Events

EVENT
May 2nd, 5PM

The Arts Fund Community Gallery / FREE ADMISSION

Join us May 2nd at 5PM in the Community Gallery to hear from the artists and curator behind Brush and Beyond: An examination of the human condition. Light refreshments will be available.

Curated by John Hood, Brush and Beyond spotlights Paulo Lima and Nagham Naim, Santa Barbara County artists using diverse media to explore complex topics relevant in our world today.

Curator John Hood says, “The figurative works by Nagham, a Syrian refugee, capture her perilous and determined journey to reach the US in search of a better life. Paulo’s mixed media works are inspired by 19th century Brazilian religious figures, dressed to be displayed in churches or carried during processions. The artists of Brush and Beyond demonstrate the possibilities of what visual art can achieve, while making it approachable and inclusive. Santa Barbara County is home to a wonderfully diverse community of artists and patrons who appreciate variety in creative perspectives. This exhibit addresses a wide range of subject matter, and offers a chance to enjoy a unique blend of painting, sculpture, and mixed media.”

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Following the reception, the Gallery will be open to the community during regular hours Wed-Sun 11AM-5PM through May 9th.

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OPENING RECEPTION
March 21st, 5-8PM

The Arts Fund Community Gallery / FREE ADMISSION

Community members are invited to the opening reception of Brush and Beyond: An examination of the human condition on March 21st at 5 PM, during the La Cumbre Plaza Art Walk. The event will include light refreshments, live painting, and a chance to meet the artists.

Brush and Beyond spotlights Paulo Lima and Nagham Naim, Santa Barbara County artists using diverse media to explore complex topics particularly relevant in our world today. The exhibition will be on view from March 21st through May 9th at The Arts Fund Community Gallery in Santa Barbara.

Curator John Hood says, “The figurative works by Nagham, a Syrian refugee, capture her perilous and determined journey to reach the US in search of a better life. Paulo’s mixed media works are inspired by 19th century Brazilian religious figures, dressed to be displayed in churches or carried during processions. The artists of Brush and Beyond demonstrate the possibilities of what visual art can achieve, while making it approachable and inclusive. Santa Barbara County is home to a wonderfully diverse community of artists and patrons who appreciate variety in creative perspectives. This exhibit addresses a wide range of subject matter, and offers a chance to enjoy a unique blend of painting, sculpture, and mixed media.”

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Following the reception, the Gallery will be open to the community during regular hours Wed-Sun 11AM-5PM until May 9th.

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OPENING
February 14th

The Arts Fund Community Gallery / FREE ADMISSION

Meet (or re-meet) The Arts Fund and learn about our programs!

In 2023, The County of Santa Barbara Arts Fund celebrated 40 years of supporting art & community. Come learn about our rich history and the evolution of our programs – and meet the team behind our initiatives! This Community Gallery show also features multimedia artwork by staff & board members, including Ceilidh Birkhahn, Jamie Dufek, John Hood, and Simon Kiefer.

Meet The Arts Fund will be on view in the Community Gallery until March 9th, 2025.

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OPENING RECEPTION
September 15th, 5-8PM

The Arts Fund Community Gallery / FREE ADMISSION

New exhibition opening this Friday: “Nuanced Peoples: Exploring Latinx Identities” curated by @jesbala and featuring work from Rabbit.Print, Jossilette Serrano, Cynthia Rodriguez, Stefanie Rodriguez, and Jesús Balandrano Ramírez.

This opening reception will be coinciding with The Arts Fund Art Walk on September 15th!

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