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Artist’s Pop-Up Sale – Saturday 12/8 from 11:00 - 5:00pm

We are having an Artist’s Pop-Up Sale this Saturday, December 8 from 11 am – 5 pm inside the gallery. Come on by and meet Carolyn Lee and Margaret Morrison, two of our amazing ceramic artists.

When: Saturday, December 8, 11 am – 5 pm

Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

What: The gift of ART created by local artists

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/artist-pop-up-sale_2018-12-08/

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This weekend is our Holiday Sale & FREE Gift Making Workshop for all ages

Reminder this weekend is SCM Art Center's annual Holiday Sale on Saturday & Free Gift Making Workshop for all ages on Sunday.

Saturday, December 1 is our annual Holiday Sale, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Find a wealth of handcrafted art and beautiful unique pieces you won’t see in any mall!

Jewelry • Ceramics • Scarves • Sculpture • Paintings • Photography • Cards . . . & more!

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/holiday-sale_2018-12-01/

Sunday, December 2 is our FREE Gift Making Workshop, 12:30 – 3:00 pm. Drop in to make holiday crafts and gifts for free. Holiday fun for the whole family! The workshop is tailored to an inter-generational age range; kids attend accompanied by an adult of choice.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/gift-making-workshop_2018-12-02/

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Today is Giving Tuesday, please help support the ARTS wherever you live

Today is Giving Tuesday, so wherever you live consider donating to help support the arts and keep the thriving art community of the Santa Cruz County going.

The Santa   Cruz Mountains Art Center has been an active gallery with eight exhibits a year, a large ceramics studio with weekly classes, and wonderful youth art programs including Art After School, Spring and Summer Art Camps, and a yearly youth art show for 21 years. We are focused on supporting and encouraging the arts through education, exhibition, and cultural activities. Every donation what ever the size helps us keep our doors open as a community art center, pay for art materials, provide youth art programs (including scholarships), and hold special events. You can give today online or stop by the Art Center Wednesday – Sunday from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm to see us in person.

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Giving Tuesday - Ben Lomond & San Lorenzo Valley - 11/27/2018

November 27 is Giving Tuesday. And we hope you will keep the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center in mind. We are now in our 21st year and have a very active gallery with eight exhibits a year, a large ceramics studio with weekly classes, and wonderful youth art program including Art After School, Summer Art Camp, a yearly youth art show. The Art Center is focused on supporting and encouraging the arts through education, exhibition, and cultural activities. So as you plan your end of the year donations consider giving to support the arts. Every little bit helps us keep our doors open as a community art center, pay for art materials, provide youth art programs (including scholarships), and hold special events. You can give today online or stop by the Art Center Wednesday – Sunday from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm to see us in person.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/giving-tuesday_2018-11-27/

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Small Business Saturday - Ben Lomond & San Lorenzo Valley - 11/24/2018

November 24 is Small Business Saturday and we are very happy to be part of the vibrant and locally owned business community in Ben Lomond. The Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center is focused on supporting and encouraging the arts through education, exhibition, and cultural activities. We are now in our 21st year and have a very active gallery with eight exhibits a year, a large ceramics studio with weekly classes, and wonderful youth programs including Art After School, Summer Art Camp, a yearly youth art show and more. So as you shop the many wonderful small business in Ben Lomond and the greater San Lorenzo Valley stop on by and see our current exhibit “Little Treasures” for affordable handmade gifts. You can also check us out online and see our current class offerings for kids and adults.

We are also participating in Giving Tuesday this year. As you plan your end of the year donations consider giving to support the arts. Every little bit helps us keep our doors open as a community art center, pay for art materials, provide youth art programs (including scholarships), and hold special events. You can give today online or stop by the Art Center Wednesday – Sunday from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm to see us in person.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/small-business-saturday_2018-11-24/

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Register today for winter Art After School - BDE, BCE, SLVE, & SLVMS

Register today for our winter Art After School sessions before they all fill up, $48 for each 4 week session. San Lorenzo Valley Elementary is two thirds full, Bonny Doon Elementary is half full, and San Lorenzo Valley Middle School is a third full already.

This winter students will be creating uncommon valentines to wearable circuits.

