Dab Art is pleased to present Seeking Light, a solo exhibition by Glenn Carter at H Gallery in Midtown Ventura. 1793 E. Main.

Glenn Carter has developed various approaches to construct and design as both a process and vehicle for content. Carter’s approach is based on an untiring duality: a pragmatic methodology to the materials and creating of art coupled with a fascination for psychologically charged relations engrained in objects and environments. Seeking Light is an intimate and interactive solo exhibition of 37 works of astounding caliber and composition.

Curated by Yessíca Torres

Ventura muralist MB Hanrahan has completed a striking mural on the SOHO Apartments at 1150 N. Ventura Avenue.

SOHO Apartments is a workforce housing project built by the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura.

The kite idea came to Hanrahan “out of the blue,” she said. “The intention was to create a space of whimsy and high-flying hopes for anyone driving and otherwise moving down the Avenue.”

The work was completed high in the air from a lift donated by Greg Rents. The kites were engineered by Eric Howes. Artist Steve Knauff helped with the installation.

“The Housing Authority believes public art is an important contribution to the community.” said Denise Wise, Housing Authority Chief Executive Officer.

Patti Brandenburg’s “Heading In” embodies the spirit behind the Thomas Arts Festival held at the Ventura Unified School District Office (see article). Patti painted this as a tribute to the single firefighter who lost his life, and there is a reflection of a firefighter in the side mirror in the closest truck. 20″ x 30″ Acrylic painting on canvas.

In our last issue we had a fascinating story about “homeless by choice” Stuart W. Smeltzer known as “Bear”. Stuart is an excellent artist and graphic designer. He can be reached at [email protected].

In celebration of Women’s History Month, March 2018, the Vita Art Center in collaboration with Focus on the Masters will exhibit the artwork of 4 women artist that will be interviewed and documented by Donna Granata in 2018. FOTM has done an incredible job documenting the work and lives of extraordinary artists that have dedicated much of their lives to their craft and Vita Art Center is honored to showcase the work of some of these women. This is the second annual all Women’s art exhibit co-curated by Vita Art Center and Focus on the Masters.

Opening Reception Friday, March 2 from 6-9 p.m.
Exhibit Dates March 2 thru 31

Vita Art Center, 432 North Ventura Ave. Studio 30
Gallery hours M-F 10-4 pm and Sat. & Sun. by appointment
www.vitaartcenter.com

A mini open competition at the Buenaventura Gallery. Deadline midnight Saturday, March 3.
On Exhibit March 14 – April 14. Reception Saturday, March 17, 5-7pm.

Many paintings have a unique story behind them. A particular event, person, location, or incident that sticks in the artist’s memory and has to come out via paint or other medium. Stories lets you explore your subject visually and in writing.Submit your artwork of any medium and write a few sentences telling the ‘story’ of the artwork. Your story will be printed beside your piece, to only be revealed at the viewer’s discretion.

Entries will be judged by artwork only and not the story.
You must submit the story of your piece to be considered for acceptance.
Juror Rex Kochel: http://kochelart.com/

For entry details go to Online Entry at website BuenaventuraGallery.org.

Sign Up Now – Don’t Miss The Fun! Pastel class! Feb.24, 1:30-4:30 We will be doing a lovely koi painting . It is so much fun. Tasia is a great teacher too. Cost is $57.00 including materials. This is the first pastel class for 2018. Tasia guides you from the beginning to the end and you leave the class with a painting created by you!

Email [email protected] Or call to reserve a spot at 676-1540. Only 8 spots.

The Arts Collective Studio
Pacific View Mall – 2nd Floor next to Sears

The Arts Collective Studio is an initiative of the Ventura County Arts Council

The Arts Collective Studio is made possible, in part, through a grant from the City of San Buenaventura’s Parks, Recreation and Community Partnerships Department.

The past decade was rough on art galleries across the country and Buenaventura Art Association, started 64 years ago in Ventura, is no exception. Red can be beautiful on a canvas, but never on a balance sheet.

Fortunately for this artists’ cooperative, the generosity and foresight of its members — both current and past — provide the inspiration and the means to deal with some vital changes. Key to the transformation is that BAA owns its longtime home at Santa Clara and Fir streets in downtown Ventura. It is the legacy of founding Vice President Clophine Dooley, who bequeathed $400,000 in the late 1980s used for its acquisition. Remaining funds went into a cash reserve that subsidized the nonprofit’s operations during the long recent downturn, but that cushion is now gone.

So BAA directors have just listed the building for sale; a portion of the proceeds will be judiciously used to reinvent how the group operates. Toward that goal, the association wants to gather the ideas, suggestions and dreams of all area residents about how it can best serve the needs of the community and art creators. Since inception, it has been a network of imaginative people, not a physical location, that makes BAA what it is.

Meanwhile, exhibits will continue at the downtown gallery, starting with a benefit show by loyal longtime member Robert Wassell.

Through March 10, about 40 of Wassell’s oil paintings will be exhibited, with all sale proceeds going to BAA. New works by other association members will fill the remaining wall space. A reception for all of the artists will be 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17.

Buenaventura Gallery, 700 E. Santa Clara St., is open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. To offer your ideas or help, or for more information, visit the gallery in person or online at www.buenaventuragallery.org or call 648-1235 during gallery hours.

Sunday, February 25, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Oxnard’s Levity Live at The Collection
591 Collection Blvd.

To learn about David, visit www.SingerClarinet.com

David Singer, clarinetist extraordinaire, has performed at the White House and played with Yo Yo Ma at the Spoleto Festival. He is equally comfortable at Moorpark High School, nurturing and encouraging young musicians. His students feel privileged to work with a true artist who does more than teach technique — he builds confidence, motivating them to perform at the highest level. Free to FOTM members, $15 for public; $10 for seniors.
To RSVP visit www.FocusOnTheMasters.com or call 653.2501.

Join for a celebratory dinner at the Ojai home of Steve Newkirk and Virginia Kron immediately following the Artist Spotlight Interview. Paid reservations are essential and required prior to February 20. We expect this AfterGLOW to sell out.
$30 FOTM members, $40 Non-members.