Pelicans On Parade (POP!)
Klamath Falls, Oregon
Benefiting Birds in the Basin
Through the Arts and Community Outreach
POP! is endorsed by the Oregon Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts
POP! Past Events - 2006
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Betty Kessler displays one of her paintings, alongside the "Klamath Union High" pelican by POP! artist Gordon Ross, at the Opening Reception of her January 2006 Art Show "Landscapes & Portraits" at the Klamath Art Association Gallery, which runs to January 29. The Klamath Art Association Gallery is located at 120 Riverside Drive in Klamath Falls.
January 28-29, 2006
28th annual Sagebrush Rendezvous Art Show & Wine Tasting Party at the Running Y Ranch Resort
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Birds of the Basin" POP! pelican by POP! artist and sculptor Stefan Savides was featured at the 28th annual Sagebrush Rendezvous Art Show at the Running Y Ranch Resort, Jan. 28-29. In the foreground are a pair of Valley Quail in bronze which Stefan sculpted at last year's Sagebrush Rendezvous as the featured artist.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! pelican sculptor Stefan Savides was featured at the 28th annual Sagebrush Rendezvous Art Show at the Running Y Ranch Resort. Stefan is shown with his "Birds of the Basin" POP! pelican, with his smaller bronze pelicans for sale in the foreground. At the show, he was sculpting a new pair of Bobwhite Quail.
(Photo by Ron Larson)
The POP! pelican display attracted a lot of attention at the 28th annual Sagebrush Rendezvous Art show, Jan. 28-29, along with the new POP! tour guide to the 2005 pelicans exhibited around town. Shown with the F-15 Kingsley pelican embellished by POP! artist Gordon Ross are Jan Kelley (Activities Director at the Running Y Ranch Resort) and Kathy Larson (POP! Coordinator).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A special strings/rhythm workshop/concert at the home of POP! pelican sculptor Stefan Savides at Avian Design Studio, Feb. 1, 2006, featured the legendary Joe Craven - a "virtuoso mandolinist and fiddler" who finds "rhythm in virtually anything" - including our new fiberglass pelican! Joe is seen "winging it" - intently tapping rhythms on the new pelican.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Legendary multi-instrumentalist Joe Craven (who came to Klamath Falls for an educator residency at Peterson Elementary School) grooves with POP! pelican sculptor Stefan Savides on the harmonica, during a special concert at Avian Design Studio.
(Photo by Ron Larson)
Joe Craven - helps promote POP! by making our new fiberglass pelican one of his percussion instruments during a special concert at Avian Design Studio, Feb. 1, 2006.
(Photo by Ron Larson)
Joe Craven's workshop at Avian Design Studio greatly inspired artists and musicians from Klamath Falls, 1 Feb., 2006.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Joe Craven performed to a packed house at Avian Design Studio! Please come back, Joe, to Klamath Falls! We'll have more pelicans!
(Photo by Ron Larson)
The very talented Joe Craven and POP! sculptor/artist Stefan Savides perform together during a special concert at Avian Design Studio, Feb. 1, 2006.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! exhibit was featured at the Government Center on Main Street, in conjunction with the 2nd annual Winter Wings Festival in downtown Klamath Falls.
