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(March Issue available 2/24/12)

A Passion for Animals in Vivian Olsen’s Art

Vivian Olsen’s interest in portraying animals developed when she was very young and her constant playmates were her animal friends. Although she has come a long way from drawing piglets and chicks, her love of animals remains strong and is expressed in her art.

While growing up in the countryside near Montery Bay in California, she always knew she would be an artist. In her early college years Olsen majored in art but it wasn’t until years later that she returned to college to finish two degrees. In these intervening years she raised three daughters while painting and producing illustrations professionally.

She then became the art teacher at Socorro High School in New Mexico where she lived for 26 years. While teaching for 18 years she continued to display her painting in galleries and in state and national exhibits. When she and her husband retired they relocated to Central Oregon and this area that they love has been their home now for over a decade.

Winter Art Walk Welcomes New Businesses, Patina, Perry’s & Bling

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Walking in historic downtown Redmond on second Friday evenings will be an extra special treat with the inauguration of Winter Art Walk. The free event starts at 5pm at the Deschutes Public Library located at SW Eighth & SW Deschutes.

Branch Manager Linda Olson expressed excitement over participating in the event. “We’re thrilled to share our artists’ work with the public. It’s turned into a real celebration; we will have live music and refreshments, and, we’re staying open until 7pm.”

The Library is the gateway to the rest of the event which continues until 8pm. At the Library, participants will pick up a passport and map that leads them to destinations throughout downtown. Local artists’ works will be displayed at each store they visit, and, the “art tourists” will be offered refreshments. Some merchants will also have live music to enhance the festivities.
Throughout the tour, participants can get their passport stamped which will enter them into a drawing for a signed original print donated by local artist Judi Williamson. “I just think it’s a great way for people to get out and be a part of the community,” said Williamson.

In recent weeks, six stores have claimed Sixth Street as their new home. Winter Art Walk welcomes Patina Antiques at 418 SW Sixth, Perry’s Trading Post & 2nd Hand Store at 321 SW Sixth and Bottoms, Boots, Bags & Bling at 361 SW Sixth. A complete list of Art Walk destinations will be available on the Redmond Art Walk Facebook page the day before the event.

The Redmond Downtown Association (RDA) is a segment of the Redmond Chamber of Commerce. Redmond’s Downtown District is home to more than 50 shops and restaurants. The RDA is dedicated to cultivating the prosperity and vibrancy of the Downtown District to benefit Redmond’s local economy as well as to share the beauty of historic Redmond with all Central Oregon residents and visitors.

Info: RDA Chair Jason Zlatkus at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 541-788-0473.

Art Walk Returns to Redmond

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The Redmond Downtown Association announce that Art Walk is returning to Redmond. This free event will take place on December 9 from 5-8pm at participating Downtown Redmond merchants. Billed as Winter Art Walk, the event’s name suggests a quarterly occurrence.

Judi Williamson of Judi’s Art Gallery located on NE Hemlock is the organizer of the event, and, is hopeful that it will bring in high-attendance.

Meridith Johnson at Ambiance

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Capturing an expressive emotion or scene that communicates or stirs a reaction from the observer is the essence of art says Meridith Johnson who will have her art on exhibit at Redmond’ Ambiance Gallery through December.

“I strive to capture the personality and the moment in time with every drawing or painting I complete. I prefer to take photographs as I get to know my subject better their personality comes out.

New Location for Redmond Holiday Village Market

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The Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB announce its new location of the Fifth Annual Holiday Village Market. This European Style Holiday Market will take place at Centennial Park on the corner of Seventh & Evergreen Streets in downtown Redmond.

Six small buildings that are replicas of what you will find in a European Village will surround Redmond’s community Christmas tree. There will be approximately 20 vendors selling their holiday crafts and food items in the kiosks and 10’ x 10’ spaces that are still available.

This family-friendly outdoor market will take place, Friday, November 25 and Saturday, November 26 from Noon – 6pm.

Along with the Holiday Village Market the Redmond Chamber will be hosting the Starlight parade on Saturday, November 26 at 5pm on Sixth Street between Dogwood and Forest Streets. After the parade, be sure to come to the Village Market and enjoy a special ceremony of Santa Claus lighting Redmond’s Christmas tree. A special musical performance by the Bridge Church will be entertaining with their children’s bell choir as they play and sing traditional songs of the season.

If you are interested in participating in this great event, and would like to sell your holiday items, pick up an application in the Redmond Chamber of Commerce & CVB office located at 446 SW Seventh Street or online at www.visitredmondoregon.com.

Info: Karen at 541-923-5191 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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