Exhibitions
Collision VII
Invitational Only Exhibition
Gallery B
January 29,2023: Receiving Date
January 31, 2023: Opening Day
February 16, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
February 23, 2023: Reception and Poetry Reading 7pm
March 4, 2023: Final Day
March 5, 2023: Pick Up Date
"Collision VII" is a collaborative event where 18 poets and 18 photographers were paired and challenged to create singular works that represented both of their unique, personal views. The results will be displayed in Mistlin Gallery during February 2023 and a poetry reading with a slide show of the photographic images will celebrate the final results on February 24, 2023. This is the seventh renewal of the popular event that began in 2008 and has been a bi-annual event until COVID interfered with the schedule. The event is organized by David Schroeder and Linda Scheller.
Circus Vargas:
Behind The Curtain
A Solo Exhibition
Gallery A
January 31, 2023: Opening Day
February 16, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
March 4, 2023: Final Day
"Circus Vargas: Behind the Curtain" is an exhibition of photographs by award-winning photographer and realist painter William Harris. The exhibition features candid and mostly unposed images taken in 1991 and 1998-1999 at Circus Vargas in Modesto, California. Harris's personal project captures the essence of the traveling tent circus and its performers through his documentary approach, which captures slices of life that are often ignored. The exhibition aims to showcase the beauty and wonder of the circus, inviting the audience to appreciate the art and skill that goes into each performance.
Letters Home Photography Pop-Up
By Thelma Saldivar
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February 14, 2023: Opening:
February 16, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
February 18, 2023: Final Day
An emotional and personal photography experience that visually documents the resettlement of immigrant and refugee college students in the Central Valley. Through the exhibition, you will gain an understanding of the stories they want to tell their families, their longing for their cultural heritage and their determination to maintain it. Join us on February 16th during the art walk, don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of their experiences.
Love Modesto
March 19, 2023: Entry Deadline
April 2, 2023: Receiving
April 4, 2023: Opening
March 16, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
May 6, 2023: Final Day
May 7, 2023: Pick Up
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This show is open to artists working in all mediums and will be exhibited at the Mistlin Gallery in Modesto, California, during the month of April. The exhibition A “Celebration of the Arts in Modesto”, any local artist or member can submit a piece. There is no theme requirement for exhibition A. Exhibition B “Love Modesto ”, calls for artists to show What they love about Modesto through their own perspective. The sub themes will be; Graffiti Night, Agriculture, Modesto Sites, Since Fiction, Interesting Architecture, Historical Figures, Modesto Famous Figures and Performing Arts. Submissions for this show will be accepted through Smart Entry beginning February 1 and ending on March 19th.
Trash To Treasure:
Upcycled & Repurposed Art
April 23, 2023: Entry Deadline
May 7, 2023: Receiving
May 9, 2023: Opening Day
May 18, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
June 10, 2023: Final Day
June 11, 2023: Pick Up Date
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Trash to Treasure is an annual event that showcases the work of artists who have created pieces using only repurposed and recycled materials. The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of sustainability and the creative possibilities of repurposing waste. The exhibition will feature a wide range of mediums, including sculpture, painting, mixed media, and installation art. The event is organized by the Mistlin Gallery and is open to artists of all backgrounds and skill levels.
Salon des Refusés
Emerging Artist Exhibition
May 28, 2023: Entry Deadline:
June 2, 2023: Notification of acceptance:
June 11, 2023: Receiving
June 13, 2023: Opening Day
June 15, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
July 15, 2023: Final Day
July 16th, 2023: Pick Up Date
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The Central California Art Association at Mistlin Gallery is hosting its first ever Salon des Refusé: Emerging Artist Show, featuring new and emerging artists from Stanislaus County. Open to all mediums including painting, sculpture, photography, and more, the show is a platform for artists to showcase their unique perspectives. Running from June 13th to July 15th, 2022, the open-ended theme encourages creativity and originality. The Salon des Refusé is inspired by the Parisian Salon des Refusé, which gave a voice to unknown artists.
Creative Synergy
February 11, 2023: Mixer 6-8pm
March 11, 2023: Proposals Due
July 16, 2023: Receiving
July 18, 2023: Opening Day
July 20 & August 17, 2023: Art Walk 5-8pm
August 19, 2023: Final Day
August 20, 2023: Pick Up Date
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This exhibition, “Creative Synergy,” is an opportunity for visual artists, sculptors, photographers, writers, poets, musicians, composers, dancers, and choreographers to come together, form teams, and develop unique blends of various artistic genres inspired by a common theme. Imagine the possibilities - a painting accompanied by a poem, a photograph paired with a pre-recorded music performance, or a 3D sculpture alongside a dance piece. The sky's the limit when it comes to combining your creative skills with those of your fellow artists.
