Opening Art Shows, First Friday

First Friday

Vancouver

Art galleries and local businesses celebrate this month’s art shows with a First Friday Art Walk in downtown Vancouver from 5 to 9 p.m. Visitors can enjoy opening receptions and light refreshments at art galleries, after-hours shopping, dining and drink specials, live music and other events. www.vdausa.org

Camas

First Fridays in Camas are themed, family-friendly events from 5 to 8 p.m. when galleries stay open late for artist receptions. Guests can also enjoy after-hours shopping, dining and additional activities inspired by the month’s theme. July’s theme is “Poker Tour and Game Night.” downtowncamas.com

Slocum House First Saturday Art Sale

On the first Saturday of every month through October, the historic yellow Slocum House will open its doors for a pop-up art show and sale from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. These art events will feature works by Mosaic Arts Alliance members. First Saturday dates are July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7 and Oct. 5. Slocum House is on the corner of Esther and Sixth streets, next to the Vancouver Farmers Market. www.mosaicartsalliance.org

Opening exhibits

William C. Ferguson and Aaura Lipinski, through July, with an opening reception 5 to 9 p.m. July 5. This summer debut exhibit showcases two emerging artists who create abstract pieces using opposing techniques and expressions. Ferguson will be displaying his “Bohemian Series” to illustrate his inner need for order. Lipinski works on recycled material such as wood panels and uses nontraditional tools to paint and create textures. Aurora Gallery, 1004 Main St., Vancouver. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 360-696-0449 or www.AuroraGalleryOnline.com

“Dear Readers,” through July, with an opening reception from 1 to 6 p.m. on First Friday, July 5, featuring live music by Avi Haviv and food for purchase. This exhibition by Sue Clancy focuses on the interconnectedness of life and the role of the written word in establishing connections, with a whimsical flair. Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway, Vancouver, open 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. 360-695-3363 or www.burntbridgecellars.com

“Animalibris,” through July. Muriel Wheatley and Levi Greenacres form a partnership known as Lovebirds Paper, displaying intricately cut paper artwork inspired by botanical and biological illustrations with a playful edge. Second Story Gallery upstairs in the Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Regular library hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. 360-834-4692 or library@cityofcamas.us

“Field of Sunflowers,” through July. This new solo show by Liz Pike is an exhibit of oils on canvas. During the reception from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on First Friday, July 5, Pike will offer an in-person painting demonstration. Guests can enjoy complimentary wine, cheese and Pike’s famous chocolate truffles. The public is also invited to view the “Sunflower Mobile,” Liz’s latest “moving” original oil on fiberglass. Camas Gallery, 408 N.E. Fourth Ave., open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 360-817-241 or camasgallery.com

Sarah Dillon and Sam Yamauchi, through July 27, with an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on First Friday, July 5. Dillon’s exhibit, “Where We Are,” encourages self-reflection in effort to define or question truth. Yamauchi offers a story in 10 paintings with her exhibit, “From Japanese Hair to Sword Ferns.” The CAVE Art Gallery, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Regular gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 360-314-6506 or cave.gallery.vancouver@gmail.com

Continuing exhibits

“Flights of Fancy,” through July. This exhibit features artworks that let the imagination fly free and push the boundaries of fanciful. The Artist Loft, 1001 Main St., Suite C, Vancouver. Gallery hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Friday, or by appointment. 360-519-4019 or www.artistloftvancouver.com

“A Painter’s Devotion,” through July 31. This exhibit is a solo show featuring a collection of oil paintings by Jacobsen, a plein air painter whose works demonstrate his devotion to capturing nature’s beauty. Art on the Boulevard, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on First Fridays. 360-750-4499 or www.artontheboulevard.org

Barbara Van Nostern, permanent rotating exhibit. Nostern will exhibit select works from her watercolor paintings, changing seasonally. Rand Jewelers, 112 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. 360-314-2474