Winter I and II sessions are offered at Bonny Doon Elementary, Boulder Creek Elementary, San Lorenzo Valley Elementary, and San Lorenzo Valley Middle School.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/youth/art-after-school/

#ArtAfterSchool #BDE #BCE #SLVE #SLVMS #SCMAC #SCMACkids #SCMArtCenter

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Mark your calendar – Holiday Sale 12/1 & Free Gift Making Workshop 12/2

Saturday, December 1 is our annual Holiday Sale, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Find a wealth of handcrafted art and beautiful unique pieces you won’t see in any mall!

Jewelry • Ceramics • Scarves • Sculpture • Paintings • Photography • Cards . . . & more!

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/holiday-sale_2018-12-01/

Sunday, December 2 is our FREE Gift Making Workshop, 12:30 – 3:00 pm. Drop in to make holiday crafts and gifts for free. Holiday fun for the whole family! The workshop is tailored to an inter-generational age range; kids attend accompanied by an adult of choice.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/gift-making-workshop_2018-12-02/

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Thanks - 2nd Sunday Ceramic Seconds Sale 11/11/2018

Thank you everyone who was able to attend our first “2nd Sunday Ceramic Seconds Sale” last weekend. It was a very big success and lots of you showed up right when we opened, as well as purchased items in our current show Little Treasures. Once we know what month the next one will be happening we will be letting you all know.

Also a huge thanks to Margaret Morrison for being the head volunteer for this event and Lily Diego, pictured in the penguin costume, for standing on the corner directing people from Hwy 9 to our sale. You both made this event an extreme success.

You can see all the photos at our Flickr album https://www.flickr.com/photos/scmartcenter/albums/72157700390392352

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Saturday 11/17 Beginning Acrylics class with Lauren Devon

This Saturday 11am - 1pm is Beginning Acrylics class with Lauren Devon, $45 plus $15 materials fee. Sign-up online today.

Get a firm foundation in acrylic painting with this fun intro class taught by local artist, Lauren Devon. Lauren covers the principals of Acrylic Painting including: ways to blend color using different mediums and additives, how to work with brushes to create a variety of strokes, and the key elements of color theory and composition. You will come away from this class with an understanding of acrylic essentials and a painting to share. This class is chock-full of information, so grab your creative selves and get ready for an engaging journey.

Online Class Registration https://www.mountainartcenter.org/adults/painting/

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Reminder this Sunday is our Ceramics Seconds Sale!

Reminder this Sunday is the "2nd Sunday Ceramics Seconds Sale! at the SCM Art Center 11:00am - 5:00pm

On the second Sunday of November (that’s November 11th), the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center will be having a sale of pottery seconds.

What’s a second? It’s pretty subjective. You see, potters are pretty picky people. So the color may not be what they wanted, or be different from the others they made. Maybe the glaze dripped a bit. The pot is smaller than they hoped. Or the lid is a little loose. It could be any of a dozen tiny “flaws” that afflict handmade items.

Despite whatever it is the potter didn’t like, we’re pretty sure you’ll think they’re beautiful. And we’re certain you’ll like the prices! So come on down and take your pick. And thank those picky potters!

When: Sunday, November 11, 11:00 am—5:00 pm

Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

What: Great deals on great handmade pottery

http://www.mountainartcenter.org/sale_2nd-sunday-ceramic-seconds_2018-11-11/

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Registration is now open for winter “Art After School” in the Santa Cruz Mountains - BDE, BCE, SLE, and SLVMS

Registration is now open for winter “Art After School” in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Session 1 starts January 7 and Session 2 starts February 27. Schools include Bonny Doon Elementary (BDE), Boulder Creek Elementary (BCE), San Lorenzo Valley Elementary (SLE), and San Lorenzo Valley Middle School (SLVMS). This program fills up fast so sign up today.

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/youth/art-after-school/

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2nd Sunday Ceramics Seconds Sale! - November 11 from 11:00am - 5:00pm

On the second Sunday of November (that’s November 11th), the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center will be having a sale of pottery seconds.

What’s a second? It’s pretty subjective. You see, potters are pretty picky people. So the color may not be what they wanted, or be different from the others they made. Maybe the glaze dripped a bit. The pot is smaller than they hoped. Or the lid is a little loose. It could be any of a dozen tiny “flaws” that afflict handmade items.

