Welcome to the Morro Bay Art Association and its member gallery.
Art Center Morro Bay
Where we connect art lovers with artists.
“The love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art.”
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Art Center Morro Bay Events
Kids Summer Art learning about Australia
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm
3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will be studying the ART, Geography, and the Culture ofAustralia through Literature, Videos (Technology), and the ARTS!
Students will be creating the following AUSTRALIAN Masterpieces:
*Aboriginal Hand Art with acrylics
*Oil Pastel Koala Bears
*Australian Rainsticks with feathers & acrylics
WHAT: Australia
WHEN: July 16
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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The Morros
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Reception: Sunday, June 30, 2-4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present, The Morros, a collection of paintings in all media and styles that capture the color and energy of Morro Rock and sister formations.
This event is a celebration of the Nine Sisters or the Morros, a chain of volcanic mountains and hills that span east from Morro Bay, through San Luis Obispo County. Locals will debate whether there are seven sisters or nine in this family of geological formations. In fact, there may be more than fifteen peaks belonging to this string of volcanic plugs.
During this exhibit, Art Center Morro Bay will feature glass sculptor, George Jercich. George’s characteristic, hand blown glass sculptures, capture the spirit of Morro Bay and the Central Coast. George graduated from San Jose State University in 1984 with his MFA in Sculpture/Plastic Arts. He travelled throughout the USA, Europe and Asia seeking experiences in glass. He attended Pilchuck Glass School, the Interglas Symposium in Novy Bor, Czechoslovakia, participated in American/Thai Cultural Exchange Programs and co-instructed glassblowing at Ox-Bow Summer School of the Arts (SAIC). George, a member of Central Coast Sculptor Group(CCSG), is also the co-founder of the California Glass Exchange. George instructed glassblowing, glass forming, 3D design and sculpture courses at Cal Poly for over 35 years.
The Morros will be on display from June 27 through August 5, 2019. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Sunday, June 30, 2pm-4pm. This event is free and open to the public.
Art Center Morro Bay is open from 12pm – 4pm daily.
WHAT: The Morros
WHEN: June 27 through August 5, 2019
RECEPTION: June 30, 2 – 4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Call for Artists Annual Juried Exhibit 2019
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
CALL FOR ARTISTS
DEADLINE FOR ENTRY - AUGUST 1, 2019
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present it’s 3rd Annual Juried Exhibition.
WHAT: Annual Juried Exhibition
WHEN: September 19 through October 29, 2019
RECEPTION: Sunday, September 22, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
This juried event is a collective of exceptional paintings spanning the United States. Many of the artists are internationally acclaimed. In addition, MBAA will feature the three dimensional art of Guyla Amyx.
We are fortunate to have award winning artist, Dennis Curry, as the judge for this celebrated event.
Judge of Awards:
Dennis Curry is a professional artist of international fame. Dennis served in the United States Army, 25th Infantry Division’s Combat Artists program in 1966 where he documented combat experiences from an artist’s perspective.
Upon returning to the U.S., Dennis attended Santa Monica College where he learned original printmaking. He traveled to East Africa and co-founded Duma Safaris with a friend and publisher, Christopher Law. This life changing experience afforded him the pleasure of introducing others to the great game areas that forever influenced his love of nature.
Following an introduction to the contemporary printmaking of Mylar Lithography, he founded Blue Berry Press, located in Cambria, CA., later becoming known for his work in the traditional, intaglio mediums of etching and engraving. Later, moving away from printmaking and wildlife, Dennis began working in the more traditional medium of oil painting to capture the light and color of the landscapes on location and in the studio.
Dennis has significantly contributed to conservation work around the world and his graphics are widely collected nationally and internationally.
Dennis relayed, “While much art of the past has dealt with the glories and follies of humankind, I feel a need to portray nature for its own sake with the hope of promoting value and respect for our unique planet and the varied form of life with which we share it.”
Dennis is a current member of Society of Animal Artists, Artists for Conservation and San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment.
Image Courtesy: Robin Mize, Cone Zone©
ARTISTS: LOOK FOR THE PROSPECTUS FOR ENTRY INTO THIS EXHIBIT:
artcentermorrobay.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/All-Media-Juried-Show-Prospectus-2019-2-18-19.pdf
WHAT: Annual Juried Exhibition
WHEN: DEADLINE FOR ENTRY, AUGUST 1, 2019
Exhibit dates: September 19 through October 29, 2019
RECEPTION: Sunday, September 22, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Creativity
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE and Open to the Public
We welcome you to join the Creativity Group at Art Center Morro Bay. Creativity is held each Wednesday from 10:30 am – 3:00 pm unless other events/classes conflict. FREE, informal and open to the public. Meet in the activity room of Art Center Morro Bay. Bring your art work, in any medium, and join others working in various mediums. Bring your lunch and stay for the whole time, or come and go as it works for you. No pre registration needed.
CONTACT: Ann 805-534-9708
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
WHEN: Wednesdays 10:30am - 3pm
COST: Free
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Kids Summer Art - China
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm
3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will be learning about the ARTS, Geography, and Culture of the people in China using the ARTS, Literature, & Videos (Technology). Students will be creating Chinese Ming Watercolor/Tempura Vases, Feather Dragon Puppets, and Chinese Acrylic Roosters.
WHAT: China
WHEN: July 18, 2019
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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Friday Life Drawing
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FRIDAY LIFE DRAWING
Learn drawing fundamentals, values and composition, in a creative atmosphere designed to concentrate on drawing the human figure. Live models are afforded in this relaxed environment, appropriate for all skill levels. Artists provide their own art materials. Pre-registration is not required and drop-ins are welcome.
Image courtesy of Larry Armstrong
WHAT: Friday Life Drawing
WHERE: Morro Bay Recreation Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $10. Per session
WHEN: Fridays, 9am – 12pm
CONTACT: Bob Rodger 805-528-4248
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Zen Doodle Adult Coloring Book Club
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE and Open to the Public
Drop-in for the Adult coloring book club! Open to all community members. Relax and unwind with the new Adult coloring books! Learn the latest doodle craze called Zen Doodle. Anyone can do it, no experience necessary! Bring your own coloring books or get started with a page from ours.
WHEN: Friday mornings 10am - 11:30am
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: Free and open to the public
For more information visit www.artcentermorrobay.org or call 805-772-2504
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Resin Workshop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Your choice - create a scene in an 11" x 14" frame or make two resin necklaces!
Joan will bring a huge assortment of shells, colored beach glass and glitter to design your scene. Choose a white frame or two metal necklace bezels for your base. After your scene is complete, you will encase it in glistening resin.Preregistration is required at www.CreativeMeTime.com or by calling 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Resin Workshop
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street
WHEN: Saturday, July 20, 10 am – 12 pm
COST: $55
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Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how to drill holes in sea glass, how to harden, strengthen and texturize wire to create a gorgeous jewelry set.
No experience necessary. Everything is provided for the project including local sea glass, use of tools in the class, wire and jewelry findings. Joan will demonstrate how to drill holes then you choose from sea glass she has pre-drilled to create your jewelry. Preregistration is required at www.CreativeMeTime.com or by calling 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street
WHEN: Sunday, July 21, 10am – 12pm
COST: $55
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Kids Summer Art France
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm
3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will explore the Geography and Culture of France through the use of Literature, Technology(videos), and the ARTS! Students will be creating the following masterpieces from FRANCE: *Newspaper Rod Eiffel Tower *Edgar Degas - Foil Ballerina Sculpture *Field of Tulips in Acrylics
WHAT: France
WHEN: July 23, 2019
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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Kids Summer Art Italy
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm
3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will explore the Geography and Culture of Italy through the use of Literature, Technology (videos), and the ARTS! Students will be creating the following masterpieces from ITALY:
*Lemon Basket with Oil Pastels & Crayola Sharpies *Pizza Party & Papercraft *Mona Lisa Drawing “Where would you take her to make you smile?”
WHAT: Italy
WHEN: July 25, 2019
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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Astrophotography Adding Light to Your Milky Way Images
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Art Center Morro Bay is pleased to welcome gifted photography instructor, Brady Cabe. Brady’s monthly classes and workshops will focus on the use of camera equipment and settings in the classroom or on site. Check each class description for location and recommended equipment.
