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Upcoming Exhibition Upcoming Exhibition
Ripple Effect Ripple Effect
January 24 - March 30, 2025
Manhattan Beach has always cherished its intrinsic connection to the ocean, recognizing that vibrant coastal life depends on a healthy marine ecosystem. To safeguard this vital resource, the city is leading critical environmental initiatives, including a redesigned stormwater drainage system aimed at reducing harmful runoff into the Santa Monica Bay. As a watershed, it is essential for the City to keep our channels clean to preserve water quality, prevent flooding, and protect wildlife habitats.
In response to growing environmental challenges, Ripple Effect brings together a collective of artists whose works capture the ocean ’ s beauty while raising awareness of its fragility, inspiring viewers to reflect on their connection to the sea. These artists draw upon the ocean ’ s elemental forces, creating pieces that evoke its vast and ever-changing presence.
Some works present introspective narratives that quietly explore the human experience shaped by the waves. Together, these creations form a visual tide—one that moves from wonder to reflection, from awareness to action reminding us that the ocean is far more than a resource; it is a source of inspiration, a life force, and a shared responsibility for us all to protect.
Opening Reception Opening Reception
Ripple Effect Ripple Effect
January 24 - March 30, 2025
Join the Manhattan Beach Art Center on Friday, January 24th from 5pm to 7pm for the opening reception of Ripple Effect. The event is free and open to the public.
Ripple Effect will be exhibited at the Manhattan Beach Art Center, located at 1560 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 from January 24th through March 30th, 2025.
Utility Box Beautification Program
Have you seen these beautiful utility boxes around Manhattan Beach? Now is your chance to have your artwork showcased on one, too!
The Cultural Arts Commission is seeking proposals for artwork to be installed on utility boxes throughout the city.
Read through the full Request For Proposal here.
Youth Applicants
Open NOW through January 27th, 2025
Apply Here
Adult Applicants
Open NOW through January 27th, 2025
Apply Here
For more information, please check out our webpage.
Spots Are Still Available!
Adult Art Journaling with Natalie Strong
Come experiment with the freedom and self-expression of art journaling. Working in a provided sketchbook (you may bring your own if you prefer), learn various approaches to capturing your thoughts, feelings, and ideas using mixed media materials and drawing techniques. All skill levels are welcome!
For ages: 18 and up
Wednesday, January 15 through March 19 11:30am-1:00pm
To sign up please visit: Adult Art Journaling #44022
For ages: 18 and up
Thursday, January 16 through March 20 10:00am- 11:30am
To sign up please visit: Adult Art Journaling #44023
Spots Are Still Available!
Art Lab with Natalie Strong
Explore the possibilities with a variety of materials and mediums! Projects inspired by current working artists are just the starting point for you to discover your style and process. Artists of all abilities are welcome. There will be no class on February 12.
For ages: 5 through 9
Wednesday, Jan 19 - March 26 2:30pm - 4:00pm
To sign up, please visit: Art Lab
Intro to Oil Painting & Intro to Charcoal with Lucy Cui Spots are still available!
Immerse yourself into the world of oil painting! This course will walk you through how to set up your materials and brushes, teach the fundamentals of design, and help you produce your very own paintings under the guidance of a trained instructor. All skill levels are welcome! Supplies are not included.
For ages: 18 and up
Wednesday, Jan 15 - Mar 19
6:30pm - 9:30pm #44045
To register for this workshop please visit: Intro to Oil Painting
Dive into the expressive world of our Charcoal drawing class! Explore the interplay of light and shadow, get a feel for the materials, and refine your skills in creating expressive compositions. All skill levels are welcome! Supplies are not included.
For ages: 18 and up
Thursday, Jan 16 - Mar 20
6:30pm - 9:30pm #44044
To register for this class, please visit: Intro to Charcoal
Digital Drawing with Lucy Cui Spots are still available!
