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.
Artists’ Reception will be held next Saturday, March 4th from 2-4pm
🐝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***
Save the Date!
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.
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.
Our Handmade Paper in Use!
Lori Hendrix created this gorgeous lamp using our handmade gold fiber paper as a diffuser to create a beautiful soft glow. Thanks for sharing with us Lori! Instagram @lori_me_am
Upcoming Classes & Workshops
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.
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!
“SLO Drawz” Drawing & Social Club
ATTENTION ALL ARTISTS in SLO County! Want to improve your drawing skills while also building a community of supportive creatives? Then join the drawing group SloDrawz!
Next session (Still Life) is Monday, February 27th from 5pm to 7pm
Starting mid-March, Slo Drawz will alternate each week between Mondays and Thursdays. For example, group will be held Monday, March 20th then Thursday, March 30th.
Fee is $20 per session or $60 for a month’s pass. We suggest advance registration – maximum of 15 people per session! Please sign up by messaging the Instagram @SloDrawz or email Chantelle at chantellegoldthwaite@gmail.com
Acrylic Painting with Catherine Lemoine
Watercolor Without Fear with Virginia Mack
When: Wednesdays, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Ages: 16-100
Interested in homeschool art classes? Contact Art Social 805 at contact@artsocial805.com for future scheduling.
Local Art News
Plein Air Coastal Artists – Art Center Morro Bay
Join Art Center Morro Bay’s casual group of plein air painters on Wednesdays! This is a self-directed fun group of dynamic artists who enjoy painting and sketching outdoors. The group meets at pre-determined locations each week.
Next meeting is Wednesday, March 1st
For more information, contact: Kirsti Wothe, Director of Adult Education at Art Center Morro Bay
(805) 996-0937 or mrswothe@yahoo.com
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, with an artist reception March 3rd from 6-9pm
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 10th. They are seeking 2D and 3D art this year, as well as literary and performance art. Later this spring, we will jury all submissions and select art for the show, including a featured piece.
Click HERE for the application!
Colors of Conservation – Exhibit – San Luis Outdoor Painters for the Environment
SLOPE and The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County announce “Colors of Conservation”, Spring 2023, an annual exhibit of original landscape paintings from local artist members of SLOPE.
The event will be held in the Milking Parlor at the iconic San Luis Obispo landmark, the OCTAGON BARN CENTER on Friday, March 3, 4:00pm – 7:00pm, and Saturday, March 4, 10:00am – 4:00pm.
Original paintings and prints will be available for sale. A portion of art sales will benefit The Land Conservancy.
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 Elizabeth Tolley before.
Other workshops available as well, click here for more info!
