The Sea Ranch and the general Mendonoma region (coastal areas of Mendocino and Sonoma Counties) offers so much by way of natural beauty. It is also holds a treasure trove of art galleries of showcasing the beautiful talent of many local artists. These are definitely worth a visit during your stay in Sea Ranch and even a purchase or two to remind you of our area’s beauty.
One of our favorite galleries is that of Paul Kozal’s Studio 391. Abalone Bay not only has examples of his photographic art, but also pieces by other local artists.
Another favorite is Placewares & Lyndon Design that showcases the work by Erin Lee Gafill.
Artists in the Mendonoma region may belong to one of the following artists collectives or organizations:
- North Coast Artist Guild (NCAG),
- Artists Collective at Elk (ACE),
- Coast Highway Artists Collective (CHAC)
- Upstairs Gallery Collective.
There are many more Mendonoma art galleries for you to explore, each with art treasures for your trip back home. Below is a listing of them. Each includes links to the art galleries their addresses. Most galleries feature artists with many changing their featured artists monthly. It is wise to check the website of the art galleries you wish to visit to see who is highlighted at the time of your visit.
You’ll often find Mendonoma art galleries located in restaurants and local lodges. They do double duty as items of decor as well as for sale.
Other Mendonoma art galleries are frequently built and maintained by volunteers for the love art. Some simply offer our local artists a home to show their masterpieces without charging a commission.
Many have opening receptions that are great fun to attend. We highly recommend you attend one if you are in the area. It is a great opportunity to meet the artist and learn more intimately about the his or her pieces on display and for sale. For current exhibits, call or visit the websites of the individual art galleries.
We frequently announce new exhibits on our own Facebook page, but you may also wish to follow the individual art gallery pages as well.
Studio Discovery Tour – Labor Day Weekend
Of important note is the 2015 Studio Discovery Tour of Mendonoma art galleries that takes place on Labor Day weekend (September 5, 6, & 7) and the weekend after (September 12 – 13).
This free, self-guided tour along a 25-mile stretch of Highway 1, from Point Arena to The Sea Ranch, is the perfect way to spend a leisurely day or an entire weekend. The artists you meet along the way are happy to demonstrate the making of their art and share their unique vision. Many of the galleries list below will participate
And most important to note our annual The Sea Ranch Art By The Sea Art Tour that occurs each Labor Day Weekend Saturday, Sunday and Monday in Sea Ranch and Gualala. Tour guide booklets are available on the Tour’s website. Explore an incredible ensemble of work from 20 extraordinary artists in an array of mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry and photography. This amazing group of artists have been represented in acclaimed galleries throughout the United States and Canada including: New York, San Francisco, Charlotte, Vancouver, Dallas and Santa Barbara.
Mendonoma Art Galleries
Alinder Studio Gallery, Gualala
Exclusively fine photography specialists in the photographs of Ansel Adams
Gallery located in Sea Cliff Center:
39140 S. Highway One
P.O. Box 449
Gualala, CA 95445
ph: 707-884-4884
Bruce Jones, Gualala
Call Bruce Jones at (707)884-3381 for an appointment to see his studio and his new work.
Blue Canoe Coffee & Tea, Anchor Bay
Monthly exhibits with coffee, tea and great food.
35501 Hwy 1, Gualala CA 95445
ph: 707-884-1800
Coast Highway Collective, Point Arena
All art work of the collective is locally produced by members at their home studios.
284 Main Street
Point Arena, CA 95468
ph: 707-882-3618
alt: 707-882-1803
contact
Cynthia Myers Studio
Noted sand-carved glass artist has a studio and showroom on Located on California’s Mendocino Coast (near the Little River Airport)
43000 Little River Airport Road
Little River, California 95456
ph: 707-937-2355
Dianne Neuman Gallery, Anchor Bay
Located in Anchor Bay. Her friends and family wanted to have an opportunity to experience the joy and freedom of painting, so they created “Anchor Bay, California Weekend Workshop Painting Retreats
PO Box 1330
Gualala, CA 95445
ph: 707-696-5701
freestonedianne@aol.com
Discovery Gallery, Gualala
Located in the Seacliff Center, above Trink’s Cafe, on the west side of Highway 1 (elevator accessible)
39140 So. Hwy 1
Gualala, CA,
Dolphin Gallery, Gualala
Gualala Arts’ Dolphin Gallery is located at behind the Post Office in downtown Gualala. Staffed entirely by volunteers, it features art and fine crafts by local artists and those in the extended coastal communities of Sonoma and Mendocino Counties. It also serves as a Sea Ranch / Gualala area Visitor Center.
