"The Green Show"
January 7-31, 2012

Submission Date: Thursday, January 5 between 10am-4pm
Artist Reception: Saturday, January 7, 6-8pm

An open juried show of Northwest artists, the theme is open to interpretation and can mean anything from the color green to creating "green" art.
The Cannon Beach Gallery no longer charges an application fee for its juried fee program; we do encourage artists to become a member of the Cannon Beach Arts Association.

2012 Exhibition Schedule

February 4-29 "Playing Cards"
Submission Date: Thursday, February 2 between 10am-4pm
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 4, 6-8pm
For 2 years, Liz Cohn has been making art on playing cards most of which were mailed to over 150 artists all over the world for them to alter and add to in any medium. The resulting collection is over 1000 collaborative small works of unique art. This show will highlight her collection and include a juried component in which artists are encouraged to make their own "playing card" (approx.3.5"x2.5"). The cards do not need to be framed.

March 3-April 2 "Fruits Of Our Labor"
Artist Reception: Saturday, March 3, 6-8pm
In a nod to "Savor Cannon Beach," this invitational show will highlight artwork that is thematically related to growing, preparing and enjoying food. Works will include blown glass cupcakes by Jon Cook as well as sumptuous oil paintings by Brian Cameron and Suzy Kitman.

April 7-30 "Under 18 Regional Art"
Artist Reception: Saturday, April 7, 6-8pm
An amazing show of 130 works by local grade and high school students.
SPONSORED by Jimmy Onstott.

May 5-30 "Books as Art"
Artist Reception, Saturday, May 5, 6-8pm
Handmade books by Linda Piacentini-Yaple and works by Beth L. Robinson. In addition, 40 regional artists will create an "Altered Book" by transforming discarded old volumes into surprising and new mixed media creations.
SPONSORED by Terry and Judine Brooks

June 2-24 "Plein Air and More"
Artist Reception, Saturday, June 2, 6-8pm
Plein Air and More Festival, June 22-June 24
Three phenomenal landscape artists, Phyllis Trowbridge, Michael Lorenzini, and Bets Cole will be exhibiting their work for the month as well as participating in the town wide arts celebration known as Plein Air and More.

Over the weekend of June 22-June 24, these artists will set up their easels around town to paint as spectators watch and ask questions.

June 28-July 31 "Artists of Sitka"
Artist Reception, Saturday, June 30, 6-8pm
Located at Cascade Head on the Oregon coast, the Sitka Center offers workshops and residency programs in art and nature. This is an invitational show curated by featured artist Carol Riley.

August 4-Sept 3 "Coastal Flora and Fauna"
Artist Reception, Saturday, August 4, 6-8pm
Cannon Beach is always rated one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and includes old-growth forestland with its own amazing array of wildlife. An invitational show, artists will present their visions of creatures and chlorophyll of the NW coast.
Some of the artists: Sally Lackaff, Liza Jones, Donna Sakamoto Crispin and Barbara Temple Ayres.

Sept 8-October 9 "Rooms With a View"
Submission Date: Thursday, September 6, between 10am-4pm
Artist Reception: Saturday, September 8, 6-8pm
A juried show with a classic theme for artists to interpret with their own inventive twists.

October 11-31 "Cannon Beach Photo Review"
Artist Reception, Friday, October 12, 6-8pm
An exhibition showcasing regional photographers participating in an inaugural event. This show will celebrate photography as an art form.

Nov 3-December 3 "Miniatures"
Submission Date, November 1, between 10am-4pm
Artist Reception: November 3, 6-8pm
A fun exhibit with the art lover in mind, the Miniatures Show features tiny objects at tiny prices. An annual juried show, this is also CBAA's Stormy Weather Arts exhibit, and has been a signature event for 26 years.

December 8-31 "Artist Grant Exhibit" and "Volunteers Show"
Artist Reception: Saturday, December 8, 6-8pm
Drenda Duff, our 2011 Artist Grant winner, will create and publish a Cannon Beach Play Book, with art projects for children and adults. Her original art for the book will be shown. Also showing will be 25 works by our invaluable docents and other volunteers.