(Field of Flowers by Dan Custer)
As fall takes hold in Sunriver, we still see many visitors from both near and far. Sunriver in November is a great time to visit from Bend or Redmond with bikes to wander the paths and see our local wildlife before they head to winter grounds. It’s also a time to visit the various galleries in the area to view new art.
The Betty Gray Gallery at the Sunriver Lodge is showing a new artist. Dan Custer is an American landscape painter whose work is inspired by the mountains, rivers and forests of the American West. Raised in Montana, he studied fine art at the University of Montana before earning a degree in visual communications from the Art Institute of Seattle. Following successful careers in advertising, film and industrial design, Dan returned to his lifelong passion for painting. Now based in western Montana, Dan draws daily inspiration from Glacier Country and the Northern Rockies, creating paintings that invite viewers to pause, reflect and reconnect with nature. The downstairs Betty Gray Gallery is showing a variety of artists in early November and will begin its showcase of Central Oregon Young Artists starting after Thanksgiving.
Photography: Seven Points of View opens at Nancy McGrath Green Gallery. The diverse exhibition includes photographs of birds, wildlife predators and rodeo animals, among other genres. McGrath Green Gallery is open weekdays, 1-4pm, and directly after church service on Sundays, and by appointment (mcgrathgreengallery@gmail.com). 18139 Cottonwood Road in Sunriver, inside Sunriver Christian Fellowship.
Centrally Oregon, the newly opened arts and coworking studio in Sunriver, is offering up space for remote workers and artists alike, with desks, tables and comfy conversation corners providing an environment for quiet inspiration. Centrally Oregon provides members with 24-hour access while encouraging the community to join in classes, workshops and other exciting activities. The space is also a local art gallery for those interested in showcasing their work. Currently, owner Stephanie Gregory is displaying her own work, a series of mixed media, acrylic collage works of poetry. Find more information at centrallyoregon.com or visit the gallery in the Sunriver Business Park.
Art lovers can also visit the Sunriver Public Safety building weekdays to view art in the public space. The Public Safety building is showing a review of pop art along with some selections from a private collection. And the Artists’ Gallery Sunriver is always open to show over 40 artists’ work. Sunriver is always a vibrant place to visit, and the crisp weather provides new perspectives for art lovers and nature lovers alike. We hope to see you in the galleries.