What: First Friday Closing Reception When: Friday, February 2, 2024, 5 - 7 pm The Teachers’ Talent show closes on February 11—which gives you just enough time to get some special gifts for your Valentine or Galentine. And we have some great choices for you to shop from! Come to the closing reception on First [...]
Holiday Sale Dates Announced SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY SIDEWALK SALE Saturday, November 25, Noon - 5 pmMAIN HOLIDAY SALE Saturday, December 9, Noon - 5 pmEXPANDED HOURS WEEK BEFORE XMAS Monday - Saturday, Dec. 18-23, Noon - 5 pm We are thrilled to announce the dates for our highly anticipated Holiday Sale this year. Mark your [...]
This Giving Tuesday, Give a Lifetime of Creativity So far in 2023, 218 young students have taken art classes of all kinds from The Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center. Some have taken our after-school classes at the center, others have taken them at SLV Elementary or Middle School, or through Ocean Grove Charter School. While [...]
IN THE THOMAS GALLERY 2024 will bring some new and fun challenges to artists participating in the Thomas Gallery exhibits. As usual, our first show will be judged, with awards for best interpretation of the theme. The exhibit is titled The Line and asks artists to explore how line is used in their artwork. Next is [...]
OUR CELEBRATION OF CERAMICS!SATURDAY, SEPT 30, 202311 AM - 5 PM Free fun for the whole family! It’s been a few years since we offered this popular free event. But, this year, we’re doing it again. Stop on by and help us celebrate ceramics on Saturday, September 30, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Watch [...]
We always say potters are picky people. As evidence, these are pots they consider “seconds” or imperfect. But, though they may not have turned out exactly the way the artist intended, they might be just perfect for you. And we guarantee you won’t find a better price on handmade art. So stop by and pick [...]
Join us this First Friday, August 4, for a book signing and reading by author (and Art Center member), Kathleen Ball. The reading will start at 6:00 pm. New Book and Documentary Illuminate Uncharted Chapter of Knights Templar History, Challenging Traditional Narratives and Inspiring a New Wave of Historical Research Templar Researcher and Ancient Site [...]
2023 Annual Report to the Membership The Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center has successfully delivered its Mission To Support and Encourage Art Through Education, Exhibition, and Culture Activities for another year. Three new members were appointed to the Board of Directors in April: Ann Scobie, Regina Firpo, and Henry Burnett. You will find their names [...]
You’re invited to a Pottery Slam! Come on down and have some muddy fun at the Santa Cruz Mountain Art Center Pottery Slam. Join us on First Friday, 7/7 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm as our two wheel throwing teachers compete to see who can triumph in the most outrageous skills tests. Challenge our pottery [...]
A brand-new kiln is on its way! Most of the equipment in our ceramics studio was either donated or purchased used. We’ve managed to keep it all running thanks to the hard work of volunteers like David Kurtz. But, with all the new teachers and classes we’re offering now, even new parts and David’s constant [...]
