December/January—Winter’s Embrace Group Exhibit

Opening December 4, from 3-7pm, during the Old Mill District First Friday Gallery Walk.

For some, the coming of winter’s early darkness is challenging and we long for those long, warm days.
This year Tumalo Art Co. artists are leaning into the concept of Hygge, an important part of Danish culture,
and have made art about what brings them happiness in the winter season.

Winter Warmth, Helen Brown

The term Hygge first appeared in Danish writing around the end of the 18th Century, and primarily meant “well-being”. Since then, the philosophy has become ingrained in Danish living,
and may even explain why they are some of the happiest people in the world.

Ancient Ones, Bruce Jackson

Pronounced “hoo-gah”, Hygge can’t exactly be translated with a single word…but, it embodies the feeling of coziness, comfort, and joy that we get when enjoying the simple pleasures of life. A beautiful sunset.
The laughter of children. The smells and gentle murmur of people having their coffee
and pastry in the corner bakery. Even a smile and kind word from a stranger.

One More Story, Dee McBrien-Lee

In a recent interview on NPR podcasts, Ada Limon, past United States Poet Laureate and self described “Summer girl’,
says that for the first time in her life she’s embracing the early darkness of fall and winter.
“I had a lot of loss this summer. This year the darkness feels like a healing dark.
A time to go inward, to reflect, grieve and cherish. It feels like this season
is offering me a chance to do some renewal”. 

Winter Soul, Shelli Walters

Hygge is taking time to soak in a hot tub. It’s taking advantage of the long, dark nights to slow down,
read a good book and sip some tea in front of the fire.

The Stars Come Out to Play, Adell Shetterly

Hygge is a way of life that encourages us to be kinder to ourselves, to take pleasure in the small things,
and to fully experience moments of comfort and peace. Letting go of our to-do list, being in the present,
open to deep conversations, un-rushed. It even extends to eating soothing, pure, comfort foods.

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Come enjoy this exhibit during our First Friday opening, or stop by anytime to take a break from the holiday rush.
Chat with the artists, enjoy some yummy food, and see the artwork throughout the gallery from 3-7pm, December 5.

Take in all of the galleries and studios in the Old Mill District — Lubbesmeyers Studio & Gallery,
Stacks Studios & Gallery (just upstairs), and Amejko (in the little red house) along with Tumalo Art Co.
(the hub), and various stores host artists for the First Friday Gallery Walk every month.
Stop by—we have flyers and can direct you.