Arts & Culture
Gualala Arts Center: The town of Gualala, just north of The Sea Ranch, hosts a beautiful community art center in the redwoods. The Gualala Arts Center is home to a number of art exhibits, workshops and classes, classical and popular music performances, theater, lectures and much more. Click here to check out their upcoming events.
Studio 391: Established in 2003, Studio 391 is one of Gualala's premier fine art galleries located on California's Sonoma/Mendocino Coast specializing in works by emerging and established artists and featuring Sea Ranch photography by Paul Kozal.
The Discovery Gallery Artist Collective is an artists collective comprised of local North Coast artists representing a full variety of art forms. The studio organizes many events that give you a unique opportunity to learn about the art from the artists themselves. Be sure to tune in and treat yourself to some interesting and informative chatter about the artists' extensive journeys in art and exploration and then view their work in person and have a chance to speak with them one on one.
Henley's Art and Interiors: Since 1981, Henley's has offered a unique collection of fine art by some of Northern California's most accomplished artists, combined with carefully selected craft works created by nationally recognized artisans. Included among traditional oils, watercolors and photography are contemporary works in ceramic, fiber, paper, wood, glass and metal. We invite you to stop in for a visit or just simply browse and enjoy our spectacular ocean view and special ambiance.
The Dolphin, staffed entirely by volunteers, features art and fine crafts by local artists and those in the extended coastal communities of Sonoma and Mendocino Counties. These artists frequently serve as volunteers at the gallery. The inventory changes regularly, and each month the Gallery presents exhibits of work by local artists who are members of Gualala Arts. Visitors to Gualala return to the Dolphin time after time to enjoy the shopping experience and see the new exhibits.
Noma Art Gallery is a different kind of store. Open since 1988, it features the work of artist-owners Carole Gewant and Bill Spiegelhalter, including hand painted clothing and linens, as well as tableware and jewelry handmade from recycled glass. Crafts, jewelry, and clothing from a select group of other artisans and designers are also represented, with a strong emphasis on local and California artists. The look is clean and contemporary, the mood is warm and fun, and the goal is unique, functional and accessibly priced items. NOMA is a small gem set on the beautiful Mendocino coast in the town of Gualala.
Dianne Neuman Gallery is a Fine Art Contemporary Art Gallery featuring the Abstract/colorist works of Dianne Neuman. Dianne creates works in various media-oils, acrylics, inks and papers. In her work, you will find an abandonment of the conventional Western structures, a recognition of the separation and coming together of the spiritual and physical universe and a constant attempt for balance, connection and interrelationship between these two worlds.
Formed in March 2012, Coast Highway Artists Collective (CHAC) curates year round exhibits of its members from the Sonoma and Mendocino coast at this easily recognizable gallery with its red paint and bright yellow sun, and a charming garden. Given that the artists take turns staffing the gallery, visitors are likely to meet one in person. Regular Gallery Hours are Friday through Sunday, 11 A.M. to 5 P.M.
The Arena theatre is a 1928-vintage vaudeville theater and film palace, restored in 1996 to an Art Deco style and upgraded with a large screen and DTS digital sound. The theater brings live performances and well known artists to the stage of this Mendocino Coast venue. A visit makes for a romantic evening or an opportunity to catch a classic or renowned art movie with family. The concessions stand also serves organic popcorn with real butter alongside Point Arena bakery pastries.
Artistic Expressions is a directory of Mendonoma artists, writers, musicians, and artisans of myriad talents such as wood-turning, print making, sculpture, painting, photography, ceramics, tiles, jewelry, wood working, and mixed media among others.
This annual Labor Day weekend event, is a free, self-guided tour along a 25-mile stretch of Highway 1, from Manchester to The Sea Ranch. Pick up a catalog at one of the art galleries in Gualala and look for yellow signs along the route to meet local artists who are happy to demonstrate the making of their art and share their unique vision. Great event to purchase some original one-of-a-kind works.
At this annual Labor Day weekend event, engage and interact with the artists in an intimate setting in this free, self-guided tour. Tour Stops of Art by the Sea Tour include homes in The Sea Ranch community, private studios, and art galleries in Gualala’s Cypress Village Gallery District. During the tour visitors may purchase original works of art directly from the artists or commission new work.