I believe that Art reaches the hearts and souls of people in a more direct way than any other activity, therefore art is a responsibility. I like to think that art is one of the most powerful weapons making this world a better place.
Through “Toonymania,” the painting style that I created, my intention is for people to connect to their most positive emotions from the very first moment they’re exposed to my art, being able to disconnect from the real world and entering into a completely novel one. This journey begins as they discover what I denote as my “creatures,” all of which form and develop a bigger, deeper and more complex but enlightening piece of art. Each and every one of my so-called creatures are actually cartoons fixed as puzzle pieces, but as in real life, each piece has its own particular meaning; nothing is “the same.” Each piece is unique and is an essential part of the whole.
My artwork has a singularity, something that literally makes it “one of a kind.” Every single time you stand in front of one of my paintings, you will not only feel as if it’s the first time you’re seeing it, you’ll actually discover elements that you didn’t even know were there.
My hope is that the message I try to convey through my art be understood by everyone: a simple message of love, happiness, respect for nature, for ourselves and for others.

The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association Gallery is hosting ‘Tiny Treasures’ an exhibit of fine art by the members of the association. This show will feature small fine artwork under 12″ x 12″ in any theme. Prices are perfect for gifts.

SCAA virtual Zoom reception will be on Nov. 13, 5-7 pm.  

https://www.santaclaritaartists.org

ID 884 6198 1481 passcode 780207

Featured artists:

Olga Kaczmar 

Margaret Raab 

George Goldberg 

Dody Rogers 

Laurie Morgan 

Susan Contreras 

Mardilan Georgio 

Sandy Fisher 

Nora Koeber 

Nadiya Littlewarrior 

Peggy Patti

Jen Sher 

Charlotte Mullich 

Gallery hours are Saturday & Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. at 22508 6th St. Newhall, CA 91321.

We are delighted to bring you this exhibition of recent works by artist Brooke Sauer. Originally scheduled to exhibit with the College of the Canyons Art Gallery in the Spring, her one-person exhibition with us had to be postponed due to the pandemic. We share her work here, presented in a virtual format.

Brooke’s most recent works, gathered here in Out in the Blue, were born outdoors. Her evocative prints are inspired by hikes and adventures undertaken with family and friends, and explore wild and natural worlds as well as the interior worlds that she suggests spending time in nature (or with a good book) can open in all of us.

Created by combining painting with a photographic printing process called cyanotype, which gives them their rich blue color, these works are made using water, light, and the pressed plants the artist gathers while hiking. In a time when many of us are spending our days sequestered inside, her works cogently remind us that striving to conserve and connect to the natural world can provide deep possibilities and opportunities for renewal.

– Pamela Lewis

“I seek to find the mystical in the ordinary. I believe magic is all around us, but we discount it simply because it exists. If a peacock were not real, it would likely live in our imaginations as a mythical animal, as magical as a unicorn. I want the viewer to see the world anew, and to be reminded of the awe and wonder that we take for granted in our everyday lives. I know that in these current times, especially, people are struggling for so many reasons. The world can feel grey, dismal, and even hopeless. But even during times of great strife, I want to help people see that there is still beauty in the world, by celebrating that sacred, magical ‘something’ in my art. I hope my work can serve as a moment of relief from all the stress and burdens of the world, and as a reminder of how beautiful life, the world, really is.”

The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association hosted a 14-Day Art Challenge featuring one word per day to inspire creativity. Themes: Appetite – Bubbles – Overgrown – Virus – Mountain – Coffee – Backyard – Shoes – Fear – Treasure – Colorful – Blessing – Crazy – Peaceful.

Through the Community Art Wall, The City of Santa Clarita in partnership with the Westfield Valencia Town Center, offers an opportunity for the five Santa Clarita Valley school districts to display their students’ art.  The art displayed this month offers a variety of styles and techniques from the nine Sulphur Springs School District’s community schools. Currently, the Community Wall consists of artwork from nine local schools:

Canyon Springs Community School
Fair Oaks Community School
Golden Oak Community School
Leona Cox Community School
Mint Canyon Community School
Mitchell Community School
Pinetree Community School
Sulphur Springs Community School
Valley View Community School

The Santa Clarita Artists’ Association Gallery is hosting an exhibit of fine art by the members of the association.  Native Identity represents your roots, your heritage and your pride in who you and your loved ones are. The gallery is currently closed, but is available by appointment only. Art is available for purchase. Contact Ckay@ckayart.com.