Kerby Evening of Art set for Friday, July 27
Locals and visitors alike can enjoy another community evening out as Kerby adds a new offering to Illinois Valley’s art events with its first Evening of Art in Kerby on Friday, July 27.
Sample food, drink, art and conversation along the way as you explore the seven special spots that will be open from 5 to 8 p.m.
Starting at the south end of town, Hampton’s Rock Shop, in a newly renovated historic building, holds a rock-lover’s dream collection of stone and gems, petroglyphs, stone carvings and more, including Gabrielle’s jewelry.
Across the street, RCC’s Learning Center in what was the site of an early valley school, is home to the Southern Oregon Guild Gallery and Artists’ Center. Fine art photographer Bill Ott’s new show, “Archaic Art: Ancient Art Forms of Western North America,” just opened.
Ott’s beautiful photographs, many digitally restored, bring those inaccessible rock art works by ancient peoples across the centuries, giving us food for imagining their worlds.
Works in other media – woodcraft, ceramics, doll making, jewelry, fiber arts, and a variety of flat art techniques – also are displayed.
A short distance north on Hwy. 199, the Kerbyville Museum will be open for folks to examine an extensive collection of historical artifacts and photos from different eras of the region.
A bit more up the road are Kauffman Wood Products’ offices, The Dove Tail Joint, and It’s a Burl.
Besides their well-crafted rustic pole furniture, Kauffman’s will have music by Bruce Hanson, and wine from Bridgeview Vineyards. At The Dove Tail Joint next door, you might talk Jerry Work into discussing the state-of-the-art equipment he uses to design and make his fine Craftsman-style furniture, or ask him and Sharon about the history of their restored Masonic building.
Across the street, in addition to the amazing architecture and beautiful burl woodwork at It’s a Burl, Harvey and Joy Shinerock are inviting folks to participate in a potluck as well as an open jam with The Burlyard Bunch.
Finally, just up the road at the north end of town, Kerbyville Farm and Yanase Jewelers will be open. Karen and Michael Yanase invite you to view Michael’s beautiful custom jewelry designs.
Dale and Barbara DeVorss at Kerbyville Farm are offering barbecued food, fresh pastries and fresh produce. They also are featuring Art by Amy, music by “singer and pianist extraordinaire” Larry Cavalier, and door prizes.
Whether you walk the route or drive, Kerby’s Evening of Art offers a big serving of history, fun and food along with the rich array of contemporary creations by southern Oregon artists and artisans. Parking can be found at the RCC Learning Center, at Kerbyville Farm, and at other locations along the highway.
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