CALL FOR ARTISTS!

For this open exhibit, we are looking for artwork priced at $100 or less to tempt our holiday shoppers. All mediums and themes accepted. See more details in the contract below.
To participate, please download and fill out this artist contract
and bring it in with your artwork on Nov 29th between 10am-4pm
Artist Reception will be Saturday, Dec 2nd from 4-7pm, during the 2nd annual Holiday Treasure Stroll (more info to come!)
Custom Canvas Stretching
Need an unusual sized canvas? Josh is the man – He does custom canvas stretching of ANY size!

For more information contact Josh at talbottfineart@gmail.com
Josh will only stretch unpainted (primed or unprimed) canvas – won’t stretch artwork – thanks for understanding!

Craftmakers includes a variety of artists who work in fiber, clay, glass, metal, paper, and found objects. First formed in the mid-70s, the group exhibited work at the San Luis Art Center (now SLOMA), held meetings and classes, and offered studio visits. Craftmakers is now a member of the Central Coast Artists Collective, striving to enliven the art scene with imaginative pieces created with originality and skill.





Participating artists: Carolyn Chambers, Charlotte Daigle, Linda Elder, Kate Froman, Gina Gilbert, Gini Griffin, Barry Lundgren, M’Lou Mayo, Lauren Rayburn, Beryl Reichenberg, Maureen Wellard, Keasha Willingham, KD Friend, C. Hite
Last week of Artober 2023: Our Official October Art Challenge!
Fall is here and October is nigh, join us at Art Central for #artober with our first official daily art challenge!
How it goes:
1) Join in on the daily prompts! Do it everyday, every other day, or even weekly. No pressure to complete the whole month, only creativity & good vibes 🙂
2) Use any medium you want! Stick with your favorite or try something new.
3) Tag us @artcentralslo & use our hashtags to connect with other artists #artober #artcentralslo #acslotober
4) We’ll be featuring our community’s work in our blog & Instagram; make sure to follow us on both!

Let’s create together!
Upcoming Classes & Workshops
For more info on each class, click on the “click here” button for more info about each class, or click on the class title which will take you to our calendar!
Please remember that we have a small parking lot. If you are attending one of our demonstrations or workshops, and it is not a physical hardship for you, please park on one of the nearby side streets. We appreciate your consideration.
Calligraphy and Its History with Cheryl Barton

Enjoy travelling a scripted path where you’ll discover the storied tradition of “beautiful writing”!
When: Fridays, Oct 27th-Nov 17th, 10:30am-12:30pm
Ages: All
Embodying the Creative Process Playshop with Margot Schaal


Keep your inspiration flowing!
When: Sunday, October 29th, 12:30-3:30pm
Ages: All
Learn to Resist: Autumn Birch Trees with Linda Cunningham
Learn different methods of masking to preserve the pure white of your paper!
When: Sunday, November 5th, 12:30-3:30pm
Ages: 15+

Let’s Paint an Ocean Wave! with Catherine Lemoine

Become inspired and relaxed as you spend time creating your wave!
When: Saturday, November 11th, 10:30am-1pm
Ages: All
Cyanotype: Magical Sun Printing with Nancy Schum
Be amazed by the magic of using paper and the sun to create beautiful one-of-a-kind art!
When: Sunday, November 12th, 12:30-3:30pm
Ages: All

Painting an Evening Marina with Pastels with Jim Tyler

Complete a larger, more complex painting over the course of 1½ days!
When: Friday, November 17th, 2-5:30pm & Saturday, November 18th, 10:30am-4:30pm
Ages: 16+
Acrylic Painting with Catherine Lemoine
It’s not possible to paint a chicken without smiling at yourself!
When: Saturday, December 9th, 10:30am-1pm
Ages: All

Beginning Drawing for Kids with Spencer Collins

Learn to draw things from life including animals, places, and people!
When: Mondays, Sept. 11th – Dec. 18th, 3:30-4:30pm
Ages: 6-12
“Slo Drawz” Drawing & Social Club
Want to improve your drawing skills while also building a community of supportive creatives? Then join the drawing group Slo Drawz!

Artist: Mark Selby
2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 5-7 pm
Next Session Monday, November 13th
Please join us, sessions are $20 each with a suggested tip for the fabulous models! Advance registration is suggested – maximum of 15 people per session! Please sign up by messaging the Instagram @SloDrawz or at spencerpoulterart.com
Watercolor Without Fear with Virginia Mack
When: Tuesdays, 10:30am-12:30pm AND/OR Wednesdays, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Ages: 16-100

Community Bulletin Board
If you’d like us to advertise your art event here, please email us at artcentralslo@yahoo.com
Classes & Workshops – Tricia Reichert
Learn from one of the best teachers in SLO county!
From watercolor to block printing to pastel to drawing, Tricia does it all! She has added many new classes for the fall & winter seasons, all available in further detail on her website.

Art on the Patio – Art Center Morro Bay

Come on out and support your MBAA Artists & step inside the Gallery to view the wonderful exhibits currently on display!
Saturday, October 28th from 12-4pm
Little Gems for the Holidays – Call for Artists – Cambria Center for the Arts
The Cambria Center for the Arts invites submissions for a special holiday event. Learn more here!

Holiday Boutique – Atascadero

Kick off the holiday season at the Pavilion on the Lake in Atascadero. Over 50 vendors await you at this one-day craft show, November 4th, 2023, 10am-3pm, where all the items are handmade!
Vendor registration begins October 3rd
Winter Faire – Call to Artists – Art Center Morro Bay
This very special holiday event offers a collection of exceptional paintings, photography and fine crafts, spanning a variety of artistic mediums from traditional to contemporary.
Take-in: Tuesday, November 7, 10am – 2pm

Let’s keep in touch!
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