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Galleries

“7th Circuit” Exhibition

 February 4, 2026 – March 3, 2026

Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

The City of Santa Clarita is pleased to present its latest art exhibition, “7th Circuit,” by Yuliia Savenko on view now through March 3, 2026 at the Canyon Country Community Center (18410 Sierra Hwy). This photography exhibition invites viewers into a meditative visual space where familiar perceptions dissolve and meaning emerges through contemplation rather than certainty.

In “7th Circuit,” Savenko presents fog-shrouded urban landscapes that blur the boundary between reality and abstraction. Familiar city forms dissolve into mist, disrupting habitual ways of seeing and encouraging viewers to actively engage in the act of perception. As details fade, the mind fills in what is missing—transforming observation into a creative, introspective experience. The resulting images offer a meditative pause, where ambiguity replaces clarity and meaning emerges through personal reflection.

Yuliia Savenko, born in Ukraine, is a multidisciplinary artist working across photography, painting, video, and installation. Her practice explores vulnerability, presence and the space between inner experience and external reality. She holds a BFA in Photo-Video Art and Graphic Design from the Kyiv National University of Technology and Design and has exhibited extensively at major cultural institutions throughout Ukraine and Europe.

The image attached to this press release is titled “Urban Relic” by Yuliia Savenko.

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“CalArts Showcase” Exhibition

First Floor Gallery, City Hall | November 2026 – February 2027

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting current students and alumni of California Institute of the Arts to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “CalArts Showcase” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from November 2026 through February 2027. This exhibition highlights the innovative voices and creative excellence of CalArts artists, showcasing work across a wide range of disciplines and artistic approaches. From experimental practices and conceptual explorations to refined traditional techniques, “CalArts Showcase” celebrates the school’s legacy of pushing creative boundaries. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works that reflect their artistic identity, process, and vision. The exhibition offers a platform for emerging and established artists to share their work with the community while highlighting the impact of arts education on contemporary culture.

NOTE: This exhibition will be the City’s first to feature handmade three-dimensional artwork displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.

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“Animal Kingdom” Exhibition

Newhall Community Center | June – September 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Animal Kingdom” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center from June through September 2026. This exhibition celebrates the diversity, beauty, and spirit of animals across the natural world, inviting artists to explore wildlife, domesticated animals, and symbolic representations of the animal form. From detailed portraits and dynamic movement to expressive interpretations and imaginative creatures, “Animal Kingdom” encourages artists to reflect on the relationships between humans and animals. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by fauna, ecosystems, and the emotional and cultural significance of animals. The exhibition honors animals as subjects of wonder, connection, and storytelling.

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“Seascapes” Exhibition

First Floor Gallery, City Hall | May – August 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Seascapes” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from May through August 2026. This exhibition celebrates the beauty, power, and tranquility of the ocean and coastal environments, inviting artists to reflect on humanity’s connection to the sea. From expansive shorelines and rolling waves to marine life, harbors, and underwater worlds, “Seascapes” encourages artists to explore the moods, rhythms, and visual poetry of oceanic spaces. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by coastal landscapes, sea life, boats, pirate ships, marine life, and the ever-changing nature of the water. The exhibition highlights the ocean as both a source of inspiration and a symbol of movement, reflection, and depth.

NOTE: This exhibition will feature and is seeking handmade three-dimensional artwork to be displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.

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“Dreamscapes” Exhibition

Newhall Community Center | March – June 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “DreamScapes” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center from March through June 2026. This exhibition explores the imaginative, surreal, and subconscious worlds that emerge beyond waking reality, inviting artists to visualize dreams, inner landscapes, and fantastical environments. From ethereal scenes and abstract visions to symbolic narratives and altered realities, “DreamScapes” encourages artists to blur the line between the real and the imagined. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by dreams, memory, fantasy, and the emotional spaces of the mind. The exhibition celebrates creativity without boundaries, offering viewers an immersive journey into worlds shaped by imagination and intuition.

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“I’m a Part of Nature” Exhibition

January 28, 2026 – April 15, 2026

Valencia Public Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd, Valencia, CA 91355

The City of Santa Clarita is pleased to present “I’m a Part of Nature,” a solo exhibition by Keiji Ichikawa, on view at the Valencia Library (23743 Valencia Boulevard) now through Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This exhibition invites viewers to reflect on humanity’s deep connection to the natural world through expressive, color-driven paintings inspired by lived experience and observation.

“I’m a Part of Nature” features a series of recent acrylic works that interpret real landscapes through emotion, memory and sensory perception rather than literal realism. Keiji’s paintings are rooted in the belief that humans do not own nature, but belong to it—a philosophy shaped by his childhood in Tokyo during a period of heavy pollution and reinforced through a lifetime of travel and artistic exploration. Drawing from sketches and photographs made on-site, Keiji allows color, intuition and his “six senses” to guide each composition, resulting in works that balance structure with abstraction.

Born in Japan and later living in Paris before settling in Southern California, Keiji brings a global perspective to his practice. Influenced by his parents’ work as traditional kimono artisans, he uses a limited palette of primary colors to build layered, expressive scenes. Often including a small painted self-figure within each work, Keiji invites viewers into the space of the painting, encouraging contemplation and personal connection.

Website: www.atelierkeiji.com

Social Media: @atelierkeiji

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“Saving Endangered Wildlife Through Fine Art” Exhibit

January 28, 2026 – March 30, 2026

Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main St. Santa Clarita, CA 91321

The City of Santa Clarita is pleased to present its latest art exhibition, “Saving Endangered Wildlife Through Fine Art,” by Sherif Hakeem on view now through March 30, 2026 at the Old Town Newhall Library Branch (24500 Main Street). This exhibition features hyper-realistic charcoal drawings that spotlight endangered wildlife and invite viewers to reflect on humanity’s responsibility to protect the natural world.

