"Where We Gather' celebrates community, creativity
Bonner County Daily Bee | UPDATED 4 weeks, 1 day AGO
Daryl Baird's "Friends" is among the works featured at "Where We Gather," a new exhibit by the Pend Oreille Arts Council of how we come together as people, communities and creators.
Photo courtesy PEND OREILLE ARTS COUNCIL
"She Stood in Silence" by Teresa Rancourt is among the works being showcased at "Where We Gather," a new exhibit by the Pend Oreille Arts Council of how we come together as people, communities and creators.
The Pend Oreille Arts Council invites the community to celebrate the opening of "Where We Gather," a group exhibition exploring the many ways we come together as people, communities and creators. The show opens with a First Friday reception Nov. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m., featuring light refreshments and a chance to meet the artists.
Inspired by the universal act of gathering — around tables, in nature, at places of worship or in shared purpose — the exhibition encourages broad interpretation. Each participating artist was invited to consider the spaces, memories and moments that bring us closer to one another.
Featured artists include Teresa Rancourt, Molly Gentry, Richard Wieth, Barry Burgess, Suzanne Jewell, Daryl Baird, Judy Baird, Robb Turnlund and Randy Fritz.
"The theme 'Where We Gather' was intentionally open-ended," said POAC Arts Coordinator Claire Christy. "Each artist took it in a completely different direction, which is exactly what we love to see at POAC — unique perspectives coming together to create something that feels connected and alive."
From Daryl Baird’s portraits that capture quiet moments of friendship to Teresa Rancourt’s textured paintings inspired by nature and human connection, the collection reflects a wide range of media and emotion. In a gesture that embodies the show’s spirit of generosity, Rancourt will donate the proceeds from her exhibited works to the Bonner Community Food Bank.
In addition, the POAC Gallery will collect nonperishable food donations for the food bank throughout November. Visitors are encouraged to bring an item or two when attending the reception or viewing the exhibition.
"Where We Gather" will be on view through Dec. 1 at the POAC Gallery, located at 313 N. Second Ave. in Sandpoint. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Visit artinsandpoint.org or call 208-263-6139 for more information.
"She Stood in Silence" by Teresa Rancourt is among the works being showcased at "Where We Gather," a new exhibit by the Pend Oreille Arts Council of how we come together as people, communities and creators.