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Friday, February 28, 2025

Only Two More Weeks of Beyond The Frame!

Closing soon!  
Please don't miss this stellar exhibit!


  
 
There are only two more weeks of our celebration of large-scale art!

Please join us in the gallery soon to see this exhibit!
We will be open this Saturday, March 1 from 1:00 to 5:00 or join us at the Closing Reception on Saturday, March 8, 4:00 – 6:30 pm.
The gallery will be open at 2:00 on March 8. 
Or contact us to make an appointment to see the show!


Beyond The Frame
A Celebration of Large-Scale Art

The featured artists in the show bring diverse perspectives to painting—ranging from non-representational to figurative—each delving deeply into their unique artistic processes and personal inspirations. Their artistic philosophies encompass a broad spectrum whose approaches vary widely yet share a common emphasis on transformation. 

These values include works that allow sensations to evolve into form, as well as pieces envisioned as arenas where light and gesture converge to create vibrant, evocative compositions. Some of the painting on view emerge from an atmosphere of shadow and shape, capturing a sense of fluidity and potential, while others respond to the sensual and seductive qualities of life, striving to convey those emotions through art. These works aim to transport viewers through images, sounds, and emotions, recreating profound and transformative sensations.

 
Featured Artists
please click to read more about the artists
Christine Ferrouge      Judith Foosaner
Dulama LeGrande      Mary Ann Leff
Javier Manrique      Michael Shemchuk
Simone Simon      John Wood

Join us in celebrating creativity and investing in art that inspires!

Examples of works in the show are below. 
Please check out our Instagram page for more examples of work in the show.

We hope to see you in the gallery!


   



  




REVIEWS and WRITE UPS!
We are thrilled with the recent reviews of our current exhibit Beyond the Frame!
Click here to read the stellar review by gifted writer Malcolm Ryder.

Check out this video of the show by Eric Swenson who captured the exhibit beautifully.
We are delighted with the graphic review  Big Paint in a Small Space by Rita Sapunor from MIdbrow! 
Check out the story about Jingletown “A town in the middle of a city” by Liam O'Donoghue in his podcast East Bay Yesterday!  We thank him for his support of the gallery and Jingletown!


Are You Interested in Art Collecting or Supporting the Arts?
Whether you're a seasoned collector or looking to start your collection, this is the perfect time to explore our latest exhibition. 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.
Interested in Supporting the Gallery? Click
here to contribute and make a difference.
We appreciate your support of the gallery and the arts! 
THANK YOU!



photo by Susan West


PURPLE
April 12 - May 11, 2025
Please join us in April to see this exhibit of PURPLE images, juried by Ann Jastrab, Executive Director of the Center for Photographic Art and Jan Watten.  
Opening Reception: Saturday, April 12, 5:00 – 7:30 pm
Closing ReceptionSunday, May11, 500 – 7:30 pm


We are thrilled to present this exhibit in conjunction with the first PhotoCarmel held by Center for Photographic Art - a month-long celebration of photography!



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:  
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.



























  


























Thursday, January 30, 2025

Beyond the Frame ~ Wine & Chocolate Tasting and Video



Beyond The Frame
A Celebration of Large-Scale Art
January 18 - March 8, 2025

Show Updates
Check out this wonderful video of the show by Eric Swenson who captured the exhibit beautifully.

Wine and Chocolate Tasting! 
Join us on Saturday, February 22 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Wines by Tessier Winery and artisan chocolate by Craft Chocolates
Wine, chocolate and art make a wonderful paring!

Closing Reception: Saturday, March 8, 4:00 – 6:30 pm

 
We hope you will stop by the gallery soon to see this vibrant and beautiful exhibit.  The featured artists in the show bring diverse perspectives to painting—ranging from non-representational to figurative—each delving deeply into their unique artistic processes and personal inspirations. Their artistic philosophies encompass a broad spectrum whose approaches vary widely yet share a common emphasis on transformation. 

