Right Here and Now, a multi-artist exhibition hosted by Gallery H at Pacific and Main, brings eight Southern California perspectives to the community of Ventura. From hiking and sailing to recovering from wildfire, the artists’ work pays homage to the local landscape and nature’s ability to restore and revitalize. Curated by Ventura artist Andrea Vargas, the exhibition celebrates the current moment with over 55 paintings, large and small. Artists include Vargas, Barbara Brown, Didi Martin, Gabriel Islas, Kariba Glynn, Linda Manguiat-Herzog, Michelle Nosco and Susan Cook.
In addition to a public opening Friday, November 22, the gallery will host several free public events in its six-week run. Work will be on view and available to purchase through Sunday, January 5, 2025. Gallery hours are on Saturdays from noon to 3pm or by appointment. Please contact Andrea at 805-218-7599 for scheduling. [email protected]. 805-218-7599. Location: 1793 E Main St.
PUBLIC EVENTS:
- Exhibition on view: Nov 22 – Jan 5, 2025 (Gallery Hours: Saturdays, noon-3pm)
- Artist meet and greet: Nov 23, 12-2pm
- Opening reception: December 7, 6 – 8pm
- Live art demo by Gabriel Islas: Dec 14, 12:30 – 3:00pm
- Miniature art sale: Dec 21, 12 – 3:00pm
Andrea Vargas’ painting is 4ft x 3ft and depicts the iconic Ventura Trestle. The Ventura County Museum of Art and History owns the 7ft version in the permanent collection.
Michelle Nosco’s piece (Stampede) is a mighty 4f by 4ft. Look closely and you can see the horses.
Gabe Islas is well known for his plein air paintings. His 9 x 12 inch piece captures the Ventura Mission in oil
“After the Fire” was produced after the Thomas Fire and illustrates the first Poppies to grow out of the ashes. Artist : Andrea Vargas.
