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Santa Barbara Art Works

Helping artists with disabilities create, show, and sell their work. We bring free art lessons to local schools.

06/01/2026

Spring is in full bloom with these vibrant flowers created by a student in our adaptive art program! 🌸🌼 This season, our young artists explored the magic of the resist technique, discovering how watercolor and oil pastels don’t mix to create stunning, colorful effects.

We’re so proud of their creativity and the joyful expression in every petal!

Interested in joining us next school year? Sign-ups are now open for our adaptive art program— learn, create, and shine with us!

Email [email protected] to enroll today!

05/28/2026

Artists jumping into comics is a blast! They bring wild stories and vivid characters to life, mixing storytelling with eye-popping art. Every panel is a peek into their creative world, showing off their passion and fun. Seeing their work reminds us of art’s endless possibilities and the power of self-expression.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave individuals who have served our country. 🇺🇸

We’re also celebrating the beauty of Santa Barbara through the eyes of local artist Brian MacLaren, whose vibrant watercolor captures the charm of our community. Featured at Santa Barbara Art Works Studio Gallery, his piece reminds us of the special places that make our hometown unique. ❤️

05/22/2026

Our art students have been busy exploring the world of patterns! 🎨✨ From bold stripes and playful zigzags to colorful doodles and whimsical shapes, each sketchbook page is bursting with creativity and energy. We love seeing how every artist experiments with lines, colors, and textures to bring their unique patterns to life! 🖌️

05/19/2026

Learning to mix watercolors to create beautiful shades is one of the many techniques taught at Santa Barbara Art Works. Our artists practice these skills to bring vibrant and inspiring art to the community, showcasing the creativity and dedication behind every brushstroke.

05/14/2026

Reiko’s artwork beautifully captures both nature and imagination. From serene landscapes and playful pandas to bold, colorful abstract pieces, each painting reflects her unique perspective and creativity. Her contributions to the Santa Barbara Art Works Studio-Gallery inspire joy and showcase the power of artistic expression.

05/11/2026

Our Free Mobile Adaptive Art Program is open for sign-ups for the next school year! Bring a unique, hands-on, and inclusive art experience to your special needs classroom with the help of our trained art instructors.

✨ Program Highlights:
Weekly or monthly in-class visits
45–60 minute adaptive art lessons
All art supplies provided
Completely free, thanks to the Ann Jackson Family Foundation Grant

📧 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot and spark creativity in your classroom!

05/07/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎🎨

This vibrant piece from Santa Barbara Art Works reminds us of all the amazing teachers who inspire creativity and imagination every day. A huge thank you to our incredible art instructors—Chris, Jacob, Brian, and Jenny—for sharing your talent, passion, and guidance with our community. Your dedication makes learning an artful adventure! 💛🖌️

05/05/2026

Scott Ryker is hard at work on his latest masterpiece! 🎨💜 With bold strokes of purple and pink, he’s bringing his creative vision to life at Santa Barbara Art Works. We can’t wait to see the final piece! 🌴

05/01/2026

Discover the latest creativity at Santa Barbara Art Works! 🎨 Come visit our studio gallery and explore fresh new pieces from local artists. Each visit brings unique colors, textures, and inspirations you won’t want to miss. Stop by and see what’s new today! 🌴

Address

28 E. Victoria Street
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

Telephone

(805) 260-6705

Website

http://www.sbartworks.org/

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