(Photo by Denise Currin)
POP! coordinator Kathy Larson poses between two POP! pelicans showcased at the Klamath County Government Center during "Third Thursday" activities preceding the weekend Winter Wings Festival.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Phong Nyguyen and sons performed eloquently on violins and cello at the Government Center, as part of "Third Thursday" music and arts events preceding the Winter Wings Festival.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The American Cancer Society "Relay For Life" information table was highlighted at the Government Center, adjacent to the POP pelicans, as part of "Third Thursday" presentations. For info about the upcoming "Relay for Life" event at the OIT track, July 28-29, and to purchase a luminaria bag in honor or in memory of someone you know who has battled cancer, contact Deanna (shown) at 541-892-2864, or contact Maggie Carruth, Event Chair for Klamath Falls Relay For Life (541) 331-0055.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Klamath Kinetic Sculpture Race" (to be held June 17th) - showcasing WILD & WACKY human-powered works of art - was on exhibit by organizer Denise Currin at the Government Center, as part of "Third Thursday" Art and Music activities. For more info. on the race, see www.klamathkinetic.org, or contact
Denise at (541) 884-3023.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Birds of the Basin" pelican painted by POP! artist Stefan Savides was showcased at OIT for the 2nd annual Winter Wings Festival (WWF), along with the POP! tote bags. Shown are WWF volunteers Julie Van Moorhem (left) and Edna Guiducci (right).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Pelicans on Parade exhibit showcasing the limited edition, resin cast pelicans, POP! tote bags, and thank you to POP! sponsors attracted a lot of attention at the WWF at OIT.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! pelican sculptor and artist Stefan Savides poses by his display at the WWF at OIT, showing his new bronze bird sculptures including the limited edition, bronze POP! pelican (center).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The 14"-high, limited edition bronze pelican (now less than 20 for sale) sculpted by Stefan Savides was showcased at the 2nd annual Winter Wings Festival at OIT.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Donna Hooker of "Nature's Expressions" poses with some of her recent artwork at the Winter Wings Festival at OIT. Her paintings on leaves and feathers included many new images, including animals from Africa.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Stefan Savides poses with "Third Thursday" director Lin Warner at Lin's "CAT booth" at OIT for the WWF. Spaying and neutering cats, as well as keeping them indoors, helps save birds.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Dr. Frank Lang, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Southern Oregon University, poses by "Birds of the Basin" POP! pelican painted by Stefan Savides of Avian Design. Dr. Lang was the keynote speaker at the 2nd annual Winter Wings Festival at OIT, recounting essays from his book "A Nature Notes Sampler." Dr. Lang can be heard weekly on Jefferson Public Radio.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A special birthday cake was made to honor Ralph Opp who founded the Bald Eagle Conference 27 years ago, which was the first birding festival in the U.S. Now known as the Winter Wings Festival, this celebration focuses on the spectacular birding in the Klamath Basin. Happy Birthday and many more Ralph!
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Ralph Opp, founder of the Bald Eagle Conference, cuts his birthday cake at evening festivities at OIT during the 2nd annual Winter Wings Festival.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Dr. Frank Lang (center), of JPR's Nature Notes, poses with Bald Eagle Conference founder Ralph Opp and Winter Wings Festival coordinator Leslie Lowe after Friday night's WWF program and birthday celebration.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Stefan Savides poses by his "Birds of the Basin" pelican which showcases over 25 bird species in silhouette, which include coots to cranes, harriers to hummingbirds, and snipes to swallows.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
John Alexander, Executive Director of Klamath Bird Observatory in Ashland, poses with his family by the popular "Birds of the Basin" pelican at OIT.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Four Seasons String Ensemble, under the direction of Phong Nyguyen, tune up their instruments for an afternoon concert. Shown are Phong and his sons Bee and Tee, and Mary Bradbury.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Musician Phil Moore (Denham Music) is featured alongside one of the new fiberglass POP! pelicans, as Winter Wings mascot "Ralph the Eagle" (Jerry Ingram, from The Ledge) watches.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Ralph" the Eagle poses with Lin Warner, Director of the "Third Thursday" Art and Music Festival, as she educates about cats and birds, and ways to minimize bird fatalities.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Birds of the Basin" pelican and "Ralph" the Eagle were popular attractions for photographs! Shown (left to right) are: Winter Wings mascot "Ralph" the Eagle, Shawn Hardt, and Steen Hardt.