Last week was the kind of week that really makes our museum mantra – “art creates community” – ring true. Our amazing docents/best friends turned their monthly meeting into an outdoor potluck luncheon where they discussed upcoming event duties. On Saturday evening, we were thrilled to welcome a great crowd to the premiere of our three new exhibitions: Face of California, Celebrating Teaching Artists, and works created by local elementary school students through our Artist-in-Residence program. The Museum’s Artist-in-Residence program places a teaching artist (the incredible Jessica Diaz) in Grace Thille Elementary School for eight weeks each year, during which time she introduces 60 third-grade students to a new skill each week including painting, sketching, coloring, animation, and character design.
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This Week
The Art of Travel (Ages 16+) – A Three-Part Series
Wednesday, May 22, 2019: 1pm to 3pm; Wednesday, May 29, 2019: 1pm to 4pm; Wednesday, September 4, 2019: 1pm to 3pm
Whether traveling to far-off destinations or enjoying close-to-home outings, capture the magic of your summer travels with an artful journal! Join artist, experienced traveler, and creative journal keeper Karen Browdy to prepare, plan, and share ideas for artful adventures! This three-part course includes three distinct sessions. “Pack a Bag” on Wednesday, May 22 and learn what essentials to assemble into your own travel kit to take your art show on the road. “Take a Test Drive” on Wednesday, May 29 as we take a little excursion with your travel kit, and test drive a small composition. “Share Your Adventures” on Wednesday, September 4 as we come together to share what we learned on the road, and enjoy what everyone has created. The cost of this course is $85.00 per person, which includes all three sessions and a starter sample journal. Pre-registration is required.
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Only a few spots remaining!
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Watercolor Intensive
(Ages 16+)
Sat., June 15, 2019: 11am to 2pm
Sat., June 22, 2019: 11am to 2pm
Sat., June 29, 2019: 11am to 2pm
$120.00 per person for 3 sessions
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Conversations in Art History: Matisse (Ages 16+)
Thurs., Aug. 1, 2019: 3pm to 5pm
Thurs., Aug. 8, 2019: 3pm to 5pm
Thurs., Aug. 15, 2019: 3pm to 5pm
Thurs., Aug. 22, 2019: 3pm to 5pm
$100.00 per person for 4 sessions
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Coming Soon
Opening Reception: Santa Paula High School’s Medallas de Oro
Friday, May 31, 2019: 4pm to 6pm
The 21st Annual Medallas de Oro Art Show is a culmination of this year’s work by the Santa Paula High School Visual Arts Department. Teachers Ryan Lamb, Sara Lozano, Mariann Romero and Michael Torres will proudly present their students’ best works at the Santa Paula Art Museum’s Cole Creativity Center to share with the community. A free opening reception will be held Friday, May 31, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
Awards will be sponsored by the Santa Paula Society of the Arts, with a jury of Society members selecting winners in a variety of media including digital media arts, drawing, painting, photography, and sculpture.
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Common Ground: Meredith Brooks Abbott, Susan Petty, and Gail Pidduck
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Through July 7, 2019
Artwork: “Eucalyptus Blossoms Study” by Meredith Brooks Abbott (detail), 2018, oil on linen panel.
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Through September 15, 2019
Artwork: “Off-Road Tracks” by Jane Thorpe (detail), 2017, oil on panel.
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Celebrating Teaching Artists
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Through July 7, 2019
Artwork: “Fiddlehead” by Matilda Morrison, 2018, linocut.
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Coming Soon
Kids’ Art Fest
Sunday, June 2, 2019: 11am to 3pm
Our Kids’ Art Fest on Sunday, June 2 will be a playful day filled with collaborative, outdoor art-making! Guests will be able to create their own works of art at art-making stations that will include spin art, bubble art, yarn crafts, chalk art, and more. Families will also be able to visit with a face painter, balloon artist, glitter tattooist, and caricature artist. Plus, eventgoers will enjoy live music by Ruby Skye and will be able to grab a bite to eat from food trucks provided by Pizza Man Dan’s and Kona Shaved Ice. Admission to the event is free for everyone. This free event is generously sponsored by Limoneira and Rotary Club of Santa Paula.
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Kids’ Summer Art Classes
Week-long sessions in June and July
Kids can get creative this summer with week-long art classes at the Museum! Classes will include Geo-Me-Tree, Flashback Photography, iPad Painting, Animation Creations, Super-Power Creative Journal, and Recycled Rainbow. Preregistration is required.
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Family Art Project (Ages 10+)
Sun., June 9, 2019: 1pm to 4pm
Working together with “Queen of Kids Art” Judee Hauer as your guide, families will learn techniques for painting portraits, then add collage to finish with a colorful flourish. Preregistration is required. The cost of this class is $12.00 per person.
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Shop Our Gift Store and Art Shop
The Museum’s gift shop offers a wide variety of gifts including cards, jewelry, accessories, books, home goods, original art, and more. The shop is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
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All members receive free regular admission to our current exhibits, a 10% discount in the gift shop, a 10% discount on classes, and more.
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Volunteering at the Santa Paula Art Museum comes with some really great perks including free admission to all museum events!
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With your donation, the Museum will be able to expand programs within its two spaces and reach new segments of the community.
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