Art Walk 2012 Takes Place in Thousand Oaks the Weekend of June 2nd-3rd

ArtWalk '12 takes place on Saturday and Sunday, June 2nd and 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm at The Bank of America Building at Hillcrest and Wilbur Streets in Thousand Oaks.  ArtWalk is a two day, juried, fine arts and designer crafts outdoor exhibition presented by the Conejo Valley Art Museum with the assistance of the Conejo Recreation and Park District. Over 150 artists will have their work on display and for sale.

The event draws more than 18,000 spectators. The museum extends the opportunity for all distinguished artists, designers and crafts persons to exhibit their finest work in this celebrated event. Proceeds of ArtWalk go to the building and endowment funds. FREE admission and parking. Call 805.492.8778 for more information.  There will also be food and beverages for sale, live music and childrens' hand on art activities. Also visit cvam.us/events.html.

Student Art Show in Agoura Hills on Sunday, June 3rd

Cast Your Vote for Best Artist! Student Art Show Sunday June 3 Art is Our Passion in Agoura Hills is proud to showcase the talents of their fine art students, ages 5 to 65 on Sunday, June 3, 2012 from noon until 3 p.m. Experience well over 160 artworks in acrylics, oils, charcoal, pastels and watercolors. Attendees are encouraged to vote by public ballot for their favorite piece in each age classification.  Face painting will be offered for the kids and refreshments for all. The public is invited to the free artist’s reception and show opening and encouraged to take part in voting to determine the best artists in 32 categories. The event  will be held Sunday June 3, at 5893 Kanan Road, in the Agoura Hills City Mall. Click here for photos from last spring's show and click here for last spring's winning artworks.

Art is Our Passion strives to provide a nurturing, supportive and passionate venue for creating art. Student/teacher ratio is always four students or less per instructor. Art is Our Passion offers a wide variety of hands-on fine art classes for all ages and levels of artists, taught by instructors who are all artists themselves. For your Free introductory class please call 818.991.5514 for an appointment. www.ArtIsOurPassion.com

29th Annual Ojai Studio Artists Tour Planned for October 13, 14, 2012

Prestigious Ojai Studio Artists Tour set for October 13-14

The 29th annual Ojai Studio Artists Tour - one of the premier art events in California - is set for the weekend of October 13-14. The 2012 edition features 50 artists in working studios across the breathtaking Ojai Valley, along with surprise musical guests, a special Pre-Tour program on the 12th for early arrivals, and a gala dessert reception on the 13th. 

While largely self-guided, 2012 introduces a guided option as well: a day-long "Concierge Tour w/lunch" led by art expert and Ojai Valley Museum Director Michele Ellis Pracy. 

Proceeds from this "tour with a higher purpose" benefit the youth art scholarships OSA awards each Spring, as well as public school art programs, art books for the Library, and capital improvements for the Ojai Center for the Arts. 

Tickets are $20 in advance or may be purchased for $25 at the Ojai Art Center on October 13 or 14. Tickets and more information are available at Ojaistudioartists.org.

Come see why the LA Times, Sunset Magazine and others describe the Ojai Studio Artists as "world-class," and the Tour, "a rare experience."

TOUR FACTS:
October 13 & 14, 2012
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Reception, 7 to 8:30 p.m., October 13 at the Ojai Art Center
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 during the tour weekend
Youth 16 and under are free

Tickets are available online at ojaistudioartists.org/studio_tour.html

About Ojai Studio Artists
The organization's mission is to create an environment where artists thrive _ professional and student alike - and fulfill the potential of the arts to enrich lives and build community.  The Ojai Studio Artists (OSA) are an approved 501 (c) 3 nonprofit.  Contributions to OSA are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.  For more information: www.ojaistudioartists.org.

35th Annual Ojai Art in the Park Memorial Day Weekend, May 26th-27th

On Memorial Day weekend, May 26-27 is one of Ojai’s main events, the 35th Annual “Art in the Park.” The open-air juried art show is presented by the Ojai Center for the Arts, the oldest nonprofit art center in California. Drawing artists from all over California, the Art Center accepts work in the following categories: oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, glass, wood, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fine jewelry, and mixed media. Cash prizes are awarded, but the weekend offers something more. Hours are 10am to 5pm.

Plan ahead and don’t let this Memorial Day find you still looking for something to do. Instead, take part in an Ojai tradition under the canopy of Libbey Park’s century-old oak trees. Enjoy the beautiful casual surroundings and mingle with artists and patrons throughout the weekend. Show hours are 10am to 5pm. For further information about Art In The Park, call (805) 646-0117.

