The Annex
Dear Mind Fuzz featuring Allie Blanchard
September 6 - December 28, 2024
This body of work has been shaped at times by the exploration of my own brain through IFS therapy (in getting to know the distinct parts of my brain and their role in my actions), at times by the music of revolution, at times by political collective trauma and social justice, at times by absurdism, and always by all of these things in a very interconnected way.
But to be honest it's difficult to use written language to explain things that I can express more fluidly through visual art. And I often only figure out the real reason I made something much later, so who really knows what this show is about? Not me.
ABOUT ALLIE BLANCHARD:
Allie Blanchard (she/her) grew up in Florida, receiving a B.F.A. in drawing from the University of Florida in 2011, and an M.F.A. in painting from the San Francisco Art Institute in 2013. Her mediums of focus are drawing and painting, but she has also worked in printmaking, collage, and occasionally sculpture. Her work focuses on portraiture as an exploration of mental health and the mind, and as a reflection of social justice. Her work was published in the SF Chronicle in 2012. She currently lives and works in Bend, OR, working as an interior designer, and drawing creative inspiration from her love of nature, live music, mutual aid and protest.
2025 Central Oregon Collegiate Art Exhibition
January 13 - February 22, 2025
First Friday Reception: February 7, 5:00 – 7:00 PM. Toasts and announcements at 6PM.
The 2025 Central Oregon Collegiate Art Exhibition celebrates the dynamic talent of student artists from Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and Oregon State University Cascades (OSU-C). This exhibition brings together a diverse collection of artworks that showcase the creativity, skill, and vision of student artists from across the region.
Featuring student submissions in five distinct categories— Digital, Drawing, Painting, Photography and Printmaking —the exhibition offers a vibrant snapshot of the innovative and thought-provoking work emerging from these two institutions. The exhibition not only reflects the individual creativity of each student, but also the unique educational environments of COCC and OSU-C. From intricate drawings to compelling photographs, the show highlights the diverse approaches and perspectives shaping contemporary artistic practices.
Visitors will encounter a wide range of styles, techniques, and concepts, inviting reflection on the role of art in both personal expression and the broader cultural conversation.
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Natasha Anderson-Butler
Mariah Ayers
Aidyne Barnes
Steve Bachtel
Sasha Castellino
Alex Cloutier
Ellie (El) Clute
Andrea Comer
Charlie Davis
Drew
Evan
Gabriel Favia
Owen Flannery
Mahina Gelderloos
Katie Givens
Kaia Jordan
Jessica Lovelace
Roman Matejsek
Alyssa McCance
Laney Meierhoefer
Ella Merkel
Marc Naylor
Carolyn Parker
Jess Pederson
Diana Popp
Indigo Stone
Elena Strange
Samantha Townsend
Thomas Tucker
Dillon Upp
Dylan Wiens
THE ANNEX: A Scalehouse Project located in the atrium of Franklin Crossing is the latest program from Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts. Through an online application, artists will submit work and proposals. We are delighted to support local artists with a space to show new works, gain experience and exposure in the field, and add to Scalehouse's mission of building community around arts and culture events. View previous Annex Artists here.