First Friday is upon us, Santa Cruz! Check out our curated list of events going on all around town today. There’s a whole lot going on, so be sure to see the full list of First Friday events here.
A Figurative Affair 2015
The third Figurative Affair exhibition curated by Susan Hancey and Sefla Joseph will feature 19 local painters and sculptors, as well as live music from Minor Thirds Trio and hors d’oeuvres during the reception.
Where: R. Blitzer Gallery (2801 Mission Street)
When: 5pm – 9pm
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Cruzio Internet Presents: April Ink
Come and take a visual sample of Santa Cruz’s local tattoo artwork, featuring talent from O’Reilly’s Tattoo, Goodluck Tattoo, Mission Street Tattoo, Gilded Lily Tattoo, and Sacred Mud Henna Blessings. Cruzio partners with Allterra Solar, Santa Cruz Shakespeare, and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing Company to serve beer and wine, and will feature live music by Full Moon Rooster.
Where: Cruzio Internet (877 Cedar Steet, Suite 150)
When: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Watercolor – Central Coast Artists
View stunning works of watercolor that highlight both the natural beauty and the artistic talent of the Central California Coast.
Where: Santa Cruz Art League* (526 Broadway Street)
When: 12 pm – 9 pm
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*SCAL instructor, Joan Hellenthal, will also be displaying works at the Artisans Gallery (click for more info)
Typography, Tequila, & Tacos!
Live calligraphy and poetry are just a few activities going on at this event, which will feature an array of local artists at the scene including Ruth Korch, Jason Mark Jones, Matthew Wyne, Carl Rohrs, and Kevin Devaney (of The Art Bar & Cafe). Refreshments will be provided by Venus Spirits and Viva Organic Mexican Food.
Where: Cosmic (115 Cooper Street)
When: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Mary Altier
International travel photographer, Mary Altier showcases work collected from over 100 countries, documenting the symbiotic relationships of people and the places they thrive in.
Where: The True Olive Connection (106 Lincoln Street)
When: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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Sonia Calderon
Come explore the perceptually vast abstract paintings of Sonia Calderon at the newest winery in town.
Where: Stockwell Cellars [entrance is located on the Ingalls St. side of the building] (1100 Fair Avenue)
When: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Ron Meadow
Nationally-renowned, multi-medium artist, Ron Meadow displays their graceful and sensual flower paintings.
Where: Pure Pleasure (204 Church Street)
When: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Chloe Martinez
Inspired by poster art and graphic design studies, visual artist Chloe Martinez displays a myriad of amusing yet tasteful images through a female gaze.
Where: Stripe (107 Walnut Ave)
When: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Janina A. Larenas
The UC Santa Cruz artist is showing a variety of illustrations, from book art to hand-printed stickers.
Where: Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios (118 Coral Street)
When: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
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