Past Exhibitions

July 21, 2025 – September 22, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, Allure by artist Frank Rock, on view from July 21, 2025 – September 22, 2025, located at The MAIN. This coastal-inspired collection captures the vibrant beauty, emotional depth, and ever-changing rhythm of the ocean through Rock’s expressive and colorful brushwork.

Drawing from real-life travels and treasured memories, Allure explores the sensory experience of beach life—from the sunlit waves and tropical breezes to the personal reflections stirred by the sea. Each painting offers a unique perspective on the shoreline, celebrating both the intimate and powerful presence of the ocean.

A reception will be held on September 3, 2025, offering an opportunity to meet the artist and enjoy an evening of art and community. The event will be held from 6:00pm – 8:00pm and is free and open to the public.

June 30, 2025 – September 16, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, “Encapsulating Bloom” by Angelica Gomez, which will be on view from June 30, 2025 – to September 16, 2025, located at the Canyon Country Community Center. In Encapsulating Bloom, Angelica Gomez presents a series of paintings where allegory explores a moment of emotional maturity. Though each piece is inspired by a particular phase in her life, the narrative she tells is an expression that growth doesn’t stop once you “arrive,” but continues at every stage of life. Reflecting a state of being immersed in an emotional world, she invites viewers to step into their own inner landscapes—to recall their own moments of curiosity, reflection, and self-discovery, where personal realizations emerge from the freedom of imagination.

May 28, 2025 – July 30, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, “Walk with Me” by photographer Nima Kharrazi, on view May 28, 2025 – July 30, 2025, at the Valencia Library. This captivating collection showcases Kharrazi’s deep appreciation for the natural world and the fleeting, breathtaking moments found within it. Through vivid landscapes and sun-drenched scenes, this exhibition invites viewers on a journey through forests, mountains, and coastlines — all captured in pursuit of light. From fiery sunsets to quiet trails, Kharrazi’s photography reminds us of the beauty and wonder that still surrounds us. His work serves as a visual reminder to pause, breathe, and be present with the world’s natural brilliance.

Q&A with Nima Kharrazi

Can you talk about a specific moment when you pulled over to photograph a scene? What caught your eye and what did it feel like to capture it?
“I was riding my bicycle to one of the trails and was overwhelmed by the simplicity of the beauty. It felt like seeing something that millions of other people had seen but not fully clocked. It was like finding a secret.”

How do you usually start your creative process?
“I usually walk, hike or ride my bicycle around town and find cool things to take photos of. Sometimes it’s travel related, and I’m noticing something that most people are snow-blind to.”

What is the best piece of advice you’ve received as an artist?
“I tend to be very self-dismissive when people ask me about my art. I say things like, “Oh, I just take pics from my iPhone” or “Oh, I was walking and saw something cool and snapped a quick pic”. But when it actually touches someone, that lets me see that everyone has their own interpretation of art – photos included. So, trust the process and believe in yourself.”

How do you know when your collection is finished?
“It’s never finished. I’ll keep finding things that stick out to me years later. 20 years ago, I took a picture of a Hermit Crab I found on the beach in Mexico. Then, 10 years ago I found another one in the Dominican Republic and snapped that picture. I’d love to have a collection, but whenever it happens. I’m not rushing to find them, they find me.”

Do you have a favorite photograph you’ve captured?
“My family lives in Effingham and they have horses and acres of land. When I go visit, there are a few places I love to see. One of them is the forest that connects them to Horsley. On your way there, you can see the Effingham Common which is a large swath of land that has a pond and a big tree with a rope swing. That is easily one of my favorite places.”

Do you have any tips for photographers starting out?
“Get either a smart phone with a lot of storage or a little digital camera with decent resolution and go shoot everything. One that helped me was doing daily “Gratitude Walks” where I walk around and find things I’m grateful for like rabbits, lizards, squirrels and grasshoppers. It helps you really look around and see what is around you. You find beauty where most people are just walking by. Just keep taking photos and you’ll find what inspires you most. For me, it’s mostly nature.”

What’s next for your photography journey? Are there any future series or new locations you’re excited to explore?
“I’m currently working on a Magnolia flower series. From green bud, white bloom, full bloom, brown petals and finally just the stamen. It would hang in a 5-piece frame, or 5 individual pieces hung next to each other. I’m really into this idea and I was inspired by my sister, Sarah, who said it would look cool.”

May 21, 2025 – August 19, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita is excited to announce a new exhibition “The Reading Tree” at the Old Town Newhall Library on view from May 21, 2025 – August 12, 2025. This exhibition will display 12 original acrylic paintings used as the inspiration and illustrations in The Reading Tree, a children’s picture book. Artist Therese Verner created the original Reading Tree paintings when she was inspired to write a children’s picture book with a magical storyline. The purpose of the exhibition is to spark children’s imagination, bring them into The Reading Tree’s magical world, where trees and animals can talk, and unicorns come alive!

