First Friday Art Shows, July 3

Vancouver

Art galleries and local business celebrate this month’s exhibitions with a First Friday Art Walk in downtown Vancouver. From 5 to 9 p.m. July 3, visitors can explore opening receptions at participating art galleries, along with events and local music. Visit www.vdausa.org

“Art on Wheels,” through Aug. 2. Gallery 360 at Slocum House, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. A group show featuring trains, planes and automobiles as the subject of art. Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. 360-693-7340 or www.gallery360.org

Barbara Van Nostern, through July 31. Rand Gallery, 112 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Van Nostern’s watercolor paintings have themes of flowers, landscapes, figures, antique cars and abstracts. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. 360-314-2474.

“Color and Light” by Eric Jacobsen, through July 31. Art on the Boulevard, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., Suite 300, Vancouver. As a plein-air painter, Eric Jacobsen works on-site with oils to capture the mood, light and color of a place. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 360-750-4499 or www.artontheboulevard.org

Eve Ellis-Carlson, through Aug. 1. Vinnie’s Pizza, 1000 Main St., Vancouver. Mixed media artist Eve Ellis-Carlson showcases a collection of small works that tell stories of the past. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 360-694-2500 or www.vinniespizzainc.com

“For the Love of Prints: works from Print Arts NW,” July 3-30. North Bank Artists Gallery, 1005 Main St., Vancouver. Artist Sharri LaPierre has curated an exhibit of work by 60 Northwest printmakers, highlighting contemporary talent and the depth of the medium. 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturdays. 360-693-1840 or www.northbankartistsgallery.com

Fort Vancouver Tapestry, July 3-12. Columbia Room, Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. The tapestry depicts the history of Clark County in 108 feet of hand-stitched embroidery. During its time on display, there will be demonstrations, activities and guided tours. Tapestry Spotlight, 6 p.m. July 10, will give visitors an up-close view of the panels and the history behind the stitches with presenters. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 3, 5, 10-12; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 6-9. 360-906-5000 or www.fvrl.org

Jill Baer and Robert Holczer, through July 31. Aurora Gallery, 1004 Main St., Vancouver. Jill Baer will showcase her artwork of indigenous peoples painted on wood planks. Robert Holczer creates pieces from an assemblage of items. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. 360-696-0449 or www.auroragalleryonline.com

Student artwork, 5 to 8 p.m. July 3. Vancouver City Hall Lobby, 415 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Work by students from Skyview High School, Gaiser and Discovery middle schools, and Riverview Elementary School will be on display, along with work by students from Joyo, Japan, Vancouver’s sister city. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. www.cityofvancouver.us/ourcity/page/public-art

“Tried and True” by Brian Scott, through July 31. Brickhouse Bar & Grill, 109 W. 15th St., Vancouver. Brain Scott creates portraits of vintage cars and objects using wood as his canvas and wood stain as his medium. First Friday Art Walk after-party, 9 p.m. to midnight, July 3. 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Mondays through Fridays and noon to 2 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays; 360-695-3686 or www.vancouverbrickhouse.com

“Wine and Other Wonders” by Sue Clancy, 4 to 8 p.m. July 3. Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway St., Vancouver. Sue Clancy creates whimsical portraits using hand-dyed paper, ink and acrylics. Her art can be found in institutions and private collections. Noon to 5 p.m. Satudays and Sundays. 360-695-3363 or www.burntbridgecellars.com

Camas

First Friday in Camas runs 5 to 8 p.m. with light refreshments, with additional activities in downtown businesses.

Bonnie and Ron Bellis, through July 31. Camas Gallery, 408 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Bonnie is a local watercolor artist whose work appears in national exhibits and private collections. Ron is a metal artist who works with recycled items to create sculpture. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. 360-817-2415 and facebook.com/camasgallery or www.camasgallery.com

Also opening

“Cruise In — to see Reflection Paintings” by Keith Russell, through July 31. Second Story Gallery, Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Keith Russell paints portraits of classic automobiles, capturing reflections in their surfaces with oil and acrylic. Artists Reception, 5 to 7 p.m. July 10, with music by Caryn Jamieson. Closed July 3-4. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. 360-834-4692 or www.secondstorygallery.org

Jim Martin and Susan Williams, through August. Duck Tales Kitchen, 612 N. Divine Road, Vancouver. A display of photography by Jim Martin and Susan Williams. Meet the Artists Reception, 5 to 7 p.m. July 6. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday; 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. 360-735-7932 or www.ducktaleskitchen.com