SUMMARY: This workshop provides a complete Milky Way photography experience, with an emphasis on Milky Way capture, star trails, and light painting. On day one we’ll spend the evening photographing the night sky – going over location planning, best practices, and answering all your astrophotography questions. Day two consists of post-processing where we will dive into our photos from the night before and learn to assemble star trail images.
RECOMMENDED GEAR:
Digital Camera with interchangeable lenses
Wide angle, wide aperture lens; i.e. Rokinon 14mm f/2.8
Sturdy Tripod
Flash or LED light (limited demo flash units available)
Remote shutter release (simple is best)
WHEN: July 26, 8 PM-Midnight & July 27, 2019 3-6 PM
WHERE: Meet at Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay CA 93442 and caravan to site
COST: $350. MBAA Members or $360 for Non-Members
REGISTER: Pre-register at www.artcentermorrobay.org or artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
May cancel registration up to 7 days of scheduled workshop for full refund.
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Zentangle©
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
OPEN TO MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Zentangle© with certified instructor, Debbie Gedayloo.
The Zentangle Method© of mindful creation is a way to relax, focus and expand one’s imagination. Through guided systematic patterns, students learn to trust their creativity, increase awareness, respond confidently to the unexpected and discover the fun and healing in creative expression.
Incorporating a practice of Zentangle© allows for increased neuroplasticity and youthfulness in the brain. Anyone can feel successful and confident with the practice. If you can write the letters: I, C, S, O…you can follow the patterns. The underlying theories and systematic approach in the Zentangle Method© allow the participants to quiet the mind and focus, one stroke at a time.
Debbie has practiced the art of Zentangle© for four years stating, “Often when sitting in meditation, I simply can’t quiet my mind and I bounce all over the place in my head. But, when I put the pen to the Zentangle© tile, the outside stimuli fade away and my entire being becomes quiet.” Debbie believes in the healing potential of this method and is excited to teach others how to tap into the hidden wisdom in each of us!
Zentangle© is non-representational and unplanned so you can focus on each stroke and not worry about the result. Join certified Zentangle© instructor, Debbie Gedayloo for monthly, celebratory and meditative art.
Feb 17, 10am - 1pm
March 10, 10am - 1pm
April 16, 5:30 - 8pm
May 5, 10am - 1pm
June 1, 10am - 1pm
July 28, 10am - 1pm
Aug 31, 10am - 1pm
Sept 15, 10am - 1pm
Nov 9, 10am - 1pm
Dec 1, 10am - 1pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
WHEN: Ongoing monthly classes
COST: FIRST TIME STUDENTS: MBAA Members $35. Non Members $37. ((First time students are provided Zentangle© bag, pen, pencil, tortillon, tiles and instructions and extras)
ONGOING STUDENTS: MBAA Members $20. Non Members $22. (Bring your own art supplies)
CONTACT: www.artcentermorrobay.org or 805-772-2504
PRE-REGISTRATION: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
May cancel registration up to 2 days of scheduled class for full refund.
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Childrens Art print making
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
6-8yrs 9am-12pm
9-13yrs6 1pm – 4pm
Katrina Osborne is originally from Minnesota and has resided on the Central Coast for 13 years. Katrina taught art for two years at Templeton Elementary and during the last 12 years has taught art at Morro Bay High School including, design, drawing, painting, and ceramics.
Students will learn the process of printmaking, including developing a reverse image, creating the impressed image, inking, rolling, and printing. Students will have the opportunity to turn their prints into greeting cards, Andy Warhol inspired posters, and more.
(some items may need to possibly be allowed dry time and can be picked up August 1st class)
Time:
6-8yrs 9am-12pm
9-13yrs 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504
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Childrens Class self portraits
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
6-8yrs 9am-12pm
9-13yrs6 1pm – 4pm
Katrina Osborne is originally from Minnesota and has resided on the Central Coast for 13 years. Katrina taught art for two years at Templeton Elementary and during the last 12 years has taught art at Morro Bay High School including, design, drawing, painting, and ceramics.
Students will use a variety of 2-D media (crayon, marker, pencil, colored pencil, watercolor etc…) to create a self portrait. They will be guided through a step by step process of drawing each feature while discussing proportion and placement. We will be reviewing various styles of artists self portraits to inspire creativity and self expression in their own portrait.
Time:
6-8yrs 9am-12pm
9-13yrs 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504
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Old World Painting and drawing with Jason Mayr
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
This bi-weekly oil painting class is a 10 month course through November, beginning with drawing techniques and progressing through black and white, limited palette to full palette.
All levels of ability and experience are welcome.
Each class consists of a video lesson and 3 reference images (a landscape, portrait and still life) that are emailed before the class at Morro Bay Art Center. The student can choose to paint one or all of the reference images or work from their own reference. Class time is spent painting with direction and feedback from Jason. Following the class another video will be delivered, Friday Feedback where we look at a students work and see how the lesson might be applied to make the painting even more beautiful. Each lesson/block ends with Monday Morning Inspiration (video emailed) where a master painting is examined and broken down to give the artist ideas of how the lesson was used to create that masterpiece.
The reference images are the same images for both lessons/blocks in that month. This allows the artist time to develop a painting. We ask for students to please sign up ahead of time so that the reference images and video lesson may be sent out before class time.
For a 2019 Course Description visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
Register by contacting Jason Mayr at (805) 234-6941 or email: jasonmayrfineart@gmail.com
WHAT: Old World Painting and Drawing with Oil
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442, 805-772-2504
WHEN: Mondays (twice a month) 9:00am - 1:00pm, beginning February 4, 2019
COST: $35.00 MBAA members or $40.00 for non-members
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Art Center Morro Bay is open 12-4pm daily
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Africa
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm
3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will explore the Geography and Culture of Africa through Literature, Technology(videos), and the ARTS! Students will be creating the following masterpieces from Africa: *Sample Mixed-Medium Kente Cloth *Multimedia Masks *Oil Pastel People *Aboriginal Hand Art with Acrylics
WHAT: Africa
WHEN: August 6
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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Thru the Lens II
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Thru the Lens II. This juried exhibition is a collection of fine art photography, featuring gifted photographers throughout the Central Coast.
Judge of Awards:
We are fortunate to have photographer and instructor, Brady Cabe as judge for this celebrated event. Brady is a seasoned photographer who enjoys the outdoors. With both feet and tripod in the water, he captures wildlife, a sunset, or the Milky Way late into the night. His passion for photographing the night sky overflows into summertime astrophotography.
Brady’s passion for photography has grown into sharing with others through astrophotography, sunset, and wildlife photography workshops. Teaching has caused Brady to reverse engineer everything he does. This process has guided his curriculum into simplified, step by step processes that make photography accessible for every skill level.
Brady states, “I’m a nature and landscape photographer based on the Central Coast of California, with a passion for sharing. I’m a bird nerd, a seal whisperer, a half marathon finisher, poker shark, Milky Way fanatic, and lover of chocolate.”
Featured 3D Artist:
Featured 3D artists, Giselle Massey grew up in Los Osos, CA., where the Central Coast became a constant source of inspiration for her work. Her love of creativity and self expression blossomed into an art filled passion. Childhood summers spent outdoors in barefoot freedom have forever bonded her to the surrounding ecosystem. Perhaps it’s no surprise that the same plants and flowers she enjoyed during her childhood, are a recurring theme in her work.
“One of my passions is to bring art into everyday moments of life with functional ceramics like mugs, planters, and bowls. I carve and texture nearly every piece I make, often leaving portions of clay bare as a part of the design to be enjoyed by hands as well as eyes”.
Whether you are attending this remarkable exhibit to observe or to purchase, you are in for a delight! Thru the Lens II, an exhibit of fine art photography will be on display from August 8, through September 16, 2019. The opening reception is Aug 11, 2019, 2-4pm. This event is free and open to the public.
Artists interested in entering this show: Please find the rules of entry in the prospectus on the exhibit schedule: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/gallery/current-exhibit/exhibit-schedule/
Image curtesy of Brady Cabe
WHAT: Thru the Lens II
WHEN: August 8 – September 16, 2019
RECEPTION: Aug 11, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
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India
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
August 8- Kids Summer Art
K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Mandy Covish, Elementary School Teacher for ongoing art classes designed to reach children between Kindergarten and 6th grades.
