Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts Annex Program and Art Lab Program are pleased to announce their new exhibition, Youth Art Takeover on view through Wednesday April 24th . Scalehouse is located in Franklin Crossing on the Tin Pan Alley Side. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 1 pm-6 pm, and by appointment.
This exhibition, displayed in Scalehouse’s Annex Gallery and part of Scalehouse’s new Art Lab program, showcases local youth artworks and features a diverse collection of artworks spanning various mediums, styles and themes. The collection celebrates the artistic achievements of local Bend La Pine student artists, including Scholastic Art & Writing Award winning works; the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens.
The exhibition is a part of the larger Downtown Bend Youth Art Takeover, held during April’s First Friday. Student works can be viewed at multiple locations on Friday, April 5th. An awards ceremony will also be held on Friday, April 5th at 6:30 pm at the Commons Café courtyard.
Participating April First Friday Downtown businesses:
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The Commons Café
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Scalehouse Gallery Annex @ Franklin Crossing
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Premiere Property Group
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BrownBag Popcorn Co.
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Desperado
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Cascade Sotheby’s Realty
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Smith Rock Records
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Dudley’s Bookshop Café
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Deschutes Brewery
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Wildflowers of Oregon
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Leaping Lizards
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Outside in Bend
Scalehouse is a multidisciplinary contemporary arts center convening diverse thinkers for in-depth discussions, artistic collaborations, exhibitions and events, including Bend Design Week and Scalehouse Gallery. Scalehouse believes our shared future presents complex challenges and opportunities, not just benefiting from creativity but requiring it. We are committed to programming that’s accessible, provocative, extraordinary and inclusive — always with an eye toward a better future. Learn more at scalehouse.org
Scalehouse’s Annex Gallery is located in the Franklin Crossing lobby. 550 NW Franklin Avenue.
ABOUT SCALEHOUSE ART LAB
In partnership with Julia Reynolds, art educator at Caldera High School and Bend LaPine Schools Arts (Educator) Liaison, Scalehouse is presenting a new pilot program, Scalehouse Art Lab Arts Education Program for both art educators and students in the Bend La Pine School District.
Scalehouse Art Lab Arts Education Program is an innovative initiative designed to empower and inspire both art educators and high school students through immersive contemporary arts education. By blending traditional techniques with new approaches, this program aims to ignite creativity, foster critical thinking, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
