((Left) Faith Hope and Charity by Dave Fox, (Center) Multi media art by Dottie Moniz, (Right) Sassy by Jesica Carleton) “I’d like to paint the way a bird sings.” Claude Monet said that, and it’s a funny thing to picture at first. A bird doesn’t sing to win a prize. It doesn’t sing because someone…
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Hike, Backpack, and Explore Oregon Longer days and melting snow mean it’s time to hit the trail. Whether you’re planning a stroll along the Deschutes River, a wildflower hike in the Cascades, a backpacking trip in the Three Sisters Wilderness, or a weekend adventure in the Ochocos, this curated list has you covered. Discover guidebooks,…
Ready to Raise the Baton?
(Photo courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival) Have you saved your seats for Raise the Baton yet? Raise the Baton on July 18 is Sunriver Music Festival’s premier fundraising party of the year! This lively event raises vital funds for Young Artists Scholarships and the Festival’s world-class concerts. Hosted by Maestro Brett Mitchell and illustrious auctioneer Molly…
Acclaimed Pianist to Open Sunriver Music Festival’s 49th Summer Concert Season
(Michelle Cann. Photo by Titilayo Ayangade) What does genius look like? It might look a lot like Sunriver Music Festival’s guest artist Michelle Cann, a two-time Grammy winner and one of the most sought-after artists of her generation. She’s coming to Central Oregon for Sunriver Music Festival’s opening concert August 10, at which she will…
80 Artists Selected for Sunriver Art Fair
(Husband and wife team, Jennah and Paul Jost of Firesmith Copper in Cheshire, Oregon, bring flame-painted copper to Sunriver Art Fair | Photo courtesy of Sunriver Art Fair) Sunriver Art Fair welcomes more than 80 artists from across the western states, August 7-9. The art fair, held outdoors in the Village at Sunriver, is a…
Dry Canyon Community Art Center Call to Artists
We want to show the creativity of Central Oregon artists at the Dry Canyon Community Art Center. We are inviting artists residing in Central Oregon to submit their art for our next exhibition. You do not have to be a member of any art organization. It will be a two-month exhibit of 2-D and 3-D art, from Tuesday,…
Summer Art in Sunriver
(Painted Hills Aurora by Kristina Zieglar) With the arrival of June, Sunriver is full swing with plenty of visitors and part-time residents joining our ranks to enjoy the beauty and activities in the area. Summer in Sunriver is always a vibrant time, and the local galleries will contribute with fine art, with something for everyone….
Nature as Muse
((L-R) Photography by Holly Fischer; My World watercolor by Dianne Lay; Oregon Landscape 2, art glass by Cheryl Chapmanand; and beaded jewels by Emily McFadden) “Art will never be able to exist without nature.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci The abundance of nature around Sunriver and Central Oregon has a strong influence on the work of…
Sunriver Music Festival Tickets Open Now
(Photos courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival) From August 10-20, Sunriver Music Festival presents its 49th season in two spectacular, historic Central Oregon venues — the Sunriver Resort Great Hall and the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. Performances feature world-class orchestra musicians and renowned soloists, led by Artistic Director & Conductor Brett Mitchell. The Festival includes…
Artists Selected for 2026 Sunriver Art Fair
Save the date for the Sunriver Art Fair: August 7-9. The art fair, held outdoors in the Village at Sunriver, is a nationally recognized, juried fine arts and crafts event. The fair is a favorite for local Sunriver and Central Oregon residents, as well as summertime visitors. The art fair jury selected more than 80…