Despite whatever it is the potter didn’t like, we’re pretty sure you’ll think they’re beautiful. And we’re certain you’ll like the prices! So come on down and take your pick. And thank those picky potters!

When: Sunday, November 11, 11:00 am—5:00 pm

Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

What: Great deals on great handmade pottery

http://www.mountainartcenter.org/sale_2nd-sunday-ceramic-seconds_2018-11-11/

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Opening Reception - Holiday Gift Exhibit “Little Treasures” - tonight 6:00pm - 8:00pm

This evening is the opening reception for “Little Treasures”, our annual holiday gift exhibit. Come get inspired by handcrafted art and beautiful unique pieces you won’t see in any mall, giving shoppers a wealth of choices in affordable gifts this Holiday season. Refreshments and musical entertainment provided.

Special thanks to Tina Masciocchi and Susan Archibald for putting the show together and for displaying all of the wonderful artwork that was submitted so well. This exhibit has already had several sales.

Opening Reception: Friday, November 2, 6 – 8 pm

Exhibit: Little Treasures October 31 – December 22, 2018

http://www.mountainartcenter.org/opening-reception-2018-11-02-little-treasures/

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Haunted House - downtown Ben Lomond - at the Art Center - 10/31 from 5:00-8:00pm

Reminder downtown Ben Lomond has a haunted house at the Art Center today from 5:00pm - 8:00pm.

The Art Center goes haunted this Halloween! Dare to join us at our first Halloween Haunted House, where the skeletons of artists past will gather to play tricks and give out treats. Kathryn Pierno, Mistress of Weird Illusions and our new Youth Education Director, will be revealing how art and science can be joined to create creepy illusions and Halloween fun. Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins of all ages will enjoy lots of spooky artwork!

Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA Enter through the gate between the Art Center and Ben Lomond Market parking lot

When: Wednesday, October 31 from 5 – 8 pm

Cost: Free!

https://www.mountainartcenter.org/2018_halloween-haunted-house/

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Closing Reception - "3 of-a-Kind" - Saturday 10/27/2018

Saturday, October 27 is the closing reception for “3 of-a-Kind”, our 2018 Featured Artists Exhibit, a retrospective of artwork by Pat and Larry Worley and Linda Levy. Come enjoy the art inspired by friendship. Refreshments will be served, and good conversations had. Basketry, Ceramics, Digital Paintings, Jewelry, Fiber Art and more!

Closing Reception: "3 of-a-Kind" Saturday, October 27, 11 am – 5 pm

http://www.mountainartcenter.org/closing-reception-2018-10-27-3-of-a-kind/

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Calling all Artists to submit to our annual holiday gift exhibit - this years theme "Little Treasures" - art due Sun 10/28

Our goal for this exhibit is to offer holiday shoppers a wealth of handcrafted art with beautiful, unique pieces they won’t see in any mall.

In keeping with our “Little Treasures” theme, all 2-D artwork must be no more than 12 inches in any direction. 3-D entries (ceramics, woodwork, baskets, etc) may be larger than the 12-inch requirement. All entries must be priced at no more than $200.00, and all must be offered for sale. We are accepting artwork in any medium. Open to all artists,18 years and older.

Bring in your unique, handcrafted art for this big holiday sale exhibit!

Deliver Artwork: Sunday, October 28 2 – 5 pm

Opening Reception:   Friday, November 2     6 – 8 pm

Exhibit Dates:   October 31 – December 23, 2018

Little Treasures Prospectus http://www.mountainartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LittleTreasures-Prospectus.pdf

Little Treasures Entry Form http://www.mountainartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/LittleTreasures-EntryForm.pdf

https://mailchi.mp/748ea00d0cfa/call-for-entries-abstract-this-1175111

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Last weekend of Open Studios Art Tour / current exhibit at SCM Art Center "3 of-a-Kind"

Last weekend of Open Studios, come by the Art Center & pickup your FREE guide. Our current exhibit ‘3 of-a-Kind’ by Linda Levy, Pat and Larry Worley is not to be missed. http://www.mountainartcenter.org/2018_open-studios/