Past Art Exhibitions Held in the Santa Clarita Valley Area

The Power of Creativity by Million Little

May 26, 2023 – September 22, 2023

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

Since 2010 Million Little has been providing strengths-based therapeutic arts programs and ongoing research projects for schools and community organizations in Los Angeles County and beyond. They have helped over 1,000 children and adults who have experienced incarceration, abuse, neglect, poverty and homelessness. Million Little’s approach enables children to fully commit to the process, to use their creativity to learn, develop, and grow, and to have their authentic and unique cultures honored and valued in the learning experience.

“The name Million Little embodies the idea of a million little opportunities, possibilities, moments of joy and laughter, healing and peace. It represents a million little ideas.”

To learn more about Million Little and their programs, please visit www.millionlittle.com

Fantasy

May 19, 2023 – September 15, 2023

First Floor Gallery located at Santa Clarita City Hall
23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, CA 91355

The City of Santa Clarita welcomes the newest art exhibition, “Fantasy” at the First Floor Gallery of Santa Clarita City Hall (23920 Valencia Boulevard). The art exhibit will be on display at City Hall from May 19 – September 15, 2023.

“Fantasy” brings together a group of artistic creatives to showcase their original interpretations on the fantastical. Throughout history, artists have blended historical sources with creative imagination to provide glimpses into illusionary and transcendental worlds. “Fantasy” showcases our artists’ creative depictions of otherworldly stories, fairytales, myths, and legends. The community is invited to explore the magical elements of art and create their own interpretations of the scenes and stories told in this wonderful exhibition.

Join the City for an evening to discuss the featured artwork and get to know the artists behind the original artworks on June 2 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the First Floor Gallery. Enjoy light refreshments and live music by Manak Khamvongsa throughout the evening.

To learn more about “Fantasy” and upcoming art opportunities with the City of Santa Clarita, please contact Stephanie Jacinto at sjacinto@santa-clarita.com.

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The Space in Between by Jennifer Van
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The Space in Between by Jennifer Van

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The Space in Between by Jennifer Van

April 26, 2023 – August 11, 2023

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

Jennifer Van (1993 –) grew up in California’s Central Valley and lives in Santa Clarita, CA. She is pursuing an MFA in Photography and Related Media at the California Institute of the Arts. She is currently the director of Strata Gallery, a nonprofit gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Van’s photography contemplates themes of time, fragmentation, and identity. Her artwork has been exhibited in California, New Mexico, and New York.

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Q&A with Jennifer Van

What is your background? How did you get into art?
Originally, I was a trained classical pianist, but while I was in Junior College I transitioned into art as I always enjoyed creating things for other people. After Junior College, I went to California State University Stanislaus and worked toward my BFA in Graphic Arts and an BA in Art History. It was during my time at CSU Stanislaus that I realized my passion for photography, which felt like it opened up a new world for me as a form of expression. I am currently working towards my MFA in Photography and Related Media at California Institute of the Arts.

Tell me about your favorite medium.
Currently, my favorite medium is photography. Photography for me is a way to express myself and to find a way to relate to others. One of the beautiful things about photography is that it can capture a moment and preserve it as a slice of time. All we have are moments of time with each other and it is important to acknowledge how precious those moments are.

Do you have any tips for other artists who are just starting out?
Just take chances and be kind to yourself. For me, I went through many different paths before I reached a place that felt just right for me. Some people find their passions early which is great, and others take time to find what they truly believe in and that is okay too. But when you do find a medium that works for you, explore it, and know that over time it will change and evolve.

How long have you been creating?
While I have always been taking pictures even as a child, I started focusing on photography in 2018 while in college. I started to pursue art in general in 2011 when I graduated high school. In total that is 12 years of working as an artist! I don’t believe I will ever be done creating as art is a lifelong journey and I am excited to see what the future holds.

What motivates you to create?
My artwork comes from personal experience and I have found that artwork that comes from a personal space tends to relate to people around you. Art is a wonderful way to learn more about yourself and to have an outlet for expression. In addition, it can be a great way to build a community with those around you.

Soft Reproaches by David Olivant
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Soft Reproaches by David Olivant

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Soft Reproaches by David Olivant

April 26, 2023 – June 23, 2023

Valencia Library
23743 West Valencia Blvd
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

David Olivant was born in 1958 and grew up in Watford, a non-descript town on the northwest edge of London. He was awarded a BA in Art from the Falmouth School of Art in England in 1980 after which he studied for three years at the Royal College of Art in London where he received an MA in Painting in 1984. Following graduation, he was awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship to work in India. He lived in New Delhi for three years in the late 1980’s. After a brief return to England and a short residence in Stockholm, he met his wife Katie in Denmark and moved to Kansas City, her home town in the United States. A notable moment in Olivant’s career is when he had a solo show in 1990 at the Center for International Contemporary Art in NYC, just a stone’s throw from MOMA. He was favorably full-page reviewed by Kay Larsson in New York Magazine which led to his ultimately being approached by Stephen Solovy in Chicago. Olivant has periodically contributed reviews to Art Critical, Art Ltd and Square Cylinder. His first teaching position was at Southwest Texas State University in 1992, after which he accepted a post at California State University of Stanislaus in 1995, where he taught for 25 years before retiring in 2020 and moving to Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is now an artist member of Amos Eno Gallery in Brooklyn, NY. David’s work has undergone many changes of style, medium, and intention during a thirty-six year career as an artist. These incarnations of his restless spirit ultimately share with Vedanta philosophy the attempt to seek the very thing that does the seeking.

