Closing this Saturday: Satellite Exhibit Art of the African Diaspora

Join us in Jingletown this Saturday!

painting by by Dawn Rudd

Art of the African Diaspora

 

Please join us for the Closing Reception:
Saturday, April 27, 4:30 - 7:00 pm
the gallery will open at 3:30pm

 

We hope you can join us in celebrating this satellite exhibit of the annual Richmond Art Center’s Art of the African Diaspora at our Closing Reception.
 
This is the fourth year Gray Loft Gallery has participated in this special exhibition.
We have curated this show featuring the following 11 artists from the Richmond Art Center roster of AOTAD artists, all living and working in the Bay Area.  On view is painting, photography, watercolor, mixed media and sculpture. 

Please read this insightful review of the show by Malcolm Ryder here.

Join us!
 
Featured Artists:
Cynthia Brannvall, mixed media
Kelvin Curry, mixed media
Anna W. Edwards, painting
Jimi Evins, painting
Chuck Harlans, photography
Dulama LeGrande, mixed media painting
Dawn Rudd, mixed media painting
Raymond L. Haywood, painting
Arthur Norcome, watercolor
Malik Seneferu, sculpture and painting
Tomye: Living Artist, mixed media

Please visit our Instagram page for examples of work in the show.
Examples of pieces in the show are below.

  

  

  

  

Gray Loft Gallery
June 1 + 2 and 8 + 9, 2024 
11:00 - 5:00 pm

Participating Artists
Jose Johann Bitancor – painting/mixed media
Paul Feinberg – painting
Shelley Gardner – sculpture
Vivien Hart – kiln-formed glass
Dorie Meister – hand wrought jewelry
Kitty Muntzel – mixed media
Malcolm Ryder – photography
Susan Tuttle – jewelry/mixed media
Jan Watten – photography

Among the Trees
A summer celebration of trees.
July 13 - August 24

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 and
Jingletown Arts and Business Association

Gallery Hours:  
Saturdays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm

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

Satellite Exhibit Art of the African Diaspora Opens Saturday, March 9

Time is an Illusion
mixed media on linen, 44" x 44"
 by Dulama LeGrande

Art of the African Diaspora

March 9 - April 27

Please join us for the Opening Reception: Saturday, March 9, 4:30 - 7:00 pm
 

Gray Loft Gallery is pleased to participate as a satellite gallery in the Richmond Art Center’s Art of the African Diaspora.  Art of the African Diaspora is the longest running event of its kind in the Bay Area. It began in 1989 as a salon for African American artists known as Colors of Black, organized by artist and professor Marie Johnson Calloway.
 
In 1996, artists Jan Hart-Schuyers and Rae Louise Hayward established the exhibition, The Art of Living Black at Richmond Art Center. Many of the artists from Colors of Black participated in the inaugural exhibition, which presented the work of emerging and established African American artists. The artists gained introductions to new audiences, and access to build a creative community of artists and art lovers.
 
This is the fourth year Gray Loft Gallery has participated in this annual exhibition.
We have curated this show featuring the following 11 artists from the Richmond Art Center roster of AOTAD artists, all living and working in the Bay Area.
 
Featured Artists:
Cynthia Brannvall, mixed media
Kelvin Curry, mixed media
Anna W. Edwards, painting
Jimi Evins, painting
Chuck Harlans, photography
Dulama LeGrande, mixed media painting
Dawn Rudd, mixed media painting
Raymond L. Haywood, painting
Arthur Norcome, watercolor
Malik Seneferu, sculpture and painting
Tomye: Living Artist, mixed media
 
Closing Reception: Saturday, April 27, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Gallery Hours:
Saturday, March 9, 4:00 - 7:00 pm
After March 9: Saturdays, 1:00 to 5:00 pm, and by appointment
 

Please visit our Instagram page for examples of work in the show.
Examples of pieces in the show are below.

   

   

   

Thanks to everyone who visited our
Pretty in Pink Exhibit!
 