Mandy has taught primarily 2nd and 3rd grade levels in the Merced City School District and Clovis Unified School district. With her recent relocation to the Central Coast she is eager to begin teaching on the Central Coast. Mandy taught GATE students (Gifted and Talented Education) for seven years, emphasizing on the arts as a vehicle to promote higher thought processes. She worked as the Reading Intervention Teacher and successfully implemented a fluency and comprehension program through Read Naturally, Soar to Success, Seeing Stars utilizing appropriate leveled books for grades K-6.
Students will explore the Geography and the Culture of India through Literature, Technology (Videos), and the ARTS! Students will be creating the following masterpieces from India:
*Henna Hands with Oil pastels & Crayola permanent
markers *Birds of India with acrylics *Watercolor/Crayola permanent marker Elephants
WHAT: India
WHEN: August 8
TIMES: K-2nd Graders 9am-12pm; 3rd-6th Graders 1pm – 4pm
COST: $20.00 per session
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, Activities Room, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Preregistration is required: Contact Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504 or online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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CCWS Annual Member Exhibit
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
RECEPTION: August 11, 2019, 2-4pm
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The Central Coast Watercolor Society is proud to present their annual juried, water media exhibition, hosted by Morro Bay Art Association.
Don’t miss this special event! Whether you are attending this exhibit to observe or to find that perfect painting for yourself or as a gift, you are in for a delight. The CCWS annual water media exhibit will be on display August 8 – September 16, 2019. Meet the artists at the opening reception, Sunday. August 11, 2019, 2-4pm
This event is free and open to the public. Art Center Morro Bay is open 12 – 4pm daily.
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WHAT: Central Coast Watercolor Society
WHEN: August 8 – September 16, 2019
RECEPTION: August 11, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Art Walk Friday
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Art Center Morro Bay, Gallery at Marina Square, Seven Sisters Gallery and Paula Radke Art Glass join together to celebrate Artwalk Fridays!
Enjoy beautiful Summer evening, the second Friday of July and August, 5pm - 8pm.
Board a trolly or walk to participating galleries.
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Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how to drill holes in sea glass, how to harden, strengthen and texturize wire to create a gorgeous jewelry set.
No experience necessary. Everything is provided for the project including local sea glass, use of tools in the class, wire and jewelry findings. Joan will demonstrate how to drill holes then you choose from sea glass she has pre-drilled to create your jewelry. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, August 10
10 am - 12 pm
COST: $55
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Mosaic - Choose Your Project
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Choose your project from the exciting selections such as a mosaic rock, a heart, a trivet, stepping stone, etc. All projects are super simple and perfect for a beginner. Everything is provided to complete the project including use of tools, the base piece, broken china pieces, baubles, glue, grout and instruction. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Mosaics - Choose Your Project
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 10
1 pm - 4 pm
COST: $45-$90
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Painting with Wool-Needle and Wet-Felting Fiber Art
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration in wool-needle and wet-felting fiber art, by Debbie Gedayloo.
Debbie has a 30-year history of teaching art to adults and children. While teaching English as a second language, Debbie used visual art to help educate her students. Her love of creativity and self expression blossomed into fiber art. “Wool is such a tactile medium with a personality that yearns to be drawn forth”. Debbie designed and painted a cow for the 2016 San Luis Obispo County Cow Parade and has participated in Imadonnari street painting festivals in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Temecula, Carlsbad, Laguna Niguel, Ventura and Prescott.
During this demonstration, Debbie will engage participants in a lively discussion and hands on exploration of needle felting. She will give an overview of techniques used in wet felting, sculpture and fiber painting.
If you’ve wondered how to create fiber paintings using wool and other fibers, don’t miss this opportunity to see how it’s done!
WHAT: Painting with Wool-Needle and Wet-Felting Fiber Art
WHEN: Monday, August 12, 2019, 3-5pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcnetermorrobay.org
COST: Free and open to the public
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Watercolor Wet and Wild
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Art Center Morro Bay is happy to host a new watercolor class designed for beginner to advanced. Classes will be ongoing and feature various instructors. For more information, please contact Alice Isaac, 805-225-1286.
WHAT: Watercolor – Wet and Wild
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
WHEN: Thursdays, 9am – 12pm.
COST: $25. Members or $30. Non Members
CONTACT: Alice Isaac, 805-225-1286, morrobayisaac@gmail.com
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Field of Light Excursion
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
HURRY, ONLY 3 SEATS LEFT!
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a Dinner and Excursion to the Field of Light Installation by Bruce Munro at Sensorio, located in Paso Robles, CA.
Internationally acclaimed artist, Bruce Munro, will premier his largest artwork to date!
This enormous multi acre Field of Light exhibit will use an array of over 58,800 stemmed spheres, lit by fiber-optics to gently illuminate the landscape in subtle blooms of dazzling color that describe the undulating landscape.
Powered by solar, this stunning walk through experience will captivate!
Smithsonian Magazine has called Munro’s art “stunning,” while The Guardian noted, “This is art you feel, rather than art you view.”
Begin a fabulous evening with a family style Italian dinner at Art Center Morro Bay! Bring the family. Leave the driving to us and travel in comfort aboard a luxury tour bus. Then, it’s off to Sensorio for an experience of a lifetime!
You won’t want to miss this astonishing light installation by Bruce Munro!
UK installation: www.brucemunro.co.uk/installations/field-of-light/
Pre-registration is required. Refunds will be given for cancellations made 7 days prior to excursion with the exception of a $20.00 non-refundable, registration fee.
WHAT: Dinner & Excursion Bruce Munro – Field of Light
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: Thursday, August 15, 2019.
TIME: 5-6pm Dinner at Art Center Morro Bay followed by Excursion to Field of Light - Return approximately 9:30pm
CONTACT: (805)772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
COST: $68.00 for MBAA members $75.00 non-members
PRICE INCLUDES: DINNER, TRANSPORTATION, PARKING, ADMISSION, TAX AND SERVICE FEES to FIELD OF LIGHT.
REGISTER: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
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Resin Workshop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Your choice - create a scene in an 11" x 14" frame or make two resin necklaces!
Joan will bring a huge assortment of shells, colored beach glass and glitter to design your scene. Choose a white frame or two metal necklace bezels for your base. After your scene is complete, you will encase it in glistening resin.Preregistration is required at www.CreativeMeTime.com or by calling 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Resin Workshop
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 17 10 am – 12 pm
COST: Various
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Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how to drill holes in sea glass, how to harden, strengthen and texturize wire to create a gorgeous jewelry set.
No experience necessary. Everything is provided for the project including local sea glass, use of tools in the class, wire and jewelry findings. Joan will demonstrate how to drill holes then you choose from sea glass she has pre-drilled to create your jewelry. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, August 17
1 pm - 3 pm
COST: $45
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Succulents - Choose Your Project
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how easy it is to create with succulents. Choose from two sizes of round moss wreaths or a grapevine wreath or make a Wood Succulent Vertical Garden. Care instructions are provided so your succulent projects thrive for a very long time.
Everything's included - Use of tools, beautiful, locally grown succulents, wreath forms or wood vertical planter and use of tools - so all you do is sign-up, create and enjoy! Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Succulent Workshop - Choose Your Project
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 18
Astrophotography Adding Light to Your Milky Way Images
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Art Center Morro Bay is pleased to welcome gifted photography instructor, Brady Cabe. Brady’s monthly classes and workshops will focus on the use of camera equipment and settings in the classroom or on site. Check each class description for location and recommended equipment.
This class material offers a complete Milky Way photography experience, with an emphasis on Milky Way capture, star trails, and meteor showers. On day one we’ll spend the evening photographing the Perseid Meteor Shower – going over location planning, best practices, and answering all your astrophotography questions. Day two consists of post-processing where we will dive into our photos from the night before and learn to assemble star trail images.
RECOMMENDED GEAR:
Digital Camera with interchangeable lenses
Wide angle, wide aperture lens; i.e. Rokinon 14mm f/2.8
Sturdy Tripod
Remote shutter release (simple is best)
WHEN: August 23, 8 PM-Midnight & August 24, 2019 2-5 PM
WHERE: Meet at Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St, Morro Bay CA 93442 and caravan to site
COST: $350. MBAA Members or $360 for Non-Members
REGISTER: Pre-register at www.artcentermorrobay.org or artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
May cancel registration up to 7 days of scheduled workshop for full refund.
