November 21, 2022 – March 13, 2023
Newhall Community Center
22421 Market St, Newhall, CA 91321
Mike Farrel lives and works in Elizabeth Lake CA. largely self-taught, works in colored pencil, graphite, and pen & ink. When not bent over his task at the drawing table, he enjoys hiking, cooking, listening to music, and walking his dogs.
October 7 – February 2, 2023
Valencia Library BRANCH
23743 West Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
These pieces created with photography & watercolor painted on wood and reformed together in the digital realm are prints representative of his own redecorated view of the world. The key to this work is the layers. Layering of time, material, in thought, nostalgia, pulling from dissatisfaction or sourcing feelings explored through stories, some expressing playfulness, some reaching for hope. And then the notion to put together imagery in multiple mediums that create an unseen place that could be traveled to. Each created part is a unique process developed with the idea of making a different place. The wooden pieces chosen are mostly discarded and damaged, some left over, not used or beyond purpose.
September 16 – December 9, 2022
First Floor Gallery at City Hall
23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, CA 91355
Art in Image by AnnLi Tico
Surrealism by definition means, “a 20th-century avant-garde movement in art and literature which sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind, for example by the irrational juxtaposition of images.” Famous artists, for example include Salvador Dali, René Magritte, Frida Kahlo, Andre Breton, Man Ray, and others. This group show exhibits an array of surrealist inspired artworks.
Virtual Gallery: Coming Soon
September 9 – December 16, 2022
Canyon Country Community Center
18410 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91351
Ocean Abstractions: Wet and Watery a collection of abstract acrylic paintings reflecting the colors and feel of the sea by Nancy Eckels
Nancy has had a lifelong interest in the ocean, and in nature in general. Eckels loves to snorkel and scuba dive. The colors of the beach, the tropical ocean, and the fish and corals that live below influence her when she paints.
Since her work is totally abstract, it comes entirely from her head, heart, and imagination. Anything that has contributed to her sense of color, texture and composition, becomes the basis of what eventually comes from her hands and brushes. Her visits with nature through visiting national parks during her childhood were, she is sure, a very big part of what comes from her brain when she’s painting. Her mother, a traditional watercolorist, once jokingly stated she would be interested in seeing the inside of that brain.
Monday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday – Sunday Closed
The First Floor Gallery runs along the first floor hallway located inside City Hall. The space showcases thematic group exhibits across various themes and mediums, celebrating the broad artist talent of Santa Clarita and surrounding areas. The First Floor Gallery is also home to the “City of Golden Dreams” mural painted by Miguel Angel Ramirez.
Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 8 PM
Friday 10 AM – 6PM
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday 1 AM – 5 PM
This exhibit space is located inside the library’s Community Room, where community members gather for classes, meetings, and workshops. This space collaborates with local and non-profit organizations like Santa Clarita Artist’s Association and Santa Clarita Valley Photographer Association to display group artwork. The room also features the “Adventures in Fantasy” mural, painted in 1976 by artists Kurt Conner and Jedd Strange and originally housed in Newhall’s historic Pardee House.
22421 Market St, Newhall, CA 91321
Monday – Friday 9 AM – 7 PM
Saturday – Sunday Closed
The Newhall Community Center is a popular gathering place for Santa Clarita Valley residents of all ages to participate in classes and other activities. The exhibit space, which houses mostly group but some solo displays, runs along the hallway that leads to the classrooms. The Newhall Community Center is also home to the “Community in Action” mural, a project of the Special Children’s Art Foundation.
23743 West Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m – 5:00 p.m.
Hanging above the children’s area in Valencia Library displays five original art pieces created specifically for this space. A call is sent out in the middle of the year, searching for five individual artists to submit proposals for a chosen theme. Selected artists are provided a 5-foot by 5-foot canvas to create their proposal, displaying the art for a year. These art pieces offer a unique and creative experience for children and families.
23743 West Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 8 PM
Friday 10 AM – 6PM
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday 1 AM – 5 PM
This exhibit is located in the heart of Valencia Library, right past the reception desk. The space highlights local artists, displaying solo exhibitions showcasing artists’ portfolios. Visit Valencia library to get to know local artists from the community.
18410 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91351
| Monday – Friday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The new Canyon Country Community Center’s foyer is dedicated to showcasing various solo exhibitions. Community members utilize the facility for multiple opportunities, including workshops, sports, and events. The exhibit space offers a unique setting to guests visiting the facility. Canyon Country Community Center is also home to various public art projects, like the Communitree and Circle Song.
