Art Installation to support BLM by Artist Valérie Daval
Fabric, fiber, acrylic paint and natural elements

“Deeply inspired by nature and mythology, my work revolves around imaginary landscapes and the idea of family in a broad sense. For me, art as a medium of the ineffable is above all a persistent mystical search and a pursuit of the self in which the act of creation is shrouded with mystery. My work aims to be intuitive and contemplative, exploring the relationship between humanity and nature.

In 2020, shocked by George Floyd murder, I decided to honor the Black Lives Matter movement by creating a new installation: ANIMA FLAMES. Anima in Latin means soul, in ancient Greek breath, in Hebrew to breathe, it is the life of a creature or what gives life to a human being, an animal or a plant. The installation is composed of 21 different sculptures shaped like a flame, a light for all the passing souls that were assassinated by the police. Using Fiber and fabric mixed with natural elements, I have worked with the fragility of these elements, creating also rubbings of leaves and handprints in red – Color of our own blood, the same as that of others. Hand prints are both individual and universal symbol for humanity and demonstrate memories of touch and our collective unconscious.”

Valérie Daval is a visual artist based in Pasadena, CA. She studied Art and Architecture at Art school in Le Mans, France. Her work spans from drawing, painting, sculpture, installation and performance.

Please contact the artist for any inquiries
www.valeriedaval.com
50% of any sale will go to BLM.

The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association Gallery is hosting a selection of fine art landscapes in oil, pastel, and watercolor by Artists Sandy Fisher and Mardilan Lee Georgio.

Meet the artists at the opening reception at the SCAA Gallery –
Saturday August 7th from 6pm – 9pm
Enjoy Refreshments & Appetizers

Gallery Hours:
Tuesdays – Fridays 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturdays 11:00 am – 8:00pm
Sundays 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
or by appointment.
Contact Sandy or Mardilan
www.sandyfisherfineart.com
www.mardilanleegeorgio.com

The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association Gallery is hosting an exhibit of fine art by the members of the association.  Pieces will include art representing people, places, seascapes and objects found along the coast.

Every year, Santa Clarita Sister Cities hosts a literary and art competition open to students ages 13-18 from Santa Clarita and its sister cities, Tena and Sariaya. The Santa Clarita showcase offers students an opportunity to submit an artwork, essay, poetry, photograph, original music, or reinterpreted music that address the current year’s theme. The winning entries from Santa Clarita’s students and from its sister cities are sent to Washington, D.C. to compete with submissions from other Sister Cities organizations across the United States for the $1,000-grand prize for each category.

About the Theme:
The COVID-19 pandemic is a unique phenomenon in that it has affected every country around the globe.  However, as is common in tragedies, hope shines through for those who persevere.  Hope is a uniting force during this time as people struggle to cope with the ongoing effects and once again start to imagine a life without social distancing or wearing a mask. Indeed, the younger generation is capable of dreaming of a human existence that is even more dynamic, more advanced, and more resilient than ever before.

Students are asked to explore the following questions through the lens of citizen diplomacy and include creative ways that we stand together looking toward the future.

• How can the next generation of citizen diplomats help communities respond during and after the pandemic?

• In what ways does international experience affect an individual’s or community’s ability to stay hopeful?

• What are some examples or illustrations of coming together and celebrating our hope in humanity and its future?

• What are some unique ways that your city, country, or culture has proven to be hopeful during the past year?

‘Culture Club’ features art representing traditional foods, dress, people, objects and gatherings from different cultures. The gallery is currently closed due to Covid, but is open by appointment. Please contact us at scaartists01@gmail.com or call Chrystal Walker at 818-322-5045 for information on gallery appointments or art purchases.