Paint at Paseo
April 3

Champagne Smoke is an artist, author and educator bringing creativity to life through storytelling and immersive art experiences. As the visionary behind Lotus Dynasty, she merges African American and Asian influences, unveiling untold stories from the past and present. Through her work, she invites audiences to explore a world where culture, history, and imagination collide. Follow Champagne Smoke on Instagram @vivrantbloom to see more of her work!

Peppermint Parlor is across from Sephora!

Supper Club

April 19

Funds raised will provide critical support for museum exhibitions and programs like Sangre de Nopal currently on view.

For further questions email hello@mcasantabarbara.org

Here’s your March Recap!

Wendy Cabrera Rubio’s Visit

We kicked off with some interesting videos by Wendy herself and other amazing artists. Followed by a discussion on the videos. The running theme of Mexico’s history with biological studies and the thought of how the earth can look like in the future due to global warming left everyone in the room with a lot to think about.

We also had a special group of students from Santa Maria come and have a tour of the Sangre De Nopal Exhibition. They got to hear about process of using cochineal as a dye stuff. They also had the opportunity to have a sit down chat with Wendy about her artworks in the exhibition! There were so much to learn from her and her works that the students were listening very closely.

The last event with Wendy was her Artist Talk and Book Launch! We got to learn about Wendy’s process and why she uses mediums like puppetry and felt artworks to get her view across. She also talked about her book and how the writing and illustrating process was an experience that she enjoyed. Her book “Las Aventuras de la Existencia Relativa y otro cuentos/ The Adventures of Relative Existence and other tales” is available for purchase for $35 at the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara.

To read more about Wendy and her work feel free to ready this interview by Foundwork.

In Motion: Marie McKenzie & Marlene Struss

Opening Reception and Artist Talk

The artist talk helped visitors understand the intentions behind the compelling artworks as well as catch a glimpse of the artists’ minds.

You are invited to visit the MCASB Satellite at The Riviera Beach House (121 State St, Santa Barbara, California) between now and October 12, 2025 to see this thoughtful exhibition!

Photo Credit: Ingrid Bostrom

Los Tranquilos Mini Concert

The Art’s Terrace came to life this past Saturday, March 29th. There was music, vendors, food and drinks! We were so happy to see many community members come and enjoy a nice sunny day with us. If you want to read more on the event, here’s an awesome article by the Santa Barbara Independent!

Thank you so much to everyone who came by! The mini concert helped raise critical funds to support the museum. Stay tuned for the next Mini Concert on April 27th!

-MCASB Team

Photo Credits: Ingrid Bostrom & Veronica Sanchez (IG: @cincoatl)

Exhibitions On View

¡Esperamos verlx pronto en el museo!

Questions/preguntas: hello@mcasantabarbara.org

Help us ensure a successful 2025 today. Please consider making a donation online here or contact us at development@mcsantabarbara.org. Thank you!

¡Ayúdenos hoy en garantizar un 2025 exitoso! Por favor considere en hacer una donación en línea aquí o escríbanos a development@mcsantabarbara.org. ¡Muchas Gracias!

We welcome everyone at our events. Please contact
dgarcia@mcasantabarbara.org for your access needs or special requests.

Todxs son bienvenidxs a nuestros eventos. Por favor póngase en contacto con dgarcia@mcasantabarbara.org para notificarnos de alguna acomodación de discapacidad o solicitud en particular.