Gallery at Marina Square

Princess and Molle by Carlo Christian From a young age, I have been in love with the craft and art of photography. I was fortunate to work as a commercial printer in two prestigious photo labs, as well as, an assistant photographer in a high-end fashion studio. Today I work as a chemist and own a small studio and photography business. My interest in history, both natural and human, informs my choice of photographic subjects. My favorite mentor taught me when outdoors natu...re tells us about relationships, the cycles of life and matter, organic and inorganic: just look around and listen. This lesson still inspires my photographic vision. I love revisiting deserted buildings, farms, ranches and junk yards over time as they return to naturethe sacred circle. These abandoned places whisper stories of our ancestor’s dreams and lives when we take the time to look and listen. My ambition is to share those impressions. tg

Photographer: Alice Cahill Alice Cahill is an award winning nature photographer. Her inspiration is the Earth she is fascinated by it, and she believes in nature as a healing force and a refuge from the chaos of daily life. Alice’s photographs have been published in many nature and photo magazines, including Outdoor California, Photographers Forum, Outdoor and Nature, and Oprah’s O Magazine.... Alice is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association and the National Association of Photoshop Professionals. tg

Gallery Artist: Nancy Trujillo

Artist: Linda Bench Linda likes to draw inspiring natural scenescoastal panoramas, oak covered hillsides, flowers and wildlife. While she’s always enjoyed drawing and art, she learned to draw well while studying landscape architecture in college. In 1998, she began focusing her artistic efforts on colored pencil drawing, and has slowly built up her portfolio. Each picture takes about 20 to 25 hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the background. She starts with a... line drawing, slowly building up multiple layers of color to achieve the depth and intensity she’s looking for. Linda lives with her family in the mountains between Morro Bay and Atascadero. tg

Artist: George Adsel George was raised in Monterey Park, California, obtained an art education at East Los Angeles College, and C.S.U. Los Angeles and Fullerton, and now resides in Atascadero. George has taught art at the Hibbs’ Cove Art Centre in Newfoundland, Canada, and at the Charles Paddock Zoo. He has owned art galleries, and his scenes of fishing villages have sold to collectors from around the world.... George is a member of the Central Coast Printmakers and OPAG. He enters art shows, helps in the schools, illustrates books and greeting cards, and involved in many other projects. tg

Artist: Paul Spanky Anderson Spanky grew up in Georgia and learned to draw and paint at an early age. He later traveled the south and exhibited his artwork of the southern landscape. He graduated from the University of West Georgia with a BA in Art, where he was awarded two Permanent Collection awards from Peter Augustini, a world renowned sculptor from New York, and internationally known painter Donald Cooper. Upon graduation, Spanky began his career as a graphic designer ...and colorist with a major carpet and textile manufacturer. In the mid-seventies Spanky accepted a designer colorist position in Southern California where he continued to paint and pursue his love of the local land and seascape. Most recently Spanky has moved to the Morro Bay area where he says My peripheral vision of the central coast virtually dictates the color palette and brushstrokes onto my canvas. tg

What is Gallery at Marina Square? We're a local artists gallery in Morro Bay California! We have over 60 local artists, photographers, jewelers, sculptors, painters and more! Come on by! We're open 10-6 daily here in Morro Bay! If you're an artist and are interested in joining us - email [email protected] for more information!

FEATURED ARTIST: UPPER FALLERY CARLO CHRISTIAN FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY In Carlo Christian’s own words:... "From a young age, I have been in love with the craft and art of photography. I was fortunate to work as a commercial printer in two prestigious photo labs, as well as, an assistant photographer in a high-end fashion studio. Today I work as a chemist and own a small studio and photography business. "My interest in history, both natural and human, informs my choice of photographic subjects. My favorite mentor taught me when outdoors nature tells us about relationships, the cycles of life and matter, organic and inorganic: just look around and listen. This lesson still inspires my photographic vision. "I love revisiting deserted buildings, farms, ranches and junk yards over time as they return to naturethe sacred circle. These abandoned places whisper stories of our ancestor’s dreams and lives when we take the time to look and listen. My ambition is to share those impressions."

