The Goldens Rule

“On a recent bike ride through the Deschutes Forest, I spotted a dog handler with 6 dogs, four Golden Retrievers, one black lab and a boxer.
I took this photo of three of the Golden’s with their attention riveted to their trainer.
I thought it spoke volumes about the dog breed.” —Helen

H  E  L  E  N   B  R  O  W  N

The exhibit opens July 3, during the Old Mill District  First Friday Gallery Walk with a reception from 3-7 pm.
This exhibit revolves around animals—small and large, wild and domestic—with whom we share this planet.
Some we see from afar, admiring their freedom and majesty. Some are closer to home and play a big part in our everyday lives.

Cascades Elk celebrates these majestic animals and the majesty of the Cascade Mountains.

In today’s world of swirling news, we invite you to pause and celebrate the wonderful world of animals —
those honest, trusting companions who enrich our homes and our lives.

Nordic Pilots are scouting above the water in one of Norway’s fjords.

Neither dogs nor cats harbor hidden agendas or ulterior motives.
Their desires are refreshingly simple: food, affection, and companionship.
Their devotion to those who care for them is unconditional.

Helen advocates for the health of all pollinators in Just Bee-cause

Helen creates her paintings on rice paper using a batik watercolor technique.
The distinctive texture of the medium beautifully complements the softness of fur and the delicacy of feathers,
bringing each subject vividly to life. She is regularly juried into Watercolor Society of Oregon exhibits, and other invitational shows.

Gaggle of Goldeneye follows a flock of Barrows Goldeye along the shore.

This exhibit extends well beyond household pets. Helen’s collection also features elk, birds, ducks, bees,
a llama, and even a panda — each capturing the spirit and character of the natural world.

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Helen met Yogi the llama during one
of his ambassador visits to Bend’s
Old Mill District on behalf of
Oregon Adaptive Sports. REI is
committed to helping all people
“get outside,” and Yogi’s owner,
Jeff Wagner, supports that mission
by inviting visitors to pet Yogi and
pose for photos with him.
Helen was the gallerist at TAC
that day and took advantage of posing
with Yogi, and was inspired to paint him.

She will donate proceeds from the sale
of her painting, Yogi the Llama (right)
to Oregon Adaptive Sports, a premier
adaptive sports organization in the
Pacific Northwest that provides
year-round outdoor recreation
programs. OAS creates access to more
than 2,000 outdoor experiences
annually for over 400 individuals.
In an added gesture of support,
Jeff Wagner has offered to match
the donation, doubling
the benefit to the organization.

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The Deschutes River is a playground for dogs. Swim Team depicts two labs enjoying their dip.

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Join us in celebrating both America’s 250th birthday and Mother Nature’s enduring gifts during
Tumalo Art Co’s. First Friday Gallery Walk reception from 3-7pm, July 3.
Chat with the artists, enjoy great food, and immerse yourself in the artwork throughout the gallery .

Our vibrant Old Mill District First Friday Gallery Walk includes galleries, studios and various stores
that host different artists every month. Just upstairs from Tumalo Art Co. you will find
Lubbesmeyers Studio & Gallery, and Stacks Studios & Gallery. A new addition to the Old Mill District—men’s store, REVOLVR,
will have local photographer Toni Toreno this month. Stop by TAC—we have flyers and will help get started on an eye-candy evening.