Marvin Perry Mann fuses the sonorous hues of American Tonalism with the exuberance of Abstract Expressionism in landscape paintings that evoke ruin and radiance. He is guided by this thought; "The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and all science. He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead: his eyes are closed." -Albert Einstein

To keep his followers updated Mann posts to his Instagram account regularly @marvinperrymann while further information and purchases are handled at his website https://www.marvinperrymann.com

My work celebrates the beauty and intricacies of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from evidence of biological and geological processes, I capture fleeting moments in nature’s dynamic and continuing cycle of creation, destruction and change. I am intrigued by the structure of trees and seed pods, find weaving patterns on stream-carved canyon walls, and thrill to the fine lacework of lichens on rock or bark. I often work with clothing shapes as a framework for nature imagery, emphasizing the relationship between humans and the world we inhabit. My main artistic techniques are loom weaving and free-motion machine embroidery, either separately or sometimes combining both techniques in a single piece. In recent work, I explore images of lichens, finding the outline of a fanciful party dress within the lichen structure, and interpreting the massed fruiting bodies as embellishments over the woven body of the garment. The addition of these elements as well as the shaping of the weaving itself provide texture and dimension, both important features of my work.

Robert Anke is an award winning painter born and raised in California. Represented by Studio Seven Arts, he’s lived everywhere from the southern reaches of the state to Humboldt County in the north. He’s spent the last thirty years in the Bay Area, the majority of it teaching art.

His love for the outdoors and the iconic landscapes we share is immediate and impactful. His degrees in Art and Sociology reveal themselves in the holistic, tender manner in which he depicts California’s people, sharing their humanity and humor. His work has garnered praise, from winning the prestigious, annual “Slopes of Diablo” contest, to being a salon finalist in Modern Impressionist Magazine.

His paintings embody our state: its sun-soaked beaches, rolling hills and oaks, its unique people, flora, and fauna. He executes this with an economy of stroke that speaks of the paint while clearly depicting the muse of his representations: our Golden State. 

His is a body of work that is quintessentially Californian.

Come see home; it’s places and people… 

Come see California, in paint.

A joint exhibition between the City of Pleasanton’s Harrington Gallery and the UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery at the Bankhead Theater, “Yesterday Once More, Scenes from the Past” is an exhibition that invites artists to step through the present and into the echoes of what once was. Through artworks of evocative imagery and bygone moments, this group exhibition explores the dialogue between nostalgia and personal history.

Exhibition Dates: August 15 – October 10, 2026

Harrington Gallery Reception: August 22, 2026, 1 - 3 P.M.

UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery at the Bankhead Theater Reception: September 5, 2026, 2 - 4 P.M.

Harrington Gallery Hours: Wed – Fri: 10 AM – 5 PM, Sat: 10 AM – 3 PM

Bankhead Theater Hours: Thurs — Sat: 12 PM — 5 PM

About CPSA and DC210

Founded in 1990, the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA) is a nonprofit organization for colored pencil enthusiasts working to promote colored pencils as a fine art medium by sponsoring exhibitions and workshops, being involved in product research, and educating the public in general.

CPSA DC210 San Jose was founded in 1996 to support colored pencil artists in Northern California. The chapter has approximately 40 members across northern California and Colorado.

The organization strives to elevate the medium, educate others about it, and encourage innovation with its use. Some of the ways CPSA works to gain recognition for colored pencil include:

· Promoting colored pencil art and artists

· Sponsoring workshops and demonstrations

· Supporting the community and non-profits through donations of art, time, and fund raising

Explorations in Colored Pencil XII (ECP XII)

The annual exhibition is open to all artists 18 and over, working in colored pencil. We hold this exhibition to educate and inform the public at large, about colored pencil as a fine art medium. And to encourage artists working in colored pencil and let them know about CPSA and the large community of colored pencil artists they can join.

The artwork on display represents the diversity of colored pencil artists in experience, style, and subject matter. We hope this exhibition encourages viewers to look for more art using colored pencil, and to perhaps try this medium themselves.