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Pictured here, is just a small portion of an enormous wall-sized drawing exhibited at OIT during the Winter Wings Festival, showing the "Bird Swirl" design concept for the next POP! pelican. Students from Justin Coulter's art class at Klamath Union High School voted to do the "Bird Swirl" pelican which is sponsored by a Migratory Bird grant, funded by the Klamath Basin Ecosystem Restoration Office.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Union High School students Chris West (left) and Chelsea Leach (right, who also won a "Best of Show" at the Winter Wings Festival, for her artwork of an albino crow in foliage)pose with "Ralph" the Eagle in front of a portion of the wall-sized "Bird Swirl" design that will be used for the next POP! pelican. Chris and Chelsea are working with other students in Justin Coulter's KUHS art class to complete their pelican sculpture in time for the 7th annual "International Migratory Bird Day" Celebration, May 13, in Veterans Park.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Teacher Marj Glass, of Peterson Elementary School, shares information at the Klamath Outdoor Science School (KOSS) booth, during Winter Wings Festival activities for children. The pelican quilt was made by Ann Maloney (with Oregon Department of Forestry). For more info. on KOSS, please see klamathoutdoorschool.com.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Union High School's Mr. Pelican Pageant fundraiser at the Ross Ragland Theater showcased the "Klamath Union High Pelican" during an evening of entertainment & silent auction of numerous items.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! pelican painted by POP! artist Gordon Ross was exhibited at the Ross Ragland during Klamath Union High School's "Mr. Pelican Pageant" which featured auction of artwork including the original painting shown here "Under the Red Light" by artist Brienn Beard.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Union High School's "Mr. Pelican Pageant 2006" was very successful and raised a lot of funds for the school.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Birds of the Basin" pelican painted by POP! artist Stefan Savides was a prominent attraction at the Health and Wellness Expo at the Klamath County Fairgrounds.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Along with the POP! display at the Health and Wellness Expo, was the Klamath Basin Birding Trail exhibit. More info: klamathbirdingtrails.com
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Pelicans on Parade (POP!) was showcased at the 2006 Home Show, highlighted by the "Birds of the Basin" pelican painted by POP! artist and sculptor Stefan Savides (shown).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Twinklebelle - the clown (Leticia Welder) takes a brief break from facepainting to pose by the new fiberglass pelican displayed at the 2006 Home Show. Twinklebelle is available for facepainting and magic: call (541) 326-5869.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Union High School (Class of '66) event organizer Roger Walker and his wife Shirley pose by the new fiberglass pelican at the 2006 Home Show. Their KUHS reunion will be June 16 and 17 at the Grey Gull Restaurant, where they plan to showcase the colorful red and white "Klamath Union High" pelican painted by POP! artist Gordon Ross.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Students Take Flight" (March 1, 2006) newspaper article by Holly Owens from the Herald and News was highlighted at the Home Show during the POP! pelican exhibit. The students in Justin Coulter's Klamath Union High School art class were sculpting birds in clay as a first step to create a spiral of more than 20 birds around their POP! pelican. The students plan to showcase their completed pelican on May 13 during the "International Migratory Bird Day" Celebration in Veterans Park - a fun-filled, family day that focuses on birds in the Klamath Basin.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Alongside the POP! exhibit at the Home Show was a video and display about the 2nd Annual "Klamath Kinetic Sculpture Race" - a whimsical, spectacular, human-powered event - to be held June 17, 2006 in Klamath Falls. The race starts and ends at Veterans Park, and includes mud and sand pits at Moore Park, with a splash into Lake Ewauna at 3 pm. See www.klamathkinetic.org, or contact Denise Currin at 884-3023.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Klamath Arts Council helps to promote POP! through its "Third Thursday" art and music display at the Home Show. Their festivals are held monthly throughout the summer in historic, downtown Klamath Falls and during the Winter Wings Festival in February. Shown is Klamath Wingwatchers volunteer Joan Glasspool (left), and "Third Thursday" director Lin Warner (right) who can be contacted at (541) 884-2718.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Featured speaker Betty Dickson of Southern Oregon Laser Engraving (S.O.L.E.) presented Pelicans on Parade (POP!) T-shirts to Lin Warner (Director of Third Thursday), Denise Currin (Klamath Kinetic Sculpture Race coordinator), and Kathy Larson (Pelicans on Parade coordinator) during a Women in Business luncheon at Antonio's for their enthusiastic promotion of S.O.L.E.'s new business in the community. Shown are Betty (left) and Lin (right) by the Klamath Union High pelican in Betty's shop. For more info. on the Women in Business Networking Group, contact Vicki Elam at 541-882-1047.