Pop Culture
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Pop Culture

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Pop Culture

September 15, 2023 – January 12, 2024

First Floor Gallery located at Santa Clarita City Hall
23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, CA 91355

The City of Santa Clarita is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” at the First Floor Gallery within Santa Clarita’s City Hall. This captivating showcase will run from September 15, 2023, through January 12, 2024, with a special reception event planned for Friday, September 29, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Embracing the fusion of art and pop culture, “Pop Culture” welcomes the community to explore this dynamic, ever-evolving landscape through the eyes of our gifted exhibiting artists. The exhibition pays homage to the diverse facets of popular culture, spanning from iconic comic book characters to beloved musicians. Each artwork captures the essence and nostalgia of pop culture movements, providing viewers with a vibrant visual experience. The “Pop Culture” exhibition invites everyone to immerse themselves in a kaleidoscope of colors, textures, and style, bringing the gap between art and the contemporary zeitgeist. It is an opportunity to celebrate the enduring influence and power of pop culture.

Please join the City for an evening to discuss the featured artwork and get to know the artists behind the original artworks on Friday, September 29 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the First Floor Gallery. Enjoy light refreshments and live music by Manak Khamvongsa throughout the evening.

Exhibiting Artists:
Angel Barris, Ashley Chafin, Brandon Smith, Corey Jones, Daryl Bibicoff, Castro Frank, Jermaine Saunders, Jessi Hernandez, JJ Pomegranate, Lori Wakefield, Lynnda Rakos, Michael Montemayor, U.S. Department of Illegal Superheroes, Pamela Mooney, Raffaela Malazarte, Robert Koss, Rosanne Haddad, Sam Pocker, @whalelovergirls

How to Purchase Artwork:
For inquiries and to purchase artwork, please contact the artist directly.
Delivery will be arranged by the artist after the show ends on January 12, 2024.

To learn more about “Pop Culture” and upcoming art opportunities with the City of Santa Clarita, please contact Stephanie Jacinto at sjacinto@santa-clarita.com.

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Splattered Skies – Cody TheCreative
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Splattered Skies – Cody TheCreative

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Splattered Skies – Cody TheCreative

February 1 – April 21, 2023

Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library BRANCH
18601 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

Bio: I’m exploring myself and nature through representational and abstract art. The fuel for the abstracts are all the emotions in me at that moment: it’s pain; it’s sorrow; it’s passion; it’s excitement; it’s hope; it’s despair; it’s love. It’s so many things colliding all at once. Whatever raises its hand, the highest gets called on. The scenes are my response to the results of the abstracts and are inspired by all the beautiful places and things I’ve seen on my travels. Some are very specific, while others are only suggestive. I never know what is going to be painted on top of the abstract until I see it.

Artist Website: Home (codythecreative.com)

Restless Mind, Rich in Expression by Sylvia Schorn

December 16, 2022 – April 14, 2023

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

Sylvia Schorn, an Austrian multifaceted artist, lives and works in Santa Monica, California. She masters many forms of artistic expressions. Whether it is painting, sculpting, designing or teaching, her favorite themes are as diverse as her works. In her studio she uses all types of materials, wood, metal, gold, sterling silver, precious and semi-precious stones, clay, … As a visionary artist she harnesses the power of art as a vehicle to shift her awareness beyond the limited, predictable material world and moves into the quantum field of infinite possibilities. She discovered her love, passion and “calling” as an artist as a young child. She won her first art prize with the age of 12, by designing the stage backdrop for a fairy tale for the city theater in Austria. Her creative process mirrors a natural tendency in her being to be a dot connector. Identifying threads of connection between nature, sacred geometry and countless subjects studied by humankind, her artwork transcends boundaries of separation by revealing fundamental pattern of unity. Gathering inspiration from the enrapturing beauty of nature, metaphysics, mystical experiences and ancient civilizations, she illustrates a deeper language not explainable with words. Her artistic compositions coexist and spontaneously merge with her work in a constant search for deeper expression. She continues to explore different techniques in painting, sculpting and jewelry design with an enduring commitment to create powerful art inspired by her Quantum journey and also her natural surroundings. Sylvia has shown her work in group and solo exhibitions in the US and Europe, and she teaches creative expression to adults and our youngest community. During her career she also taught workshops at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. She is presently working on a book with the title “Quantum journey paintings” advocating a deep connection with the subconscious and its wisdom.

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Connections: Connecting through Art, Nature, Healing, and Story
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Connections: Connecting through Art, Nature, Healing, and Story

Past Exhibitions, Uncategorized

Connections: Connecting through Art, Nature, Healing, and Story

December 2, 2022 – February 24, 2023

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

Reception for Old Town Newhall Library: December 11, 2022, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm

December 28, 2022 – February 24, 2023

Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library BRANCH
18601 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

Reception for Canyon Country Library: December 28, 2022, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Artwork will be displayed at the two locations listed above.

The City of Santa Clarita Public Library partnered with Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural to provide a Poetry and Art Workshop for children and teens at the Newhall Community Center and the Canyon Country Community Center. Guided by poet, Xitlalic Guijosa, the young artists created mixed media poetry collages answering the question: What does community mean to me?

This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a nonprofit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org

Storytelling
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Storytelling

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Storytelling

December 9, 2022 – March 3, 2023

First Floor Gallery at City Hall
23920 Valencia Blvd #120, Valencia, CA 91355

Art in Image by Lorie Auguste

Storytelling is a collection of works that share the stories of the creation process or symbols behind the subject matter. The goal of this group exhibition is for viewers to explore the deeper meanings of the works by inviting them into the storytelling process. Each artist was encouraged to include a story with the artwork to provide a deeper connection to the works. The works vary from moments from hikes to childhood memories, world events, and more.

Get lost in the artistic talent and storytelling of the artists.

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Odds N’ Ends From A Mental Attic by Mike Farrell

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.

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