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Mosaic - Choose Your Project
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Choose your project from the exciting selections such as a mosaic rock, a heart, a trivet, stepping stone, etc. All projects are super simple and perfect for a beginner. Everything is provided to complete the project including use of tools, the base piece, broken china pieces, baubles, glue, grout and instruction. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Mosaics - Choose Your Project
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 25
1 pm - 4 pm
COST: $45-$90
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Let's Play with Color
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present Let’s Play with Color, a watercolor workshop with award winning artist, Nancy Collins.
Nancy has spent more than 40 years making art. She’s executed everything from sculpture to print making, but her true love is watercolor. Nancy utilizes bold, brilliant color in her paintings, creating contrasting values that appear to glow with light.
Nancy’s work has been exhibited around the globe. She has been featured in shows for Art in the Embassy, Mendocino International Music Festival, Mendocino Art Center, Stanford University, Fioli Gardens, Scharffenberger Cellars, Little River Inn and many more. Nancy’s work has been published in numerous magazines to include, American Artist Magazine, Watercolor Magic, Mendocino Arts Magazine, Splash and How Did You Paint That Volume 6.
During this workshop, Nancy will give a short lecture about color, properties and combinations. You will then work on a simple project of your own using the information given during the lecture. Nancy has a hands-on approach that will add to lot’s of individual instruction. Nancy will help you understand which colors are pushy or sticky and which colors work well together. She will provide a list of colors that normally make mud but happen to work well together on paper.
If you’ve thought about making a move to vibrant watercolor paintings that seem to pop off the paper or want to learn how to make your paintings sparkle, don’t miss this fun and informative workshop! This workshop is appropriate for beginner to advanced.
First 7 sign ups receive a Nancy Collins DVD, a 47 min class about color. This DVD is not the same information provided in this workshop.
WHAT: Let’s Play with Color
WHEN: Monday August 26th – Tuesday August 27th, 2019, 10am – 4pm
COST: $225. MBAA Members, $250. Non-Members
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Pre-registration is required, contact: Art Center Morro Cay (805) 772-2504 Register Online at: www.artcentermorrobay.org or artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
MATERIAL LIST: Gail Martin, gailm1314@gmail.com or 805-234-8766
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Avocado and Margarita Festival Earrings
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Come make awesome avocado or margarita glass earrings between 10:00 - 12:00. They are super simple to make and perfect for any age. You'll trace the images onto shrink plastic, color them with markers and bake them for a couple of minutes. You'll add fish hook earring wires and you're done ALL in less than 1/2 hour.
Just drop in and have fun!
One set of earrings $10.
Call Joan with questions at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Avocado and Margarita Festival Earrings
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 7 10 am – 12 pm
COST: $10 per pair
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Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how to drill holes in sea glass, how to harden, strengthen and texturize wire to create a gorgeous jewelry set.
No experience necessary. Everything is provided for the project including local sea glass, use of tools in the class, wire and jewelry findings. Joan will demonstrate how to drill holes then you choose from sea glass she has pre-drilled to create your jewelry. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 7
1 pm - 3 pm
COST: $45
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Succulents - Choose Your Project
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how easy it is to create with succulents. Choose from two sizes of round moss wreaths or a grapevine wreath or make a Wood Succulent Vertical Garden. Care instructions are provided so your succulent projects thrive for a very long time.
Everything's included - Use of tools, beautiful, locally grown succulents, wreath forms or wood vertical planter and use of tools - so all you do is sign-up, create and enjoy! Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Succulent Workshop - Choose Your Project
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Sunday, Sept 8
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Zentangle© Demonstration
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration of Zentangle© with certified instructor, Debbie Gedayloo.
The Zentangle Method© of mindful creation is a way to relax, focus and expand one’s imagination. Through guided systematic patterns, students learn to trust their creativity, increase awareness, respond confidently to the unexpected and discover the fun and healing in creative expression.
Incorporating a practice of Zentangle© allows for increased neuroplasticity and youthfulness in the brain. Anyone can feel successful and confident with the practice. If you can write the letters: I, C, S, O…you can follow the patterns. The underlying theories and systematic approach in the Zentangle Method© allow the participants to quiet the mind and focus, one stroke at a time.
Debbie has practiced the art of Zentangle© for five years stating, “Often when sitting in meditation, I simply can’t quiet my mind and I bounce all over the place in my head. But, when I put the pen to the Zentangle© tile, the outside stimuli fade away and my entire being becomes quiet.” Debbie believes in the healing potential of this method and is excited to teach others how to tap into the hidden wisdom in each of us!
Zentangle© is non-representational and unplanned so you can focus on each stroke and not worry about the result. Join certified Zentangle© instructor, Debbie Gedayloo for monthly, celebratory and meditative art.
If you are looking for a calming artwork that anybody can do and you've wondered how it's done, don't miss this free event.
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
WHEN: September 9, 2019 3pm - 5pm
COST: Free Demonstration
CONTACT: www.artcentermorrobay.org or 805-772-2504
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Mixed Media Basics
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a 2-day workshop, Mixed Media Basics, with Lisa Agaran.
Mixed media is an ideal way to explore creativity and uncover your inner artist without the pressure of having to be “artistic” or create that perfect piece of art. Have fun using a variety of acrylic applications and techniques with collage, acrylic paint, layering with cool textures and found objects.
Lisa earned a Bachelor of Art degree from Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, Ca and a Masters in Psychology. She currently teaches a variety of mixed media workshops throughout California and leads an annual mixed media retreat, Awaken Your True Creativity, in Cambria, CA. Lisa has exhibited in galleries throughout Los Angeles and New Mexico. Her artwork has been published in Incite, Dreams Realized: The Best of Mixed Media and Incite 3: The Art of Storytelling.
During this workshop, you will learn basic composition, surface patterns, texture and mixed media techniques with color ideas that create visual balance and impact. Lisa will show you how to incorporate personal photos, found objects, text and lettering into your mixed media pieces.
Materials Include: Printed step-by-step instructions for each technique, 6 art panels, acrylic paint, collage materials, acrylic medium, brushes, sea sponge, found objects, and more. This workshop is appropriate for beginner to advanced.
WHAT: Mixed Media Basics
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 13, 2019 thru Saturday, Sept 14, 2019 - 10am-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St. Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $200. MBAA Members* $225. Non Members*
*There is a $25. materials fee paid directly to the artist on day of workshop
CONTACT: Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504, www.artcentermorrobay.org
Pre-registration is required.
Register Online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
Refunds for cancellations up to 3 days before workshop
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MBAA Annual Juried Exhibit - 2019
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present it’s 3rd Annual Juried Exhibition, a National event.
WHAT: Annual Juried Exhibition
WHEN: September 19 through October 29, 2019
RECEPTION: Sunday, September 22, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
This juried event is a collective of exceptional paintings spanning the United States. Many of the artists are internationally acclaimed. In addition, MBAA will feature the three dimensional art of Guyla Amyx.
We are fortunate to have award winning artist, Dennis Curry, as the judge for this celebrated event.
Judge of Awards:
Dennis Curry is a professional artist of international fame. Dennis served in the United States Army, 25th Infantry Division’s Combat Artists program in 1966 where he documented combat experiences from an artist’s perspective.
Upon returning to the U.S., Dennis attended Santa Monica College where he learned original printmaking. He traveled to East Africa and co-founded Duma Safaris with a friend and publisher, Christopher Law. This life changing experience afforded him the pleasure of introducing others to the great game areas that forever influenced his love of nature.
Following an introduction to the contemporary printmaking of Mylar Lithography, he founded Blue Berry Press, located in Cambria, CA., later becoming known for his work in the traditional, intaglio mediums of etching and engraving. Later, moving away from printmaking and wildlife, Dennis began working in the more traditional medium of oil painting to capture the light and color of the landscapes on location and in the studio.
Dennis has significantly contributed to conservation work around the world and his graphics are widely collected nationally and internationally.
Dennis relayed, “While much art of the past has dealt with the glories and follies of humankind, I feel a need to portray nature for its own sake with the hope of promoting value and respect for our unique planet and the varied form of life with which we share it.”
Dennis is a current member of Society of Animal Artists, Artists for Conservation and San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment.
Guest Artist:�During this special event, we are proud to present the ceramic artwork of Guyla Amyx.
Guyla earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from Eastern Washington University and a Master of Tine Art degree from Washington University. Guylas was a tenured professor at Cuesta Community College where she taught ceramic art for over 22 years and served eight years as the department chair.
