“Perspectives” by Aazam Irilian invites the viewer to decide what is being seen or experienced, it is about the viewer’s perspective.

Irilian’s paintings are created through combining mineral solutions, acrylic, fabric dyes and oil on canvas. The use of layers and mediums create textures and depth within the space, resulting in crystal formation on canvas. The artist is inspired by nature and the experience of being pulled in by every movement, curve, fragrance, and texture. Painting intuitively to capture the light and positive energy explores the unlimited elements of nature.

The exhibit will be available for viewing from December 16, 2021 through March 17, 2022.

You can also visit virtually, by going to: https://www.artsteps.com/embed/61b3970017a2493c6a02bd39/560/315

Learn more about each featured art exhibit and upcoming art opportunities by visiting SantaClaritaArts.com or by contacting Sydney Adam at sadam@santa-clarita.com.

The City of Santa Clarita, Westfield Valencia Town Center and the Castaic Union School District have partnered to bring you the Community Art Wall. The display will feature the artwork created by students in various grade levels, from Kindergarten to sixth grade. The art wall is a great way to showcase the masterpieces created using different art mediums.

The Collage Lab presents their new collective exhibit, “Picking Up The Pieces.” This collaboration is a selection of recent works reflecting thoughts, ideas, feelings and inspirations that carried the artists through the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. The adventure of Collage Lab began in 2014 and continues to meet monthly to set creative challenges, share ideas and demonstrate techniques. Participating artists include Janet Black, Karen L. Brown, Virginia Buckle, Tasia Erickson, Karen Hoffberg, Joyce Lombard, Darlene Roker, Mary Kolada Scott, Janna Valenzuela and Wendy Winet. Their previous exhibits include “Sticking Together (2017),” at the Buenaventura Art Association and Newhall Library and “In Their Footsteps (2020),” a celebration of the 100th anniversary of Women’s Suffrage, shown at the Hillcrest Center for the Arts.

Reception: Thursday, January 20, 2022 | 7 – 10 pm

Pampered Pets showcases the furry, feathery, and scaly friends that may live in your home. Pets bring comfort, joy, and definitely entertainment to any household. Each artwork shows the spunk, attitude, and personality of each pet! Be sure to stroll through the exhibit and find your favorite pet.

Featured artists: Judith Hopkins, Laurie Morgan, Lisa Schindewolf, Mardilan Georgio, Nancy Schier, Paige Bridges, Rosanne Haddad, Therese A. Verner, Vivianne Bowman.

Virtual Gallery:  HERE

Join the City for an artists reception to discuss the featured artwork and get to know the artists behind the unique pieces on December 8 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at First Floor Gallery. Enjoy light refreshments and live music as you stroll through the gallery.

Creative Faces invites artists and viewers to look at the inspired ways of representing oneself or another being. The purpose of this exhibit is to stray away from the usual realistic portraits, and get creative with portraits. Walk through First Floor Gallery to witness the creative and artistic interpretations of human identity. The group show consists of 31 artists and 34 creative faces

It may also be visited virtually by visiting: https://www.artsteps.com/embed/619d4f61a7901767b32eadf6/560/315

To learn more about “Creative Faces at First Floor Gallery” and upcoming art opportunities with the City of Santa Clarita, please contact Sydney Adam at sadam@santa-clarita.com.

Artist Reception: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 | 6 – 8 pm

The City of Santa Clarita and ARTree are pleased to announce this student and teacher exhibit featuring 8 teachers and 11 students (past and present). This exhibition will show through April 15 at the Old Town Newhall Library Community Room.

Through the eyes of a tree, the center of a knot, or the intuition by their branches, music can be heard within the soul or the trunk of a magnificent being. Trees are just as remarkable and even more so than we give them credit for, and they remind me of some of the music I listen to, all individually talented with a melody heard. This exhibit is a mixture of trees and music artists from Marilyn Monroe to Jim Morrison. Two of my favorite things in this life of mine are those of branches and lyrics and somehow are lyrically growing, day by day and throughout history. Like trees, musically talented artists are never forgotten.

On exhibit from December 2, 2021 to January 3, 2022

Artist – Skye Amber Sweet

Artist Statement:

On my father’s side, I am a descendant of enslaved people, and on my mother’s side, I am a descendant of European immigrants. Memories, dreams, self-love, healing, and history have all played a part in making this current collection come to fruition.

I could not paint for the entirety of 2020. I was in a dark spot. So, it took time to formulate my thoughts after so many years of trauma both witnessed and personally experienced. This is partly because I am a perfectionist, and as many have pointed out to me over the years, it can be a crippling disposition. With that in mind, I decided to get free of it and just paint because no matter how hard I try, I will never get it perfect— not an idea, not life, not anything, so I just painted. This show is an attempt to express me and hopefully, by doing so, something will resonate in others because I know I am not alone in my pain. I know I am not alone in my desire to heal through love and self-reflection.

(What you are seeing is an excerpt of work from my original solo exhibition called “New Eyes.”  The original show consisted of over 40 paintings— many of which have since been sold. To view the entire portfolio please visit sarahlouisewilson.com or my Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/SarahartstoreUS ).