March 31 - April 3, 2006
8th Annual "Aleutian Goose Festival"
A Celebration of Wildness
Crescent City, California
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Pelicans on Parade (POP!) project, along with the Klamath Basin Birding Trail, was showcased at the 8th Annual "Aleutian Goose Festival" in Crescent City, California, and captivated numerous onlookers!
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A special poster thanking the many Aleutian Goose Festival sponsors included "Pelicans on Parade" and the "Klamath Basin Birding Trail."
(Photo by Gary Bloomfield)
Promotion of POP! in California at the 8th annual Aleutian Goose Festival included a Herald and News article about the "Spiral Swirl" pelican in progress by students at Klamath Union High School, under the direction of art teacher Justin Coulter. Shown are POP! promoters Ron and Kathy Larson.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Hand-made paper geese "fly" over the POP! pelican and exhibitors during the Aleutian Goose Festival in Crescent City, California.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Wildlife artist Gary Bloomfield and his wife Jane pose by their exhibit adjacent to the POP! display at the Aleutian Goose Festival. For more info. on Gary's art, contact him at 707-822-0210, or visit his website at homepage.mac.com/bloomfieldstudio/.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Mother Goose" Susan Calla (Festival co-organizer) and Gary Bloomfield (artist and field trip leader) discuss bird sightings during the 8th annual Aleutian Goose Festival.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Aleutian Goose Festival attracted kids to many arts projects, such as making bird hats shown here.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Musicians perform enchanting tunes during the Saturday evening "Goose Gala Reception" - an amazing smorgasbord of gourmet food and wine.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Stormy weather on the coast didn't deter birders from rainy field trips during the Aleutian Goose Festival. Shown (at left) is field trip leader Rob Hewitt of LBJ Enterprises in Eureka, California. Rob later led a 2-day birding trip to the Klamath Basin. For more information, contact Rob at 707-442-0339; or see www.birdjobs.com.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Castle Rock is a prominent attraction during the Aleutian Goose Festival, featuring a Goose Fly-Off at dawn. For more information about the Festival, see www.aleutiangoosefestival.org.
April 8-9, 2006
Spring Fest of Fine Arts
Klamath County Fairgrounds
Sponsored by Sydney Gmirkin and the Klamath Arts Council
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Sydney Gmirkin, event co-organizer, poses with the "Rainbow Flight" pelican painted by Bev Fairclo-Ott and Daniel Rey, which was on loan for the event from Rogue Federal Credit Union (POP! sponsor).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! pelican sculptor Stefan Savides works in clay on new bird sculpture during the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Klamath Outdoor Science School (KOSS) was featured at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts, along with a pelican quilt. Shown is community volunteer "Edna."
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Pottery artist Cathy Vick of "Earth and Fire Pottery" has a booth near the POP! pelicans where she showcases her functional and ornamental handmade pottery.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Bird and nature artist Nicky Biehn displays her art on hand painted rock slabs, but dreams of painting a POP! pelican soon.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Denise Bowman's jewelry display near the POP! pelicans attracted many admirers.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Enastros" Greek dancers were a sensation at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Stained glass by POP! artist Loretta Martinez was featured at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts. Her "Glassic Elegance - Jewel of the Sky" POP! pelican is on exhibit at the Running Y Lodge.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Donna Hooker displays her "Nature's Expressions" artwork at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Art Association (KAA) members Jack and Charlotte Motschenbacher promote KAA at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The "Third Thursday" downtown artwalk display attracted a lot of attention. Most "Third Thursday" artwalks are during the summer, with one also held in February. For info., contact Lin Warner (541) 884-2718.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Arts Council member Evelyn Brennan demonstrates the art of making glass beads during the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! sculptor Stefan Savides performs on the harmonica, with blues singer Joan Daley at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts show.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Colorful bellydancers presented an exotic show at the Spring Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Arts Council members and kitchen helpers Lin Warner (left) and Carol Wylie beam at the success of the first annual Spring Fest of Fine Arts at the Klamath County Fairgrounds.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Blues singer/songwriter/guitarist Thad Beckman (left) performs with POP! artist and musician Stefan Savides (center), to a packed house at Avian Design Studio where POP! pelicans greeted guests. See www.thadbeckman.com.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! display was featured at the fairgrounds entryway, showcasing the "Birds of the Basin" POP! pelican painted by Stefan Savides of Avian Design.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The Klamath Basin Birding Trail T-shirts featuring dancing Clark's Grebes were a popular item at the POP! display.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Live hawks were featured in educational presentations at the Horse Packing & Wilderness Skills Clinic at the Klamath County Fairgrounds.
