Santa Paula Art Museum — This Month: Fieldnotes, Gorgeous Gourds & More

Art creates community.

Cedar Waxwings by Lynn Hanson, 2019, Oil on drafting film, 60 x 40 inches – Available for purchase beginning March 12; Artist’s Hand by John Robertson, 2010, Glass, latex and clay, 12 x 5 inches – Not for sale.

Premiere Party: Fieldnotes: Lynn Hanson & A Narrative: John Robertson

Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 4 PM to 6 PM

Free admission

Join Ventura artists (and couple) Lynn Hanson and John Robertson for the March 12 premiere of their concurrent exhibitions, Fieldnotes: Lynn Hanson and A Narrative: John Robertson. The side-by-side exhibits span thirty years of each artist’s work, including drawings, paintings, assemblages, and more. Admission to the event is free, and reservations are not required. Fieldnotes and A Narrative will be on view March 12 to July 10, 2022.

Upcoming Classes

Open Studio for Oil Painters (Ages 16+)

Fridays: March 4 and/or March 18, 1 PM to 4 PM

$40 per person (or $25 for existing students)

Need a fresh set of eyes or a friendly space to practice your oil painting? Teaching artist Gabriel Islas will be slinging oil paint and advice during Open Studio for Oil Painters at the Cole Creativity Center. Bring a work in progress; we’ll supply everything else.

Gorgeous Gourds (Ages 16+)

Saturday, March 12, from 11 AM to 2 PM; and Wednesday, March 16, from 6 PM to 9 PM

$80 for two-part series

The organic curves and shapes of natural, dried gourds are a perfect template for making your own creations. Learn techniques for shaping, painting, carving, and embellishing original gourd artworks in just two classes.

Finding Flow + Sound Bath (Ages 16+)

Sunday, March 13, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM

$30 per person

This month’s Finding Flow class comes with an extra dose of meditative goodness. Teaching artist and certified arts therapist Robin Briceño will be joined by musician Karina Arcia whose Tibetan singing bowls and sound bath will leave you feeling totally inspired.

Still Life in Oil: Essential Skills (Ages 16+)

Four consecutive Saturdays starting March 19, from 11 AM to 2 PM

$145 for four-part series

Master the art of still life oil painting in just four classes. Practice and build your understanding of line, shadow, light, color, texture, and the elements of a satisfying composition. Finish the course with a beautiful painting of your own to take home.

Ceramic Tile Self-Portrait Workshop (Ages 16+)

Wednesday, March 30, and Thursday, March 31, from 6 PM to 9 PM

$75 for two-part series

In this two-day workshop led by teaching artist Roxanne Casas, you’ll learn important skills for sculpting, painting, and carving while designing a self-portrait ceramic wall piece that celebrates your own unique features.

Somis Valley by M. Lynn Fonkalsrud, 2021, Pastel on paper, 11 x 15 inches – Available for purchase.

Art About Agriculture Closes March 6

It’s your final week to catch The 13th Annual Art About Agriculture exhibition, which ends Sunday, March 6. Can’t make it to the Museum? Enjoy the exhibit online!

Take Our Kids’ Classes Survey

Kids’ art classes and summer art camps will soon return to the Santa Paula Art Museum. First, we want to know how the Museum can best serve you and your family. Complete our short survey and you’ll be entered into a raffle to win a basket of goodies from our gift shop!

School Tours Are Back!

Before yesterday, it had been exactly two years and three days since the Santa Paula Art Museum was last able to host an in-person school field trip. While we’ve been able to connect with local classrooms virtually during that time, it was such a joy to welcome students back into the Museum.

Thanks to our sponsors, donors, and members, SPAM school tours and virtual resources are free for local teachers.Teachers can explore our online resources and request on-site tours on our website.