Guyla’s early style of ceramics leaned toward the figurative, using brightly colored surfaces, geometric patterns and shapes. Her approach to working with clay involved a raw and spontaneous quality. Later during her tenure as professor, Guyla explored a renewed interest in the Cone 10 Reduction process that she shared with her students. Much of her work is reflective of this process. Guyla states, “You may see a more refined and meditative quality to my recent creations with carved porcelain and crystalline glazing, reflective of my exploration in yoga and Eastern philosophy.”
This exhibit celebrates the three dimensional work of Guyla Amyx and two dimensional, art work in all media of those artists accepted into this extraordinary exhibit. You will find a variety of subject matter spanning traditional landscape to contemporary and abstract. Whether you are attending this exhibit to observe or to purchase, you are in for a delight! Morro Bay Art Association’s Annual Juried Exhibit will be on display from September 19 through October 29, 2019.
A “meet the artists” opening reception, will be held, Sunday, September 22, 2019, 2-4pm. This event is free and open to the public.
ARTISTS: LOOK FOR THE PROSPECTUS FOR ENTRY INTO THIS EXHIBIT: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/gallery/current-exhibit/exhibit-schedule/
WHAT: Annual Juried Exhibition
WHEN: September 19 through October 29, 2019
RECEPTION: Sunday, September 22, 2019, 2-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Learn how to drill holes in sea glass, how to harden, strengthen and texturize wire to create a gorgeous jewelry set.
No experience necessary. Everything is provided for the project including local sea glass, use of tools in the class, wire and jewelry findings. Joan will demonstrate how to drill holes then you choose from sea glass she has pre-drilled to create your jewelry. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 21
10 am - 12 pm
COST: $45
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Mosaic - Choose Your Project
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Choose your project from the exciting selections such as a mosaic rock, a heart, a trivet, stepping stone, etc. All projects are super simple and perfect for a beginner. Everything is provided to complete the project including use of tools, the base piece, broken china pieces, baubles, glue, grout and instruction. Preregister at creativemetime.com or by calling Joan at 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Mosaics - Choose Your Project
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 21
1 pm - 4 pm
COST: $45-$90
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Resin Workshop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Your choice - create a scene in an 11" x 14" frame or make two resin necklaces!
Joan will bring a huge assortment of shells, colored beach glass and glitter to design your scene. Choose a white frame or two metal necklace bezels for your base. After your scene is complete, you will encase it in glistening resin.
Preregistration is required at www.CreativeMeTime.com or by calling 805-286-5993.
WHAT: Resin Workshop
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 28 10 am – 12 pm
COST: Various
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Exit Through the Gift Shop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a Documentary Film, "Exit Through the Gift Shop".
An amusing, engrossing look at underground art. This British documentary film, is about and directed by Bansky, an infamous and shadowy graffiti, street artist. It tells the story of Thierry Guetta, a French immigrant in Los Angeles, who runs a vintage clothing shop, and his obsession with street art, and Guetta's eventual fame as a street artist himself, dubbed Mr. Brainwash.
The film charts Guetta's constant documentation on film, of his every waking moment. It portrays a chance encounter with his cousin, French, urban artist, nic named Invader, to his introduction to a host of street artists, with a focus on Shepard Fairey and Banksy. Banksy’s anonymity is preserved by obscuring his face and altering his voice. Rhys Ifans narrates an overlapping documentary where the line between what is real and what might be fake blurs as modern art and celebrity are put under the microscope.
The film premiered at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2010, and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Since its release, there has been extensive debate over whether the documentary is genuine or a mockumentary.
Banksy is a graffiti artist with a global reputation whose work can be seen on walls from post-hurricane New Orleans to the separation barrier on the Palestinian West Bank. He fiercely guards his anonymity to avoid prosecution. He rose to prominence for his provocative stenciled pieces in the late 1990s.
Balloon Girl, the image of a young girl letting go of her balloon suggests that innocence can easily be lost. Banksy is known to mock society and he implies through his artwork that society makes children grow old too fast. The stencil is originally accompanied by the sentence “There is always hope”, a positive message which suggests that no matter what happens there is always a hope for better days.
Enjoy popcorn and a movie with us!
WHAT: Through the Gift Shop
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: Monday, October 14, 2019 3pm – 5pm
COST: Free
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Needled Felt and Fiber Landscape Painting
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present felting and fiber landscape artist, Debbie Gedayloo.
Debbie has a 30-year history of teaching art to adults and children. While teaching English as a second language, Debbie used visual art to help educate her students. Her love of creativity and self expression blossomed into fiber art. “Wool is such a tactile medium with a personality that yearns to be drawn forth”. Debbie designed and painted a cow for the 2016 San Luis Obispo County Cow Parade and has participated in Imadonnari street painting festivals in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Temecula, Carlsbad, Laguna Niguel, Ventura and Prescott.
During this three-day workshop, Debbie will demonstrate a new twist on felting and fiber-painting. Students will be creating individual landscapes using wool, yarn, string, beads, shells and more. Landscapes as a topic, will allow for endless expression for each participant.
Whether you are an experienced artist or a first-time creator, this workshop will open your eyes to a new medium, using felting and fiber as art. All skill levels are welcome.
WHAT: Needle Felt and Fiber Landscape Painting
WHEN: October 25th, 2019 5:30pm - 8:00pm, October 26 & 27, 2019 9am – 4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $220.00 MBAA Members, $225.00 Non Members
Pre-registration is required, contact: Art Center Morro Cay (805) 772-2504
Register Online at: www.artcentermorrobay.org, artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
Full refund provided 7 days before workshop
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Winter Faire and Fine Crafts
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
WHAT: Paintings, Photography & Fine Crafts
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
WHEN: October 31, 2019 – January 6, 2020
RECEPTION: Sunday, November 3, 2pm - 4pm
CONTACT: www.artcentermorrobay.org or 805-772-2504
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present The Annual Winter Faire & Juried Craft Show, featuring some of the finest artworks on the Central Coast.
This very special holiday event offers a collective of exceptional paintings, photography and fine crafts, spanning a variety of artistic mediums from traditional to contemporary. Crafts include fiber, wood, glass, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and more.
Whether you are attending this extraordinary exhibit to observe or to find that perfect holiday gift, you are in for a delight! The Annual Winter Faire & Craft Show will be on display from October 31, 2019 through January 6, 2020.
Meet the artists at the opening reception Sunday, November 3, 2pm-4pm. This event is free and open to the public. Art Center Morro Bay, is open from 12pm – 4pm daily.
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Quick Studies in Clay
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a ½ day workshop, Quick Studies in Clay with Anne Grannis.
Anne will be teaching techniques to sculpt a whole figure, a torso, or a bas relief using water-based clay. This intense session will guide the beginning or advanced sculptor in the essence of figure sculpting, giving the student a spontaneous, emotional arena to work in; without the finishing details of a refined piece. We will be working from a live model.
Anne has been teaching and working with clay since she was a girl growing up in an artistic household of New England. She has taught ceramic workshops, stone carving and sculpture in Northern California areas; Fort Mason Art School, San Francisco and Half Moon Bay. She was the Artistic Council Chair of SFWA Gallery – Sculpture Representative. She’s taught Quick Studies in Clay in Half Moon Bay, Redwood City, and Palo Alto and now shares her knowledge with us in Morro Bay.
Anne says: “I often use natural clay, as it is an amazingly pliable medium with which to work and being a material originating eons ago, I can connect with the far past to create anything large and rough or small and detailed, with everything in between. My sense of whimsy prevails.”
Clay and tools will be provided. Please bring a 12” to 14” square board to work on and an apron. Bring your favorite tools or supplies if you have them. Firing of the art is the responsibility of the student, and/or you may work with the instructor outside of the workshop for firing.
WHAT: Quick Studies in Clay
WHEN: November 1, 2019 - 1am-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St. Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $120. MBAA Members $125. Non Members
CONTACT: Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504, www.artcentermorrobay.org
Pre-registration is required:
Register Online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
Refunds for cancellations up to 7 days before workshop
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Finding Inspiration in Whatever You Love
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration in ceramics, in Finding Inspiration in Whatever You Love by Giselle Massey.
Giselle grew up in Los Osos, where the Central Coast became a constant source of inspiration for her work. Her love of creativity and self expression blossomed into an art filled passion. Childhood summers spent outdoors in barefoot freedom have forever bonded her to the surrounding ecosystem. Perhaps it’s no surprise that the same plants and flowers she enjoyed during her childhood, are a recurring theme in her work.