Westside ArtWalk 2012 in Ventura Planned for July 21-22

Westside Artwalk is a free self-guided walking tour of 200 established and emerging artists at over 60 galleries and studios in Ventura's Westside Cultural District, just steps from the beach and Ventura Pier. Artwalk is one of the best ways to check out Ventura's bustling and diverse art community!

The Westside ArtWalk, scheduled for the weekend of July 21-22, 2012 is being planned by an all-volunteer group of citizens who took over the popular free showcase from the City of Ventura when budget cuts necessitated the elimination of many programs. Hours are noon to 8pm on Saturday, the 21st and Sunday from noon to 5pm.

The event features established galleries and art spaces west of Seaward Avenue, as well as new spaces created entirely for the event, highlighting a wide range of talented professionals from all over the region. Each venue will provide a unique experience for art lovers. A map will guide visitors.

Visit www.westsideartwalk.org for more information.

Veterans History Project: "Healing Through Story" in Ojai on Saturday, May 26th

Veterans History Project: "Healing Through Story" 

Ojai Event to Honor US Veterans, Saturday May 26 

Veterans History Project: "Healing Through Story" is an event to thank and honor US Veterans – from all branches of the Armed Forces – in a memorable and dignified manner by providing them tools and venues to share their personal stories through spoken words

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Ventura 4th of July Street Fair and 37th Annual Children's Pushem-Pullem Parade

Held on our nation's birthday, the annual City of Ventura 4th of July Street Fair attracts up to 50,000 people to Downtown Ventura. This year's event theme is "Happy Birthday Lady Liberty."

The event covers seven blocks of Main Street and several side streets filled with over 250 fine artists, crafters, nonprofit organizations and food booths. The Street Fair has three stages of continuous live entertainment. Open 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is free to the public. A free shuttle service to the event from the Ventura County Government Center is available from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Last shuttle leaving the Street Fair is at 5 p.m.

The 37th Annual Children’s Pushem - Pullem Parade at 10:00 a.m. is sponsored by the Ventura East Rotary Club and City of Ventura Community Services Department.  Assemble at Cemetery Park at Main and Crimea Streets at 9:00 a.m.  The parade proceeds down Main Street to Fir Street at 10:30 a.m.

More information and applications for vendor and food booths at www.cityofventura.net/streetfairs or call 805.654.7749 for more information.

Spring Events and Exhibitions at the Carnegie Art Museum in Oxnard

March 4 - May 20, 2012
Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation
Frederick R. Weisman was a pioneering Los Angeles art collector whose rise as an important patron of the arts paralleled the eme

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A Midsummer Eve of Wine & Arts at Hyatt Westlake Plaza on Saturday, August 18th

The Rotary Club of Thousand Oaks is proud to present the 11th Annual "A Midsummer Eve of Wine & Arts" on Saturday, August 18th from 3 - 7 pm at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza located at 880 S Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village.

For adults only age 21 and up, Tastings of acclaimed West Coast wineries, fine art exhibits and appearances by Olympic athletes plus for sale displays of art.  A Benefit for the Special Olympics.

For further information, visit us at www.thousandoaksrotary.org.

Local Artists Open Studios to Public in Camarillo on 1st Saturday of the Month

LOCAL ARTISTS OPEN STUDIOS TO PUBLIC IN CAMARILLO - 1ST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Beginning this Saturday, October 1, and continuing the first Saturday of each month, the nearly 40 resident artists at Studio Channel Islands Art Center will open their studios to the public from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free. The studios are located in Old Town Camarillo at 2222 Ventura Boulevard with entrances on Ventura Blvd. and Elm Street.

Visitors are invited to browse the artists’ work, their work-space and meet the artists personally. The artists cover a wide variety of artistic media including oil and water color painting, pastel, fiber arts, ceramics, bronze and clay sculpture, photography (even camaraless photography), jewelry and more. This is a rare opportunity to meet with some of the region’s finest artists in their studios.

Many of the artists offer classes for all ages. For more information visit the website at www.studiochannelislands.org.

Studio Channel Islands Art Center and Gallery is a non-profit organization with a fine arts gallery located at 2221 Ventura Boulevard and Artists Studios located directly across the street, at 2222 Ventura Boulevard. Gallery Hours: Tuesday 11am – 3pm; Wednesday – Friday 11am – 5pm; Saturday 10am – 3pm.