We’ll try our best to be here at 10am tomorrow, provided we don’t float away 🙂
STARTING MONDAY…

Come and browse through gently used art supplies, generously donated by local artists – all proceeds go towards creating scholarships for graduating local high school students continuing their art studies in college. Thank you to everyone who donated!
Please bring cash to purchase fundraiser items...
We cannot accept credit or debit cards for these items, and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you to Morro Bay Art Association for helping to facilitate this fundraiser.
🐝CALLING ALL ARTISTS🦋

Our next open exhibit is coming up! In honor of spring, the theme is “Flowers and Flutterbys” so we’d love to see your critters and carnations! Exhibit runs April 7th to May 1st and drop off is April 5th.
*** PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING CORRECTION ***
The artist contract previously stated the exhibit reception would be Friday, April 7th 5-7pm.
Correct Reception date is Saturday, April 8th from 2-4pm***

Provoked by the critical issues of the past few years, individuals in the Cutting Edge Fiber Arts Group responded by creating art to express their points of view and frustration. “Needling” seemed an appropriate title for these heartfelt works which address politics, war, equality, gun rights, COVID, environmental issues and democratic values.
The Cutting Edge Fiber Arts Group is comprised of fiber and textile artists from the California Central Coast. Members work with a variety of innovative techniques and materials to create art quilts and fiber art that transcend functional craft into the realm of fine art.






No Classes or Workshops 3/10 thru 3/19 as our YART sale will be occupying the gallery space!
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Beacon Art Exhibit – SLO United Methodist Church

SLO United Methodist Church is proud to host the Beacon Art Show 2023. This year’s theme is “Artistic Spectrum” and is significant because they believe every person is created in the image of God. “If so, we were created to be co-creators in an incredible spectrum of possibility.” – Pastor Mark Sturgess
Exhibit runs from March 3rd to April 2nd
Pastels with Greg Trombly – Demo – Art Center Morro Bay
Art Center Morro Bay is hosting a pastel demonstration with award-winning artist, Greg Trombly, on March 13th from 3-5pm. Discover the magic of pastels, focusing on basic drawing and observation skills.
This demonstration will explore basic composition, drawing techniques, color and value with a variety of soft pastels. Interaction with the artist is welcome and encouraged.
This free art demonstration is a precursor to his upcoming workshop, and open to the public. The upcoming 3-day workshop is, March, 24, 25 & 26, 2023, 1-4pm.

Central Coast Photographic Society – Call for Artists – Art Center Morro Bay

A juried exhibition of the Central Coast Artists Collective’s Photographic Society will take place at Art Center Morro Bay from May 18th to June 26th. There is no theme for the exhibition, and members are encouraged to submit their best and more recent work.
Deadline for submissions is March 15th
Entry is open to members of the Photo Society of the Central Coast Artists Collective (CCAC) with valid memberships in 2023. (For information on joining CCAC, visit
centralcoastartistscollective.org/Membership.html)
Book Publishing 1-2-3 with Laurie Gibson – Workshop – Paso Robles Public Library
Grab a pen and join this lively 90-minute workshop, sprinkled with ideas and stories to inspire and empower writers of all types. It’ll start by checking out today’s book business (both traditional and indie publishing), then share valuable resources to help aspiring authors connect with literary agents and editors. Workshop includes real-time writing prompts, four-page handout, and Q&A.
Held at the Paso Robles Public Library on Wednesday, March 22, 5:30 to 7 pm
Sign up via the library’s online calendar (seating limited)

Opening Minds Community Arts Show – Call for Artist – Transitions-Mental Health Association

TMHA is in the midst of launching a public, call for art for an upcoming art show and fundraiser – the 2023 Opening Minds Community Arts Show; a biannual event, inviting people of all ages to submit art inspired by living mentally well.
They are currently taking submissions, through a Jot Form online form, hosted by SLO County Arts; the deadline for submissions is March 24th. They are seeking 2D and 3D art this year, as well as literary and performance art. Later this spring, they will jury all submissions and select art for the show, including a featured piece.
Click HERE for the application!
Central Coast Sculptors – Call for Artists – Art Center Morro Bay
Art Center Morro Bay is hosting a very special juried exhibit of juried sculptures presented by the Central Coast Artist Collective.
This juried exhibit is open to members of the Central Coast Sculptors with valid membership. There is no theme for this exhibition and CCS members are encouraged to submit their best and most recent work.
The deadline to apply is midnight on March 31, 2023.

Oil Painting Workshops with Libby Tolley

Join Libby Tolley for her 2023 studio and plein air oil painting workshops! She’s offering a Plein Air Essentials workshop for studio artists wanting to learn to work on location, and artists that have not worked with her before.
Other workshops available as well, click here for more info!
Check out the Central Coast Artists Collective newsletter for more events in our community!
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