“One of my passions is to bring art into everyday moments of life with functional ceramics like mugs, planters, and bowls. I carve and texture nearly every piece I make, often leaving portions of clay bare as a part of the design to be enjoyed by hands as well as eyes”.
During this demonstration, Giselle will engage participants in a lively discussion about ways to find inspiration in our environment, and share the process of her intricately carved designs and inlaid glazes.
If you’ve wondered how to create functional ceramics that are beautiful too, don’t miss this opportunity to see how it’s done!
WHAT: Finding Inspiration in Whatever You Love
WHEN: November 11, 2019 3-5pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or visit www.artcnetermorrobay.org
COST: Free and open to the public
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Pastel Magic Demonstration
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Free and Open to the Public
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration in soft pastel by award winning artist, Greg Trombly, PhD. Discover the magic of pastels, focusing on basic drawing and observation skills.
Dr. Greg Trombly holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Education from State University of New York at Oswego and State University of New York at Albany. In addition, he holds a PhD in the Cultural Foundations of Education from Union Institute and University, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Trombly has been an educator and administrator for the public school system and at the university level. He has continued art education by participating in workshops from acclaimed artists such as Terri Ludwig and Daniel Greene. He exhibits artwork in New York, and his artwork is held in private collections throughout the country.
This demonstration will explore color, value and composition with a variety of soft pastels. Greg will apply color combinations that will illuminate the creation of shoreline with a sunset sky. Interaction with the artist is welcome and encouraged.
This demo is free and open to the public.
Greg will give a pastel workshop January 19, 3-5pm. For more information about this demo or workshop, visit our website at www.artcentermorrobay.org
WHAT: Free Art Demonstration
COST: FREE and open to the public
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: Monday, January 13, 2020
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Beaches and Birds
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
January 2020
An Introduction to Soft Pastels and the Art of Pastel Painting – Beaches and Birds
3 Day Workshop
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a workshop in soft pastel by award winning artist, Greg Trombly, PhD. Discover the magic of pastels in a relaxed and supportive environment, focusing on basic drawing and observation skills.
This workshop is designed to provide plenty of hands on guidance, allowing students to work from reference photos of their choice. Students from beginner to advanced are welcome.
Emphasis will be placed on composition, color and value. Greg will begin each day with a short demonstration, followed by independent work from personal reference photos and instructor guidance. Students are encouraged to bring a reference photo of an ocean seascape or favorite bird. Images will be provided for reference to those who do not bring their own.
Dr. Greg Trombly holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Education from State University of New York at Oswego and State University of New York at Albany. In addition, he holds a PhD in the Cultural Foundations of Education from Union Institute and University, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Trombly has been an educator and administrator for the public school system and at the university level. He has continued art education by participating in workshops from acclaimed artists such as Terri Ludwig and Daniel Greene. He exhibits artwork in New York, and his artwork is held in private collections throughout the country.
Connect with other artists and learn basic skills in soft pastel. This class is not utilizing oil pastel, rather “soft pastel”. A materials list will be provided. This workshop is designed for beginners however all skill levels are welcome.
COST: $165. Members; $175. Non-Members for the 3-day workshop.
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: January 17-19, 1-4pm
PRE-REGISTER: Reserve your space online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
May cancel registration up to 7 days of scheduled workshop for full refund.
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
MATERIAL LIST: Materials list can be found at the gallery or contact Gail Martin at gailm1314@gmail.com to request one.
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The Healing Power of Art
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a presentation of “The Healing Power of Art” with Anne Gill Kellogg.
Art therapy utilizes art media, images and the creative art process as reflections of an individual’s development, personality, interests, concerns, and conflicts. Art therapy practice, utilizing developmental and psychological theories, reconciles emotional conflicts, fosters self-awareness, problem solving, aids in reducing anxiety, reality orientation and increases self-esteem. It is practiced alongside other health programs and treatments.
Anne Gill Kellogg’s demo will include an introduction to the subject of “The Healing Power of Art” using visual aids, examples of Anne’s own work, drawings, and reference materials supporting the power of art.
Different types of art journalizing will be presented and explored. If you already have an art journal, bring it! Otherwise, bring in any sketch book you’d like to use to start your own art journal and any art materials you’d like to add. Some supplies will be available at the demo.
Anne Gill Kellogg attended Otis Art Institute and Art Center of Design, earned a Bachelor of Art in Psychology and Applied Art and earned a Masters degree from Loyola Marymount University in clinical art therapy/family therapy. She had a private practice for 21 years and taught 18 years at the elementary and at College level.
Join us for an interesting afternoon exploring this unique therapy. Lucia Capacchione, PH.D. and Art Therapist says, “Imagery is a window on your inner world…it is a means of transformation and liberation from distortions in this realm that may unconsciously direct your life and shape your health.”
WHAT: The Healing Power of Art
WHEN: Monday, February 10th , 2020 3pm – 5pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
COST: FREE
CONTACT: www.artcentermorrobay.org or 805-772-2504
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Gypsy Junk and Vintage Journals
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration of Junk and Vintage Journal Making with Colleen Ray.
A junk journal is typically made with craft supplies, recycled paper, junk mail and found materials. A 'vintage' junk journal is made with items from bygone eras, or made to look like they are by applying aging techniques. Vintage journals are often created around a theme and filled with visual and tactile interest as opposed to stark, blank pages. The splashes of color, texture, pockets and tuck spots are filled with ephemera and create an inviting place to journal or draw,
or stash things away.
Colleen will demonstrate how to make a simple folio style journal with vintage appeal that participants can easily make at home to use as a travel journal, a gardening journal, an
affirmations journal, or art journal.
Join Colleen Ray as she shares these unique and wonderful journals. Each one, a work of art;
and as distinctive and one-of-a-kind as its maker.
WHAT: Gypsy Junk & Vintage Journals
WHEN: Monday, March 9 th , 2020 3pm – 5pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
COST: FREE
CONTACT: www.artcentermorrobay.org or 805-772-2504
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Painting Tune-Up Workshop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
March 13, 14, & 15, 2020
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a 3-day workshop, Painting Tune-Up, with Trowzers Akimbo.
Trowzers provides demonstrations and leads step by step exercises, tuning your knowledge and skills to keep your painting sessions humming along like a well-oiled machine.
Trowzers Akimbo was raised in Venice, Ca and the eclectic vibe of the area is represented in much of his work The art colony esthetic of the beach town attracted the best of art teachers to the school system and Betty Edwards, who wrote the influential book, "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain” was among his talented high school art teachers. Teachers in art school included Bill Moore, Don Graham, Harold Kramer, Emerson Woelffer and one of the Group of Seven hard-edge painters, Frederick Hammersley. Prior to practicing fine art painting full-time, Trowzers worked as an NBC on air graphic artist, freelance illustrator/graphic designer, animated/live action tv commercial director/designer and as a creative director and chief creative officer in the computer game industry. Work for NBC included over 200 commercial segue illustrations for the Tonight Show, starring Johnny Carson, design of The Gong Show logo and body painting of GoGo dancers for Laugh-In. Trowzers contributed illustrations to the Sesame Street Workshop’s printed publications monthly. He is responsible for the creation of over 50 computer games. Among his many awards, Akimbo was awarded an Emmy for his animated titles for NBC: The First 50 Years: A Closer Look. Powerful influences in his painting work are Sargent, Manet, Monet, Cézanne, Gauguin, Lautrec, and Van Gogh.
Akimbo studied art and received his BFA at CalArts in Southern California.
Trowzers has collected numerous Best of Show and 1st Place awards for his paintings. His work is included in the upcoming Artists Magazine publication, Strokes of Genius 11.
“I believe any painter's work I've ever seen has influenced my work on some level.”
- Trowzers Akimbo
During this 3-day workshop, you will review painting fundamentals and be introduced to new methods of analysis and creative procedure that will make you more productive and your paintings more successful. Discover tools that will assist you in painting with confidence and authority.
WHAT: Painting Tune-Up
WHEN: March 13th, 14th, & 15th, 2020 - 10am-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St. Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $400. MBAA Members $425. Non Members*
CONTACT: Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504, www.artcentermorrobay.org
Pre-registration is required.
Register Online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
Refunds for cancellations up to 7 days before workshop
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Demo Plein Air Still-Life and Landscape
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present International, plein air artist and instructor, Guido Frick.
