Now at the CAW
Stephanie Baker Presents:
PORTRAITS, 1990-Present
A Joyous Exhibit of Black & White Portrait Photography
Friday, January 16th & Saturday, January 17th, 5-8pm
From the organizer:
“For nearly forty years, I’ve had the joy of taking portraits professionally,” says Stephanie Baker, who specializes in photographing babies, toddlers, children and young adults using natural lighting. “After all these years I’m now finding joy in the faces of a new generation,” as the children she once photographed are now grown and asking her to photograph their young families.
Selected from thousands of portraits taken since 1990, Stephanie Baker has curated a ‘community slide show’, of sorts, that will fill the walls of the gallery, thanks to the projection expertise of the Environment Makers: Jonathan Smith and Kym Cochran.
Numerous portraits affectionately capture fleeting moments of childhood. “Now & Then” photos chronicle the growth of babies becoming children; and children becoming young adults. The “Jumping” photos are an extension of Baker’s own playful spirit, and her ability to create a fun and relaxed environment for children of all ages to be photographed.
“I’m hoping that this show inspires viewers to see the joy in everyone.”
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Stephanie Baker has served on the board of the Media Arts and Design Academy (MAD) at Santa Barbara High School. Baker has also done portrait photography for Stage Left Productions, Santa Barbara High School Theatre, and National Charity League; as well as contributing numerous fundraising photo sessions to various arts organizations.
The Art Process with Kathy Leader Presents:
Gelli Plate Printing Class
Sat. Jan. 17th, 10am-1pm
$85
New techniques in Gelli plate Printing
From the organizer:
Explore the wonderful world of gelli-plate printing: mono printing without a press, using free painting, botanicals, stencils and string. Gelli printing is playful, intuitive, and wonderfully forgiving—it’s about layers, texture, and those unexpected moments that teach us more than any plan ever could. Great for all levels. Materials list sent upon registration.
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The Art Process provides various opportunities for all levels from those who want to explore their creative voice for the first time to those more experienced creatives who would like our inspirational guidance.
Lumina Nostri Presents:
Creative Cluster
Artist Way Creativity Course
Monday Nights 5:30-7:30PM beginning Jan 26 and ending April 20
What happens when you nurture your creativity?
From the organizer:
Lumina Nostri’s Sarah Emma Ruth is facilitating a 12 week exploration of Julia Cameron’s Artist way on Mondays from 5:30-7:30 starting January 26th.
Designed to reconnect us with our Creative within, the class can be enjoyed both as a drop in experience or full-season commitment.
The book, Artist Way by Julia Cameron, can be checked out at the library, purchased from Chaucers or ThriftBooks, or you can come in and experience it through hearsay.
The magic of this experience is the in-person community. As we deepen our connection to ourselves and the material, we become expanders for one another’s experience. This course is action-oriented, and aims to begin to answer to the question what happens when we invest in our own creativity.
The group is only open to Women and Gender minorities this round. 🙏
With questions and to sign up, e-mail luminanostri@gmail.com or go to https://bit.ly/luminanostri.
More information about the organizer.
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Sarah Emma Ruth, de Lumina Nostri, impartirá un curso de 12 semanas sobre El Camino del Artista, escrito por Julia Cameron, los lunes de 17:30 a 19:30pm. Diseñado para reconectarnos con nuestra creatividad interior, el curso se puede disfrutar tanto de forma puntual como con un compromiso para toda la temporada.
El libro El camino del artista, de Julia Cameron, se puede consultar en la biblioteca, comprar en Chaucers o ThriftBooks, o puedes venir y experimentarlo de primera mano.
La magia de esta experiencia es la comunidad presencial. A medida que profundizamos nuestra conexión con nosotros mismos y con el material, nos convertimos en amplificadores de la experiencia de los demás. Este curso está orientado a la acción y tiene como objetivo comenzar a responder a la pregunta de qué sucede cuando invertimos en nuestra propia creatividad.
El grupo solo está abierto a mujeres y minorías de género en esta ronda.
Para cualquier consulta o para registrarse, envíe un correo electrónico a luminanostri@gmail.com o visite https://bit.ly/luminanostrisp.
Artists for Democracy Presents:
The Art of Resistance
Art show open to the community
January 28 – February 2
Call for artists open at artists-for-democracy.com
Submit your Artwork! Show your Protest Signs!
From the organizer:
“The Art of Resistance” show will take place in two spaces at the CAW, the first showing art works reflecting the current political situation along with examples of local, street protest signs. The second gallery will have an exhibit of "The Art of Propaganda" – A display of original WWI and WWII poster art re-imagined for our current era. This gallery will also feature the colorful and striking protest art of Lawrence Wallin.
The call for artists is now live. Go to artists-for-democracy.com/registration for more information.
The opening reception is Friday January 30th from 2:30 to 6:30pm and will have refreshments and entertainment.
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The Artist for Democracy website will be a place for community artists to show their Resistance Art. It is an effort to create a space for concerned artist to express their creativity, frustrations, hope and concerns surrounding the current political situation.
The California Arts Council Presents:
Creative Economy Town Hall
Shape California’s Creative Future
Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2pm - 5:30 pm
Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St
From the organizer:
The Creative Economies in Action: 2025 Statewide Engagement Tour is coming to Santa Barbara, and you're invited to participate! Building upon California’s first Creative Economy Strategic Plan, this town hall listening session will gather community insights and identify innovative practices within the Central Coast region to inform a comprehensive addendum to be submitted to the Governor’s Office and State Legislature in the Spring of 2026.
