Community Calendar

Join us in the Studios for our Third Saturday event! Wine will be available to purchase from the Studios Library of wines with a $10 donation to our Kids Art Smart Program. Partake in our COLORbar painting station. See what new artwork our resident artists have available in their studios.

Cambria Center for the Arts presents “Fly Away Home” exhibit with featured artist Roné Prinz. Roné has explored a variety of media, including everything from jewelry making to Japanese paper crafting throughout her creative career. Local artist’s works will reflect our avian world on the Central Coast.
Exhibit runs December 30 to March 1, Tuesday through Sunday from 12 to 4 pm.
Artist’s Reception: Saturday, January 3rd from 4:30-6:00 pm

Discover the timeless art of linoleum block printing in this fun, beginner-friendly class!
In just two hours, you’ll learn the basics of carving, inking, and printing your own design. With step-by-step guidance and easy-to-use tools, you’ll create a beautiful print on fine paper and take home the hand-carved linoleum block you made—ready to use again and again.

The "For the Birds" art exhibit offers a unique artistic experience that showcases a diverse range of mediums, from paintings to sculptures, all inspired by our avian friends. Visitors will have the opportunity to support and discover the talents of local artists who bring their unique perspectives to the theme of birds. This annual exhibit celebrates the vast array of indigenous bird species and all things bird-related, centering on the rich avian life found along the Central Coast of California. This region is home to a diverse array of bird species, each uniquely adapted to its coastal and terrestrial habitats.

Exhibit runs: January 6 to February 16.
Artist’s Reception: January 11 from 2 to 4 pm.

Join CalNAM and Artist Katherine Taylor of Poetry Frog for a paper mosaics workshop. Katherine will guide attendees through planning and arranging their very own animal portrait with a variety of colorful and patterned paper options. Attendees should either bring an animal photo that they connect with (such as a pet photo), or may choose from one of the provided examples.

Advance registration is required, 15 attendees max. This class is best suited for ages 14yrs+.

Questions? Email Assistant Director Rachel Metz at rachel@calnatureartmuseum.org.

Join CalNAM and Artist Katherine Taylor of Poetry Frog for a paper mosaics family-friendly workshop. Katherine will guide attendees through planning and arranging their very own animal portrait with a variety of colorful and patterned paper options. Attendees should either bring an animal photo that they connect with (such as a pet photo), or may choose from one of the provided examples.

Please note, at this family-friendly class, all students ages 11 and under must be accompanied by a paid, participating adult. The instructor encourages full-family participation, and kindly asks for the expectation that everyone will have fun and create something awesome!

The class fee for this workshop is $35 for CalNAM Members and $40 for CalNAM Non-Members, per participant, all supplies included. Advance registration is required. This class is suited for all ages.

Questions? Email Assistant Director Rachel Metz at rachel@calnatureartmuseum.org.