Contemporary Art Exhibitions
At the core of every Vita Art Center exhibit is our commitment to bring museum quality contemporary art to Ventura. Exhibitions included the art of locally and internationally acclaimed artists .
Gallery will be closed for installationthru February 24
Gallery hours: SATURDAYS 12-4pm, 12-4pm.
MENAGERIE, 2024
OPENING: FEBRUARY 24, 2024
4-5pm: Members & Artist Preview Gala, MEMBER RSVP
5-7pm Opening Reception, open to the public
Exhibit dates: February 24 - April 6, 2024
Exhibiting Artists: Da Aie Park, Gwynn Murrill, Ilene Segalove, Michelle Robinson, Mike Blaha, , Ralph Corners, Robert Wilhite, Samuelle Richardson, Tom Knechtel
'Menagerie, 2024,' a group exhibition featuring the works of artists Da Aie Park, Gwynn Murrill, Ilene Segalove, Michelle Robinson, Mike Blaha, , Ralph Corners, Robert Wilhite, Samuelle Richardson, Tom Knechtel. In this showcase, these talented artists explore the theme of animals in their art, offering a unique perspective on the profound connection between humanity and the natural world. Through a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums, 'Menagerie, 2024' presents an engaging and thought-provoking collection that delves into the various facets of our relationship with the animal kingdom.
KAREN KITCHEL
“Cheatgrass Improvisation”
OPENING: FEBRUARY 24, 2024
4-5pm: Members & Artist Preview Gala, MEMBER RSVP
5-7pm Opening Reception, open to the public
Artist Karen Kitchel, showcases her compelling journey to shed light on overlooked aspects and connections within the American landscape. Kitchel's oil paintings skillfully accumulate fragments to evoke a specific sense of place, where geological landmarks remain elusive. Through subtle shifts and repetitions, her artworks provide a cinematic space for introspection and recollection. In this collection, Kitchel delves into the intricate relationship between native and invasive species, focusing on the troublesome Cheatgrass—an accidental introduction to the U.S. in the 1800s with far-reaching ecological consequences. Her exploration of this invasive species, along with her deep connection to the American West, is a testament to her commitment to examining the complex interplay of land use, climate extremes, and the ever-changing landscape. With paintings featured in esteemed institutions worldwide, Karen Kitchel's profound body of work continues to captivate audiences, offering a unique perspective on the evolving American terrain.
MARIE BOSE, CERAMICS
OPENING: FEBRUARY 24, 2024
4-5pm: Members & Artist Preview Gala, MEMBER RSVP
5-7pm Opening Reception, open to the public
Exhibit dates: February 24 - April 6, 2024
Artist and educator Marie Bose specializes in one of a kind handmade high-fire tableware, lighting design and sculpture. Marie’s work is an exploration on cultivating and celebrating ritual of the everyday. She has been working with clay for over a decade along the California coast, where the quiet, raw grace of the landscape animates her pieces. Her years spent as both a farmer and a cook inform the simple, elegant forms she crafts in her home and kitchen wares. She weaves a tactile invitation to enjoy the elegance of slowing down and deepen relationship to beauty within these everyday objects.
SARAH ROBERTS
Emerging & Local
OPENING: FEBRUARY 24, 2024
4-5pm: Members & Artist Preview Gala, MEMBER RSVP
5-7pm Opening Reception, open to the public
Exhibit dates: February 24 - April 6, 2024
Vita Art Center's "Emerging and Local" program mentors local emerging artists, assisting them in professionally exhibiting their work. The program provides support to showcase the abundant talent within our community. This program not only empowers emerging artists but also enriches our local arts scene, showcasing the incredible creativity and potential that exists within our community.