• On View August 27th through October 13th

    CURRENT EXHIBITION

    Transitions:

    Pathways Through Adolescence

    An installation by Ethan McKeague

    OPENING RECEPTION

    September 7th 5-8 PM

  • Thursday, September 19th 5-8 PM

    Arts Alive painting workshop with Ethan McKeague!

    There will be demonstrations on color mixing, color theory, painting basic objects and landscape compositions. All supplies will be provided!

    Thursday, September 19th 5-8 PM

  • 27th Annual PETALUMA POETRY WALK Sunday September 15th, 11-8PM

    Usher Gallery is partaking in the Petaluma Poetry Walk!

    Come to the gallery at 4PM Sunday to enjoy readings by Ellery Akers and Lee Rossi.

  • Sunday September 15th, 10 AM - 1 PM

    Join us at the gallery for our Children's Book Fair! There will be four local authors sharing their books along with art activities, live music with Dave Fromer, and refreshments.

  • Saturday September 28th, 5 - 8 PM

    Live music with Saritah! Bursting with an organic sound that is a refreshing and uniquely feminine weave of reggae, soul and acoustic inspired flavors, Saritah has a relentless passion for inspiring people to live their purpose and to follow their dreams. Vulnerably aware that this modern life can be overwhelming at best, her songs are celebrations, revelations, invocations, and affirmations.

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Featured Artists - Ethan McKeague

Once every other month, we install a new exhibition featuring the work of a local artist. Please stop by the shop or join us for one of the artist receptions to see the show.

USHER GALLERY • 1 Petaluma Blvd North in the HEART of Petaluma!

Transitions

This month we are excited to host artist Ethan McKeague and his show "Transitions: Pathways Through Adolescence"

Transitions: Pathways Through Adolescence presents a collection of paintings that chronicle Ethan's experiences as a teenager and young adult. The works draw inspiration from his involvement in the skateboarding, surfing, urban exploring, and graffiti subcultures. Each piece captures the spirit of youth- from late-night skate sessions with friends to adventures through Marin's creeks and tunnels. These moments, filled with camaraderie and exploration, symbolize more than just fun; they represent crucial phases of growth and self-discovery. For Ethan, these experiences of freedom are foundational in navigating the complex journey toward adulthood.

Ethan McKeague is a painter and printmaker based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His work captures landscape compositions inspired by scenery in California and reflects experiences from the subcultures of skateboarding and urban art. He has exhibited his work at the Kittredge Gallery at University of Puget Sound, the Thatcher Gallery at University of San Francisco, and at Art Works Downtown in San Rafael, CA.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT USHER GALLERY

OPENING RECEPTION for Transitions: Pathways Through Adolescence by Ethan McKeague. Saturday September 7th 5-8 PM

Children's Book Fair Sunday September 15th 10 AM - 1 PM - will include four local authors sharing their books along with art activities, live music with Dave Fromer, and refreshments.

27th Annual PETALUMA Poetry Walk Sunday September 15th 11-8 PM. Enjoy readings by Ellery Akers and Lee Rossi at the gallery at 4 PM.

Arts Alive with Ethan McKeague Thursday September 19th, 5-8 PM. There will be demonstrations on color mixing, color theory, and painting basic objects and landscape compositions.

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 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 children and adults.

  • 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.

  • Paintings, Prints & Photographs

    We have a large dynamic selection of original artwork by local artists.

  • And More...

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