Summer Blooms, a new duo exhibition at Gallery Los Olivos, premieres on Thursday, June 3, and is currently slated to run through Wednesday, June 30. This exhibit showcases a variety of plein air paintings by local pastelists Kris Buck (whose work is pictured) and Deborah Breedon. To find out more about the show, call the […]
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Art Spot on Wheels brings Painting in the Vineyard event to Ca’ Del Grevino Estate Winery
Ca’ Del Grevino Estate Winery in Santa Maria will host Painting in the Vineyard, an outdoor pop-up art studio event provided by Art Spot on Wheels (formerly known as Gypsy Studios), on Saturday, June 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $75, which includes all art supplies necessary and a complimentary tasting of […]
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Currently featured at SLOMA and soon-to-be showcased at the Santa Maria Airport, Denise Gimbel discusses her latest abstract paintings
What usually gets abstract artist Denise Gimbel inspired to paint is simply whatever is surrounding her at the moment, even when said surroundings are shifting at a rapid pace—outside her car window on the highway for example. “I started noticing all the lovely barns along my recent drives up and down the coast and appreciated […]
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Wildling Museum presents new student exhibition, Solvang School: Bird Studies
The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature in Solvang premiered a new virtual exhibit, Solvang School: Bird Studies, on May 14, which showcases a collection of bird paintings by middle school students enrolled in Solvang School’s art and science elective class. The featured artworks in the exhibit were created while the students took part in […]
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Pioneer Valley High School students showcased during Congressional Art Competition
Two Pioneer Valley High School students, Javier Hernandez and Hunter McCormick, recently participated in Congressman Salud Carbajal’s 2021 Congressional Art Competition (CA-24). Both students’ submissions, Hernandez’s Let’s Get Over This Together (pictured) and McCormick’s A Far Away Place, were chosen to be showcased in the competition’s virtual gallery, while Hernandez was announced as the second […]
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New Times Media holds annual Winning Images Photo Contest
New Times Media Group is inviting local photographers to enter its 26th annual Winning Images Photography Contest. The deadline to submit photographs is Wednesday, June 2, by 5 p.m. The entry fee is $10 per photo. All entry fees roll back into cash prizes for the winners in each category. Visit newtimesslo.com for submission and […]
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Rachel Boston, founder of Brie Happy Charcuterie, offers customizable, decorative charcuterie to Central Coast residents
Growing up as the daughter of two business owners, Santa Maria local and lifelong foodie Rachel Boston had always hoped to start a business of her own one day. The only question was what? “It has been a huge dream of mine, but the question always was what should I do that I am passionate […]
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Limited to 25 percent capacity, Disneyland is back in business with fewer crowds than ever
In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death, taxes, and long lines at Disneyland. Benjamin Franklin may not have lived long enough to assert the third premise, but I’m sure the folks over at the Haunted Mansion can attest to the late statesman rolling in his grave over it. For the […]
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PCPA seeks low-cost housing for incoming students, guest artists
The Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) is seeking low-cost housing opportunities in Santa Maria to offer incoming students and guest artists. Requirements include a bedroom with bed provided, a private or shared bathroom, and access to an on-site kitchen and laundry facilities. Walking distance to the PCPA headquarters at Allan Hancock College is preferred, but not […]
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Santa Maria Airport holds new abstract exhibit in June, showcasing artist Denise Gimbel
On Tuesday, June 8, a new exhibition showcasing abstract nature paintings by contemporary artist Denise Gimbel (whose work is pictured to the right) will debut at the Santa Maria Airport. This solo exhibit is presented by the Valley Art Gallery and is scheduled to remain on display through the end of July. For more info […]
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Central Coast artists sought for Water Colors 2021 Storm Drain Mural Project
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and Utilities Department are seeking artists to apply to join the Water Colors 2021 Storm Drain Mural Project, in which selected artists will design and paint sidewalk murals at five of the city’s storm drains. This public art project is part of the city’s education and outreach efforts […]
