We are delighted to showcase the art by one of our groups, the Wednesday Irregulars, inspired by each other and the workshop!

Whether you are a seasoned artist or just starting out, there is something for everyone to explore. 

To learn more about our classes and painting groups, please visit Artist Groups section on our website.

Here and Back Again describes the artistic journey of Cambrian artist, Mauro Maressa. After a 40+ year career in animation and special effects, Mauro has returned to his early passions of painting and sculpting. Incorporating the skills that he honed as an animator, he is now creating again with the focus of his early years.

Mauro Maressa finds himself 'Back Again', on his old path with new skills and a newfound enthusiasm for his passion for art.

We are pleased to present a collection of images captured by two local astrophotographers, Catherine Ryan Hyde and Frank Widmann, under the beautiful dark skies of Cambria, CA.

Coming soon to the Cambria Center for the Arts Gallery is an exciting new exhibit, Getting High on Nature. The show will open on Friday, September 6 and will run for seven weeks, through Sunday, October 27. There will be an Artist Reception on Saturday September 7 from 4:30-6:00 in the evening, with live music, sweet and savory treats, wine available for purchase, and of course, an abundance of inspiring art reflecting nature.

The featured artist for this event will be the celebrated Karl Dempwolf. Karl specializes in plein air painting and was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Plein Air Convention in April of 2017. His work has been shown in various Southern California exhibitions, including The Museum of Science and Industry, Pepperdine University, and the Carnegie Art Museum. He has also been featured in various publications and is included in the permanent collections of several large corporations, including McGraw-Hill Publishers and the National Park Foundation. One of his paintings recently found its way back to his home country, when President Obama presented Karl’s work, "Cypress Veil," to Chancellor Angela Merkel as a diplomatic gift when she visited the White House Rose Garden.

There will be an Artist Reception on Saturday September 7 from 4:30-6:00 in the evening, with live music, sweet and savory treats, wine available for purchase, and of course, an abundance of inspiring art reflecting nature.

GALLERY OPEN: TUESDAY to SUNDAY, 12-4 pm

FEE SCHEDULE FOR ALL OF OUR SHOWS:

Non-Juried Show: (2D) Members $10, Non-Members $15, Volunteers $5, per entry

Juried show: Members $15, Non-Members $30 for cash prizes and Juror

Little Gems: Members FREE with canvas purchase, No canvas: Members $5, Non-Members $15

Cabinets: Members $15, Non-Members $25, Volunteers $10 (only 6 cabinets available)

3D Pedestals: smaller than 12 x 12: Members $3, Non-Members $6 per item (only 10 spots available)

3DPedestals: larger than 12 x 12: Members $5, Non-Members $10 per item (only 3 spots available)

Member Artist Stations: $20 for 2 months, of up to 10 paintings, with one on the wall. (only 6 spots available)

Gallery Show Calendar for 2024

Jan/Feb Show:

“Visions of Cambria: Shoreline, Sunsets, Shops, and More”

Uploading to this show is open from Fri Dec 29- Tues Jan 2; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to the Gallery and pick up unsold.): Tues Jan 2, 10-12 noon. 

Reception: Sat Jan 6, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine) Cindy Stiles is the leader.

Fri Jan 5-Sun Feb 25 (8-week show), non-juried, community awards will be given.

Mar/Apr Show:

“Bird’s Eye View” - Tigg Morales (Featured Artist and Community Artists)

Uploading to this show is open from Fri Feb 23-Tues Feb 27; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to Gallery): Tues Feb 27, 10-12noon.

Reception: Sat Mar 2, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine) Holly McCain is the leader.

Fri Mar 1-Sun Apr 28 (9-week show), non-juried, community awards will be given.

May/Jun Show:

"Inspired by a Master” – Themed Show/Juried Show

Uploading to this show is open from Tues Apr 23*-Tues Apr 30; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to Gallery): Tues Apr 30, 10-12 noon. 

Reception: Sat May 4, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine), Cam Arnold/Cindy Stiles co-lead.

Fri May 3-Sun Jun 30 (9 weeks), juried, cash awards given.

Jul/Aug Show: 

“Here and Back Again” - Mauro Mareesa (Featured Artist and Community Artists)

Uploading to this show is open from MONDAY, June 24- MONDAY, July1; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to Gallery): MONDAY, July 1, 10-12noon. 

Reception: Sat Jul 6, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine) Margo Ternstrom is the leader.

Show: Tuesday, July 2 - Sunday, August 25 (8 weeks) non-juried, community awards are planned.

Sept/Oct Show: 

“Getting High on Nature- Landscapes” by Karl Dempwolf (Featured Artist and Community Artists)

Uploading to this show is open from MONDAY, August 19 - MONDAY August 26; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to Gallery): MONDAY, August 26, 10-12noon.  

Reception: Sat Sept. 7*, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine) Janet Morrell is the leader

Show: Tuesday, Aug 27 - Sunday Oct 27 (9 weeks) non-juried show, community awards planned. Dempwolf will begin his paintings show on Friday, Sept.6.

Nov/Dec Show: 

"Out of the Box” (A community invitation to join us!!)

Uploading to this show is open MONDAY, Oct 21 - MONDAY, Oct 28; Call for Artists-Submit

Exchange Day (Bring in Art to Gallery): MONDAY, Oct 28, 10-12 noon. 

Reception: Sat Nov 2, 4:30-6:00 (Bring appetizers or a bottle of wine) Sheri Parisian is the leader.

Show: Tuesday, Oct 29 - Sun, Dec 29 (9 weeks), non-juried, community awards given