Exhibition Announcements
There was a time when our charming town had numerous galleries and frequent art exhibitions. However, over time they dwindled one by one until there were none left. Consequently, Art Presence came together as a means for Jacksonville artists to secure small exhibition spaces within local businesses…for one day each month. Over time, the organization grew and evolved, and in 2012 we obtained the building previously known as the Children’s Museum. Local history buffs know it as the historic Jacksonville Jail. Many renovations and loving efforts have made this a beautiful gallery space for art exhibitions. Importantly, some artists who’ve migrated here from high-value markets feel this is the most professional art gallery in southern Oregon.
We invite you to visit our gallery! Slow down a moment in this airy, yet intimate space. Take your time as you view exhibitions of artwork created by local artists and a growing collection of books by local authors.
Wood & Waterfalls
Art Presence Art Center offers a glimpse of this greening in our February Guest Artist show. Aptly titled Wood & Waterfalls, this new show will feature stunning functional art from the Siskiyou...
2023 Naked Art
Naked Art returns to the Main Gallery in January. You know how it works—members bring their original fine art and hang it “naked” in the gallery without mats or frames. You get to add to your fine...
Member Artist of the Month – Brenda Mills Brannan
Brenda Mills Brannan For January, we celebrate Member Artist of the Month, Brenda Mills Brannan. Her work is mesmerizing and enchanting. Birds and swirls fluidly move through her acrylic pours....
December 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit
The closing exhibition of 2022 is a particularly beautiful collection of works by our member artists. The show opens Friday, December 2, and closes Sunday, January 1, with a reception on Saturday,...
December Guest Artist: The 10th Annual Angels Show
Now in its fifth year at Art Presence Art Center, the 10th Annual Angels Show is back for the holidays! Furthermore, we are tremendously happy with this year's collection of angel art. The show...
Member Artist of the Month, Chris Anderson
Chris Anderson Meet our December 2022 Member Artist of the Month, Chris Anderson! A newer member of the Art Center, Anderson moved to Jacksonville in August 2020. Having grown up in Ashland and...
November 2022 Guest Exhibit
Inspired by the Elements: Earth, Wind, Fire, and Water The Calligraphers Guild All of creation was once understood as a dance of elements: fire, air, water, and earth. -Glenn Aparicio Parry It is...
Member of the Month Desmond Serratore
This month is the inaugural show for our Member Artist of the Month. For our November member of the Month, we feature Desmond Serratore. “Creating art is the most pleasurable sensation I have ever...
November 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit
Our October / November 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit / Members Show continues through Sunday, November 27, with a reception on Saturday, November 5, from 1–3 pm, with the addition of several new pieces....
September-October 2022 Guest Exhibit
Experimental Abstract Paintings by Alx Fox We are honored to feature the work of Alx Fox as our Guest Artist for September/October 2022. Her September 2022 Guest Exhibit opens Friday, September 16,...
September 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit
Our members' show in the Main Gallery Exhibit continues through September. The works below speak to the quality of the art our members faithfully create for patrons to consider adding to their...
August 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit
Come to the gallery and see the fine artworks our artist members have created for our August 2022 Main Gallery Exhibit! This show opens Friday, August 5, with a reception on Saturday, August 6, from...