May 13, 2006
International Migratory Bird Day
7th annual outdoor celebration
Veterans Park in downtown Klamath Falls
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! display highlighted the Klamath Union High School's "Bird Swirl" pelican in progress.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Union High School art student Karalisa Fritch displays the Northern Flicker that she and Tyson Crofoot hand-sculpted for the "Pelican Swirl" POP! pelican. Many other bird species were additionally crafted for the "swirl." This special pelican project was sponsored by the Klamath Basin Ecosystem Restoration Office, through an Outreach and Education grant focusing on migratory birds in the Klamath Basin.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A live Barn Owl was showcased at this year's special "Wildlife Images" exhibit, along with other injured birds. The Wildlife Images nonprofit has a mission of rehabilitation, education, and conservation of North American wildlife, and is very active in educational outreach at events. Their Rehabilitation and Education Center is open for visitation in Grants Pass. See wildlifeimages.org or phone: (541) 476-0222.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Flowers attractive to birds and butterflies were featured in the colorful display by Mountain Valley Gardens, which also had a planting activity for kids.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Third Thursday" director Lin Warner (left) and wildlife artist Nicky Biehn, who are also employees of Mountain Valley Gardens, prepare plants to give to children.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
"Klamath Kinetic Sculpture Race" deva Denise Currin displays their whimsical pelican mascot. For race info., contact Denise: (541) 884-3023; or . See: www.klamathkinetic.org.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Susan Liskey, of Clearwater Gallery, demonstrates drawing and painting techniques. Her POP! pelican "Islands of Crater Lake" is located at Sterling Savings Bank (sponsor).
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A wildlife biologist talks about North America's largest owl, the Great Gray Owl.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The highly talented and popular Four Seasons String Ensemble performs pop and classical music, under the directorship of Phong Nyguyen.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Members of the Klamath Blues Society were among the top entertainers at the 7th annual International Migratory Bird Day Celebration in Veterans Park.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Glenda Lehrman views her painting of "Captain Sky" - the last Klamath Indian Medicine Man. Five artists worked together to complete the "Visions of the Klamath Basin" pelican.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Joyce Miles poses with "Visions of the Klamath Basin" pelican, where she painted the center portion highlighting Mount McLoughlin.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Arts Council member Evelyn Brennan who demonstrated the art of making glass beads was popular at the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Gordon Ross gave free drawing lessons. Nearby was his "Klamath Gold" pelican.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Bev Fairclo-Ott's "Midnight at the Oasis" was an eye-catching pelican at the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Many thanks to Favell Museum of Western Art & Indian Artifacts (pelican sponsor) for loan of the "Mustang Moons & Tatanka Vision" pelican painted by POP! artist Bev Fairclo-Ott.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Bellydancing by the Bahiya and Troupe Habibi was a colorful highlight to the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Blues musicians Joan Daley on vocals and guitar performs with Jennifer DuNesme on stand-up bass.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Folksinger/songwriter Bonnie Hay showcases her beautiful voice and songs at the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Falls artist Thomas Dyer inspires with his creative visual artwork made of recycled materials, such as this "Seven Teak Masks" made from salad bowls.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Organizers of the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts included Klamath Arts Council past-President Rich Bergstrom and oriental rug seller Sydney Gmirkin, shown with POP! sculptor Stefan Savides performing on his new keyboard.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Enastros Greek Dancers cast an exotic spell with their inspiring performance at the Autumn Fest of Fine Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! pelican sculptor Stefan Savides showcased both his art and music at the visually enchanting Autumn Fest of Fine Arts!