 
Featured Artists
Christine Ferrouge      Judith Foosaner
Dulama LeGrande      Mary Ann Leff
Javier Manrique      Michael Shemchuk
Simone Simon      John Wood

Examples of works in the show are below. 
Please check out our Instagram page for more examples of work in the show.

We hope to see you soon!









 
 






photo by Jacqueline Walter


PURPLE
  Please join us in April to see this exhibit of PURPLE images, juried by Ann Jastrab, Executive Director of the Center for Photographic Art and Jan Watten.  

This exhibit will be in conjunction with PhotoCarmel!  We are thrilled to partner with CPA in this month-long celebration of photography! 

Jury selections will be announced soon.





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

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




















Thursday, November 30, 2023

Open Studios is happening this weekend at Gray Loft Gallery!

Join us in Jingletown  for our annual East Bay Open Studios!  
More than 20 artists will be participating throughout the neighborhood! 

Start your tour at Gray Loft Gallery!
Join us for our Preview Party on December 1!



WINTER  OPEN  STUDIOS
in conjunction with East Bay Open Studios

Collectors Preview Party @Gray Loft Gallery

Friday, December 1, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
special open studios discounts will be offered at the Preview Party
 
Open Studios:
December 2 + 3, 11:00 – 5:00 pm
 
Participating Artists:
Mary Ann Leff – painting
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


Join us in Jingletown!
More than 20 artists will be opening their studios for our annual Open Studios event.
 Check out art, discover unique gifts and have fun at our annual open studio event that highlights the work of artists who live and/or work in Jingletown, a small but mighty arts neighborhood in Oakland.


Jingletown Raffle! 
Enter our raffle for your chance to win original art from one of the many artists participating in Open Studios this year.  Pick up a raffle ticket at Gray Loft Gallery!
 
While you are touring the neighborhood, stop by Ford Street Studios for 
Pizza, Wine and Live Music!
Saturday, December 2, noon to 4:30: Gabba Gabba Pizza and Drawbridge Cellars
Saturday, December 2, 2:00 - 4:30: music by Stephen Dreyfuss and company
Sunday, December 3, noon to 4:00:  Gabba Gabba Pizza

Come to Jingletown and get inspired!
Thank you for supporting local artists and galleries!

Open Studios throughout Jingletown: December 2 + 3, 11:00 – 5:00 pm
For more information about Jingletown, please see our
website.




Please visit our Instagram page for more photos of the gallery.









"Moonrise V2" by Francis Baker


PRETTY  IN  PINK!
Our next juried photo show will be on view in January.
Please stay tuned for the selection of photographer's work chosen to be on display.

Show dates:  January 20 - February 17, 2024







Photo by Styrous

Oakland Style Week was a hit!
Check out our post about this wonderful fashion show event in the gallery recently!




IN THE NEWS
We were delighted to be featured in a KTVU Channel 2 feature story about Jingletown.
Please click here to view the story about Gray Loft Gallery and the artists and history of Jingletown.



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 and 2023.

 


  



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

Open Studios Hours:  
Friday, December 1: Preview Party - 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00 - 5:00 pm

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













Friday, April 28, 2017

Gray Loft Gallery presents The America That I Love ~ Saturday, April 29 ~ 3:00 PM


The America That I Love

Join us for The America That I Love - an afternoon of music, poetry and performance, created and directed by Minoo Hamzavi, renown Bay Area performance artist.

This performance is in response to our current political climate.
Poetry will be read in a variety of languages to show support and solidarity, as well as to celebrate the diversity of our nation.
Minoo will perform a short piece that she has created for this event.



 

Live performance by Minoo Hamzavi
Saturday, April 29 ~ 3:00 PM 

Music performed by Claire Lavery
Readings by Lynn Adler, Steve Nakashima, Bella Warda, Eleonore Hockabout

 


Join us for wine, music, poetry and art!
On view in the gallery is Tangible Abstractions,
a group painting show featuring the work of
Jo Ann Biagini, Betsy Kellas, Mary Ann Leff,
Javier Manrique, KC Rosenberg, 

Simone Simon and Tom White.

