Join us in the Gatehouse Gallery for the opening of the exhibition CYCLE 輪回: New Works by Hung Liu. Hung Liu is widely known and admired for her large oil paintings and prints which incorporate powerful imagery and masterful handling of materials to depict personal, social, and political themes. Come view new mixed media works fresh from her studio and enjoy local wines with a mix of art lovers. Members Preview: 5:00-6:00 PM; General Public: 6:00-8:00 PM. Admission is free.

Hung Liu was born in Changchun, China in 1948, and grew up under the Maoist regime. She studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central Academy of Fine Art in Beijing, before immigrating to the US in 1984 to attend UC San Diego. A two-time recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship in painting, Liu also received a Lifetime Achievement Award in Printmaking from the Southern Graphics Council International in 2011. Hung Liu will discuss her career and new works featured in the exhibition. $5 Members/$10 General. Please RSVP via email or call 707-226-5991 x17. Wine Sponsor: Patz & Hall 

Spring is the perfect time for art and nature lovers to visit the di Rosa and its unique and significant collection of Northern California art. This year di Rosa’s Spring Nature Hikes are offered in April 28, May 5, June 9, and June 16 beginning at 10:00AM. Join experienced guides for the exclusive opportunity to hike to the top of Milliken Peak at di Rosa, the highest summit in the Carneros region of Napa Valley with sweeping views of the North Bay, including vistas of the Napa River and San Pablo Bay. The hikes are moderately strenuous, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Hikes are free to members, all others $15. Please call 707-226-5991 x25 or email us to make a reservation.

Every year our members enjoy a beautiful day of hiking, music, art, food, and creativity at the Annual Members Picnic. Galleries are open with interactive projects while guests spend the day exploring the grounds and enjoying a picnic lunch. Live music will be playing in the Olive Grove. Beer and water are provided. Space is limited and fills quickly. RSVP to 707.226.5991 x17 or email us. See photos from the 2011 picnic in our Flickr album.

Save the Date! di Rosa’s Annual Art Auction is well-known for featuring world class art from regional artists such as James Melchert, Sandow Birk, Deborah Oropallo, William Wiley, Judy Dater,  Christopher Brown,  and Viola Frey. The party starts with a scrumptious meal and live entertainment, followed by live and silent auctions and a groovy afterparty. Proceeds benefit exhibitions and educational programs year round at di Rosa.

di Rosa’s Onward! Young Collectors Group hosts the annual preview party to kick off the 2012 gala auction event. This who’s who event features live music, amazing appetizers, and local Napa Valley wines. Come meet the artist and get the jump on silent auction bidding.