West Marin, our beautiful slice of the planet, inspires us all in many different ways. Some of the results of that inspiration can be viewed and purchased over Labor Day weekend at West Marin Wild, EAC’s biennial art show and primary fundraiser. 

The events is being held at the historic Red Barn at the entrance to the Bear Valley Visitor Center of the Point Reyes National Seashore from September 1-3.

Directions

We look forward to seeing you all on Labor Day Weekend, beginning with the Friday night opening (make your reservations asap). Come raise a toast with us to the preservation of our natural habitats and take a piece of West Marin beauty home with you.

Meanwhile, browse a sampling of the art below.

More information
Schedule
Complete list of artists

Chris Adessa, Limantour Marsh, Oil

Christin Coy, Limantour Marsh, Oil

Jan Gauthier, Tomales Bay, Hand Painted Photograph

Tom Killion, Mt. Tam Big Rock, Woodcut Print

Marty Knapp, Oak Clouds, Photograph

Pam Lewis, Egret Reflecting, Oil

Rick Lyttle, Soloists, Oil

Bruce Mitchell, Wood Carving

Wendy Schwartz, Marsh, Bay and Ridge, Oil

Gary Smith, Blue Glade, Pastel

Sally Wetherby, Abbott's Lagoon 2, Hand Painted Photograph

West Marin Wild!
Thirty-six artists, listed below, are slated to participate in the show, a fresh mix of old favorites and newly discovered talent, working in a variety of media. They generously donate 50% of their sales to EAC, forming a perfect little ecosystem, since EAC’s mission is to preserve the wilderness that inspires their work.

Co-sponsored by the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, West Marin Wild is held in the Red Barn near Park headquarters over Labor Day weekend. Cheryl Higgins, whose work has been exhibited in past West Marin Wild shows, says of the barn: “It’s hard to imagine a more perfect space for a leisurely viewing of creative interpretations of the hills, animal life and plants just outside its doors.”

Seasoned visitors to West Marin Wild have learned that not only is it the ideal venue for purchasing special gifts, but if you bring a loved one along there are many available techniques for dropping hints about your own personal favorites. Of course there is only one way to make sure these favorites will not be sold out from under you, and that is to be the first to arrive at the Preview Party on August 31, 5 – 8PM. The second challenge is not to be distracted from your mission by the beautiful spread that Pam Ferrari is masterminding, featuring organic foods produced by the local farming community and a wide selection of wines chosen by our connoisseurs. Reservations are a must for this event. Members can purchase tickets at the discounted price of $50 by calling 663-9314.

In addition to the ten people who form the West Marin Wild Planning Committee, a terrific group of EAC volunteers help out on show days. Their infectious enthusiasm and obvious appreciation of the quality of the exhibit create a relaxed atmosphere, drawing people back for a second or third visit over the course of the 3- day show.

We would like to thank our business sponsors, Horizon Cable, The Cabaline, Rodoni Construction, Coastal Marin Real Estate, Bank of Petaluma, Good Earth Natural Foods and the Old Point Reyes Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast, who have helped to defray expenses with generous cash contributions. If your employer or businesses that you frequent have missed out on this opportunity to support our local community, please encourage them to contact us.

We look forward to seeing you all on Labor Day Weekend, beginning with the Friday night opening (make your reservations asap). Come raise a toast with us to the preservation of our natural habitats and take a piece of West Marin beauty home with you.

Schedule
Preview Party on August 31, 5 – 8PM $60/$50 for members - SOLD OUT!
Show times: Saturday and Sunday Sept. 1-2 11AM – 5PM, Monday Sept. 3 11AM to 2PM

Where: The Historic Red Barn at the Bear Valley Visitor's Center entrance
Pick-up of purchased artwork: Monday 2pm – 5pm
Information: 415.663.9312 or www.eacmarin.org

Participating Artists
Chris Adessa, Richard Blair, Joe Blumenthal, Martha Borge, Ralph Borge, Michael Carey, Christin Coy, Jan Davidson, Chuck Eckart, Jon Francis, Sally Gale, Kristen Garneau, Jan Gauthier, Kathleen Goodwin, Susan Hall, Elia Haworth, Cheryl Higgins, Tom Killion, Marty Knapp, Pam Lewis, Richard Lindenberg, Rick Lyttle, John McCormick, Bruce Mitchell, Jean Mooney, Robin Moore, John Richards, Ane Carla Rovetta, Wendy Schwartz, Stanley Siddle, Gary Smith, Nancy Stein, Ian Tait, Anita Toney, Sally Wetherby, Thomas Wood