In the spotlight is Alaya Vautier, an outstanding metal artist who lives and works in Santa Cruz. Alaya’s artisan jewelry reflects vibrant elements of nature and experiments with diverse textures, a collage of metals, and a mix of gems and stones. She creates unique pieces that are one-of-a-kind and never mass-produced. As well as showing […]
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Dylan Kelly – Pack Your Trash: Featured Artwork
Muralist, Dylan Kelly shares with us a new piece he just wrapped! Looking forward to seeing it, in person, soon! “I recently painted a large mural on the exterior wall of Brady’s to promote “Pack Your Trash” for the neighborhood surrounding Seabright.” “[I am a] muralist and boat enthusiast living near the scene harbor area.” […]
Views of the Cruz: Featured Exhibit
Santa Cruz has always been a place that inspires art, and there seems to be no better way to convey the natural beauty and creative vivacity of this region than through the eyes of local artists. To kick off 2017, the Santa Cruz Art League is presenting Views of the Cruz, an exhibition showcasing mixed […]
4 Ways to Connect with Local Art in 2017
It’s time to look forward to a new year with the vibrant art community of Santa Cruz County! This region continues to be an epicenter for all forms of creativity with diverse exhibits, performances, cuisine, and more planned throughout the months ahead. Here are a few of the many ways to connect with local art in 2017: […]
Give Art: 5 Galleries Selling Local Creativity
This holiday season, celebrate and support our creative Santa Cruz community by giving the gift of local art. Visit one of these 5 galleries where you can browse and buy from troves of artwork handmade by our many resident artists: THOMAS GALLERY AT THE SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAIN ARTS CENTER The Thomas Gallery in Ben Lomond […]
Art Artifacts – Last Week on Local Santa Cruz
Art Artifacts this week in Santa Cruz: Dec. 4 – Dec. 11, 2016 Instagram
Jeff Arnett: Featured Artist
Local artist Jeff Arnett shares some of his recent bronze sculptures. “My first bronzes were created while an art major at UC Santa Cruz in 1971. I came here in 1968 to attend UCSC. I graduated in 1972 with an art major, then in 1979 with a creative writing degree. I’ve lived here ever since.” Find out more […]
Going For Art– Last Week On Local Santa Cruz
Going For Art this week in Santa Cruz: Oct. 31 – Nov. 6, 2016 Go for the art and see this week’s featured artists and exhibitions! Instagram
Matt Miezio: Featured Artist
Featured Artist Matt Miezio shares about his work and connection to Santa Cruz: “My name is Matt Miezio and I am a Collage Artist / Graphic Designer based in Santa Cruz, CA. I primarily use vintage magazines, scissors, an X-acto, and glue to make my collage art. 90% of the material I use is sourced from […]
Ben Johnson: Featured Artist
Featured Artist Ben Johnson shares about his work and being a Santa Cruz Local: “I mostly paint large scale oil paintings but I do many different forms of art. I have a live/work studio at the Tannery.” “I have lived here my whole life. I went to Soquel High and then UCSC. This is a […]