Heron Hall Art Gallery

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Heron Hall Art Gallery

Current Exhibit • Upcoming Exhibit • Past Exhibits • Call for New Artists

The Heron Hall Art Gallery exhibits three shows per year of local, nature-themed art. Sales support the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation and its mission to restore and conserve this Wetland of International Importance. Due to the multiple uses of Heron Hall, the gallery is available to view by appointment only, Monday - Friday, or during special events. Please contact Maggie Hart to schedule a visit.

Current Exhibit

Slide 1: "Red Osier Dogwood, Cornus sericea" by Mary Ellen Grimes. Slide 2: "Coyote Mint, Monardella villosa" by Lynne Lyle. Slide 3: "Bee Plant, Scrophularia californica" by Kitty Ritz. Slide 4: "Sticky Monkey Flower, Diplacus aurantiacus" by Mary Ellen King.
“Flora of the Laguna”
Botanical Illustrations by Sonoma County Artists
On display through December 20, 2024

Holiday Open House and Closing Reception
Saturday, December 14, 2024. 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Garden tours at 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm
FREE. Donations welcome. No RSVP necessary. Light refreshments provided.
Visit Eventbrite for more information.

Exhibit Overview

"Flora of the Laguna" is a culmination of a two-year project documenting the native plants of the Laguna watershed. Each artist chose several plants to follow through the seasons. We included plants that are representative of the Laguna and some that are important but lesser known. Many were beckoning from the Laguna Environmental Center demonstration gardens and two are endangered treasures being grown in the nursery. Some were in our own backyards! Some of the artists gravitated to certain plants, others were curious about plants that were new to them. The project was an ongoing education for the artists and our hope is that it will inspire others to see the natural beauty around us and the importance of conserving it.

Featured Artists

Nina Antze, Janet Barocco, Alice Condit, Mary Ellen Grimes, Cindy Holst, Mary Ellen King, Elisabeth Knisely, Lynne Lyle, Susan Mark Raymond, Kitty Ritz, Ginny Ritama Spencer, and Christina Titus Vale.

Statement from the Artists

We are a group of botanical artists who have been studying together for 5-15 years. We work primarily in colored pencil. We work with subjects from our gardens and share plant materials with each other. As we paint, we also study the basic botany of our plants, learn about plant families and share our gardening knowledge. We are all members of the local and national botanical societies and gain inspiration and knowledge from those associations and others. Some of us are lifelong artists, others are coming to art later in life and exploring exciting new paths.

For this project, we had assistance from Sarah Gordon, Conservation Science Director, who helped develop a specific plant list, guided us where to find the plants, and answered many of our questions as we went along. We had the ongoing support of Maggie Hart, Outreach Manager, and Ayla Mills, Nursery Program Manager, who gave us the use of the Laguna Environmental Center native plant garden and nursery and were always welcoming and helpful.

Purchase Works of Art

Original works of art on exhibit, cards, prints, and other artist offerings may be purchased in person or by visiting our Online Gift Shop. Original pieces may only be available for pick-up after the exhibit closes or at the featured artist's discretion. Please contact Maggie Hart with any questions.

Upcoming Exhibit

"Afternoon on Taylor Mountain" “Sonoma Impressions”
Impressionistic Oil Paintings by Lenona Winter
January 11 through April 25, 2025
Opening Reception
Saturday, January 11, 2025. 3:00 - 5:00 pm
FREE. Donations welcome. No RSVP necessary. Light refreshments provided.
Visit Eventbrite for more information.

Exhibit Overview

This exhibition of impressionistic oil paintings celebrates the breathtaking landscapes of Sonoma County. Scenes of its majestic coastline, golden summer hills, vibrant autumn vineyards, and serene natural vistas will be featured.

Artist Statement

It is a profound privilege to capture the inspiring landscapes of Sonoma County through my art. My paintings aim to share the region's natural beauty while promoting its preservation. I am honored to showcase my work alongside a conservation organization like the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation.

About the Artist

Lenona Winter has dedicated her adult life to the art of painting. She began her artistic journey studying Chinese Brush Painting for five years with Madeleine Fu, a protégé of the internationally acclaimed artist Chang Dai-chein. For the past 20 years, she has focused on plein air and studio oil painting. Lenona regularly participates in Sonoma County's open studio events, Art at the Source and Art Trails. She also owned and operated Acacia Gallery, a fine art establishment in Marin County, for 30 years. Her work has been widely exhibited and collected internationally.

Past Exhibits

Ane Carla Rovetta Faith Rumm Nicole Jones

Angela Zocco Sturr Green Greenwald Nina Antze

Art Workshop of Western
Sonoma County James R. Reynolds Pointless Sisters Art Quilt Group

Brenda Tharp Jerry Dodrill Robin Dintiman

Charles Beck Joshua Asel Richard McDaniel

Christopher Reiger Julianne Sooley Rik Olson

David Strauss Kaare Iverson Sally Rapelye Briggs

Diana Majumdar Lucy Martin Stacey Schuett

Don Jackson Marge Mount Susan Ball

Donna DeLaBriandais Molly Eckler Watercolor Artists of Sonoma County

Call for New Artists

If you are interested in exhibiting and selling your artwork in Heron Hall, please read through Artist Parameters & Application. We will contact you as soon as possible after we receive your application. If your application is accepted, we will complete an Artist Agreement similar to this SAMPLE. Please note, we are currently booked through 2025. Applications are currently being accepted for 2026.