If you missed the show, you can see photos of installations and receptions on our Instagram page.  Click here to see the reel by Eric Swenson that features the music that inspired the show title. 
Many pieces are still available. Please contact us if you are interested in adding one of these amazing photos to your collection.

Read the current review in the Daily Californian by Allison Yager.
Please click here to read a feature of the show by Malcolm Ryder. 
View a short film by Eric Swenson here.

 

 

 

 

June 1 + 2 and 8 + 9, 2024 
11:00 - 5:00 pm

Participating Artists
Johann Bitancor – painting
Paul Feinberg – painting
Shelley Gardner – sculpture
Vivien Hart – kiln-formed glass
Dorie Meister – hand wrought jewelry
Kitty Muntzel – mixed media
Malcolm Ryder – photography
Susan Tuttle – jewelry/mixed media
Jan Watten – photography

 

 

Among the Trees
A summer celebration of trees.
July 13 - August 24

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 and
Jingletown Arts and Business Association

Gallery Hours:  
Saturdays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm

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

Our mailing address is:
Gray Loft Gallery

2889 Ford Street, third floor

Oakland, CA 94601

Wine Tasting...Pretty in Pink...and Art of the African Diaspora

Join us for a tasting of award winning Tessier Wines this
Saturday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm.

Art and wine make a perfect pairing - especially while sipping rose and viewing the incredible photos in our exhibit that celebrates all things photographically pink!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pretty in Pink

 
Pretty In Pink  - the sixth in our series of annual color-themed photo shows - is on view until February 24th.  On display is a vibrant group photography show with an impressive collection of elegant and stunning shades of pink. Images on view include mixed media, alternative processes, color imagery and hand-colored photographs.
 Juried by Ann Jastrab, Executive Director, Center for Photographic Art; and Jan Watten, founder, Gray Loft Gallery.

Please click here to read and insightful review of the show by gifted writer Malcolm Ryder. 

In case you missed the opening, you can check out the very fun Instagram post featuring the song that inspired the show title.

A short film was also created by Eric Swenson, which you can view here.

Participating Artists
Golnaz Abdoli, Stephen Albair, Caren Alpert, Laurel Anderson, Francis Baker, Janet Beaty, Ingrid Becker, Bonnie Blake-Drucker, Rose Borden, Janis Burger, Kimberley Campisano, Ginnie Chabre, Marna G. Clarke, Sas Colby, Kimberly Cortigiano, Tony DeVarco, Gene Dominique, Allyson Ely, Susan Felter, Diane Fenster, Robel Fessehatzion, Raena Frohlich, Ashley Gates,  J. M. Golding, Steve Goldband & Ellen Konar, John Greenleigh, Marsha Guggenheim, Gary Hauser, Edie Hoffman, Ann Holsberry, Christine Huhn, Judi Iranyi, Josie Iselin, Candice Jacobus, Bill Johnston Jr, Nadine Levin, Kendra Luck, Sonia Melnikova-Raich, Melina Meza, Charles Moulton, Steve Napoli, Julia Nelson-Gal, Fletcher Oakes, Eben Ostby, Peter R. Paluzzi, Ginny Parsons, Anne Morrison Rabe, Malcolm Ryder, Jenny Sampson, Matty Sarubbi, Ron Moultrie Saunders, Jr, Neocles Serafimidis, Scott Sidorsky, Dean Snodgrass, Ari Salomon, Alex Starfield, Douglas G. Stinson, Michael Teresko, Lisa Toby, Marcy Voyevod, Sally Weber, Susan West, Rusty Weston, Stephanie Williamson, Nick Winkworth, Yelena Zhavoronkova

We hope you won't miss this extraordinary exhibit!

We are open Saturdays from 1:00 - 5:00 and by appointment.
Closing Reception: Saturday, February 24, 4:00 – 6:30 pm

Below are a few examples of the work in the show.

Please visit our Instagram page for gallery updates.

 

  

   

    

   

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 and
Jingletown Arts and Business Association

Gallery Hours:  
Saturdays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm

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

Our mailing address is:
Gray Loft Gallery

2889 Ford Street, third floor

Oakland, CA 94601

Art and Wine! Last Two Weeks of Art of the African Diaspora Exhibit

There are only two weeks remaining to see the Art of the African Diaspora!  