Unleash your inner artist with our new Digital Drawing Class! Whether you are new to drawing or want to grow digitally, our Instructor, Lucy Cui will teach you how to draw anything with a tablet. Discover the joy of bringing your imagination to life on a digital canvas, from dynamic animals to vehicles to captivating characters. Let's sketch, swipe, and soar together! There will be no class on Jan 20 and Feb 17. Supplies are not included. Please review the attached supply list before the first day of class.
For ages: 18 and up Monday, January 13 - March 31 6:30pm - 9:30pm
To register for this workshop please visit: Digital Drawing
Foundations Drawing & Foundations Painting with Edgar Silva
Students will advance their grasp of spatial illusion via atmospheric and linear perspective. Edgar's approach emphasizes practical exploration of visual elements like line, shape, value, volume, texture, space, light, and composition. All skill levels are welcome! Supplies are not included.
Focusing on value and color relationships, this class will walk you through a monochromatic, limited, and finally a full palette. You will learn how the function of light dictates the color relationships we see on the form. Students will work from their photo references to paint as a final project. Supplies are not included.
For ages: 18 and up Friday, Jan 17 - Mar 21
9:00am - 12:00pm
For ages: 18 and up Friday, Jan 17 - Mar 21
12:00pm - 3:00pm #44042
To register for this workshop please visit: Foundations Drawing #44043
To register for this workshop please visit: Foundations Painting
Raku Workshop
Manhattan Beach Art Center
Explore the exciting art of Raku firing in this hands-on workshop! Students will glaze and fire their pieces, participating in the entire process. Students are limited to bring 3-4 pieces, space is limited so not all work may be fired.
Pieces limited to no more than 4” wide and 8” tall. Pieces must be bisque fired prior to workshop. An information sheet about this workshop and requirements will be emailed to participants. Fire safe clothes and closed toed shoes must be worn. Level: Intermediate to Advanced. Workshop is conducted outdoors, behind the Manhattan Beach Art Center.
5PM - 8PM For ages: 18+ #44412
Wednesday, February 12
To register for this workshop please visit: Raku
Silver Metal Clay: Earrings with 5mm Stone
Workshop with Chris Brooks
In this workshop, beginning and returning students will learn at least two ways to set a 5mm stone in a pair of earrings. This small class offers plenty of individual attention in an intimate setting. Fee includes all materials and the use of all tools.
Please bring your own lunch, and glasses for detailed work if you need them. Firing will be done offsite and you will pick up your pieces at the Art Center. The class is located at the Manhattan Beach Art Center.
For ages 16 and up
Saturday, February 22
9:30AM - 3:30PM
Code: #44049
To register for this workshop please visit: Silver Metal Clay: Earrings with 5mm Stone
Manhattan Beach
Center Glaze Lab
Art
Begin your journey into the world of ceramics by visiting Glaze Lab!
Glaze Lab offers an array of premade ceramic pieces for participants to glaze. The fee includes all materials, firing, and labor. No need to make reservations, all you have to do is bring in your creativity!
For more information please visit: Glaze Lab.
Glaze Lab Hours:
Saturday & Sunday 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Glaze Lab Closed: Installation: Jan 1-23
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DigitalDrawing 6:30pm-9:30pm
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AdultArtJournaling 11:30am-1:00pm IntrotoOil 6:30-9:30PM
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FoundationsDrawing
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FoundationsPainting 12PM-3PM
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RippleEffect
OpeningReception 6:00pm-8:00pm
FoundationsDrawing
9AM-12PM
FoundationsPainting 12PM-3PM
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AdultArtJournaling 11:30am-1:00pm ArtLab 3:30pm-5:00pm IntrotoOil 6:30-9:30PM RippleEffect 10-9PM RippleEffect 10-5PM
AdultArtJournaling 10:00am-11:30am IntrotoCharcoal 6:30-9:30PM
FoundationsDrawing 9AM-12PM
FoundationsPainting 12PM-3PM
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