Through meticulous detail and striking realism, Hakeem’s work captures wildlife not as illustrations, but as living beings deserving of care and preservation. By employing hyper-realism, his drawings often resemble photographs at first glance—an intentional approach that draws viewers closer and sparks deeper engagement with the subjects portrayed. Each piece encourages conversation not only about artistic technique, but about conservation, environmental loss and the urgent need to protect vulnerable species.

Hakeem’s mission extends beyond visual impact. Portions of artwork sales from the exhibition will benefit wildlife sanctuaries and conservation efforts, transforming each piece into both a work of fine art and a call to action. “I don’t see these animals as drawings,” Hakeem shares. “I see them as real beings who cannot speak for themselves, and my work is a way to give them a voice.”

Instagram: @sherifhakeem

Website: https://fineartforawareness.com

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“Make Life Beautiful” Exhibition

January 20 – March 2, 2026

The MAIN, 24266 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321

The City of Santa Clarita is proud to announce its latest art exhibition, “Make Life Beautiful” by Aaron Koscelansky on view at The MAIN (24266 Main Street) now through March 2, 2026.

“Make Life Beautiful” is a collection of intricate, psychedelic mandalas and geometric compositions designed to captivate the senses and encourage deep reflection. Each piece is hand-painted on canvas, ranging in size from small (6” x 6”) to large (36” x 48”), using acrylic, fluorescent, and UV-reactive paints. The artworks feature layered symmetry, vibrant color transitions, and hypnotic patterns that invite viewers into a meditative visual journey.

This exhibition explores the relationship between color, symmetry, and consciousness. Mandalas have long been symbols of unity and transformation, and this collection embraces that tradition while infusing it with a modern, psychedelic aesthetic. The use of fluorescent and UV-reactive paints adds an interactive dimension, allowing the works to shift and evolve under different lighting conditions. The pieces are designed to be uplifting and immersive, encouraging viewers to find moments of stillness and inspiration within the complexity of each design.

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“Spirit of the West” Exhibition

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Spirit of the West” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from March 4 through May 20, 2026. This exhibition celebrates the enduring legacy, landscapes, and cultural imagery of the American West, inviting artists to reflect on its history, traditions, and evolving identity. From sweeping desert vistas and rugged terrain to cowboy culture, horses, western iconography, and life on the frontier, “Spirit of the West” encourages artists to explore the stories and symbolism that define the West. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by western landscapes, heritage, lifestyle, and mythology. The exhibition honors the visual heritage of the West while highlighting its continued influence on contemporary culture and artistic expression. The application will open soon and the deadline to apply is February 22, 2026.

NOTE: This exhibition will be the City’s first to feature handmade three-dimensional artwork displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.

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“Let Go” Exhibition

December 2, 2025 – February 4, 2026 

Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

“Let Go” by artist Dani Samson is a series of collages created through an intentional act of surrender.  Samson states “Using a diverse array of materials, I enlist gravity as my collaborator, dropping cut elements onto a surface and gluing them down exactly where they land. By relinquishing control, I suspend my thoughts and conditioned habits, allowing surprising compositions to emerge. This process yields arrangements that challenge my expectations, often leading to captivating material interactions that bring new depth and complexity to the work. Much like life itself, this series explores the cycle of choice, chance, acceptance, and interpretation. Each viewer brings their own perspective, assigning meaning in the same way I do when stepping back from the work. I invite audiences to spend time with these pieces, asking themselves: What could it be? What could it mean to me?”

Links to Dani Samson’s Media related to “Let Go“:

The artwork attached is titled “Portal”

Q&A with Dani Samson 

How do you usually start your creative process?
“In most of my practice, my process begins with a basic structure that I build from, such as a sketch or a reference image. There’s usually a lot of thought and intention behind how I arrange my materials, which often span multiple mediums. While I allow for looseness and moments of discovery, I tend to assert a fair amount of control over the outcome. What’s unique about the Let Go series is how radically simple the process is: gather collage materials, drop them, glue them, and observe the result. I have very little control, which makes this approach highly unusual for me.”

What is the best piece of advice you’ve received as an artist?
“There are many ways I could answer this, but one piece of advice has consistently carried me through my practice: fully own what you do. When I was first developing my creative voice, I felt self-conscious and uncertain about my work and its meaning. It’s easy, as an artist, to question the validity of what you make, how you make it, or why you make it. But leaning into your instincts, trusting your voice, and releasing shame around your work is essential. Your perspective is enough, exactly as it is.”

You use gravity as a collaborator by dropping cut elements and gluing them exactly where they land. How did you develop this technique, and what surprised you most when you began using it?
“In 2024, I challenged myself to intentionally cultivate certain qualities in both my life and my practice. One of those qualities was play. I initially approached this method as a fun exercise rather than a formal technique. I dropped the pieces simply to see what might happen. By the time I finished the first piece, I was genuinely laughing out loud with delight. The results were far more compelling and beautiful than I had anticipated, and I was surprised by the cosmic profundity of it.”

Have you ever been tempted to intervene after the pieces land, or is the commitment to “no adjustments” part of the integrity of the work?
“I am definitely tempted! But I very rarely make adjustments. Once in a while, I will flip a piece over if it lands “face down” (or what I think is face down). Other than that, I trust the process and let it be.”

How do you decide when a piece is finished, especially when chance dictates so much of the composition?
“Because I select all of the collage materials before I begin, the ending is already determined. The piece is finished when every chosen element has been used. Deciding how many pieces to select at the start is intuitive, guided by a feeling of “this is enough.” Knowing when a work is complete is an important skill in my practice overall, but in this series, the parameters make that decision more straightforward.”

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