Exhibitions

Holiday Gift Show

November 25th - January 11th

Meet the artists and enjoy our collection of local, handmade art by each of them! Admire photography by Jill Zwicky, Peter Fronk, and George Winters, jewelry by Pyrite and Pearls, and handmade crochet and fabric goods by Traci Hanson.

Whale Sounds on a Canvas: The Stories Behind the Art

Thursday, November 20th, 6-7:30PM

An evening of art, science, and ocean storytelling with Firuze Gokce at Usher Gallery

Step into a world where sound becomes color, science becomes emotion, and art becomes a bridge between humanity and the ocean.

In this special event, artist and conservationist Firuze Gokce invites you to explore the stories behind her acclaimed series Whale Sounds on a Canvas. Each artwork is more than a visual piece—it’s a living narrative. Some are inspired by the lives of individual whales, their songs, and migrations across vast oceans. Others are reflections of groundbreaking scientific studies that reveal the social intelligence and emotional depth of these magnificent beings.

Through this guided talk, Firuze will share the creative process that transforms real whale vocalizations and spectrograms into visual forms—translating the music of the sea into vibrant, hand-drawn patterns and digital layers. You’ll discover how art and science can intertwine to awaken empathy, spark imagination, and call for conservation.

Join us for an evening of storytelling, sound, and inspiration.
Experience the harmony between creativity and the natural world—and leave with a renewed connection to the ocean that sustains us all.

Free Admission
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