Our regional town hall will take place Wednesday, February 4, 2pm-5:30pm at the Community Arts Workshop in downtown Santa Barbara (food and coffee/tea will be provided).
This is a great opportunity to provide direct feedback and be a part of shaping the future of the creative economy in our region and the state.
To learn more and register for the town hall, please visit the Eventbrite page HERE. If you’re not able to make it in person, there will also be a virtual town hall the week before on Wednesday, January 28 6-7:30pm for the full Central Coast region. You can register for that event HERE.
For questions or more information, please contact our CAC Regional Engagement Manager, Hannah Jacobson Blumenfeld (hannahjacobsonblumenfeld@gmail.com).
Eric Saint Georges Presents:
Figure Drawing Workshop
Saturday, February 14, 9am-12:30pm
From the organizer:
The goal of this short workshop is to give an introduction to tools and methods one can use to improve the liveliness and expression of quick gestural drawings of the
human form.
Focusing on short poses (mostly 30 seconds to 2 minutes), students will practice techniques and exercises to develop hand-eye coordination and learn strategies for gesture drawings (such as in which order to start and develop the drawing) and improve their ability to draw quick and expressive drawings.
This workshop is appropriate for all levels including beginners. Demos and hands-on critiques are an important part of the instruction.
Cost: $60
To Register (or for questions), email Eric Saint Georges at ericsgc@hawaii.edu
Not Half Bad Theatre Company Presents:
The Story of War
A Comedic One-Man Show!
March 7th and 8th at 7:30 PM
Tickets $25
From the organizer:
When Wathel Rogers, the inventor of animatronics, separated from the Disney company, he set out to create the greatest animatronic show of all time. His creation told the history of warfare, and he called it The Story of War. This is that show. Dillon Yuhasz takes you on a journey from the stone age to modern times as both man and animatronic robot in this strange tale of violence, greed, and dancing pirates.
- 18+
- Strong Language
- Adult Themes
- Gunshots
- Runtime is approximately 1 hour.
With questions email: nothalfbadtheatre@gmail.com
More information at nothalfbad.org.
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Dillon Yuhasz has been performing in Santa Barbara his entire life. An entrepreneur, writer, improviser, puppeteer, singer, and actor, he is known for his high-energy, ambitious one-man productions that push the limits of what one person can (or should) try to do on stage.
You may have seen Dillon most recently as the title role in SBCC’s production of Young Frankenstein, but his true passion lies in building exciting worlds from scratch with bold and unique characters. Over the past few years, he’s written, produced, directed, and performed a string of original one-man shows, including Faces of Magic and All My Actors Are Dead.
Not Half Bad Theatre was created in collaboration with Brittany Ragan. She serves as production manager, prop and set designer, head of marketing, stagehand, as well as the company’s lead vibe checker... shaping each production by having an answer when Dillon asks, “Do you think it’s okay if I do [insert wild idea here]?”
Tayllor and Ademola Oyewole-Davis Present:
Storytelling is the Revolution
What's Your Story?
Tuesday & Thursday 5-7pm Poetry Workshops for All
First Workshop: Tuesday December 2nd, 5pm
Showcase and Exhibition March 2026
Free!
At the Community Arts Workshop
Part of the SBAC Community Arts Residency Program
Create art that no only moves people but also moves the community forward.
Tayllor and Ademola Oyewole-Davis, artists and poets in the 2025-26 Community Arts Residency, are hosting and curating a poetic experience that celebrates all our stories and connects us as a community.
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Two FREE poetry workshops a week, starting in December, at the Community Arts Workshop
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Workshops are open to all (18+ years). Bring something to write with and on! Refreshments are provided.
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A safe community space for members to share their stories and write about them through poetry. We will support members in the writing, editing, and performance process, inviting members to perform in the exhibition in the March 2026.
Who Should Participate?
Anyone! All levels of experience are welcome, from no experience to a lot. The workshops seek to bring together people from all walks of life.
What's the Time Commitment?
Feel free to drop in for just one evening and see what it is about, or commit to as much as you choose. The workshops will build to a concluding showcase, but the point is to give our community a chance to write, share stories, and build connections.
About the Artists
Tayllor Oyewole-Davis is an educator, social impact strategist, and internationally recognized poet. As Founder of Sisterhood(verb), Inc., she merges the arts with community engagement to create sustainable, creative spaces. As Executive Assistant & Artist in Residence at The Riviera Ridge School, she develops arts-integrated programs and partnerships. Her work has been featured in global anthologies, galleries, and stages. Tayllor has presented at national conferences and received honors like the H. Elizabeth Braun Catalyst for Change Award. She holds an M.A. in Humanities and Social Thought from NYU and a B.A. in Psychology from Mount Holyoke College.
Ademola Oyewole-Davis is a Brooklyn-born singer, songwriter, poet, educator, and activist who has performed since age eight. His artistry spans the U.S., with recent collaborations alongside his father, Abiodun Oyewole of The Last Poets, and his upcoming solo project, "Lib(er)ation." With over seven years of teaching experience through Urban Word NYC and independent schools, Ademola cultivates creative, critical learning environments that empower everyone to speak truth and pursue justice.
Use the CAW
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