Guido Frick was born in Konstanz, Germany and studied art in Prague Czechoslovakia. Professor Emeritus Dr. Janos Herczeg; University of Szeged, Hungary, refers to Frick as the “living” Bongart.
Mr. Frick teaches his Impressionistic style throughout Europe and America’s western states. Capturing the mood, with oil and watercolor, he approaches each subject with bold and vigorous brushwork, using brilliant color. Frick relays, “As a painter I do not like to be labeled. I am always crossing the borderline between Impressionism and Expressionism. In art there should be no borders, no fences, no stop signs. To learn how to paint means to learn how to see.”
Frick is represented by New Masters Gallery, Carmel CA, Sunset Art Gallery, Amarillo, TX, Evergreen Fine Art Gallery, Evergreen CO, Bebb Fine Art, Ludlow, England and Galerie See Motive, Konstanz, Germany.
Frick has been featured in numerous periodicals and magazines throughout Europe and the U.S. to include, Art Journey America Landscapes: 89 Painters’ Perspectives by Kathy Kipp, Maler sehen den Bodensee: 200 Jahre Landschaftsmalerei aus privatem Besitz by Carlo Karrenbauer, Southwest Art, American Artist Workshop, Art of the West, Art Talk, Western Art Collector Magazine and Oil Painting with the Masters by North Light Books.
As a prelude to his workshop, Guido will give a free demo!
During this workshop, Guido will teach you how to interpret and translate what you are seeing to a canvas and develop your own artistic language. He will discuss the use of colors, values, mood, drama and atmosphere while painting outdoors.
Day 1: Students will be work on a still-life of choice, while painting outdoors to capture the complexity of color working in sunlight. There will be an introduction and theoretical instruction followed by a demo, then students will paint.
Day 2: Students will be a paint plein air landscape at a location to be determined. A full landscape demo will be provided. Guido will circulate giving personal instruction. At the end of each session he will be able to critic your work giving you individual ideas and personalized help.
All levels are welcome. You may choose to paint in oil, acrylic or watercolor. Contact Gail Martin for a supply list.
Join Guido Frick for a free demonstration, Monday, April 13, 2020, 3-5pm
WHAT: Demo - Plein Air Still-Life and Landscape
DEMO: MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2020, 3-5pm
WORKSHOP: Tuesday, Wednesday April 14-15, 2020
COST: $385.00 members - $395.00 non-members
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Pre-registration is required for workshop: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/ or (805) 772-2504
For more information, www.artcentermorrobay.org or Gail Martin Gailm1314@gmail.com (805)234-8766
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2020 Plein Air Still Life and Landscape
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
April 2020
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present International, plein air artist and instructor, Guido Frick.
Guido Frick was born in Konstanz, Germany and studied art in Prague Czechoslovakia. Professor Emeritus Dr. Janos Herczeg; University of Szeged, Hungary, refers to Frick as the “living” Bongart.
Mr. Frick teaches his Impressionistic style throughout Europe and America’s western states. Capturing the mood, with oil and watercolor, he approaches each subject with bold and vigorous brushwork, using brilliant color. Frick relays, “As a painter I do not like to be labeled. I am always crossing the borderline between Impressionism and Expressionism. In art there should be no borders, no fences, no stop signs. To learn how to paint means to learn how to see.”
Frick is represented by New Masters Gallery, Carmel CA, Sunset Art Gallery, Amarillo, TX, Evergreen Fine Art Gallery, Evergreen CO, Bebb Fine Art, Ludlow, England and Galerie See Motive, Konstanz, Germany.
Frick has been featured in numerous periodicals and magazines throughout Europe and the U.S. to include, Art Journey America Landscapes: 89 Painters’ Perspectives by Kathy Kipp, Maler sehen den Bodensee: 200 Jahre Landschaftsmalerei aus privatem Besitz by Carlo Karrenbauer, Southwest Art, American Artist Workshop, Art of the West, Art Talk, Western Art Collector Magazine and Oil Painting with the Masters by North Light Books.
During this workshop, Guido will teach you how to interpret and translate what you are seeing to a canvas and develop your own artistic language. He will discuss the use of colors, values, mood, drama and atmosphere while painting outdoors.
Day 1: Students will be work on a still-life of choice, while painting outdoors to capture the complexity of color working in sunlight. There will be an introduction and theoretical instruction followed by a demo, then students will paint.
Day 2: Students will be a paint plein air landscape at a location to be determined. A full landscape demo will be provided. Guido will circulate giving personal instruction. At the end of each session he will be able to critic your work giving you individual ideas and personalized help.
All levels are welcome. You may choose to paint in oil, acrylic or watercolor. Contact Gail Martin for a supply list.
Join Guido Frick for a free demonstration, Monday, April 13, 2020, 3-5pm
WHAT: Plein Air Still-Life and Landscape
WHEN: Tuesday, Wednesday April 14-15, 2020
COST: $385.00 members - $395.00 non-members
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Pre-registration is requiredhttps://artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/or (805) 772-2504
For more information, www.artcentermorrobay.orgor Gail Martin Gailm1314@gmail.com (805)234-8766
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2020 Portraits in Pastel
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
May 2020
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present award winning artist, Cuong Nguyen for a three-day workshop, “Portraits in Pastel”.
A professional artist of international acclaim, Cuong Nguyen, works in both oil and pastel, though casual viewers may have difficulty distinguishing the two media in his hands. He almost never blends strokes, yet achieves a level of detail and smoothness of gradation that is unusual in pastel paintings!
Mr. Nguyen studied at the Academy of Art in Saigon, Vietnam. He earned a degree in Illustration & Graphic Design from San Jose State University and established a successful career as an icon designer with a prominent Silicon Valley company before becoming a professional artist. Ultimately, Cuong’s passion for art resurfaced. He began to create sidewalk chalk drawings. These ephemeral artworks were as large as 16' x 24'. Cuong soon established a reputation for painting amazingly lifelike portraits on asphalt. He began to exhibit in international art fairs and returned to his studio, where he spent endless hours refining techniques with more traditional media.
Cuong Nguyen is a member of Oil Painters of America, International Guild of Realism, a Distinguished Pastellist with Pastel Society of America and Pastel Society of the West Coast, Master Pastelist with Pastel of America and Master IAPS Circle with International Association of Pastel Societies. His work has been exhibited at national and international exhibits; the Triton Museum in Santa Clara, California and the Haggin Museum in Stockton.
Cuong is currently represented by John Pence gallery in San Francisco, California.
Learn about drawing, values, edges and composition, in a workshop designed to create in a relaxed, informative yet focused environment, for all skill levels. Students will concentrate on drawing the human head and creating life-like skin tone colors using the green foundation technique, while developing new skills in soft pastel and pastel pencil. This workshop will feature live models.
Preregister at: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSI8FKHrc08
WHAT: “Portrait in Pastel” workshop
WHEN: May 8, 9 & 10, 2020 10am – 5pm
COST: $400. MBAA Members or $425. Non Members
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: Gail Martin (805) 234-8766
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Learning to Breathe
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Free and Open to the Public
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to offer a presentation with Travel Photographer and Lecturer, Michael J. Costa.
Michael J. Costa first made the long the trek to the Mt. Everest Base Camp in 2016 and one year later returned to Nepal to explore the wonders of Annapurna and the Nagarkot region with
his camera. With images both awe-inspiring and down to earth, Costa captures the spirit of Nepal.
Whether you’re inspired by the great Himalaya mountain range, have a soul-searching experience in Buddhist or Hindu temples, or connect with the people that you meet along the journey, Costa says the adventure is unique for each traveler; determined by who you are and how you choose to engage with the experience.
“The images I captured along the way reflect the people and places I encountered, as well as the nature of my personal experience.” -Costa
Costa visually describes a journey that takes you to places like no others on earth. The rigorous hike to the base of Mt. Everest starts at 9,000 ft in Lukla, Nepal and brings you to the top of
Kalla Pathar at an elevation of 18,600 ft. The artist’s travels took him through different regions in this unique landscape – mountains and villages, plains and glaciers – as well refugee camps affected by the April 25, 2015 earthquake.
