An exhibit of bull kelp forest-centered artwork by local and regional artists. Two spacious galleries at MAC will feature a range of sculptural, wall-based, and installation art by local and regional artists, all prompted by a fascination with and reverence for bull kelp, or Nereocystis luetkeana. All artwork is for sale through MAC. The exhibit […]
Celebrate the start of North Coast KelpFest! and the opening of the festival’s ongoing art exhibit, featuring local and regional artists applying their creativity and skills to exploring the story of bull kelp. The opening will host a dance ceremony by The Yuki Dancers, as well as an introduction of the artists and a brief […]
This 3-hour workshop will focus on making glaze using urchin tests and spines instead of commercially mined calcium carbonate. It is simultaneously a deep dive into calcium carbonate’s role in glaze chemistry and in ocean chemistry. As a potter, it is a chance to connect the story of your work to the story of kelp […]
Join us for the unforgettable experience of making natural dye from purple sea urchins foraged from the waters surrounding Mendocino Art Center. Artist Margaret Seelie will share how to combine ancient Polynesian dye practices and chemistry to create a salmon pink dye. You’ll dye a silk scarf and then use water marbling techniques to add […]
Josie will introduce participants to cyanotype printing (an alternative photographic technique) using her vast collection of dried seaweed specimens as image-making material. Josie will introduce us to her work and how she became so entwined with the fascinating world of seaweed. You will be inspired by algae's diverse biology and ecology, learn to identify a […]
Experience the sublime beauty of the Mendocino Coast at the Mendocino Open Paint Out (MOPO).This annual plein air festival is a must-visit for artists and collectors alike, offering a perfect blend of inspiration and opportunity. Join us to capture or collect a piece of this picturesque paradise.
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous communities at the Native Arts Expo. This event showcases the creativity and talent of Indigenous artists from across the nation, offering a platform for sharing their stories and art. Open to all, it's a vibrant celebration where emerging and professional artists present their work, inviting everyone to appreciate […]
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