Read more about the article Local artist Laurie Morgan debuts exhibit, ‘Something Old, Something New’
Photo courtesy of Laurie Morgan.

Local artist Laurie Morgan debuts exhibit, ‘Something Old, Something New’

The Santa Clarita Artists Association’s award-winning artist, Laurie Morgan, is set to have a solo art exhibit Sept. 1 through Sept. 30.  The exhibit is titled “Something Old, Something New,”…

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Read more about the article In the Eye of the Beholder: Public Art in Santa Clarita
The “Community Mosaic Mural,” located on the South Fork Trail between Valencia Boulevard and McBean Parkway, was installed in 2014. Courtesy of City of Santa Clarita.

In the Eye of the Beholder: Public Art in Santa Clarita

By Michele E. Buttelman  Dotted throughout the landscape of Santa Clarita residents will stumble upon poetry etched in concrete, brightly painted murals and striking artistic sculptures.   The visible handiwork of…

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Read more about the article Art reception opens up a world of color
City of Santa Clarita Arts and Events Program Specialist Daniel Talamantes welcomes attendees to the reception of the Rio Norte Junior High School art display held at the Community Wall in the Westfield Valencia Town Center on Tuesday, 052422. Dan Watson/The Signal

Art reception opens up a world of color

Rio Norte Junior High School students present final art project with retiring teacher A plain wall transformed with creative and colorful artwork depicting ideas of change, new life and new…

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Hart student’s painting selected to appear in Congress

Olivia Moon is a junior at William S. Hart High School — and her artwork is headed to the U.S. Capitol.   Moon was named the winner of the 2021 Congressional Art Competition for California’s 25th District. She…

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Read more about the article SCAA announces student scholarship award winners
First-place winner of this year’s Santa Clarita Artists Association student scholarship awards is Isabella Lee for her charcoal piece, “Grandma’s Tea Set.” Courtesy photo

SCAA announces student scholarship award winners

Each year, the Santa Clarita Artists Association raises funds to provide scholarships to high school graduating senior art students in the Santa Clarita Valley, with plans to continue their education…

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Read more about the article Local singer Stina releases first single
"Stina" is a local recording artist who recently released her first single. January 31, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Local singer Stina releases first single

Stina learned firsthand how isolating Hollywood can be behind the glitz and glam. But instead of just moping about it, she turned her experience into art.

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Read more about the article An SCV ‘Imagineer’ shares his inspiration
Walt Disney Imagineer Larry Nikolai has worked on many attractions around the world, but his favorite is The Little Mermaid~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure in Disney California Adventure Park. Cory Rubin/The Signal

An SCV ‘Imagineer’ shares his inspiration

Larry Nikolai, an artist and Disney Imagineer, had always been a fan of Disneyland, but seeing the park’s animatronic Abraham Lincoln captured his attention, while the later introduction of “Pirates of the Caribbean” cemented his fascination with animatronics.

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Valencia couple embark on new business venture Timebomb Artworks

A Valencia husband-and-wife team are gearing up to launch a small art business, Timebomb Artworks, dealing in custom-made items that range from home decor to clothing.  Heath Hanchett, studio grip…

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Read more about the article City of Santa Clarita to host free arts symposium
Attendees listen to panel at 2018 Art Symposium / Curtesy of Jeff Barber

City of Santa Clarita to host free arts symposium

By Kaitlyn Nickerson For The Signal To celebrate Artober, the city of Santa Clarita plans to host the annual New Heights Arts Symposium for artists and art lovers in the…

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Read more about the article OLPH Church hosts first art show
Kevin Kipper, Artist explains his multi-layered process to an attendee at the OLPH Art Show, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

OLPH Church hosts first art show

Members of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church (OLPH) gathered after each mass on Sunday to marvel at the talents of the members of their church at their first art fair.

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Read more about the article Five ways to elevate your home decor through minimalism
Instead of filling every wall with pictures, choose just one accent wall, eliminating excessive decor elements around it. Let one work of art dominate that space, reducing any competition for attention.

Five ways to elevate your home decor through minimalism

The latest trends in home decor reveal a desire for a feeling of tranquility and calmness, perhaps as a response to today's overly busy and distracted lifestyles.

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Read more about the article Yes I Can of Santa Clarita expands outreach
Bret Lieberman, Executive Director of YIC surrounded by art that has been produced by YIC artist. Gilbert BernalThe Signal

Yes I Can of Santa Clarita expands outreach

The Yes I Can, or YIC, organization, a nonprofit that looks to build a feeling of inclusion in the community, is scheduled to present a free music and art show…

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Read more about the article Artists needed for September ‘Artquinox’ event
Audience members interacting with the work and the artists at Artquinoxen #1: Vernal Convergence at The Main in Newhall Friday, March 29. Courtesy of Mani Benavides

Artists needed for September ‘Artquinox’ event

Arts for Santa Clarita, an art advocacy organization, is looking for artists to participate in the next Artquinoxen event in September.  “What we’re trying to do is highlight and draw…

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Read more about the article How to create an eye-catching gallery wall
Gallery walls allow homeowners to create visually appealing groupings of photos, frames, wall art and more.

How to create an eye-catching gallery wall

Gallery walls, also called moment walls, are one of today’s hottest home decor trends. Gallery walls enable homeowners to create visually appealing groupings of photos, frames, wall art and much…

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Read more about the article The art of buying art for your home
The art people hang in their homes is a personal choice, and the process of finding that art can be fun and eye-opening.

The art of buying art for your home

Designing a home’s interior can be fun. Whether furnishing a first apartment or a newly purchased family home, many people feel that the art they put on the walls of…

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Read more about the article Ted Dayton: Artist in Action
Photographer Ted Dayton walks on a ridge near Skylark Lane to find the angle over the rooftops to make his ultra high resolution images of the Five Knolls Community in Santa Clarita. Dan Watson/The Signal

Ted Dayton: Artist in Action

When Sand Canyon resident Ted Dayton first attended college, he realized he didn’t have a clue about what to study, or what he wanted to do with his life. He…

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