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Carmel Art Association

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Carmel Art Association

Representing local artists since 1927. Open 7 Days a Week
10AM – 5PM

Home of the nation's second oldest artist cooperative, this historic Carmel gallery has been a showcase for the works of some of California's greatest artists since 1927. Continuing that proud tradition today, the Carmel Art Association's sales gallery features paintings and sculpture by noted professional local artists, many of whom have received national recognition as well.

02/18/2026

Peggy Jelmini presents Between Land and Light, a solo exhibition featuring a series of abstract landscapes inspired by the shifting light, colors, and atmosphere of the Monterey Bay.

Jelmini’s paintings explore emotional elements, capturing the feeling of a landscape rather than its literal form. Subtle changes in tone and movement suggest land, water, and sky without defining them.

Peggy shares, “It’s less about the place itself and more about the feeling of being there, listening, and letting the moment stay with you.”

View Between Land and Light in person from now through March 2nd at CAA!

02/17/2026

Art meets science at Carmel Art Association 🎨🐦

Join us for a special artist talk in collaboration with the Monterey Audubon Society, featuring scientific illustrators Emma Nydam, Elise Cypher, and Natalie Chan of California State University, Monterey Bay.

These artists will share a behind-the-scenes look at how field research, observation, and creativity come together in beautifully illustrated birding guides and zines inspired by Monterey County’s diverse habitats.

Also joining the conversation is Shannon Simpson, Executive Director of the Monterey Audubon Society.

We hope you’ll be our guest for this inspiring afternoon at CAA!

02/16/2026

Calling all local artists 🎨

Are you a local artist looking to join Carmel’s artist community? Carmel Art Association is now accepting applications for the 2026 jury to consider.

CAA is seeking artists who demonstrate excellence in creative expression and are committed to contributing to our non-profit community.

Submit your artworks for consideration by the 2026 jury now through Saturday, March 28th.
Click the link in our bio or visit our website at carmelart.org/artist-membership

02/14/2026

Please be our guest tomorrow Saturday, February 14th, from 4 to 7 pm at Carmel Art Association for our February Reception 🥳

This event includes a special For the Love of Art awards ceremony beginning at 6 pm, recognizing outstanding student artwork in drawing, mixed media, painting, and sculpture.

Enjoy wine and appetizers, live jazz, and an evening celebrating the next generation of artists!

02/07/2026

Carmel Art Association is thrilled to once again present For the Love of Art, our Annual Student Art Exhibition and Competition, bringing together talented high school artists from across Monterey County!

Not only do we have FTLoA to look forward to, but we also have a solo exhibition of abstract landscapes by Peggy Jelmini: Between Land and Light.

Please be our guest on Saturday, February 14th, from 4 to 7 pm at Carmel Art Association for our February Reception. This event includes a special For the Love of Art awards ceremony beginning at 6 pm, recognizing outstanding student artwork in drawing, mixed media, painting, and sculpture. Enjoy wine and appetizers, live jazz, and an evening celebrating the next generation of artists!

01/08/2026

As we welcome in the new year, Carmel Art Association presents two exhibitions, now on display: Kathleen Crocetti’s Experiments with Color and Light, a thoughtful exploration of color and perception, alongside our annual January All Members Show. There will be discovery galore in every size, medium, subject, and style.

Toast the New Year at our January Reception on Second Saturday Carmel ArtWalk, January 10th, from 4 to 7pm! Immerse yourself in art, savor a glass of wine, and enjoy live jazz performed by renowned musicians Bill DeLap and Bruce Foreman.

12/11/2025

Please be our guest at the Holiday Reception this Saturday, December 13th from 4-7pm! Anticipate a joyful evening of art, delectables, and live jazz by the Rick Forschino Combo.

Celebrate around our artfully-trimmed living Christmas tree (rented from Carmel historian and author Monica Hudson’s tree farm, located across the street from Point Lobos). Extra special thanks to Artist Member Melissa Lofton for her colorful holiday interior and lighted garden decor.

12/09/2025

Carmel Art Association welcomes the holiday season with the return of The Art of Gifting: 100 Artworks Under $1,000. This annual exhibition highlights the joy of giving. What began as a display of 100 artworks has once again grown into a generous collection of original artworks each priced under $1,000—many priced under $500!

Please be our guest at the Holiday Reception on Saturday, December 13th from 4-7pm! Anticipate a joyful evening of art, delectables, and live jazz by the Rick Forschino Combo.

11/18/2025

Join Gerard Martin this Sunday, November 23rd for a live painting demonstration from 1 to 2pm! 🧑‍🎨

As part of his current exhibition Artistic Journeys, Artist Gerard Martin will demonstrate his methods for painting ocean scenes including beaches, boats, and rough seas. Drawing from his experiences on the Monterey Bay, Gerard will show how he begins a seascape and the techniques he uses to bring movement and atmosphere to his paintings.

See you there!

11/07/2025

As Carmel Art Association greets the winter season this November, we welcome a gallery full of new art for your viewing pleasure. You’ll enjoy two exhibitions plus a “group installation” of artworks by a wide variety of CAA’s 80 Artist Members.

Please be our guest at the November Reception that coincides with Carmel ArtWalk on Second Saturday, November 8th, from 4 to 7 pm. Your favorite local artists will be mingling, wine will be poured, and live jazz will be performed by the Bill DeLap guitar duo, sitting in for the vacationing Rick Forschino Combo.

10/11/2025

Please be our guest tomorrow at our October Reception during on Second Saturday, October 11th, from 4 to 7 pm. Your favorite local artists will be mingling, wine will be poured, and live jazz will be playing!

Address

Dolores Street Between 5th And 6th
Carmel, CA
93921

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+18312503347

Website

http://www.carmelart.org/

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