March 2026
"Migration Connections": As a conservation artist, Mary Arnold's goal is to emphasize humanity's connection to nature and carry a message of balanced land and animal conservation through her art. In the Fauve tradition, her art style uses color to project a mood and to establish a structure within the art piece. Mary explores the nexus of ecology and human values and seek to understand the emotion, beliefs, and philosophies that prompt us to protect our environment and wildlife.
April Open Theme Show 2026
"This Land is Your Land" is our theme this year. We are open to all interpretations and mediums. Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center in Union, Oregon is sponsoring the April Open Theme show celebrating their 125th year (the oldest agricultural experiment station in Oregon), America 250, and the United Nations' International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists dedicated to supporting awareness about pastoral and rangeland communities around the world. There will be 2 Purchase Awards of $500 each from EOARC "The Ranch Lifestyle Award" and "Pastoral & Range Landscapes Award" and a Peoples' Choice Award as well. There is a 3 piece limit, and a $20 entry fee, but beginning this year all participants are required to be members of Crossroads. Last day to enter is March 30th. Show opens April 3rd, 2026.
May 2026
Joachim McMillian, born on the Caribbean Island of Grenada, grew up with spectacular views of the ocean, the mountainous landscapes, and the simplicity of the countryside where he believed from a young age that extraordinary things can evolve from the ordinary. He is a self-taught artist who uses an impressionistic style and refuses to be confined to rules by possessing a bold spirit allowing him to experiment with craft and seeks constant reinvention. His technique relies heavily on the palette knife, creating a mosaic like look by applying layers of wet oil paint. His paintings reflect the multifaceted nature of the human condition and the world in which we live.
January Open Show 2026
Lifting up emerging artists is a big part of our mission and we are always happy to showcase their work. January is reserved for high school students as well as adult learners and we welcome all budding artists to come and submit their work for this wonderful open show. It is a great way to start the new year!
February 2026
"Over the Bridge" is an exhibition by ceramicist, Dori Kite, and painter, Kayla Hanson, bringing together classical and experimental styles that not only complement each other, but elevates the show. Kite, from Baker City, grounds us and then Hanson, from Boise, lifts us. It is both earthy and ethereal, elegant and energetic, it is a show not to miss. February 6th-February 27th, 2026.
December 2025: Christmas at the Crossroads
Come and shop for the holidays and give the gift of art! Local artists and makers have brought their art, their crafts, ornaments, and holiday cards for you to see and cherish. Choose to give a unique gift this holiday season and have a holly, jolly, season this year friends!
November: Brushstrokes and Byways: 2025 Plein Air "Autumn's Palette"
Twelve Plein Air Artists from across a wide region, the west coast to Boise, came together for a wonderful event and painted Baker County. A smashing success with wonderful work and a jolly good time, the weather was perfect and the scenery gorgeous! La Dolce Vita Properties will choose the Purchase Award for $600 and a People's Choice Award will be chosen on opening night November 7th. Come to First Friday and vote for your favorite!
Dec.-March 2026: Wagon Dreams & Wild Things by Terri Axness
Terri Axness, a pillar of the Baker art community, is exhibiting a rare collection of large sculptures at the Flagstaff Gallery located inside the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center. A fusion of reality and whimsy bring a joy to Terri's work that captures the creative spirit held in the valley between the Elkhorns and Eagle Cap Mountains. Opening date is December 13th. Opening reception from 2-4pm. Closing date is March 15th. Don't miss it!
November: "Between the Un-Wired Worlds II" by Alethea Brewer
Alethea Brewer has long been fascinated with birds, their wings, feathers, flight patterns, and so much more stir her imagination and inspires thought, contemplation, and exploration. Using clay, ink and paper she will display a body of work that will explore different ideas of conversation, confession, and communication, embracing the beauty and grace of of feathered friends, the birds. The exhibit will be displayed November 7th through November 29th, 2025.
October: "Linear Impressionism, Close to Home" by Maia Leisz
Maia Leisz will exhibit an impressive body of work that delights the heart and soul from October 3rd through November 1st, 2025. With a vibrant and refreshing palette, and a breath of life in the landscape lends a nod to the impressionist greats. Coming to Crossroads from Coeur d' Alene, Idaho, we welcome Maia with open arms. It is a pleasure for her artwork to grace our walls.
September Open Regional-Art at the Crossroads
Our biggest show of the year!!! 2025 September Open Regional will attract dozens of artists from across the region to compete for cash prizes. This year the Barbara Wilbur Family Fund will sponsor a $1000 prize and this year's theme is SCULPTURE! Come on in and get a Call to Artists flyer or find it on our website under "forms" at the bottom of the home page for all the information and submission guidelines. Participate in the show, or come and see the exhibit, it is certainly one to see!!
