EXHIBIT
March 29 through
May 17, 2008

Bay Area Ceramic Sculpture: Collection in Context
The Bay Area has long been known for its innovative ceramic artists. Many of these artists have been at the forefront of testing the limits of the ceramic medium in every way from scale to imagery. The di Rosa collection features exemplary works by such Bay Area luminaries as Robert Arneson, Stephen De Staebler, Viola Frey, Jim Melchert, and Richard Shaw. The exhibition will feature works from the di Rosa collection and is part of an ongoing series of exhibitions focusing on modern and contemporary Bay Area art, showcasing di Rosa collection artists.

Friday, May 2, 2008
7 - 10 PM

First Friday
The 2008 First Friday season kicks-off with SLIDESLAM! Contemporary Bay Area artists show off images of their work as an exciting backdrop to Napa's hottest monthly art party.  Enjoy contemporary art and supreme people watching from sunset to starlight in the Gatehouse Gallery overlooking Winery Lake. Bring friends to the Bay Area Ceramic Sculpture exhibition, springtime cocktails, and groove to sweet beats by DJ Pascal. Monthly art part through October.
$10, first drink is included. Admission free to members.  

Saturday, 10 AM
May 3, 2008
May 10, 2008

Spring Hikes at the di Rosa Preserve.
Join experienced guides for this exclusive opportunity to hike to the top of Milliken Peak at the di Rosa Preserve, the highest summit in the Carneros region of Napa Valley with sweeping views of the North Bay, including vistas of the Napa River and San Pablo Bay. Guides will share with hikers their extensive knowledge of the di Rosa Preserve’s outdoor sculpture collection and provide interpretive instruction in native flora and fauna. Moderately strenuous, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 
Members Free / $15 General. Reservations required. 
Information and reservations, 707-226-5991 x25.

Saturday, May 10, 2008
10 AM

Contemporary Conversations
Transforming Tradition: Bay Area Ceramic Sculpture. A talk by di Rosa curator Michael Schwager on the evolution of Bay Area ceramic sculpture, followed by docent-led tours of the di Rosa Preserve collection focusing on ceramic sculpture. This program is held in conjunction with the Sonoma Community Center Conversations in Clay series.
$25 | Contact Sonoma Community Center for tickets,
707-938-4626 x1. www.sonomacommunitycenter.org

Sunday, May 11, 2008
9:30 - 11 AM

ArtisTree
Tricked you! Some works of art create optical illusions. Trompe l’oeil means “trick the eye.” Families will look at trompe l’oeil works that seem just like the real thing, then create their own art to trick the eye. Children are encouraged to bring in something special to replicate. Perfect for Mother’s Day! Monthly family art program.
$10 per family (up to 5 people) with Membership / $15 per family General. RSVP 707-226-5991 x47 or email for information.

EXHIBIT
May 31 through
July 19, 2008

Lewis deSoto: Tales of Power
Lewis de Soto is known for working in a wide range of media, from intimate to large scale public art commissions, exploring an equally wide range of themes and subjects. His work is included in numerous public and private collections around the U.S. The exhibition is the latest in a series of Gatehouse Gallery exhibitions featuring recent work from notable artists in the di Rosa collection.

Friday, June 6, 2008

7 – 10 pm

Sunday, June 8, 2008

9:30 – 11 am

ArtisTree
Vrooooom. Families will study cars by Lewis deSoto and David Best and create their own tiny vehicles to test out around the Preserve. Monthly family art program.
$10 per family (up to 5 people) with Membership / $15 per family General.

Sunday, June 15, 2008

11 am – 3 pm

2^nd Annual Community Celebration!

Bring your family and friends!  Celebrate with us at the di Rosa Preserve, with a day to roam free and enjoy art and nature.  The special day will include gallery tours, nature walks, family art workshops, live music, and food & beverages for sale by the girl & the fig.

Entrance Fee: $10 per car (parking is limited – carpooling recommended)

RSVP 707-226-5991 x47 or email