Artists offer a warm winter welcome

Enjoy new art and artist demonstrations at the Winter Reception from Lincoln City’s Pacific Artists’ Gallery this Friday, Jan. 10.

The gallery's artwork encompasses a broad range of mediums and artistic styles from 28 artists, including new guest artist Phil Sargent and featured artist Wayne Ruby. 

Sargent is an oil painter who enjoys painting some of Oregon’s spectacular views. Whether inspired by Mt. Hood, the ocean, the vineyards or the wild rivers, his work is all about color and the love of people and place. 

Ruby creates extraordinary pieces by combining driftwood and stained glass. He has also been a longtime watercolor artist. His works reflect the rich environment surrounding him, including the forests, oceans and mountains. In addition to being the featured artist for January, he will demonstrate his artistic process at the reception.

Jewelry artist Katt Wamsley will also demonstrate at the reception. As she creates necklaces and other jewelry, she accentuates and embellishes the gems to bring out their full personality.

Guests will have the chance to browse the assembled art, enjoy beverages and light snacks and chat with the artists.

Friday’s reception begins at 5 pm at the Pacific Artists’ Gallery, located at 620 NE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City, across from the Lincoln City Cultural Center. The Artists’ Studio Association Gallery, which is also in the same building, will also be open to the public.

For more information, go to pacificartco-op.com.