Gallery Los Olivos is holding its annual New Perspectives show to introduce its newest artists to the community. Artists include pencil artist Alice Joy Murphy (work pictured), mosaic artist Michele Knecht, photographer George Rose, oil painter Renee Kelleher, and pastel artists Jo-Neal Boic and Carrie Givens. The show will run from Feb. 1 through Feb. […]
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Discovery Museum seeks artists for Nat Fast Day
The Discovery Museum in Santa Maria is seeking artists for Nat Fast Free Children’s Art Day on Jan. 27. The museum is looking for creative, patient people to teach children hands-on art projects throughout the day. A materials and time stipend of $100 is offered to participating artists. The day is split into two shifts […]
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Photographer Lee-Volker Cox brings Imagine to the Santa Maria Public Library
A dog stands on a dimly lit pier, his gaze caught by something behind him. In the milky glow of the lamplight, a tennis ball is barely visible beside him. The moment is filled with a rich bounty of expression and sentiment. “The dog is about 12 or 13 years old and he can’t walk […]
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Joellen and Tom Chrones’ featured in His and Hers art show
Tom and Joellen Chrones met through their artistic endeavors, setting up a lifelong mutual bond. “We met each other at the first photo club that was in town in Lompoc,” Joellen Chrones said. “That was 40 years ago.” While Joellen moved on to glass and knitwork as an artist, Tom, a retired fire captain for […]
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Arts commission seeks feedback for housing survey
The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture is currently seeking feedback from the arts community regarding housing. The commission is asking for participants to complete one of two surveys–one for artists and employees of arts organizations and the other for organizations themselves–regarding temporary artist housing. The survey aims to help identify solutions and […]
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Local poets find their voice in North Santa Barbara County
It’s a dark space that’s standing-room only. The only sounds come from behind the podium, a quiet stirring from a winery tasting room worker as she slowly pours another glass for a patron at the bar. The audience is hushed, eager for the moment when it starts. “I worshiped dad’s tale– the middle son seeking […]
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Solvang hosts Julefest Wine and Beer Walk
The city of Solvang will celebrate the annual Julefest with a two-day beer and wine walk. The walk features more than 15 winery and brewery tasting rooms throughout Solvang. For $45, festivalgoers will receive a two-day pass good for tastings in participating tasting rooms as well as a souvenir wine glass. The event takes […]
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DANA Adobe Cultural Center hosts Milford Zornes exhibit
Nipomo’s DANA Adobe Cultural Center presents a collection of work from renowned California painter Milford Zornes through Jan. 27. Zornes, who who was born in Oklahoma in 1908 and died in 2008, is famous for his unique style and color use in paintings depicting iconic landscapes in California. One of his paintings, a 1936 watercolor […]
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Kick it root down: Chef Crystal ‘Pink’ DeLongpré quietly re-enters Solvang’s culinary scene with an intriguing new menu
At the top of the new fall menu at Root 246 is a famous quote from beloved chef and television personality Julia Child. “People who love to eat are always the best people.” The quote is a fitting kickoff not just for the menu but for the chef behind its execution. Chef Crystal “Pink” DeLongpré, […]
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Flying Goat Winery hosts Katie Marie solo show
Patrons of Flying Goat Cellars tasting room in Lompoc might spot a familiar name behind the new artwork that’s currently featured on the walls. Katie Marie, artist and surfer, works part time in the winery, which is known as a forum for local artists to display their artwork. Marie’s work will be highlighted in a […]
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Artwork at the Santa Maria Public Airport District shows a diverse group of visionary artists
The holiday season has brought with it a new series of artwork at the Santa Maria Public Airport, with a lot of new pieces from local artists. The show is curated by the Valley Art Gallery in Orcutt and features many of the nonprofit’s members. One of the first things I was immediately impressed by […]
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Santa Ynez hosts Mongol Derby rider
The Santa Ynez Historical Museum presents a firsthand account of the annual Mongol Derby, presented by Michael Turner on Dec. 14. Turner was the ninth place winner of the annual derby, which features riders from around the world racing across the steppe of Mongolia. The race is the longest and considered the most grueling in […]