Painting with Pinot: Monochromatic Landscapes
Join Linda Cunningham on Sunday, October 22nd from 12:30-3:30pm for an inspiring class!
In this workshop you’ll receive step by step instruction for creating a beautiful monochromatic landscape using only one-color Derwent Inktense Pencil activated with red wine.



This is NOT a “Paint & Sip” class, you’ll actually be painting with wine!
To register text Linda at (805) 478-2158 or email her at nipomorumbum@att.net
Schmincke Blowout Sale!



Enjoy 50% off Schmincke pastels as we prepare to bring in a different brand!
Once they’re gone, they’re GONE…
Come in FAST for the best selection!
(Clearance on Open stock only)

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
Lil Punkins & Paint: An Art Central Charity Event
Join us here at Art Central, October 28th from 12-3pm for a fun, worthy cause and have your child create a spooky or whimsical design on a pumpkin for Halloween! Students will use paint markers to decorate their pumpkins in this guided lesson taught by local art teacher Spencer Collins!





Proceeds of this event will be donated to CAPSLO.
Let’s use art to have fun and give back to our local community!
This will be a great class for all skill levels, open to children ages 6-12. Bring your child in any time between 12-2pm; the estimated time to complete a pumpkin is 45 minutes. Paint Markers and Pumpkins provided. Donation is $15 per pumpkin.
Reservations must be made in advance – Reserve your space and donate HERE!
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.
Whimsy Boards with Linda Cunningham
Create a folk-style whimsical design using Derwent Inktense Pencils!
When: Saturday, October 14th, 12-3pm
Ages: 15+

Painting with Pinot: Monochromatic Landscape with Linda Cunningham

Not a “Paint and Sip” class, you’ll actually paint with red wine!
When: Sunday, October 22nd, 12:30-3:30pm
*** Ages: 21+***
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
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: Cody Wood
2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 5-7 pm
Next Session Monday, October 23rd
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
Inspiration – Exhibit – Art Center Morro Bay
What motivates us to pick up a paintbrush or visualize a complex idea in a piece of glass? Find out what artists in Art Center Morro Bay‘s exhibit Inspiration have to say!
Showing through November 6th.

What’s Color Got To Do With It? with Vicki Hoffman – Demo – Atascadero Art Association

Vicki Hoffman will be doing a presentation on the symbolism and use of color. Bring a friend and any questions you might have!
October 14th at 2:30pm at Atascadero Library Polin Room – upstairs
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!

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
Check out the Central Coast Artists Collective newsletter for more events!
Let’s keep in touch!
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