Art In Corvallis (Final Part 1)
For a small college town, Corvallis, Oregon sure does encompass a lot of love for art. Rooted in a community of artists, Corvallis plays a large role in the collective $687 million and 22,299 jobs contributed to Oregon’s economy in just 2015 alone, according to the latest Arts & Economic Prosperity study from Americans for the Arts.
An article by CBN posted in 2017 interviewed the director of Business Oregon, Chris Harder, who says that “arts and culture play a key role in healthy, prosperous communities, particularly in rural Oregon.”
Established in 1960, Americans for the Arts is an organization aimed for advancing the arts in America. They conducted their fifth Economic Prosperity study about the economic impact of the art community in Oregon. Robert L. Lynch, President and CEO of Americans for the Arts, says that “the arts are an investment that delivers both community well-being and economic vitality.”
The art community is a vital heart beat in keeping Corvallis alive. From local shops to a The Arts Center, local artists can get their art fix all throughout Corvallis streets. One particular shop in downtown Corvallis, Art in the Valley gallery is a local co-op for art. This gallery first began in Toledo, Oregon, in 1991, then moved into Corvallis. Local artists can become a member and display their art or sell some of their pieces on consignment. This gallery is full of mixed mediums -- selections of local fine art including paintings, pastels, original prints, photography, pottery, wood vessels, jewelry, coasters, tiles, glass, and sculpture. The gallery changes their exhibit once a month featuring different artists each time. They also have exhibitions during the weekly Corvallis Arts Walk.
Located in the heart of Corvallis is the The Arts Center, which has been the center of the arts community for over 50 years. This center is home to hundreds of rotating exhibitions from local artists, providing programs and services to the community, selling local artwork and locally made jewelry, the Corvallis Art Walk, and providing opportunities for employment, professional development, and income.
Here’s how to get involved with your local Corvallis art community:
Corvallis Art Walk (CAW)
Every third Thursday of every month, Corvallis hosts an Art Walk where local galleries, shops, and art stores keep their doors open a little bit later than usual for spectators. Walkers are immersed with different types of demonstrations and showings of local art. The times range between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and the starting point is the local Arts Center in downtown Corvallis. Learn more at http://www.corvallisartswalk.com/.
The Arts Center’s Artist Accelerator Program
The AAP is an educational program for artists of all mediums. Classes and workshops are offered throughout the year in variety with a mission to support local artists and increase opportunities for flourishment. This program is open to all and encourages interaction with other local artists in the community. Skilled instructors invite artists to enhance their creativity by perfecting their craft or learning a new skill.
This coming summer 2018 will have a series of three events called Arts Alive! where the community can come together and experience, learn, and observe different mediums of art.
The Arts Center’s Arts Education
The Arts Education program has classes, camps, and workshops for all ages to learn and explore their creative calling. Learn more about what classes are being offered this coming summer at www.theartscenter.net/art-education-courses/.
Creative Outlets For Youth
The Arts Center has program specifically geared towards helping high risk youth in the community. A team of professional artists go to local youth shelters, correctional facilities, and recovery programs with hopes of engaging the youth in art and encouraging positivity. Learn more at https://theartscenter.net/at-risk-youth-program/.
Bibliography:
All photos taken by Samantha Guy
About. (n.d.). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://www.artinthevalley.net/about.html
Arts & Culture. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://www.visitcorvallis.com/arts-culture
Home. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from http://www.corvallisartswalk.com/
NEW STUDY Oregon Arts & Culture Industry Generates $687 Million in Economic Impact & Supports 22,299 Full-Time Jobs. (2017, June 22). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://cascadebusnews.com/new-study-oregon-arts-culture-industry-generates-687-million-economic-impact-supports-22299-full-time-jobs/
Study shows Oregon’s arts and culture industry generates $687 million in economic impact | Oregon Arts Commission. (n.d.). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://www.oregonartscommission.org/news/study-shows-oregon%E2%80%99s-arts-and-culture-industry-generates-687-million-economic-impact
The Arts Center Home Page - The Arts Center. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://theartscenter.net/
The Arts Center Serving Youth From High Risk Situations - The Arts Center. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://theartscenter.net/at-risk-youth-program/
An article by CBN posted in 2017 interviewed the director of Business Oregon, Chris Harder, who says that “arts and culture play a key role in healthy, prosperous communities, particularly in rural Oregon.”
