Originally from Panama, Carlos is a self-taught mixed-media artist who always appreciated art, but never had any intentions of becoming an artist. Over time he went from just using crushed eggshells to other repurposed items like drinking straws, leaves, etc., but it was the suggestion from a co-worker to use shredded CDs as a medium that really took his next pieces to a whole new level.

Because art can be subjective, Carlos aims to offer an array of images, styles, mediums and more. With the use of recycled materials, he expresses his vision to reach a growing audience. Many of his recent works shown in this exhibit include broken glass, providing interaction with lighting.

As an art admirer, Carlos always gravitated to artists whose work seemed to be constantly evolving, so it seems natural that this would be Carlos’ goal: to try to find new expressions of mixed-media art with his preferred mediums, all the while giving hsi audience new manifestations of his creativity and love for art.

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The City of Santa Clarita would like to recognize our SCV seniors, as well as the thousands of graduates across the country. In celebration of this momentous occasion, City of Santa Clarita’s Arts Commission is showcasing decorated caps from across the nation in a virtual gallery for all 2020 graduates.

Graduation is a huge milestone; part of that celebration is decorating the mortarboard and wearing it proudly to the graduation ceremony. Unfortunately, many are not able to wear their decorated cap during this time, but we still want to see your cap! 

SOLO SHOW: pArts by Suzi Kades

TOWN CENTER ART SPACE AT THE WESTFIELD VALENCIA TOWN CENTER

Community invited to reception celebrating “pArts” exhibit on February 12, 2020

Be inspired by the unique creations by Suzi Kades in her solo show “pArts.” With a passion for the environment and a creative mind, Kades upcycles random and odd materials to create little figures and scenes. Her belief that anything can be created from something is evident in her works. She hopes to inspire all ages to recycle and repurpose old materials into a creative outlet. The exhibit will be on display from February 12, 2020 to April 6, 2020.

RECEPTION:
The community is invited and welcome to attend the reception on Wednesday, February 12, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Westfield Valencia Mall. Food, drinks, music, and art will be provided!

Philadelphia native Suzi Kades has lived in the Santa Clarita Valley since 1995.  Educated at both Tyler School of Art and Parsons School of Design in New York City, she was a freelance illustrator in NYC before moving to Southern California in 1985. This talented local artist creates both paintings and sculpture. Along with fine art, her passion for creating environments through the strategic use of color has transformed countless homes and businesses throughout the Los Angeles region. Suzi has seized every opportunity to work with children and is currently the Artist in Residence for the City of Santa Clarita’s four elementary school districts. She is committed to inspiring creativity in everyone.   suzikades.com

Town Center Art Space is located at 24201 Valencia Blvd. Santa Clarita, CA 91355. The business hours are Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For more information regarding the art exhibit, please contact Katherine Nestved at knestved@santa-clarita.com or call (661) 250-3777. For details regarding other City art exhibits, please visit SantaClaritaArts.com.

Local artist Tony Hanna shares original art in a collaboration of digital and mixed media paint that translates into images full of depth and realty that captures the visions of people, animals and nature fusing their memories into art.

“The Wonders of Creative Art” will feature more than 45 paintings that will express technique that developed through many years as a photo realistic artist, interweaving photo and paint, teetering on the edge of realistic detail and impressionistic. For Tony this is a liberating and joyful way to paint as he creates these composite artworks using photography, computer digital art, airbrushing and hand painting. He develops these dynamic paintings in acrylics, oil, pastel, digital and watercolor. “The Wonders of Creative Art” remind us of memories and loved ones, says Tony.

Reception November 30^th at 4:30 to 6:30 pm, Enjoy appetizers, drinks, desserts and the opportunity to meet the artist.

Tony Hanna is a multifaceted artist and a member of the Santa Clarita Artists Association. His award-winning artwork has been at Hyatt lobby, Samuel Dixon Clinic, Tycam Marketplace in the mall and at different galleries, Soon to be on his new website at www.colorfusionart.com.