The collective vision that unites these five Bay Area artists is the relationship of shape, rich evocative color, saturated surfaces, markings and sense of scale in this collection of mixed media and oil/acrylic pieces.


Show dates: April 8 - May 20, 2017
Closing Reception: Saturday, May 20, 4:00 – 6:30 pm

Gallery hours:  Saturdays 1:00 to 5:00 and by appointment

We would love your vote!
We are delighted and honored to be nominated again for "Best Art Gallery" in the Oakland Magazine "Best Of" issue.
If you nominated us before, now you get to vote!
Please vote for us - click 
here.
The gallery is listed 
in the Lifestyle & Le
isure section.  
Voting ends May 1.
Thank you for your support!



Please check out our Facebook page for photos from the opening reception and Instagram for more images in the show.

A few pieces in the show are below. Visit us to see the whole exhibit.
 
Painting by Simone Simon
 
  Painting by Betsy Kellas 
 
  Mixed Media by Jo Ann Biagini
 
Painting by Javier Manrique 
Painting by Mary Ann Leff
 
Painting by KC Rosenberg
 
Painting by Tom White
 

ABOUT  GRAY  LOFT  GALLERY
 
Gray Loft Gallery - voted "Best Art Gallery" in the 2016 Oakland Magazine Award - has promoted the rich art culture of Jingletown and the greater Bay Area for 5 years. The gallery has been referred to as a hidden gem in Jingletown, and noted by 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
is a proud member of the 
Jingletown Arts and Business Association and 
the Oakland Art Murmur.
Hours: Saturdays 1:00 to 5:00
Sundays by appointment  (call or email us)

  
















Thursday, April 13, 2017

Gray Loft Gallery ~ Tangible Abstractions opening reception



Please join us for our opening reception:
2nd Friday Jingletown, April 14, 6 – 9 pm

 
Gray Loft Gallery presents Tangible Abstractions,
a group painting show featuring the work of
Jo Ann Biagini, Betsy Kellas, Mary Ann Leff,
Javier Manrique, KC Rosenberg, 

Simone Simon and Tom White.

The collective vision that unites these five Bay Area artists is the relationship of shape, rich evocative color, saturated surfaces, markings and sense of scale in this collection of mixed media and oil/acrylic pieces.


Show dates: April 8 - May 20, 2017
Closing Reception: Saturday, May 20, 4:00 – 6:30 pm

Gallery hours:  Saturdays 1:00 to 5:00 and by appointment

Please check out our Facebook page for photos from the opening reception and Instagram for more images in the show.

We are delighted and honored to be nominated again for "Best Art Gallery" in the Oakland Magazine "Best Of" issue.  If you like what we do, please vote for us here in the Lifestyle & Leisure section.  Voting ends May 1.  Thank you for your support!

A few pieces in the show are below. Visit us to see the whole exhibit.


Painting by Betsy Kellas
Painting by Simone Simon
Mixed Media by Jo Ann Biagini
Painting by Javier Manrique
Painting by Mary Ann Leff
Painting by KC Rosenberg
Painting by Tom White



Slow Art Day was April 8, 2017. 
To view photos from this year's event, click here.
If you missed it, join us next year, April 14, 2018!
ABOUT  GRAY  LOFT  GALLERY
 
Gray Loft Gallery - voted "Best Art Gallery" in the 2016 Oakland Magazine Award - has promoted the rich art culture of Jingletown and the greater Bay Area for 5 years. The gallery has been referred to as a hidden gem in Jingletown, and noted by 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
is a proud member of the Jingletown Arts and Business Association and the Oakland Art Murmur.
Hours: Saturdays 1:00 to 5:00
Sundays by appointment  (call or
email us)

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