BEAST OF NO NATION | MAY 4 – JUNE 23, 2018
New paintings by Chaves Smith
CELEBRATION | Friday, June 1, 6–9 PM: coinciding with Oakland Art Murmur, on 1st Friday
ARTIST TALK | Saturday, June 2, 2 PM: a conversation with Chaves Smith
1st Vessel Biennale | May 18, 19 and 20, 2018
Vessel Gallery is proud to announce the Vessel Biennale mini-art fair on May 18th, 19th and 20th! Offering rare, small works at entry-level collector prices.
Participating artists: David Burke, Barry Ebner, Edith Hillinger, Dave Kim, Julia Ledyard, Chaves Smith, Martin Webb
FRI May 18th Collector’s Piece Preview:
During regular business hours (11am-6pm) guests will have a unique opportunity to preview the smaller collector’s pieces which will be given away in a special raffle to be held the following Saturday night, while simultaneously enjoying our ongoing exhibit by Chaves Smith, Beast Of No Nation.
SAT May 19th Vessel Biennale nighttime celebration and Raffle:
We invite you to join us, free of charge, for an evening celebration as the Vessel Biennale reaches its peak. Guests will enjoy Drinks and Live Music from 6pm – 8pm amidst which participants will be able to join our Vessel Biennale Raffle. In this rare moment, you'll have the opportunity to win a small collector’s piece by one of our artists for only the price of a raffle ticket!
SUN May 20th Open Special Hours:
We wrap up the Vessel Biennale mini-art fair by adjusting our hours (1:30-5PM)- we stay open for your visit on SUNDAY as well! We welcome guests to come and explore our ongoing exhibit by Chaves Smith, Beast Of No Nation.
Explore Oakland Murals with an Artist | Sat. May 12, 2018
Mural tour with David Burke | $35
Sat, May 12, 2018, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Vessel Gallery | 471 25th St. Oakland, CA 94612
We'll meet at Vessel Gallery, then on foot take a walking tour of a number of beloved exciting murals. We'll be joined by local painter and muralist David Burke. As we walk we'll discuss the artists presented, the process of erecting a mural, how to analyze street art, and how public affects the community, city, and our lives. Afterward, we'll head back to the gallery to have a beer, wine, beverage. As we socialize, we'll tell you more about the artworks showing in the gallery by painter + street artist Chaves Smith, and we'll continue our conversation about murals and street art.
"A RECKONING: BOTANICALS AND BEYOND" OPENING RECEPTION + ARTIST TALK: Friday, March 2, 6PM
A RECKONING: BOTANICALS AND BEYOND MARCH 2 – APRIL 28, 2018
Artworks by Edith Hillinger, Cherisse Alcantara, Marilyn Bardet, Lauren Crew, Rea DeGuzman, Dave Young Kim, Christy Kovacs, and Iris Polos
OPENING RECEPTION + ARTIST TALK: Friday, March 2, 6PM
coinciding with Oakland Art Murmur, on 1st Friday
Artist Talk: PERSISTENCE OF LIGHT – February 10, 2PM
Artist Talk: Saturday, February 10, 2PM
Join Vessel Gallery for artist talk by Cheryl Calleri, Irene Imfeld, and Ron Weil
(CANCELED) ART SEEDS SALON | CHERYL CALLERI AND THE HAYDN ENTHUSIASTS, JAN 26, 8PM, $22
(CANCELED) Friday, January 26, 8-10PM | $22
Start 2018 surrounded by light and music. We’re taking advantage of the winter night during our Art Seeds Salon with an artist talk by Cheryl Calleri and concert by musical ensemble the Haydn Enthusiasts. We’ll start the gathering with Cheryl Calleri as she discusses her new site-specific installation, Offering, which is composed of luminous objects intended to provide contemplation in our ever-amplified world. Take a moment to explore the light and then listen as local ensemble The Haydn Enthusiasts perform a selection of quartets by the classical composer Joseph Haydn, who is often credited for the modern concept of the symphony and whose classical compositions are noted for their lyricism. Join us for the first 2018 Vessel Art Seeds, a series of events where we erase the lines between artistic disciplines.
"PERSISTENCE OF LIGHT" OPENING RECEPTION: FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 6-9PM
Persistence of Light: January 5-February 17, 2018
Artworks by Cheryl Calleri, Irene Imfeld, and Ron Weil
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, January 5, 6–9PM, coinciding with Oakland Art Murmur, on First Friday
