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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art and culture through the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art's (SLOMA) official blog. Our blog is a space where creativity and insight converge. Dive into thought-provoking articles, behind-the-scenes features, and artist spotlights that illuminate the diverse facets of the Central Coast's arts community. Stay informed about upcoming exhibitions, events, and educational initiatives. Join us on this journey as we share stories, perspectives, and the latest happenings that shape the ever-evolving canvas of SLOMA.

Still image from a short film, depicting a simple house in a field of purple

SLOMA Shorts: Notes For Tomorrow

by Erica Ellis March 10, 2025 in Past Artist Program Comments are Disabled

A night of short films in celebration of the exhibition Notes For Tomorrow

A highly detailed painting of bright pink flowers floating over a gauzy, black background

Museum Circle Event: Carol Paquet Studio Tour

by Erica Ellis February 26, 2025 in Past Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

Museum Circle members are invited to tour the studio of the Central Coast artist

Painting showing a patchwork-hooded man smoking a cigar. Cigar recalls the Ku Klux Klan members that the artist saw in the Southern California of his youth, and Guston subverts the terror that they inspired with this buffoonish lampoon of human vice.

Museum Circle Salon: Sourcing Guston’s Late Creativity

by Erica Ellis February 25, 2025 in Upcoming Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

Art History presentation by Professor Ellen G. Landau exploring the art of Philip Guston

A steel sculpture reminiscent of a jellyfish with a teal resin "house" in the middle. SLOMA in the background with a colorful mural

Board Hosted Reception

by Erica Ellis February 18, 2025 in Uncategorized Comments are Disabled

Tuesday, March 25 from 5–7 PM You are invited to an exclusive reception at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, hosted by our very own Board Members. Join us Tuesday, March 25 at 5 PM for a special tour of our current exhibitions and learn about SLOMA's impact on [...]