dennis Segers,  Neo Serafimidis,  Nancy Sevier,  Elizabeth Sher,  Fabienne Sowa-Dobkowski,  Alex Starfield,  Anne Sturgeon,  Steven Ta, Michael Teresko,  Gary Topper,  Jacqui Turner,  Peche Turner,  Jim Van Slyke,  Jen Waicukauski,  Jacqueline Walters,  Susan West,  Sharon Wickham,  Stephanie Williamson,   Nick Winkworth, Wilton Wong,  Sara Wood Davis,  Yelena Zhavoronkova

Closing Reception: Sunday, May 11, 500 – 7:30 pm
 
Below are just a few examples of photos in the show.
Please visit our Instagram page or our website to view more work in the show. 


Photo by Jessica Chen



photo by Laurel Malinovksy




Photo by Dennis Segers



Mixed media photo collage by Charlotte Niel




mixed media photo by Irene Imfeld




photo by Sonia Melnikova-Raich






We are thrilled to partner with the first PhotoCarmel held by Center for Photographic Art - a month-long celebration of photography!   Click here to learn more PhotoCarmel and the other venues participating in this annual event.

Are You Interested in Art Collecting and Supporting Gray Loft Gallery?
Whether you're a seasoned collector or looking to start your collection, this is the perfect time to explore our latest exhibition and invest in art! This exhibits features a diverse range of art in various sizes and price points.
Now more than ever, supporting the arts is crucial. By participating in our exhibition, you're not only adding value to your collection but also directly supporting talented artists.
Would you like to make a contribution to support the Gallery? 
Please click
here to contribute and make a difference.
THANK YOU!
We appreciate your support of the gallery and the arts! 


ABOUT  GRAY  LOFT  GALLERY
  Gray Loft Gallery has promoted the rich art culture of Jingletown and the greater Bay Area for 12 years. The gallery has been referred to as a hidden gem in Jingletown, and noted by the late Kenneth Baker, former SF Chronicle Art Critic, in his Visual Arts Don’t Miss Column as “…A space gaining prominence in the Bay Area…”   The mission of the gallery is to provide exhibition opportunities for artists in a setting that is an alternative to the traditional gallery model. We hope to inspire, engage and celebrate artists in our community and beyond.  We acknowledge the achievements of emerging, mid-career and established artists – with an emphasis on those who live and work in the Bay Area – in a non-traditional art space.  We are proud that many artists began their art career at Gray Loft Gallery.
 
“I have always enjoyed this gallery, superb atmosphere and lighting. The polished and worn hardwood floors creek slightly in places as you climb to the third floor, providing a granular and unique, organic aesthetic. This is a do-not-miss venue in the East Bay.”  –  Facebook Review

Gray Loft Gallery has received "Best Art Gallery" in the Oakland Magazine's Readers Choice Award in 2016, 2017, 2021 and voted one of five top art galleries in 2022 and 2023.
 



  







GRAY LOFT GALLERY
is a proud member of the Oakland Art Murmur, San Francisco Art Dealers Association
and Jingletown Arts and Business Association

Gallery Hours:  

Opening Reception Saturday April 12 hours:  4:00 - 7:30pm
After April 12:  Saturdays 1:00 - 5:00 pm and by appointment

2889 Ford Street #32, third floor, Oakland CA 94601
Not wheelchair accessible.











Friday, April 11, 2025

The Art of Clouds opens at the Gray Loft Gallery



Cloud Over Black Point
gelatin silver print by Mark Citret

SAVE THE DATE!

Opening Reception: Saturday, July 19, 5:00 to 7:30 pm
Tessier Wine Tasting: Saturday, August 2, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Closing Reception:  Saturday, August 23, 5:00 to 7:30 pm

 
We invite you to join us in celebrating The Art of Clouds, a captivating exhibition showcasing the beauty and mystery of clouds through the eyes of 25 talented Bay Area artists. Come experience a stunning collection that explores the ever-changing essence of clouds in art, imagination, and nature.
 
These participating artists offer a unique perspective 
on the sky above the Bay Area and beyond: 
 
Gale Antokal, Francis Baker, Paola Berthoin, Ginnie Chabre, Mark Citret, Laura Graham, Sarah Grew, Ake Grunditz, Irene Imfeld, Patrick Jagger, Jennifer LaPierre, Laurel Anderson Malinovsky, Melina Meza, Deborah O'Grady, Ginny Parsons, Maja Planinac, Fernando Reyes, Alex Starfield, Styrous, Christine Watten, Jan Watten, Sharon Wickham,Thomas Winz, Wilton Wong, June Yokell 

Gallery Hours: Summer hours are by appointment
We would be happy to meet you anytime - please
contact us to make an appointment


We hope you will stop by next Saturday!
Below are just a few examples of pieces in the show.
 
Please visit our Instagram page or our website to view more work in the show. 




   



    


    




Are You Interested in Art Collecting and Supporting Gray Loft Gallery?
Whether you're a seasoned collector or looking to start your collection, this is the perfect time to explore our latest exhibition and invest in art! This exhibits features a diverse range of art in various sizes and price points.
Now more than ever, supporting the arts is crucial. By participating in our exhibition, you're not only adding value to your collection but also directly supporting talented artists.
Would you like to make a contribution to support the Gallery? 
Please click
here to contribute and make a difference.
THANK YOU!
We appreciate your support of the gallery and the arts! 


ABOUT  GRAY  LOFT  GALLERY
  Gray Loft Gallery has promoted the rich art culture of Jingletown and the greater Bay Area for 12 years. The gallery has been referred to as a hidden gem in Jingletown, and noted by the late Kenneth Baker, former SF Chronicle Art Critic, in his Visual Arts Don’t Miss Column as “…A space gaining prominence in the Bay Area…”   The mission of the gallery is to provide exhibition opportunities for artists in a setting that is an alternative to the traditional gallery model. We hope to inspire, engage and celebrate artists in our community and beyond.  We acknowledge the achievements of emerging, mid-career and established artists – with an emphasis on those who live and work in the Bay Area – in a non-traditional art space.  We are proud that many artists began their art career at Gray Loft Gallery.
 
“I have always enjoyed this gallery, superb atmosphere and lighting. The polished and worn hardwood floors creek slightly in places as you climb to the third floor, providing a granular and unique, organic aesthetic. This is a do-not-miss venue in the East Bay.”  –  Facebook Review

Gray Loft Gallery has received "Best Art Gallery" in the Oakland Magazine's Readers Choice Award in 2016, 2017, 2021 and voted one of five top art galleries in 2022 and 2023.
 
 
Art of Clouds articles          
 
 
  


 
 
 
 GRAY LOFT GALLERY
is a proud member of the Oakland Art Murmur, San Francisco Art Dealers Association
and Jingletown Arts and Business Association

Gallery Hours:  
Saturdays 1:00 - 5:00 pm and by appointment

Closing Reception Saturday March 8 hours:  2:00 - 6:30pm.

2889 Ford Street #32, third floor, Oakland CA 94601
Not wheelchair accessible.