Secrets: Paintings by Claire O. Harkins
November 21, 2025-January 16, 2026
Local artist Claire O. Harkins depicts rich, whimsical scenes that invite viewers to ponder the secrets and narratives each may hold.
Artist Statement by Claire O. Harkins
I never feel more powerful, happy or in control, than when I am painting. I paint with frenzy, afraid someone will interrupt me. I take no prisoners. I dance and shout, pull weeds and constantly talk to my dog.
Like many women, I like to arrange my universe to my liking. It’s sometimes difficult to buy new furniture, or rearrange grown trees. When I’m painting, I am in control of this canvas universe and can make everything pink or purple, if I so desire. Frequently, I desire.
If I am painting a thigh, I can feel that thigh with my brush (do you want larger breasts, a nose job…no extra charge.) If I am painting flowers or fields I move within the petals or among the grass. I can feel the breeze from the mountains.
I love bold color, strong lines, light and shadows. In my landscapes, I love to showcase the local scenes. In my “Room Portraits”, I like to make up stories about who might be living there, what they might be doing. I fantasize about by-gone eras, when life might have been simpler.
I am not saving the world with my work, but would like to create some warmth, a smile and a glimpse of my version of a canvas universe. My work is collected regionally and internationally.
No Worries, It’s in the Cloud, Claire Harkins
Of the Family Variety, Claire Harkins
She did What, Claire Harkins
TWIN PEEKS
Jan Rosenberg & Barbara Schack
September 26–November 14, 2025
RECEPTION: Friday, October 17, 5–8pm
Twin Peeks features work in pastel from Jan Roseberg and Barbara Schack. These two local artists have shared a studio for over a decade, treasuring their friendship and artistic growth. This exhibition accentuates their individual responses to a mutual starting point.
“Twin Peeks” Statement
By Jan Rosenberg and Barbara Schack
We’ve been working together in the studio weekly for almost a decade, collaborating, critiquing, and inspiring each other, side by side. This exhibit is a representation of the work that we have been doing over the past two years.
Our vision with “Twin Peeks” is to highlight our individual responses to a shared starting point. As you view our work, you may discover differences in composition, lighting, use of color or mark making. Each artist’s “signature” becomes an inspiration.
We treasure our friendship and our joint growth as artists. From the very beginning to the end result, we discuss the process with each other, make adjustments along the way, and are always surprised at the end result.
More about Jan Rosenberg
More about Barbara Schack
Jan Rosenberg, Alaska Glacier, pastel
Barbara Schack, Alaska Glacier, pastel
Jan Rosenberg, Ditch Near Eagle Mill Rd, pastel
Barbara Schack, Ditch by Eagle Mill Rd, pastel
Jan Rosenberg, Dos Mariposas, pastel
Barbara Schack, Dos Mariposas, pastel
BOTANICAL ROOTS: Ceramics by Julie Furrer
August 8–September 19, 2025
RECEPTION: Friday, August 15, 5–8pm
Julie Furrer’s botanically inspired work is hand-etched using sgraffito, and fired in a variety of ways, including wood fire and raku. Her style is influenced by Art Nouveau with a touch of feminine whimsy.
More about Julie Furrer
Julie Furrer is a ceramic artist who owns Rogue Valley Pottery Supply and Studios in Ashland, Oregon. She spends most of her days talking “shop” with potters coming in the store from all over the region. Her work is botanically inspired with a strong emphasis on Art Nouveau design.
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Julie Furrer, Pomegranate Mosaic, ceramic
Julie Furrer, Botanical Vases, ceramic
Julie Furrer, Demetre Nouveau, ceramic
Julie Furrer, Pomegranate Platter, ceramic
Landmarks and Landscapes: Roxanne Evans Stout
June 20–August 1, 2025
RECEPTION: Friday, July 18, 5–8pm
Pacific Northwest artist Roxanne Evans Stout creates multi-layered artworks with various media inspired by nature.
Roxanne Evans Stout, This Land I Love, mixed media
Roxanne Evans Stout, Winter Tree, mixed media
Roxanne Evans Stout, Rising, mixed media
Roxanne Evans Stout, Dragonfly Moon, mixed media
Unexpected ReCreations: Nancy Sterling
May 2–June 13, 2025
RECEPTION: Friday, May 16, 5–8pm
Nancy Sterling uses clay, driftwood, metal, fabric, findings, and natural elements in her assemblages. She is influenced by the disciplines of her graphic design background—composition, color, shape, and proportions.
Nancy Sterling, Elegant Simplicity, mixed media
Nancy Sterling, Gentle Breeze, mixed media
Nancy Sterling, Wind Swept, mixed media
Elementary Arts Outreach Student Show
Exposición de arte del programa de extensión de artes primarias.
April 5–25 / 5–25 de abril
Reception: Friday, April 18, 5–8 pm
Recepción: Viernes 18 de abril, 5–8 pm
Featuring artwork from thirteen 5th grade classes whose students participate in the Rogue Gallery’s Elementary Arts Outreach program.
Presenta obras de arte de trece clases de quinto grado cuyos estudiantes participan en Elementary Arts Outreach de Rogue Gallery.
Coaster Show!
March 15–March 29
Come and celebrate the arts at this fundraiser featuring ceramic drink coasters, hand-painted by local artists. All coasters will be for sale for $25 each.
Thank you to the artists participating in the Coaster Show
Rachel Barrett
Jason Bell-Bechtol
Kelsey Bell-Bechtol
Layla Blakely
Jeremy Brown
Leah Bullock
Adrian Chavez
Dawna Curler
Randy Fisher
Natalie Geiszler
KYRIANNA
Ryan Moon
Kristen O’Neill
Conner Searles
Dayauna Smalley
Lindsey Stout
Ophelia Sutter
Kylie Swenson
Caroline Wasick
Photography and Wax: Embellished Photos by Michael Schnee
January 24–March 7, 2025
RECEPTION: Friday, February 21, 5–8pm
Southern Oregon photographer Michael Schnee uses encaustic in this series to add depth, texture and a luminescent glow to his photography. In contrast to the ubiquity of digital images, each photograph is transformed by the wax into a unique, physical, handmade work.
Artist’s statement about the exhibition
I am a Southern Oregon photographer with a strong interest in alternative photographic processes. In the past 18 months I have begun incorporating the encaustic wax technique to move beyond the static photograph to bring in more painterly elements. I enjoy the hands on quality of the encaustic process. In the digital age and the rise of AI I feel the need to express my individuality. Encaustic is an ancient medium that blends beautifully with photography to produce unique handmade art.
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