land art
show
august 2-27, 2022
with sighted land:
an off-site outdoor location
Curated by Merridawn Duckler, Blackfish Gallery presents a one-of-a-kind in-gallery and outdoor exhibit of literally earth-shattering art, installation, and performance on the genre of Land Art, historic art movement of the 1960’s/70’s seen through a 21st century lens. Gallery members and invited artists join the Native American visual arts community in presenting works that challenge, reflect, and enlarge the artist role in land use, land challenges, imagination, and environment in the Pacific Northwest.
The exhibit includes a gallery show by Blackfish and invited artists and outdoor, interactive sited work on four acres of stunning farming, forest, and private wetlands in the East Columbia/ Blue Heron neighborhood accessed via FREE SHUTTLE of artist-run buses between the gallery and the outdoor site “Sighted Land” on three Saturdays in August: 13th, 20th, and 27th at 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3pm.
All events are open to the public and appropriate for all ages.
EVENT SCHEDULE
First Thursday, August 4th from 6-9pm
Opening Reception at Blackfish Gallery.
First Thursday, August 4th from 7-8pm
The Heartbeat of the Earth: An Evening of Drum Ritual by Merkaba Heart in the Blackfish Back Room.
Saturday, August 6th & Sunday, August 7th from 11am to 5pm
NAYA + Blackfish Gallery collaboration of Native American art and craft market by local artisans at Blackfish Gallery.
Wednesday, August 10th at 7pm
A Native American artist panel on art, nature, and visions with guest artists Leonard D. Harmon, Bobby Mercier, and Lillian Pitt moderated by Blackfish member Don Bailey at Blackfish Gallery.
Friday, August 12th & Saturday, August 13th
Native American artist Toma Villa in-person carving at the Blackfish Gallery and at the “Sighted Land” location, accessed by free shuttle.
Saturday, August 13th from 10am to 5pm
FREE shuttle of artist-run buses between the gallery and the outdoor site “Sighted Land.” Bus schedule 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3pm. Times may fluctuate with traffic. Last bus returns at 5pm.
Saturday, August 20th from 10am to 5pm
FREE shuttle of artist-run buses between the gallery and the outdoor site “Sighted Land.” Bus schedule 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3pm. Times may fluctuate with traffic. Last bus returns at 5pm.
Saturday, August 20th at 7pm
Women On the Land: An evening of performance featuring works by Merridawn Duckler, Jamie M. Rea, and Christina Rusnak.
Friday, August 26th at 7:30pm
"Get It Within It" concert by world-influenced progressive folk ensemble Bug Toast at Blackfish Gallery (sliding scale admission price). Sample a short demo of music they will play at the top of the homepage: www.bugtoastmusic.com
Saturday, August 27th from 10am to 5pm
FREE shuttle of artist-run buses between the gallery and the outdoor site “Sighted Land.” Bus schedule 10am, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3pm. Times may fluctuate with traffic. Last bus returns at 5pm.
Blackfish Artists participating
Rita Alves
Don Bailey
Carol Benson
Kelsey Birsa
Clint Brown
Myra Clark
Jana Demartini
Merridawn Duckler
Hector H Hernandez
Aaron Johanson
Benjamin Mefford
Monica Mitchell
Christopher Shotola-Hardt
Stephan Soihl
Mandy Stigant
Alice Christine Walker
Janice Yang
Guest Artists participating
Kareem Blair
Erin Bodfish
Lauren Carrera
Taylor Eggan
Julie Hammond
Leonard D. Harmon
Merkaba Heart
Palmarin Merges
Bobby Mercier
Lillian Pitt
Rory ONeal
Jamie M. Rea
Christina Rusnak
Erik Sandgren
Kristin Solomon & the Goldstone Project
Toma Villa
Sighted Land
Gallery
GALLERY TOUR
Land Statement
We acknowledge that Blackfish Gallery resides on stolen land where the traditional villages of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other tribes once stood along the Columbia River.
We recognize that the egregious systems of colonialism, genocide, relocation, and oppression have had a lasting impact on Indigenous people. Nonetheless, Native people and cultures have continued to thrive and contribute immensely to our city.
Blackfish Gallery is committed to celebrating and honoring Native history, people, and cultures by building authentic relationships with Indigenous artists and amplifying their voices by sharing our space as a place to tell their stories and exhibit their talent.
We support Indigenous-led grassroots change movements and campaigns and encourage our patrons to do so as well. Here links to local organizations that are doing important work and could use your help.
Thank you to our supporters
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