Get ready for an engaging Art Talk, with Mauro Maressa!

Mauro will share fascinating stories from his successful career in traditional animation. In addition, he will also present a video that will showcase his work. But that's not all. Mauro will also lead an interactive gallery session, offering attendees an exclusive look at select pieces from the exhibit, providing a unique opportunity for a deeper understanding of his art.

With a career spanning four dynamic decades, Mauro Maressa has mastered animation across various mediums, from intricate drawing to stunning sculpting. His creative journey includes crafting iconic sculptures alongside veteran sculptor Ron Pekar, such as the beloved USC mascot Traveler and the impressive relief sculpture "The Handoff" at the Rose Bowl. An "Annie" award winner for Outstanding Effects Animation in Disney's "Hercules," Mauro's expertise shines through his acclaimed book, "Essential Effects: Water, Fire, Wind, and More." With an impressive portfolio that includes traditional animation, character and effects animation, and live-action effects for TV and film, Mauro has lent his talents to industry giants like Hanna Barbera, Filmation, Disney Feature Animation, and Dreamscape, leaving an indelible mark on the animation world. For more information on Mauro’s credits please go to his IMDB link.

Join Renowned California Impressionist Karl Dempwolf for an Inspiring Lecture!
 
Highly regarded California Impressionist painter, Karl Dempwolf will present an informative lecture with film clips sharing his experiences and showing examples of the California artists that have inspired him.  Hear revealing insights into his painting processes and unique style. Karl will show video clips ranging from his initial concept, block in, and finishing touches to framing, peppered with his personal comments. This presentation will be engaging to collectors, art appreciators and painters alike. The lecture will conclude with a tour through the newly opening exhibit where Karl will speak about each painting in the show.

About the Instructor

Karl Dempwolf is a leading California Impressionist painter and a Signature Member Artist of the California Art Club.  Over the years Dempwolf has been represented in numerous exhibitions throughout the southwest including the Los Angeles Museum of Science and Industry, the Pepperdine University Frederick R. Weisman Museum, the Phippen Museum in Prescott AZ, the Carnegie Art Museum, Oxnard, the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, and the Pasadena Museum of California Art.

Dempwolf's work can be found in Art from the Parks published by North Light Books. His paintings are in the permanent collections of McGraw-Hill Publishers and the National Park Foundation.  Dempwolf's painting, Cypress Veil was presented by Barack Obama to German Chancelor Angela Merkel as a diplomatic gift in the fall of 2014 in a special White House Ceremony.  Dempwolf's newly published book "A Painter's Journey" is available on his web site: www.netmonet.com.

As a part time resident of Cambria, he has held many local painting workshops. His lecture will provide a good painter's primer for his next workshop Sept 20-22 facilitated though the CCA.

Will explain my history with art and my process for this show: Birds Eye View

Tigg has created art throughout her life in one form or another, including interior design and architectural drafting. She received a degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in Graphic Communications. Eventually, she found her way to painting. She works with both oils and watercolors, in her studio and outdoors. She is inspired by the natural beauty of the sea, the trees, and the charming communities tucked along the coastline.

Art Talk by Carolyn Chambres about Fiber Arts related to the Exhibit Entaglements |||

Art Sherwyn presents and interactive talk called "Beyond the Landscape".