Established in 1960, Americans for the Arts is an organization aimed for advancing the arts in America. They conducted their fifth Economic Prosperity study about the economic impact of the art community in Oregon. Robert L. Lynch, President and CEO of Americans for the Arts, says that “the arts are an investment that delivers both community well-being and economic vitality.”
The art community is a vital heart beat in keeping Corvallis alive. From local shops to a The Arts Center, local artists can get their art fix all throughout Corvallis streets. One particular shop in downtown Corvallis, Art in the Valley gallery is a local co-op for art. This gallery first began in Toledo, Oregon, in 1991, then moved into Corvallis. Local artists can become a member and display their art or sell some of their pieces on consignment. This gallery is full of mixed mediums -- selections of local fine art including paintings, pastels, original prints, photography, pottery, wood vessels, jewelry, coasters, tiles, glass, and sculpture. The gallery changes their exhibit once a month featuring different artists each time. They also have exhibitions during the weekly Corvallis Arts Walk.
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| Located in Downtown Corvallis |
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| Artwork inside the gallery |
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| Artwork inside the gallery, cont'd. |
Located in the heart of Corvallis is the The Arts Center, which has been the center of the arts community for over 50 years. This center is home to hundreds of rotating exhibitions from local artists, providing programs and services to the community, selling local artwork and locally made jewelry, the Corvallis Art Walk, and providing opportunities for employment, professional development, and income.
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| The front desk |
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| Local artists sell their art and jewelry on consignment. |
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| Art and cards for sale at the front desk. |
Corvallis Art Walk (CAW)
Every third Thursday of every month, Corvallis hosts an Art Walk where local galleries, shops, and art stores keep their doors open a little bit later than usual for spectators. Walkers are immersed with different types of demonstrations and showings of local art. The times range between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and the starting point is the local Arts Center in downtown Corvallis. Learn more at http://www.corvallisartswalk.com/.
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| An art piece inside the main gallery by local artists. |
The Arts Center’s Artist Accelerator Program
The AAP is an educational program for artists of all mediums. Classes and workshops are offered throughout the year in variety with a mission to support local artists and increase opportunities for flourishment. This program is open to all and encourages interaction with other local artists in the community. Skilled instructors invite artists to enhance their creativity by perfecting their craft or learning a new skill.
This coming summer 2018 will have a series of three events called Arts Alive! where the community can come together and experience, learn, and observe different mediums of art.
The Arts Center’s Arts Education
The Arts Education program has classes, camps, and workshops for all ages to learn and explore their creative calling. Learn more about what classes are being offered this coming summer at www.theartscenter.net/art-education-courses/.
Creative Outlets For Youth
The Arts Center has program specifically geared towards helping high risk youth in the community. A team of professional artists go to local youth shelters, correctional facilities, and recovery programs with hopes of engaging the youth in art and encouraging positivity. Learn more at https://theartscenter.net/at-risk-youth-program/.
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| More art by a local artist in the gallery. |
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| Inside the main gallery. |
Bibliography:
All photos taken by Samantha Guy
About. (n.d.). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://www.artinthevalley.net/about.html
Arts & Culture. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://www.visitcorvallis.com/arts-culture
NEW STUDY Oregon Arts & Culture Industry Generates $687 Million in Economic Impact & Supports 22,299 Full-Time Jobs. (2017, June 22). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://cascadebusnews.com/new-study-oregon-arts-culture-industry-generates-687-million-economic-impact-supports-22299-full-time-jobs/
Study shows Oregon’s arts and culture industry generates $687 million in economic impact | Oregon Arts Commission. (n.d.). Retrieved June 9, 2018, from http://www.oregonartscommission.org/news/study-shows-oregon%E2%80%99s-arts-and-culture-industry-generates-687-million-economic-impact
The Arts Center Home Page - The Arts Center. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://theartscenter.net/
The Arts Center Serving Youth From High Risk Situations - The Arts Center. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2018, from https://theartscenter.net/at-risk-youth-program/
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