Exhibiting Artist: Therese Verner

May 14, 2025 – August 20, 2025

City of Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, CA 91355

The City of Santa Clarita is proud to present its newest exhibition, “Beyond the Desk,” on view from May 14 through August 20, 2025, at the First Floor Gallery located in City Hall. This special juried exhibition is the City’s first-ever show exclusively featuring artwork by City of Santa Clarita staff and their families. “Beyond the Desk” celebrates the creativity, passion, and artistic expression found within our workforce. The exhibit provides a platform for City employees and their families to share their unique artistic voices with the broader community. Artists have submitted work across a variety of styles and mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. The result is a vibrant and diverse showcase that reflects the talent and imagination that exists beyond the professional roles we see every day.

A special reception will be held in the First Floor Gallery at City Hall on Thursday, June 5, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artists and enjoy refreshments.

The exhibiting artists include Billie Abreu, Jared Anderson, Michele Arima, Joel Bareng, Leah Becker, Ellen Bernal, Leyan Cooksey, Parrish Cooksey, Jennifer De Avila, Pablo Cevallos, Ryan Drake, Dan Duncan, Cailin Garcia, Elizabeth Gutierrez, Damon Letz, Sean Lopez, Rosemary McCollister, Michelle Miracle, Katherine Nestved, Andy Olson, Christine Phachanh, Kevin Reynolds, Joe Redmond, Georgia Rios, Diana Rodriguez, Andrew Saiz, Christine Saunders, Tess Sigmen, Lone Stamper, Alan Stump, Darlene Stump, Elle Thompson, Alina Vinales, and Karolina Wasowicz.

April 30, 2025 – July 21, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, Angel Art by artist Krishna Thangavelu, on view from April 30, 2025 – July 21, 2025, at The MAIN. This powerful collection features paintings that survived the Palisades Fire—bright, expressive works that now stand as testaments to resilience, renewal, and the enduring power of art.

The exhibition showcases pieces from Thangavelu’s Floral and Oceanscapes series, including vivid portrayals of blooming landscapes, moonlit waters, and radiant sunsets. Created on canvas and wood panels, these paintings invite viewers to reflect on the beauty of the natural world and the strength found in transformation.

The reception will be held on May 15, 2025, offering a chance to meet the artist and explore the inspiring stories behind the work. The event is free and open to the public.

April 16, 2025 – May 21, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, “9th Annual Youth Arts Showcase Exhibition” which will be on view from April 16, 2025 – May 21, 2025, located at the Old Town Newhall Library. This exhibit features the inspiring work of young artists from the 9th Annual Youth Arts Showcase Painters, Pictures and Prose Contest. Public, private and homeschooled students, grades K-12, within the City of Santa Clarita were invited to submit artwork for this year’s theme “Friendship: The Heartbeat of Global Peace”. This contest highlights the creativity of students in both visual and literary arts.

April 16, 2025 – July 7, 2025

Newhall Community Center, 22421 Market St, Newhall CA 91321 

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition, “Childhood Memories” which will be on view from April 16, 2025 – July 7, 2025, located at the Newhall Community Center. This exhibition explores the themes of nostalgia, innocence and imagination, inviting artists to reflect on moments that shaped their youth. From cherished personal experiences and beloved toys to childhood games and familiar places, this exhibit celebrates the magic of growing up. Artists captured the wonder, joy and passage of time through a variety of styles including whimsical illustrations, realistic depictions and abstract interpretations of memory.

The exhibiting artists include Josh Anderson, Zharmaine Boatman, Garry Carlson, Sydney Coleman, Liane Enkelis, Meghann Flaherty, James Frost, Meryl Goudey, Carrie Gordon, Gabrielle Henderson, Yvette Nicole Kolodji, Bo Logan, Teddy Marsh, Dar Sang Agustin, Mario Solozano, Melissa Termini, Jayme Thomas, and Elizabeth Woiwode.

March 24, 2025 – June 30, 2025

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

The City of Santa Clarita announces a new exhibition “Fortitude” by Sena Clara Creston which will be on view from March 24, 2025 – to June 30, 2025 located at the Canyon Country Community Center. Fortitude is a series of impromptu driftwood huts taken on mostly the same California beach. The enterable huts project security and fantasy, offset by precarious construction of dilapidated materials in an eroding landscape to create a sense of unease for environmental uncertainty. Fortitude displays the (un)natural and (de)constructive lives of large trees in this liminal landscape between where we were, where we are, and where we wish to be; inviting viewers to experience, empathize, and engage with their role in the imminent. (In)Secure structures in a deteriorating environment communicate the need to protect what we need for protection.