November 4, 2006
Basin Blues & Hues
Art & Music event featuring
The Lloyd Jones Struggle
Ross Ragland Theater and Cultural Center
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! pelicans "Midnight at the Oasis" and "Visions of the Klamath Basin" were featured in the front lobby of the Ross Ragland Theater.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Ross Ragland Theater's Executive Director Cari McMahon poses with the "Midnight at the Oasis" pelican painted by POP! artist Bev Fairclo-Ott and co-sponsored by Dr. Raul A. Mirande.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Bird sculptor Stefan Savides poses by his POP! pelican which enhanced the hors d'oeuvre and wine/beer tables for the pre-concert art show at the Ross Ragland Cultural Center. Mia & Pia's served their "White Pelican Porter" beer which sold out!
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Gourmet food provided tasty samplings which added a memorable elegance to the evening's fine art event. Shown is volunteer Joan Glasspool.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Basin Blues and Hues volunteers Joan Glasspool and Annmarie Huber enjoyed promoting raffle items which included several POP! tote bags.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Limited edition, 14-inch-high, resin-cast POP! pelicans were displayed, and showcased with adjacent POP! exhibits.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A moose antler carved by Cyndy Seeley attracted much attention at the Basin Blues & Hues Arts Extravaganza.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Arts Council President Dave Brefka (of Dave Brefka Design) donated one of his original paintings to the raffle. Proceeds benefited future "Third Thursdays", "Pelicans on Parade" (POP!), and "Klamath Kinetic Sculpture Race" -- all being three exemplary arts projects in Klamath Falls that are now prominently recognized by the Oregon Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! display in the front lobby of the Ross Ragland Theater highlighted both the 2005 and the 2006 POP! artists. We are so proud of our local artists, and most grateful to their sponsors!
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The lovely voice and music of Bonnie Hay was applauded many times as she performed in the Ross Ragland Cultural Center, as part of the Basin Blues & Hues Arts Extravaganza.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Klamath Arts Council secretary Carol Wylie demonstrates weaving at the Ross Ragland Cultural Center.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
A behind-the-scenes look at "hanging" art for the Basin Blues & Hues Show: Klamath Arts Council President Dave Brefka (top) with POP! artists (from Clearwater Gallery) Susan Liskey (left) and Dori Pace. A BIG thanks to all their hard work!
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Many thanks to Favell Museum for loan of the POP! pelican "Mustang Moons & Tatanka Vision" painted by Bev Fairclo-Ott, which added unique splendor to the Basin Blues & Hues Arts Extravaganza at the Ross Ragland Cultural Center.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! sculptor Stefan Savides received public recognition, with a "Pat on the Back" award from "Answer People" coordinators Joan Cole (left) and Paula Jones "for generously contributing to the Pelicans on Parade project by donating the original design and sculpting the pelican."
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Two of the newest POP! pelicans were featured in the front lobby of the Favell Museum. Shown at left is "Mustang Moons & Tatanka Vision" painted by Bev Fairclo-Ott and sponsored by Favell Museum; at right is "Visions of the Klamath Basin" painted by five Gallery 803 artists. (Photo by Kathy Larson)
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Bev Fairclo-Ott demonstrates watercolor painting techniques at the Favell Museum's December "Artists & Authors Party."
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
The POP! display was among the prominent exhibits which highlighted over 20 artists and authors at the Favell Museum's Party.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Favell Museum artists Shari Burke (left) and Ginger Yeley (right) pose by the "Santa" pelican with cowboy poet Leon Flick.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Ken Fenstermacher presented his stunning Native American reproductions at the Favell Museum's "Artists & Authors Party."
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
POP! artist Stefan Savides exhibited bronze sculptures and avian paintings at the 3rd annual "Artists & Authors Party" at the Favell Museum.
(Photo by Kathy Larson)
Favell Museum staff member and artist Ginger Yeley helped with gift sales at the "Artists & Authors Party," and hopes to paint a POP! pelican in 2007, pending a sponsor(s).
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