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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.

A sculpture that appears to be made of a mylar balloon but is actually resin in the shape of a tropical fish kissing its reflection in a mirrir

Museum Circle Event: What Are We Looking At?

by Erica Ellis June 11, 2024 in Past Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

Explore the world of Pop Art in conjunction with Adam Parker Smith: For The Time Being

Artist Kiel Johnson working on an artwork

Museum Circle Event: Kiel Johnson Studio Tour

by Erica Ellis June 11, 2024 in Past Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

An intimate luncheon and tour of artist Kiel Johnson’s studio in Shandon

Adam Parker Smith artwork. A sculpture depicting a metallic balloon with "Forever Yours" on the front, encased in a clear resin cube

Museum Circle Preview: Adam Parker Smith

by Erica Ellis June 10, 2024 in Past Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

Enjoy an intimate preview of For The Time Being and meet artist Adam Parker Smith

Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas

Museum Circle Trip: Bentonville, AR

by Erica Ellis June 9, 2024 in Past Museum Circle Event Comments are Disabled

Visual and performing arts collide at the Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas

Layered photo of artist Adam Parker Smith climbing on three of his "sleeping bag" sculptures, standing upright similar to an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus. Credit Interview Magazine summer 2021.

Artist’s Talk with Adam Parker Smith

by Erica Ellis March 6, 2024 in Past Artist Program Comments are Disabled

The For The Time Being artist delves into his pop art practice

SLO(W) Rainbow by Leah Rosenberg, SLOMA's 2023 mural project. Side view of a building with a colorful set of hills on the right

2023 Annual Report

by Erica Ellis December 5, 2023 in Uncategorized Comments are Disabled

A quick recap of all we accomplished together in 2023

"The Ocean Beneath the Ocean with Water made of Diamonds" (detail) by Alisa Sikelianos-Carter. Dark figures seemingly float is a blue field

Artist’s Talk with Alisa Sikelianos-Carter

by Erica Ellis October 6, 2023 in Past Artist Program Comments are Disabled

In Space and Splendor at SLOMA

Book cover of First Blush by Dan Hill. Woman sitting on a bench looking at pink brushstrokes.

The Inside Scoop: People’s Intuitive Reactions to Famous Art

by Mac Wilkinson August 17, 2023 in Uncategorized Comments are Disabled

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A large-scale steel sculpture painted bright red. Loops of metal remiscent of a mobius strip. Museum beyond.

Mark di Suvero: Mamma Mobius

by Erica Ellis July 24, 2023 in Uncategorized Comments are Disabled

Mark di Suvero: Mamma Mobius Location: SLOMA Public Art Platform Exhibition dates: August 2021 to March 2022 (no longer on view) The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art is thrilled to present Mamma Mobius, an iconic and transcendent sculpture displayed on the Museum’s lawn. This sculpture references the Mobius band, a [...]

Close up image of Maria Molteni's mural in downtown SLO. Quilt-like patterns of semi-circles falling down before a minimalistic water background. Geometric mountains with braids of lava, symbolizing the seven sisters of SLO. Seven stars in quilt-like patterns representing the Pleiades are above the mountain peaks.

Maria Molteni: Seven Sisters (Celestial Subduction)

by Erica Ellis July 24, 2023 in Uncategorized Comments are Disabled

Maria Molteni: Seven Sisters (Celestial Subduction) Location: 1000 Block of Higuera Street, between Santa Rosa and Osos (click here for map pin). Exhibition dates: Nov 2021–ongoing Many a night I saw the Pleiades risin’ thro’ the mellow shade glitter like a swarm of fireflies tangles in a silver braid —Alfred [...]