Featured Artists -November 2020 FEATURED ARTIST: LOWER ROOM Lower Gallery: PAUL SPANKY ANDERSON FINE ART PAINTING... Artist Statement Spanky Anderson grew up in Georgia and learned to draw and paint at an early age. He later traveled the south and exhibited his artwork of the southern landscape. He graduated from the University of West Georgia with a BA in Art, where he was awarded two Permanent Collection awards from Peter Augustini, a world renowned sculptor from New York, and internationally known painter Donald Cooper. Upon graduation, Spanky began his career as a graphic designer and colorist with a major carpet and textile manufacturer. In the mid-seventies Spanky accepted a designer colorist position in Southern California where he continued to paint and pursue his love of the local land and seascape. Most recently Spanky has moved to the Morro Bay area where he says My peripheral vision of the central coast virtually dictates the color palette and brushstrokes onto my canvas.

Jack McNeal is working today! Here’s his photo titled Low Tide at Sunset. We’re here till 7! -Gs

Photographer Karen Peterson is working today! Come on by, we’re open till 7!

Gallery Artist: Jari de Ham Jarien de Ham has lived on the Central Coast since 1974 with her husband, Gerald, and has raised two sons here. Her interest in art began as a child, then on to a BA from UCSB, working as an artist from home, followed by classes in Chinese painting and calligraphy at Cuesta College in the early 2000’s. This added to a lifelong interest in Asian culture from martial arts to Zen Buddhism leading, naturally to study at an art academy in Hangzhou, China. It is ever a challenge to master traditional techniques as well as push the boundaries of spontaneity. The climate and locale of the Central Coast continues to inspire and feed the need to express landscapes and forms with an Asian feel.

Gallery Artist: Stevie Chun Stevie Chun was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. She now resides with her husband in a small town between Santa Clarita and Palmdale, California. Stevie is a self-taught artist and while exploring different mediums, she found her love for watercolor. Her work has been displayed in group shows around Southern California. My work depicts autobiographical experiences. Through my art I am able to share both the ecstasies of my life and the struggles of trying to understand the world around me. I found a deep love for watercolor and use it in many of my pieces. Watercolor flows freely and is unpredictable just like the hidden child within.

Gallery Artist: Carlo Christian From a young age, I have been in love with the craft and art of photography. I was fortunate to work as a commercial printer in two prestigious photo labs, as well as, an assistant photographer in a high-end fashion studio. Today I work as a chemist and own a small studio and photography business. My interest in history, both natural and human, informs my choice of photographic subjects. My favorite mentor taught me when outdoors nature tell...s us about relationships, the cycles of life and matter, organic and inorganic: just look around and listen. This lesson still inspires my photographic vision. I love revisiting deserted buildings, farms, ranches and junk yards over time as they return to naturethe sacred circle. These abandoned places whisper stories of our ancestor’s dreams and lives when we take the time to look and listen. My ambition is to share those impressions.

Brian Johnson is here at the gallery today! Brian works in mixed media, inks, paint, and mirrors combine and create a layered and rich field of vision! We’re open till 5! -Gs

Gallery Artist: Alice Cahill Alice Cahill is an award winning nature photographer. Her inspiration is the Earth she is fascinated by it, and she believes in nature as a healing force and a refuge from the chaos of daily life. Alice’s photographs have been published in many nature and photo magazines, including Outdoor California, Photographers Forum, Outdoor and Nature, and Oprah’s O Magazine.... Alice is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association and the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.

Gallery Artist: Linda Bench Linda likes to draw inspiring natural scenescoastal panoramas, oak covered hillsides, flowers and wildlife. While she’s always enjoyed drawing and art, she learned to draw well while studying landscape architecture in college. In 1998, she began focusing her artistic efforts on colored pencil drawing, and has slowly built up her portfolio. Each picture takes about 20 to 25 hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the background. She starts with a line drawing, slowly building up multiple layers of color to achieve the depth and intensity she’s looking for. Linda lives with her family in the mountains between Morro Bay and Atascadero.

Gallery Artist: George Asdel George was raised in Monterey Park, California, obtained an art education at East Los Angeles College, and C.S.U. Los Angeles and Fullerton, and now resides in Atascadero. George has taught art at the Hibbs’ Cove Art Centre in Newfoundland, Canada, and at the Charles Paddock Zoo. He has owned art galleries, and his scenes of fishing villages have sold to collectors from around the world.... George is a member of the Central Coast Printmakers and OPAG. He enters art shows, helps in the schools, illustrates books and greeting cards, and involved in many other projects.

Sara DeLong is an award winning watercolor artist. Her paintings emanate a glowing transparency of which she has developed over the last 25 years. Her loose realistic style draws you in and invites the onlooker to stay for awhile.

Karen Peterson is working today, come and see her amazing work! We're open till 5! -gs