2016 Exhibitions

February 13-17, 2016

The dA Center for the Arts is hosting a preview benefit fundraiser on Friday, February 12, 2016 in conjunction with their time-honored Simply Red exhibition. The origin of the “Simply Red” exhibition dates back to the late 80′s at the original dA Gallery location on Garey Avenue. The aim was to find a theme for a group show in which everyone could participate while loosely coupling it with Valentine’s Day, its correlating holiday and most importantly, hope to help artists see a red dot next to their work which indicates SOLD! All for The Love of ART!

This year the theme for the dA benefit fundraiser is “Simply Red/ Simply Wed” promoting a marriage between Art & Community. The dA Center for the Arts is located in downtown Pomona, CA. and plays a vital role to nurture, and connect the underserved residents of this low-income community by providing a place where the arts insect with the community to create a positive change.

dA Bowie Fringe Event 2016

The dA Center for the Arts

David Bowie Fringe of the Fringe Festival 2016

About Acceptance, Tolerance, Music, Art, Fashion, Cinema, Dance, Theater, Celebration, Beauty, Curiosity, and All Things Creative, Smart, Stylish, and Good…

Calendar:

Friday evening, July 29th – Last Friday Art Performance Night at the dA

Saturday, July 30th – Bowie tribute sets by various bands

Friday and Saturday nights, August 5th and 6th – Bowie music dance party

Friday and Saturday nights, August 12th and 13th – Bowie music dance party

Saturday, August 13th – fashion show, costume party, rock star, cross-dressing, drag extravaganza parade, and prizes…

For the duration of the festival, from Friday, July 29th through August 13th, there will be Bowie themed or inspired art in the galleries.

There will also be screenings of Bowie movies.

Plus other stuff.

This calendar may change slightly and/or be added to in the upcoming weeks, so check back for further updates and information.

If you are a musician or have a band or know of a band that would like to play a set of Bowie songs on Saturday, July 30th, fill out this form to get a slot (or be considered for a slot) in the line-up. Make sure you include contact information, and if possible a link to music or video.

If you have art—painting, photo, collage, sculptural, multimedia, drawing, installation, etc—you would like to display for the duration of the festival (July 29th – August 13th), which has Bowie as its subject or inspiration, fill out this form and let us know the dimensions and medium of your piece, and maybe send or link to a picture. Artwork must be dropped off between July 16th and July 23rd, and picked up between August 15th and August 20th. Each submitted art work will require a $10 handling fee, and there can be no more than two artworks per person.

If you wish to participate in the fashion show, costume party, rock star, cross-dressing, drag extravaganza and parade, either as a designer, a model, or a costumed dresser of experimental fashion or drag, fill out this form, and let us know how you’d like to participate.

We are looking for volunteers too, or if you may have a Bowie DVD to loan, rent, or screen during the festival, or if you want to contribute in some other way or have an idea or suggestion, fill out a form and let us know!

Each of these events will be hosted in an LGBTQ Safe Zone.

Small and reasonable suggested donations may be requested for some events.

Bowie Music Dance Party nights, Friday and Saturday the 5th, 6th, 12th, and 13th, to be DJed by long-time Bowie fan and the dA Center for the Arts exponent, Jason LaMotte.

Love A Fair

August 19-Sept. 24, 2016

A Nostalgic Walk Through the County Fair We Love.

Honoring: Tony Sheets & David Svenson

Together Claremont resident and Mosaic artist, Cathy Garcia and David Schearer, Executive Director of Claremont Heritage, have collaborated to recreate a walk through the County Fair of the 1950’s and 60’s at the dACenter for the Arts in Pomona, CA. Over twenty visual artists have been invited to participate int he art exhibit celebrating Fair favorites such as citrus, livestock, horses/horse racing, and the colorful midway. The show will also feature a period interior design showroom to add to the 1950’s and 60’s atmosphere. Two great opening receptions are planned for Friday, August 19, and Saturday, August 20, from 6 – 9 pm to kick off the 5 week exhibition.

On Friday, August 19th two former curators of the Millard Sheets Art building, Tony Sheets and David Svenson will be honored for the 10 years of enjoyment and culture they created to carry on their respective family’s legacy for the public to enjoy at the L A County Fair. Author, historian, park naturalist, teacher, principal, docent trainer and now a nationally- recognized storyteller, Jim Cogan will be at the dA on August 19th to share the history, culture, art, and lore that Fairs add to lifewith a few special tales about Tony and David. Join us to pay tribute to their vision.

(Painting “Squeezers” by Debra Holladay)

Bring Family and Friends ! There are great events for all ages to enjoy!

The five week exhibition will include demonstrations by artists on August 19, 20, 27 Sept.10 & 24 from 6:00-9:00PM as well as other fair favorites like a Pie Contest, the Mexican Village, and various musical and dance performances as well as a store where you can find a treasure of unique gifts.

Contest Rules:

August 27: Pie and Flower Arrangement Contest

Sept. 10: Homemade Salsa

 Mark your Calendar and Join the Fun!

Friday, August  19, 6-9 pm   

Opening Reception Special Tribute to Tony Sheets & David Svenson. 

Tony Sheets and David Svenson will be honored for the 10 years of enjoyment and culture they created to carry on their respective family’s legacy for the public to enjoy at the L A County Fair.  Author, historian, park naturalist, teacher, principal, docent trainer and now a nationally-recognized storyteller, Jim Cogan will be at the dA on August 19th to share the history, culture, art, and lore that Fairs add to life with a few special tales about Tony and David.

Art Demos : Dawn Secord (oil/pastel) and  Richard Martinez (watercolor).

Saturday, August 20, 6-9 pm

Celebrating Heritage, 4H, Farm Animals, and Story Sharing. Live animals from Amy’s Farm, local Heritage Booths from Claremont, La Verne, Pomona, and Upland  along with story sharing  and Docent Tales.

Art Demos :  Marciano Martinez (water color), Kazumi Svenson (glass),  George Cherry (wood carving), Gina Lawson (clay)

Music by Squeakin’ Wheels 

Saturday, Aug. 27, 6 – 9 pm    Pie & Ice-cream & Flowers   

Best Pie Contest & Fresh Cut Garden Flower Arrangement Contest & Ice Cream Social

Art Demos: Sharon Weaver (oil), Jim Purcell (sketching & comics), George Cherry (wood)

Saturday, September 10, 6-9 pm –  Love A Fair Fiesta ! 

Mexican Village, Custom Cars, Dance Performance, Homemade Salsa Contest,  Paper Flower Market and Making Station , Jumping Beans , and Confetti Eggs.

Art Demos:Cathy Garcia (Mosaics) and Jimmy Purcell (sketching & comics )

Saturday, September 17, 2016  Noon – 4 pm  Kids Day ! 

Kids Day to explore art projects & more !   dA & Pomona Valley Historical Society will create a kids discovery zone for toys and inventions. Carnival Games and Prizes !

Saturday, September 24,  6-9 pm – Masters “Demo Night”  &  Love A Fair Grand Finale ! 

Enjoy watching and learning  from the master artists at work and be inspired

Craft Beer Garden

Art Demos: Tony Sheets (Painting) , David Svenson (Neon),  Kazumi Svenson (Glass) , Eleanor Scott Meyers (oil) and a special presentation by David Svenson about Rick “Ricky” Petterson, Lead Demo Organizer for the LA County Fair

Music by Squeakin Wheels

de los Muertos y los Vivos