Local artist Valerie Corvin will be showing her vibrant abstract paintings in two Oakland exhibitions this fall, one at Gray Loft Gallery and the other at Transmission Gallery.
“Aligned” is a dynamic group exhibition running from Sept. 20 – Nov. 8 at Gray Loft Gallery (2889 Ford Street) featuring six women artists whose distinct voices converge in a vivid tapestry of expression. Together, they create a collective narrative that speaks to universal themes of connection, contrast, and creativity.
From Valerie Corvin’s vibrant abstracts to Lisa Levine’s surreal digital landscapes, “Aligned” moves fluidly across a spectrum of style and vision. Kim Cardoso’s luminous encaustics engage in quiet dialogue with minimalist forms, while Anne Rabe’s photographs bridge tradition and modernity. Dee Tivenan’s emotive paintings resonate with the textured, mixed-media works of Dobee Snowber, uniting abstraction and figuration in unexpected ways.
“Aligned” is a testament to the power and the strength of artistic community and the invisible threads that connect us. It invites viewers to find harmony within contrast and to experience the many ways art can tell stories, stir emotions, and capture the essence of shared humanity.
As we present these diverse artworks side by side, we invite you to explore the alignments, both seen and unseen, that thread through the exhibition. “Aligned” is a celebration of how different mediums, styles, and perspectives can come together to form a powerful and inspiring whole.
The show runs from Sept. 20 – Nov. 8 with a wine tasting on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. The closing reception is Saturday, Nov. 1 from 4:00 to 6:30 pm (although open one more day on Nov. 8). Gallery Hours: Saturdays only: 1:00 – 5:00 pm and by appointment
“Pint Size” runs from Sept. 18 – Nov. 1 at Transmission Gallery (770 West Grand Ave., Suite A)
Pint Size is a national celebration of small-scale artwork that proves size is no limitation when it comes to creativity. Featuring over 250 pieces by more than 172 artists from across the country. Each work measures no more than 7 x 7 inches.