 

Please join us in Jingletown this Saturday!

 

Art and Wine is a lovely combination!
Join us on Saturday, March 4, 3:00 - 5:00 pm for a special tasting of
award winning wines made by the incredible McBride Sisters Wine Company!

While you are tasting the McBride Sisters Wines, you can view our satellite exhibit
Art of the African Diaspora

 

   

 

 

 

 Art of the African Diaspora
a satellite exhibit at Gray Loft Gallery
 on view until March 11, 2023

The gallery is open on Saturdays from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Gallery address:  2889 Ford Street, Oakland
 
Gray Loft Gallery is delighted to participate in the Richmond Art Center’s Art of the African Diaspora as a satellite exhibition.  Art of the African Diaspora is the longest running event of its kind in the Bay Area, this year showcasing more than 150 artists of African descent.  Gray Loft Gallery has curated an exhibition celebrating eight African American artists, all living and working in Oakland and the Bay Area.  Works in the exhibit will include abstract painting, figurative work, mixed media and watercolor.  Please join us in the celebration!

We are delighted with a review of the exhibit by Malcolm Ryder.
Please check it out here.

Featured Artists:
Cynthia Brannvall, mixed media
Stephen Bruce, painting
Kelvin Curry, mixed media
Jimi Evins, painting
Raymond L. Haywood, painting
Yolanda Holley, mixed media
Arthur Norcome, painting
Tomye: Living Artist, mixed media

Closing Reception: March 11, 4:00 - 6:30 pm.
 
Examples of some of the pieces in the exhibit are below, but please check out our Instagram page for more examples of pieces in the show.

 

Cynthia Brannvall

Father Figure
Identity Mapping Series: family photos, map of Africa America and Sweden printed on rice paper, with beeswax on panel wood panel 
16 x 20

Stephen Bruce Arrecife Azul Acid Painting on Copper

 

Kelvin Curry

AfroModernizm #3
Acrylic Painting
36 x 60

Jimi Evins Looking Outside Oil on panel 22"×10"

Raymond L. Haywood Acrylic on wood panel 36” x 36” x 2”

Yolanda Holley My Soul Sees Black Joy mixed media collage, acrylic paints, water soluble inks, charcoal 24”x18”

Tomye Neal-Madison Never Have I Ever Giclee of Gouache w/ photos, paper 25” x 21”

Arthur Norcome   Anaphase  Watercolor 16 x 20

UPCOMING  SHOWS 

Depictions
A group show of portrait based work
April 1 – May 6, 2023

Featured Artists:
Jayne Beihn
Gene Dominique
Christine Ferrouge
Lin Fischer
Drew Klausner
Lynn Francis McGeever
Glenna Mills
Jude Pittman
Bill Prochnow
Ron Saunders

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East Bay Open Studios
May 13 + 14

Participating Artists
Dorie Meister – hand wrought jewelry
Malcolm Ryder – photography
Jenny Sampson – photography
Alex Starfield – photography
Susan Tuttle – jewelry/mixed media
Emilie Watten – photography
Jan Watten – photography
Stephanie Williamson – photography

ART  ABOUT  TOWN!

 

 

If you are interested in the history of Jingletown - please check out the first edition of Art About Town, a new blog published by the Oakland Art Murmur written by Mills College professor, historian and author Mario Hernandez.  We were thrilled to be featured in the inaugural story about the art and artists of Oakland.  In this thoughtfully crafted article you will learn about the history of Jingletown and the artists who created the first live/work studio building in the neighborhood - who are featured in this exhibition.
 

ABOUT  GRAY  LOFT  GALLERY
 

Gray Loft Gallery has promoted the rich art culture of Jingletown and the greater Bay Area for 11 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. A number of 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.
 

Hours:  Saturdays, 1:00 - 5:00pm 

 
And by appointment.

 

 

 

Our mailing address is:

 
Gray Loft Gallery

2889 Ford Street, third floor

Oakland, CA94601