39225 Highway 1
ph: 707-884-3896
The Elk Artist’s Collective, Elk
Artists are members of the collective. The studio does not charge commission fees.
6031 South Highway 1
PO Box 155
Elk, CA 95432
ph: 707-877-1128
alt: 707-882-2792
E-mail: shivermetimbers13@yahoo.com
Gallery in the Redwoods, Anchor Bay
Color and B/W photography. Gallery features the photography of Bill Apton, well known for his book “Mendonomans.” Open by appointment only.
Anchor Bay
P.O. Box 1131
Gualala, CA 995445
Phone: (707)884-4278
E-mail: aptonphoto@aol.com
Gualala Arts Center, Gualala
They are a community arts organization, located in Gualala, California, dedicated to promoting public interest and participation in the arts- visual and performing. It was built and is maintained by volunteers.
46501 Old State Highway
Gualala, CA
ph: 707-884-1138
info@gualalaarts.org
The Gualala Hotel, Gualala
The Gualala Hotel, Restaurant and Bar is a historical landmark built in 1903 in the center of Gualala, CA. Decor includes many local artists.
39301 S. Highway 1,
Gualala, CA 95445
ph: 707-884-3441
E-mail: info@coastalhospitalitypartners.com
Henley’s Art and Interior, Gualala
Located in Cypress Village along with many other galleries. Offers many curiosities, ceramics, art.
39114 Ocean Drive
Gualala, CA 95445
707-884-1531
Placewares + Lyndon Design, Gualala
This store and gallery focuses on ‘design + art for the home’. Their gallery room exhibits the work of 15 artists, including its owner, Maynard Lyndon, and Erin Lee Gafill.
39114 Ocean Drive
Gualala, CA 95445
ph: 707-884-1184
Email: lulyndon@placewares.com
PopUp Galleries, Point Arena
As described by one reviewer, PopUp galleries are more of a happening than a place. A local artist in the Point Arena area rents a vacant business location for a week or weekend and, with numerous local artist,s puts on an exhibition.
Location & contact- it’s a mystery!
Sea Bluff Studio, Gualala
Ann Berger opens her sculptural ceramics daily by appointment between 10am and 5pm.
378 Wild Moor Reach
POB 1150 Gualala, CA 95445
The Sea Ranch, CA 95497
Ph: 707-785-2044
E-Mail: berger@mcn.org
Sea Ranch Lodge, The Sea Ranch
Exhibits of local artists available for in the lobby, halls and restaurant . Located by marker 50 – about a three-hour drive north of San Francisco and one-hour drive south of Mendocino.
ph: 707-785-2371
Spindrift Gallery, Gualala
One of the many galleries in the Cypress Village.
39210 Ocean Drive
Gualala, California,95445
ph: 707-884-4484
Stewart-Kummer Gallery, Gualala
Exhibits fine arts and crafts of local artists
ph: 707-884-3581
Email: skdone@mcn.org
Studio 391, Gualala
One of Gualala’s premier fine art galleries located on California’s Sonoma/Mendocino Coast specializing in works by emerging and established artists and featuring Sea Ranch photography by Paul Kozal.
39102 Ocean Drive
Cypress Village Gallery District
Gualala, CA 95445-1245
707-884-9065
Email: info@studio391.net
Timber Cove Inn, Timber Cove
The 93-foot tall Beniamino Bufano Peace totem serves as a landmark to this hotel. Gallery is located in the lobby of the Inn.
21780 CA-1,
Jenner, CA 95450
707-847-3231
Upstairs Gallery, Gualala
This gallery recently reopened. It is located at the Seacliff Center above Trink’s restaurant. They offer open calls to artists shows of various themes.
39140 South Highway 1,
Gualala, CA 95445
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