Santa Paula Museum of Art announces upcoming events Aug. 28, 29; Sept. 4, 9, 14, 16 _ Hope You Can Make It!

Art creates community.

Breakers by Michelle Jung, 2016, Oil on canvas, 36 x 60 inches, Available to purchase.

Closing Reception: Michelle Jung’s Making Waves

Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 4 PM to 6 PM

There are only a few weeks left to enjoy NorCal artist Michelle Jung’s immersive exhibition, Making Waves, and Saturday, August 28, is the perfect time to see it. The artist will be on hand for the exhibit’s closing reception from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission to the event is free for everyone. Meet the artist and spend the evening meditating on the beauty and drama of the Pacific coast. Making Waves is on view now through September 12, 2021.

*In accordance with Ventura County Public Health, everyone must wear a face mask while inside the Museum regardless of vaccination status.

Lot 15: In High Places by Cornelis Botke, 1938, Etching on paper, 9 x 10 inches, Bid now

Online Fine Art Auction Fundraiser

Bid now through Sunday, August 29, 2021, at 4 PM

The Museum’s annual Fine Art Auction Fundraiserends this weekend! Bid now through Sunday, August 29, on any of the 21 stunning artworks up for auction. All proceeds benefit the Santa Paula Art Museum and the thousands of students and visitors it serves each year.

Brittany Boats by Jessie Arms Botke, Oil on board, 10 x 12 inches.

Art Raffle: Win a Botke

Purchase tickets now through Sunday, August 29

Our Fine Art Auction Fundraiser also includes a chance to win one of two paintings by historic Santa Paula artist Jessie Arms Botke (including the one pictured above). Purchase raffle tickets for your chance to win! The two winners will be announced and notified on Monday, August 30. All proceeds benefit the Santa Paula Art Museum.

Untitled still life by Gabriel Islas, Oil.

Art Class: Still Life In Oil – Essential Skills (Ages 16+)

Four Saturdays starting Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 11 AM to 2 PM

Learn the essential skills you need to begin oil painting during the upcoming, four-part Still Life in Oil course at the Museum’s Cole Creativity Center. Popular teaching artist Gabriel Islas will be there to guide you through the process, and you’ll leave the course with a finished painting to take home. All skill levels are welcome, and all materials will be provided. The cost of the four-part class series is $140.00 per person. Preregistration is required.