Celebrate the Myriad of Cultures, Perspectives and Identities That Enrich Our Community
The City of Santa Clarita is excited to announce the opening of its latest art exhibition, “Celebrating Diversity,” in the First Floor Gallery within Santa Clarita’s City Hall (23920 Valencia Boulevard). This showcase will run from Thursday, June 6 through Wednesday, September 18, with a special reception event planned for Friday, June 7, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
“Celebrating Diversity” showcases an exciting collection of artworks from a diverse group of artists, each piece celebrating the myriad of cultures, perspectives and identities that enrich our community. With a wide range of mediums, each piece of artwork reflects our shared human experiences and aims to foster dialogue and understanding through compelling narratives.
Dianne Foderaro’s “See Me” is a mixed-media portrait exploring the complexity of identity and self-perception. Ruben Hernandez’s “Love Your Neighbor” is an oil painting capturing a vibrant market scene emphasizing community, connection and everyday joys. Taylor Thomas’ “Happy Birthday (Stevie’s Version)” is a playful and colorful collage reimagining a childhood birthday celebration, layered with cultural and digital references. Each artwork not only showcases the unique vision of each artist, but also stands as a testament to the diverse experiences that enrich our community.
Please join us on Friday, June 7, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the First Floor Gallery in City Hall, to discuss the featured artwork, as well as to get to know the artists behind the original artworks. Enjoy light refreshments and live music throughout the evening. To learn more about “Celebrating Diversity” and upcoming art opportunities with the City of Santa Clarita, please contact Stephanie Jacinto at artistcall@santaclarita.gov.
Exhibiting Artists:
Barbara Tabachnick, Bruce Naiem, Chiho Harazaki, Dianne Foderaro, Doug Pearsall, Elizabeth Chislett, Elizabeth Hall, Faye Abharian, Guanyu Zhao, Habeba Mostafa, Jane Driscoll, Jennie Park, Karol Blumenthal, Katie McGuire, Kenny DeMartines, Larry Richardson, Lorena Uriostegui, Naomi Young, Rosa Villanueva, Ruben Hernandez, Shan Li, Smonica Lin, Susie Danielyan, Taylor Thomas, Valerie Gaerlan and Yvette Nicole Kolodji.
