by Breann | Jun 25, 2024
7/8 5:30pm – 8:30 Opening reception Art Showing with an opening honor song (Caylon Hedgepeth) and closing song (Kit Julianto and Caylon Hedgepeth).
7/9 Artist talk at 6 pm with flute song by Kit Julianto
7/10 Gallery tour with closing song (Kit Julianto and Caylon Hedgepeth)
BIOGRAPHY
Kit Julianto, Yooti, is an enrolled member of the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation and a descendent of the Navajo nation. He holds a BFA in Studio Arts from the Institute of American Indian Arts of Santa Fe, New Mexico (2010) and a MFA in Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University (2018). He teaches Art, grades Pre-K to 12th at the Owyhee Combined Schools in Elko County School District. He believes in empowering youth to express themselves through different mediums such as painting, watercolor, pottery, drawing and art foundations in school and through workshops. Other outlets of using his artistry and culture are by presenting Native American workshops on how to play the Native flute, singing and hand drum making. His works reflect upon Native American culture, music, tradition, and storytelling, through various mediums, vibrant colors, and texture. His works of art have been shared throughout many Native and non Native communities, galleries, and gatherings.
by Breann | Jun 25, 2024
Opening reception Art Showing with an opening honor song (Caylon Hedgepeth) and closing song (Kit Julianto and Caylon Hedgepeth).
BIOGRAPHY
Kit Julianto, Yooti, is an enrolled member of the Shoshone Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation and a descendent of the Navajo nation. He holds a BFA in Studio Arts from the Institute of American Indian Arts of Santa Fe, New Mexico (2010) and a MFA in Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University (2018). He teaches Art, grades Pre-K to 12th at the Owyhee Combined Schools in Elko County School District. He believes in empowering youth to express themselves through different mediums such as painting, watercolor, pottery, drawing and art foundations in school and through workshops. Other outlets of using his artistry and culture are by presenting Native American workshops on how to play the Native flute, singing and hand drum making. His works reflect upon Native American culture, music, tradition, and storytelling, through various mediums, vibrant colors, and texture. His works of art have been shared throughout many Native and non Native communities, galleries, and gatherings.
by Breann | May 31, 2024
A celebration of the arts in the Surel Mitchell Live-Work-Create District
If you’d like to volunteer sign up at surelsplace.org/volunteer.
Check out these highlights below:
A preview of the Shrinky Dink® Art Auction at Surel’s Place with disco music from DJ Wendy Fox. We are infecting the ’70s throughout the event, so we encourage you to dress in disco digs. We have DJs, disco dancers, roller skaters and a Tarot Card Reader!
Including:
Kimberly Bennett Porter
Eve-Marie Bergren
Brecken Bird
Suzanne Chetwood
Heather Elizabeth
Rick Friesen
Julia Green
Betty Hayzlett
Sara Hill
Liz Hilton
Nicolet Hitchock
Derek & Danielle Hurd
Stephanie Inman
Shelley Jund
Ashley Kennedy
Lauren Kistner
Marianne Konvalinka
Sue Latta
Jerri Lisk
Susan Madacsi
Brigette Nelson
Nikki Russo
Cassandra Schiffler
Katy Shanafelt
Jason Sievers
Jessie Swimeley
Rachel Teannalach
Randy Van Dyck
April VanDeGrift
Sara of Ancient Portal Studio, Hallie Maxwell & Matthew Thorley, & Typewriter Poetry with Sonya Feibert at Surel’s Place Studios on 35th Street.
Black Earth Pottery on the front patio of WEPA on 35th.
Kit Julianto (paintings) at new venue: μετά house, on the patio facing the Greenbelt of the new home along Carr street on the corner by Surel’s Place.
Jennifer Hermann of Corvus Lux Jewelry outside Surel’s Place.
The Waterfront District will be sharing info and fundraising for their mosaic along the GreenBelt with a table in front of Surel’s Place. More info at http://wfdmural.wordpress.com/
Suzi Butler (fused glass) and Mary Arnold (oil and water media paintings) at The Holdover House
Mary Gardiner (drawing and painting) in The Tiny House on 33rd.
Author Tomás Baiza at The Lit Room.
Rick Walter, painter, graphic artist, and screen printer, will be showing a variety of mixed-medium paintings, prints, and digital work. Some large, some small. Limited merchandise will be available on First Friday at the Visual Arts Collective.
Andy Forbes (potter) at Casa Bella with a unique collection of stoneware and porcalain he hand throws.
Jesse Mazzuca (painting) at Barbarian.
Michael Norsk (painting) at Split Rail.
Burma Naylor of Wanderlust Malas and Reiki at Ananda Yoga Space.
Andrew Forbes (pottery/ceramics) at Casa Bella.
Shelley Johnson at Water Edge Gallery with a popup by Idaho Watercolor Society.
Dowona Uhlry (sculpture) at Somewhere.
Wanderlust Malas and Reiki at Ananda Yoga Space.
by Breann | May 22, 2024
Local mixed media artist JESSE MAZZUCA will be featuring his artwork in our Barrel Cove for the First Friday Art & Studio Stroll.
Stop by anytime between 5:30-8:30 to see his work.
It’s also FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY at Barbarian with Three local food vendors:
Joker’s BBQ Food Truck 4-8pm
Solari Pizzeria 4:30-8pm
Tony Cannoli 5-8pm
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About Jesse Mazzuca:
Jesse Mazzuca is a mixed media artist based in Boise, Idaho. He creates art pieces on various surfaces, including canvas, metal signs, and glass. Jesse’s designs draw inspiration from vintage advertising, comics, and other materials like vintage magazines and tape.
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About the First Friday Art & Studio Stroll:
Garden City’s Surel L. Mitchell Live-Work-Create District is bustling with artists, artisans, and creative, artisanal businesses. Come to our neighborhood on the river as much as you can, but especially during our First Friday Art & Studio Stroll. You’ll find many locations open during the event, including artist studios, restaurants, and businesses featuring art events. In addition, there will be special events at many locations, including exhibits, readings, and performances.
by Breann | May 16, 2024
Plein Air Painting will merge with live music for an open-air art and music experience on the Boise Greenbelt near the Sandbar. Come and watch as artists create unique pieces inspired by nature and accompanied by live music at Sandbar. Purchase new art to color your world while enjoying great music and delicious food. Up to four plein air artists will be participating in this art pop-up.
Bobby Dee Key’s ROCK HOUSE band will be playing at Sandbar from 5-8pm. Sandbar is first come first served and does not accept reservations.