Michael J. Costa is a graduate of the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. He has worked as a photo journalist for the San Mateo Daily Journal and Sierra Star, and as a
videographer for Valley Public Television and Sierra Art Trails. Costa is represented by Stellar Gallery in Oakhurst, CA. He now splits his time between Oakhurst and Los Osos, CA
This exciting lecture demonstration will explore the grand vistas of the Himalayan landscape along the Annapurna Trail (up to 13,000 feet above sea Kathmandu and other, more remote,
locales.
This demo is free and open to the public.
WHAT: Free Art Lecture
COST: FREE and open to the public
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: Monday, June 8, 2020, 3-5pm
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
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Mark Making-Developing Your Signature Style in Abstract Painting
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
June 2020
Abstract Acrylic Painting Techniques
Abstract workshop
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present esteemed artist, Diane Williams & Chuck Potter for a two-day workshop, Mark Making – Developing Your Signature Style in Abstract Painting.
Diane Williams and Chuck Potter both hold Master of Fine Art degrees in Studio Art and Consciousness studies from John F Kennedy University, Berkeley, California. Additionally, both have studied at the University of Hangzhou China, incorporating calligraphy, traditional Chinese landscape painting and Chinese medicine with their western art practices.
Diane and Chuck were adjunct professors for National University and have mentored graduate students from John F Kennedy, University. They also have an extensive exhibition list.
Their works can be found in corporate, public, and personal collections nationally and worldwide.
Mark making is as distinctive as your fingerprint, adding a personal touch to your painting. Marks can energize a painting or highlight movement, texture or direction. In this 2-day workshop you will practice abstract acrylic painting techniques that are enhanced by your personal mark making. Feeling stuck, or that something personal or dynamic is missing in your painting? This class is designed to help you develop your signature style by identifying your personal and unique marks.
Venture with us into the realm of self-expression by identifying your own unique style. We will be exploring a variety of techniques using water soluble pencils, Sumi ink, charcoal, sticks, scrapers, and other mark making tools. We will also use stencils, stamping, special patinas and other applications to create multi-dimensional layering effects adding depth and visual interest. The results are alive, authentic and exhilarating. Unveil the mysteries of abstraction by practicing techniques in form, rhythm and motion. Each student will receive individual instruction and group critique.
This workshop is appropriate for beginning to intermediate artists.
REGISTER: Pre-register at www.artcentermorrobay.org or artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
May cancel registration up to 7 days of scheduled workshop for full refund.
WHAT: Mark Making – Developing Your Signature Style in Abstract Painting
WHEN: June 19 & 20, 2020, 10am – 4pm
COST: $225. MBAA Members or $235. Non Members
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442
CONTACT: Gail Martin (805) 234-8766
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Let's Etch a Credit Card
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Demos are FREE and Open to the Public
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a demonstration of dry-point etchings by accomplished artist and gallery owner, Rosey Rosenthal.
Rosey Rosenthal earned a Bachelor of Art degree in Graphic Arts and Illustration from Pratt Institute. It’s difficult to express Rosey’s accomplishments without mentioning his wife and partner, Barbara. The Rosenthal’s are founding members of the Central Coast Printmakers Group of (SLOMA) San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, originating 36 years ago. Rosey, his wife Barbara, Stevie Vorhees and Joan Sullivan operated The Baywood Gallery, at the pier in Baywood, CA. Rosey and Barbara initiated the artist group, (SLAG) an artists’ cooperative located within the San Luis Obispo, Creamery Building. The Rosenthal’s later opened “Art is for Everyone”, a gallery in Baywood Park serving the public for 9 years. They established a printmaking studio, “Granada Arts” in Los Osos, selling over 30,000 etchings and relief prints, where they have taught etching workshops since 1981. Barbara brought art to the San Luis Obispo public schools, through the Santa Barbara Creative Project, for nine years.
Participants of this demonstration should bring an old cancelled credit or membership card with an idea for a 2 1/8" x 3 1/4" dry-point etching (see photo). Rosey will have a small etching press and tools needed to scratch designs into the plastic cards. He will give a quick overview and demonstrate how to scratch and print a card, then ink and print your completed etching (original print).
This will be an interactive demonstration that you’re sure to enjoy!
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: July 13, 2020 3–5pm
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or email: artcenter.morrobay@gmail.com
www.artcentermorrobay.org
COST: Free and open to the public
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Abstraction and Multiple Viewpoint Perspective Workshop
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
October 9, 10, & 11, 2020
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a 3-day workshop, Abstraction and Multiple Viewpoint Perspective, with Trowzers Akimbo.
While Multiple Viewpoint Perspective will be the main focus of this intensive workshop, other abstraction vehicles will also be discussed and encouraged. The workshop goal will be for each attendee to go home with an abstract painting of their own design.
Trowzers Akimbo was raised in Venice, Ca and the eclectic vibe of the area is represented in much of his work. The art colony esthetic of the beach town attracted the best of art teachers to the school system and Betty Edwards, who wrote the influential book, "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain” was among his talented high school art teachers. Teachers in art school included Bill Moore, Don Graham, Harold Kramer, Emerson Woelffer and one of the Group of Seven hard-edged painters, Frederick Hammersley. Prior to practicing fine art painting full-time, Trowzers worked as an NBC on air graphic artist, freelance illustrator/graphic designer, animated/live action tv commercial director/designer and as a creative director and chief creative officer in the computer game industry. Work for NBC included over 200 commercial segue illustrations for the Tonight Show, starring Johnny Carson, design of The Gong Show logo and body painting of GoGo dancers for Laugh-In. Trowzers contributed illustrations to the Sesame Street Workshop’s printed publications monthly. He is responsible for the creation of over 50 computer games. Among his many awards, Akimbo was awarded an Emmy for his animated titles for NBC: The First 50 Years: A Closer Look. Powerful influences in his painting work are Braque and Picasso (how can these two inventors of cubism and multiple viewpoint perspective, standing on the shoulders of Cézanne, not be an influence), Matisse, Gauguin, Lautrec, Van Gogh, Klee and Kandinsky.
Akimbo studied art and received his BFA at CalArts in Southern California.
“Honestly, I'm a bit of a sponge. I believe any painter's work I've ever seen has influenced my work on some level.”
- Trowzers Akimbo
3-Day Workshop Agenda
Methods of Abstraction slide Presentation
Multiple Viewpoint Perspective Fundamentals
Sketching Information from the Model for Your Final Design
Designing Your Abstract Painting
Compose/Layout Your Painting
Discussion of the 5 Graphic Means
Let’s Paint Your Design
Critique of Paintings
What you'll need to bring:
Canvas, panel or other painting substrate
Painting supplies (oils, acrylics, pastels, watercolors, etc.)
Graphite pencil and eraser
Sketchbook or paper pad
Optional tools (Charcoal pencil, drawing pen, etc.)
Bag lunch (or plan to go out to lunch)
WHAT: Abstraction and Multiple Viewpoint Perspective
WHEN: October 9th, 10th, & 11th, 2020 - 10am-4pm
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St. Morro Bay, CA 93442
COST: $400. MBAA Members $425. Non-Members*
CONTACT: Art Center Morro Bay (805) 772-2504, www.artcentermorrobay.org
Pre-registration is required.
Register Online: artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/shop/
Refunds for cancellations up to 7 days before workshop
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Movie Night – Cave of Forgotten Dreams
Art Center Morro Bay
835 Main St
Morro Bay, CA 93442 Map
Free and Open to the Public
Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present a documentary film Cave of Forgotten Dreams.
Cave of Forgotten Dreams is a 2010 documentary film by Werner Herzog about the Chauvet Cave in southern France, which contains the oldest human-painted images yet discovered. Some of them were crafted around 32,000 years ago. The film premiered at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival and consists of images from inside the cave as well as of interviews with various scientists and historians. The film also includes footage of the nearby Pont d'Arc natural bridge.
The Chauvet Cave is one of the most famous prehistoric rock art sites in the world. Located in the Ardeche region of France, the cave art of Chauvet was discovered as recently as 1994 by Jean-Marie Chauvet. The importance of the Chauvet Cave art paintings is based on two factors: firstly, the aesthetic quality of the Palaeolithic cave paintings, and secondly, the great age of the rock art.
This film is rated G and is 95 minutes. Directed and Written by Werner Herzon, released by IFC Films.
WHAT: Movie Night – Cave of Forgotten Dreams
COST: FREE and open to the public
WHERE: Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA
WHEN: Monday, November 9, 2020
CONTACT: 805-772-2504 or www.artcentermorrobay.org
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