Art Exhibits

The Gallery at Filoli is a space used by the Art Committee of the Friends of Filoli to display artwork related to Filoli Center’s mission and to foster community relationships. Enriching your visits to Filoli in 2011 will be an inspiring collection of art and decorative art exhibits. We look forward to sharing these with you, your family and your friends!

Tuesday, February 7 through Sunday, March 25

Landmarks of California —
Presented by the San Mateo County Office of Education

This beautiful exhibit features original artwork on loan from the San Mateo County Office of Education’s High School Artists Hall of Fame. Filoli is proud to partner with the San Mateo County Office of Education to present this exhibition of student achievement.

Richard L. (Dick) Sperisen, Coordinator Emeritus, Arts Education / School Design is the exhibition coordinator. Mr. Sperisen is responsible for the formation of the San Mateo County Art Education Committee in 1956. In 1991, he worked to establish the San Mateo County High School Artists’ Hall of Fame. You can view the entire collection at the San Mateo County Office of Education at 101 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065. For hours and directions please contact them directly by phoning (650) 802-5337.

Fremontodendron californicum Flannel Bush by Eliza Jewett. Winner of the 2012 Roth Award for distinction with an emphasis on traditional botanical art presentation.

Tuesday, March 27 through Sunday, June 24

Botanical Art Exhibit

This year we celebrate our 14th Annual Botanical Art Exhibit. Filoli has been a leader in the renewal of this art form, which combines the observational skills of the scientist and the sensibility of the artist. Part of our commitment is to sponsor an annual nation–wide juried exhibition to showcase the best of botanical art. Artworks selected this year will be displayed in the Visitor and Education Center while select pieces from our three major florilegia collections: the Filoli, the Banks’ and the Highgrove, will be displayed in the historic House. Come enjoy the West Coast’s most prominent botanical art exhibition.

Thursday, March 29, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Artist Reception

Filoli will host an artist reception for this outstanding exhibition. Artists are on hand to share their botanical art knowledge and experiences. In addition, a collection of prints, matted originals and note cards will be for sale. A visit to the Gardens after hours will complete this special evening. While admission is FREE, reservations are required. Reservation deadline is Friday, March 23.

Artist Registry

Filoli hosts approximately six art exhibitions annually that vary in theme and content. With the exception of the Annual Botanical Art Exhibition and occasional larger exhibitions, they are invitational exhibitions. For invitational exhibitions, the curator invites artists from the Filoli Artist Registry, whose work fits within the theme of that particular exhibition. To become a member of the Filoli Artist Registry please send a one-page biography along with samples of your work either on a CD in JPEG or TIF format, or printed copies, two-up on 8½" x 11" sheets, to:

Filoli
Attn: Education Office
86 Cañada Road
Woodside, CA 94062

A confirmation letter will be sent upon receipt and acceptance into the registry. For questions, please contact the Education Office at classes@filoli.org.

Artist Access Days

Painting plein air during Artist Access at Filoli.

Thursdays— March 22, April 19, May 24, June 21, August 16, September 20 and October 18
Time: 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Filoli extends the opportunity for artists and photographers to have access to the gardens after hours. Experience the quiet beauty and stunning vistas of this rare and historical country estate. Photographers may use tripods; other artists may use easels and work in the medium of their choice. Artists provide all their own materials and storage containers for the removal of all used water and non-toxic cleaning fluids. No fluids of any type are to be disposed of at Filoli. Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended.

Fee: per day: $20 for members; $25 for non–members.
Non-members: Fee includes same day admission to Filoli. You are welcome to arrive anytime between 10:00 am – 2:30 pm, visit the historic House and Garden and scout locations for your next masterpiece.