Contact Us

Information about CPSA and CPSA DC210 San Jose, please go to our website at www.cpsa210.com or follow us on our social media sites at https://www.facebook.com/cpsadc210sanjose

In my work, the act of making is not a means to an end, but the core of the art itself. My practice is rooted in the "seed" of an idea, evolving through a dynamic, iterative process where composition, color, and texture must achieve a precise balance to form a cohesive whole. Working in series allows me to explore these ideas deeply, treating each piece as a step in a broader evolution of form and construction.

I am captivated by the elemental power of three-dimensional geometric shapes. Their simplicity and precise edges provide a framework for repeatable, visual compositions that bridge the gap between traditional craft and structural fabrication. Utilizing a hybrid of wheel-thrown and slab-built techniques, I create vessels that function as more than mere containers; they are stages for movement and interaction.

The interiors of these large-scale works serve as a platform where the "contents" become the most powerful visual element. Here, shapes penetrate or transition through the containing walls, challenging the boundary between interior and exterior space. Finished with low-fired glazes and fired in electric kilns, these objects celebrate the tactile pleasure of construction and the profound relationship between a structure and what it holds.

" My paintings are a personal tribute to atmosphere, light, movement—and the subtle presence of people within their surroundings. I aim to capture not just what I see, but the emotional undercurrents of a moment in time. I’m especially drawn to plein air painting, where being outdoors allows me to engage directly with the world around me. Immersed in a living environment—where people pass by, linger, or quietly inhabit a space—I respond with spontaneity and honesty. This immediacy brings a sense of raw energy and authenticity to my work. Every shifting light, passing figure, and fleeting shadow becomes part of the story I tell on canvas, helping me transform ordinary moments into lasting impressions. "

ARTIST RECEPTION

August 7 from 3:00-5:00 pm

Alcosta Senior & Community Center (9300 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583)

“Whisper of Color” is about capturing the subtle magic of color in its quietest form. This exhibition explores color not as something loud or dominant, but as a soft, almost hidden element that hints at emotions, memories, or moods. It’s in those delicate shifts, the soft transitions, and the layered moments where color becomes a quiet conversation between the artist and the viewer.

In this exhibition, we invited artists to experiment with these quiet moments—whether through smooth gradients, barely-there hues, or complex layers that slowly reveal their depth. The goal was to create a sense of intimacy, where color feels like an internal experience, something that is felt more than seen. These works convey emotion, memory, or subtle shifts in mood, allowing viewers to engage with the pieces slowly and find meaning in the quiet details.

Artist Reception:

When: August 7 from 5:00-7:00 pm

Where: San Ramon City Hall (7000 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 94583)

Everyone's invited to "Flora in Focus," a flower-inspired art show put together by a small group of local floral artists. The show will run at the Livermore Public Library located at 1188 South Livermore Ave., Livermore, for the fourth consecutive year from August 1 to 31. A fun reception is planned for Saturday, August 29 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Community members can enjoy refreshments, meet the artists & win unique raffle prizes at the reception!
Floral artworks in colored pencil, acrylic, watercolor, oil, gouache, glass, mixed media and East Asian brush painting techniques will be exhibited.

Participating artists are Helene Roylance, , Monique Makepeace, Charlotte Severin, Wei-Ting Chuang , Usha Shukla, Jenna Hobbs, Lynda Briggs, Tejal Shah , Ranjini Venkatachari, Rekha Joshi,  Peggy Kervin ,  Tuan Karsevar and the show's creator and organizer Meghana Mitragotri.

Read about our show in the Pleasanton Weekly

Show Dates: August 1 to 31, 2026

Reception & Raffle prizes: Saturday, August 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: The Civic Center Library, 1188 South Livermore Ave., Livermore CA

Contact Organizer: Meghana Mitragotri at meghana.ms@gmail.com , www.daintlymade.com

The Firehouse Arts Center is excited to feature the work of Marina Omelianenko on the Nancy Thompson Memorial Wall (2F) from July through September 2026. A collection of 15 serene watercolors, viewers can expect to see the artist’s skillful still lifes and landscapes.

EXHIBITION DATES: July 18 – September 5, 2026

RECEPTION: July 25, 2026 from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M.