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Whale Sounds on a Canvas II

October 14th - November 23rd

Whale Sounds on a Canvas II is the latest exhibition by artist Firuze Gokce, whose work transforms the unseen beauty of the ocean’s soundscapes into vivid visual art.

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Whale Sounds on a Canvas: The Stories Behind the Art

Thursday, November 20th, 6-7:30 PM
Join artist Firuze Gokce at Usher Gallery for an intimate evening exploring the creative process and real-life inspirations behind each piece from her Whale Sounds on a Canvas collection. Every artwork carries a story — some drawn from living whales, others from scientific studies that reveal their intelligence, migration, and songs. Discover how the unseen soundscapes of the ocean become visual poetry on canvas.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT USHER GALLERY

Saturday, November 15th, 2-4PM: Local Petaluma Tarot Artists, Isabel Hayes and Kary Hess, will share about their handmade decks at Usher Gallery.

Thursday, November 20th, 6-7:30PM: Whale Stories with Firuze Gokce, Join our current featured artist at Usher Gallery for an intimate evening exploring the creative process and real-life inspirations behind each piece from her Whale Sounds on a Canvas collection.
Each artwork carries a story — some drawn from living whales, others from scientific studies that reveal their intelligence, migration, and songs.
Discover how the unseen soundscapes of the ocean become visual poetry on canvas.

Saturday, December 6th, 5-8PM: Opening Reception for our Holiday Gift Show, featuring art by Peter Fronk, George Winters, and Jill Zwicky, as well as jewelry by Pyrite & Pearls and handmade goods by Traci Hanson. Live music and refreshments!

Artists & Artisans

Our curated collection of unique art and handmade gifts features the work of established artists and emerging new talents. From prints to paintings to pottery, clothing to crafts, books and jewelry, everything at Usher Gallery is artist-made and reflects our values of diversity and social consciousness.

  • Gifts for Everyone

    We have gift items, large and small, for birthdays, holidays and other celebratory happenings.

  • Jewelry & Adornments

    We have unique finely-crafted jewelry.

  • Handmade Soap & Personal Care Items

    We carry a wide array of handmade personal care items.

  • Books for Children & Adults

    We carry a soulful selection of books for people of all ages.

  • Handmade Clothings

    We have an assortment of warm and woolly wear. Scarves, hats, ponchos and more...

  • Pouches and Handbags

    We have wallets, handbags & positively perfect pouches.

  • Scents & Smudges

    We carry candles, smudge sticks and hand-crafted botanicals.

  • Pottery

    We have hand-made ceramics and earthenware for practical use or home decor.

  • Wonderful Wood

    We carry a variety of hand-crafted wooden items, everything from coasters to cutting boards.

  • Home Decor

    We carry one-of-a-kind decorative items for the home.

  • And More...

    We receive new artwork and objects everyday. Stop by to see what wonders we have in stock today!

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