Inspired by the artist’s year-long residency on the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, the solo show will open with a reception from 4:30-6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 3. All of the artist’s proceeds from the reception and opening weekend will benefit Friends of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve.

The show celebrates the beauty of the preserve, one of the last unspoiled public open spaces on the California coast. It includes a new collection from the artist, focused on form and texture discovered on the trails of the preserve. Griffin will also present a new series of etched pieces in her “woodcut” style, using traditional sgraffito etching techniques in contemporary designs.

“This collection is my tribute to the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve. It has been so inspiring to connect with the preserve in a deeper way and bring that into the studio this year,” said Griffin. “I also want to show my gratitude to all volunteers, docents, and donors who make it such a special place.”

Griffin, a full-time artist since 2007, had a studio gallery on Cambria’s Main Street for many years. She now works from her home studio and keeps in contact with collectors from throughout the US through her online Studio Friends group.

Reception and Fundraiser Weekend for Friends of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

Reception: 4:30 - 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3

Opening Weekend: 12 - 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 4-5

Note: All artist’s proceeds will benefit FFRP during the opening weekend.

Guided Visit/Meet the Artist

1 - 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 4

Drop-in visits with Griffin, who will be on-site to talk with visitors about her art and the collection.

The Local Scene – Sightings Along the Central Coast will focus on the iconic locations and sights of our colorful stretch of California’s coastline. Artwork will be of a variety of images and vignettes, ranging from our sweeping coastlines to, perhaps, a charming doorway, or a vintage signpost. Work will be rendered in a variety of mediums to celebrate our wondrous part of the world. Invite your friends and neighbors, everyone is welcome to celebrate the fun and colorful artwork that will be displayed. 

The CCA will invite local writers to compose a verse or a short essay to accompany each piece of artwork displayed in the Gallery. Artists are encouraged to create something that inspires!

Local artists are encouraged to created works that recall travel memories, far or near.

The Gallery is calling for pieces to depict night-time images, sunset through dawn

This show will feature our regular Small Gem canvases, plus even smaller 2- and 3-dimensional creations by local artists.