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The artists’ eye

PHOTO COURTESY OF ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE

The artists’ eye

Allan Hancock College’s Ann Foxworthy gallery presents its annual Fine Arts Student Art Show. The exhibit showcases the works of the fine arts department’s students in several media. Paintings, pastels, sculpture, and more are all featured as part of the exhibit that showcases the diverse and skilled talent at Allan Hancock College.

Allan Hancock College’s Ann Foxworthy Gallery presents the annual Fine Arts Student Art Show on display through Feb. 24. Call for times. Come to Ann Foxworthy Gallery, 800 S. College, Santa Maria. More info: 922-6966, Ext. 3252, or hancockcollege.edu.

Art of Africa

PHOTO COURTESY OF LOMPOC MUSEUM

Art of Africa

The Lompoc Museum presents the works of an African weaving artist Ester La Pollo. She’s from the small African nation of Eritrea, and her art is heavily influenced by the culture’s art. The show features baskets, figures, and hats, all woven with colorful materials and an expert eye.

The Lompoc Museum’s presentation of “Weaving Through Africa,” showing through Feb. 29, has an opening reception on Feb. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum, 200 South H St., Lompoc. More info: 736-3888 or lompocmuseum.org.

Get oriented

PHOTO COURTESY ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE

Get oriented

Allan Hancock College invites all students, new and returning, to attend the “Bulldog Bow-Wow!” orientation event at its Lompoc and Santa Maria campuses. The events will feature information about student services, academic programs, and student services. There will also be free food and entertainment for all students present.

Allan Hancock College presents the “Bulldog Bow-Wow!” orientation event at the Lompoc Valley Center Feb. 7 and Santa Maria campus Feb. 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. More info: 922-6966, Ext. 3229, or hancockcollege.edu.