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For more information, contact Maggie Hart, Outreach Manager
by email or by calling (707) 527-9277 xt. 100

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Current Exhibit
Slide 1: "Red Osier Dogwood, Cornus sericea" by Mary Ellen Grimes. Slide 2: "Coyote Mint, Monardella villosa" by Lynne Lyle. Slide 3: "Bee Plant, Scrophularia californica" by Kitty Ritz. Slide 4: "Sticky Monkey Flower, Diplacus aurantiacus" by Mary Ellen King.	“Flora of the Laguna” Botanical Illustrations by Sonoma County Artists On display through December 20, 2024 Holiday Open House and Closing Reception Saturday, December 14, 2024. 1:00 - 3:00 pm Garden tours at 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm FREE. Donations welcome. No RSVP necessary. Light refreshments provided. Visit Eventbrite for more information. Exhibit Overview "Flora of the Laguna" is a culmination of a two-year project documenting the native plants of the Laguna watershed. Each artist chose several plants to follow through the seasons. We included plants that are representative of the Laguna and some that are important but lesser known. Many were beckoning from the Laguna Environmental Center demonstration gardens and two are endangered treasures being grown in the nursery. Some were in our own backyards! Some of the artists gravitated to certain plants, others were curious about plants that were new to them. The project was an ongoing education for the artists and our hope is that it will inspire others to see the natural beauty around us and the importance of conserving it. Featured Artists Nina Antze, Janet Barocco, Alice Condit, Mary Ellen Grimes, Cindy Holst, Mary Ellen King, Elisabeth Knisely, Lynne Lyle, Susan Mark Raymond, Kitty Ritz, Ginny Ritama Spencer, and Christina Titus Vale.
Statement from the Artists We are a group of botanical artists who have been studying together for 5-15 years. We work primarily in colored pencil. We work with subjects from our gardens and share plant materials with each other. As we paint, we also study the basic botany of our plants, learn about plant families and share our gardening knowledge. We are all members of the local and national botanical societies and gain inspiration and knowledge from those associations and others. Some of us are lifelong artists, others are coming to art later in life and exploring exciting new paths. For this project, we had assistance from Sarah Gordon, Conservation Science Director, who helped develop a specific plant list, guided us where to find the plants, and answered many of our questions as we went along. We had the ongoing support of Maggie Hart, Outreach Manager, and Ayla Mills, Nursery Program Manager, who gave us the use of the Laguna Environmental Center native plant garden and nursery and were always welcoming and helpful. Purchase Works of Art Original works of art on exhibit, cards, prints, and other artist offerings may be purchased in person or by visiting our Online Gift Shop. Original pieces may only be available for pick-up after the exhibit closes or at the featured artist's discretion. Please contact Maggie Hart with any questions.
Upcoming Exhibit
"Afternoon on Taylor Mountain"	“Sonoma Impressions” Impressionistic Oil Paintings by Lenona Winter January 11 through April 25, 2025 Opening Reception Saturday, January 11, 2025. 3:00 - 5:00 pm FREE. Donations welcome. No RSVP necessary. Light refreshments provided. Visit Eventbrite for more information.
Exhibit Overview This exhibition of impressionistic oil paintings celebrates the breathtaking landscapes of Sonoma County. Scenes of its majestic coastline, golden summer hills, vibrant autumn vineyards, and serene natural vistas will be featured. Artist Statement It is a profound privilege to capture the inspiring landscapes of Sonoma County through my art. My paintings aim to share the region's natural beauty while promoting its preservation. I am honored to showcase my work alongside a conservation organization like the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation. About the Artist Lenona Winter has dedicated her adult life to the art of painting. She began her artistic journey studying Chinese Brush Painting for five years with Madeleine Fu, a protégé of the internationally acclaimed artist Chang Dai-chein. For the past 20 years, she has focused on plein air and studio oil painting. Lenona regularly participates in Sonoma County's open studio events, Art at the Source and Art Trails. She also owned and operated Acacia Gallery, a fine art establishment in Marin County, for 30 years. Her work has been widely exhibited and collected internationally.
Past Exhibits
Ane Carla Rovetta	Faith Rumm	Nicole Jones
Angela Zocco Sturr	Green Greenwald	Nina Antze
Art Workshop of Western Sonoma County	James R. Reynolds	Pointless Sisters Art Quilt Group
Brenda Tharp	Jerry Dodrill	Robin Dintiman
Charles Beck	Joshua Asel	Richard McDaniel
Christopher Reiger	Julianne Sooley	Rik Olson
David Strauss	Kaare Iverson	Sally Rapelye Briggs
Diana Majumdar	Lucy Martin	Stacey Schuett
Don Jackson	Marge Mount	Susan Ball
Donna DeLaBriandais	Molly Eckler	Watercolor Artists of Sonoma County
Call for New Artists If you are interested in exhibiting and selling your artwork in Heron Hall, please read through Artist Parameters & Application. We will contact you as soon as possible after we receive your application. If your application is accepted, we will complete an Artist Agreement similar to this SAMPLE. Please note, we are currently booked through 2025. Applications are currently being accepted for 2026.