Demonstration by Susan Laninga, CZT Ocala Art Group members and guests were treated to a Zen-spiring hands-on session of Zentangle or Tangled patterns, and they were in the ZONE!!!! totally immersed in their fascinating repeated designs. What a terrific way to unwind at the end of the day, or to experience creative moments on a… Continue reading Zentangle- April 13, 2026
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Page2Stage
March 20, 2026 Friday, March 20, Chelsea Art Center hosted another inspiring evening of poetry, “Page2Stage”, presented by members of the Spoken Word Ocala group. An appreciative audience enjoyed three sessions of poetic works performed against the backdrop of the current Spring Art Exhibit of works by local artists and music by pianist, Gregorio. Our… Continue reading Page2Stage
Spring 2026 Exhibit- Festival of Art
The Opening Reception of possibly our best yet exhibition was Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 1- 3 p.m.. An appreciative crowd of artists and art-lovers gathered for a pleasant afternoon. On view for the next three months are 59 spectacular artworks in all media, including an awesome wood Eiffel Tower scaled 1/100th by Jerry Shaner… Continue reading Spring 2026 Exhibit- Festival of Art
Spoken Word
February 20, 2026 The “Spoken Word” group’s first event at Chelsea Art Center was a fabulous success with six poets presenting three rounds of inspiring poetry, some works accompanied by a virtuoso violinist. An enthralled audience of about 60 people enjoyed a pleasant cultural evening immersed in literary art, musical art, and the visual art… Continue reading Spoken Word
Winter All-Media Exhibition
The Winter All-Media Exhibit showcases 28 local artists who share their creative interpretations of the seasonal theme, Fire and Frost, with magical effect. The exhibit opened with a well-attended festive reception on Sunday December 7, from 2 – 4 p.m.. Artworks in the two gallery spaces were grouped and hung by a team of Vicki… Continue reading Winter All-Media Exhibition
Harvest of Color- All-Media Exhibit
September – November 2025 “Harvest of Color”, an All-Media Exhibit of 56 vibrant and diverse artworks by 32 local artists, opened with fanfare on September 7th, 2025. At least 80 art lovers attended the Opening Reception featuring the exhibit, chats with the artists, live classical guitar by Gregorio Rivera, delicious light refreshments, and demonstrations of… Continue reading Harvest of Color- All-Media Exhibit
Spring All Media Exhibit
March 9 through May 29, 2025 Find a fresh breath of Spring in the new all-media Art Exhibit at Chelsea Art Center, 3305 E Silver Springs Blvd. Â Stunning art works by 28 talented local artists are for sale. The Exhibit is free and open to the public, Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. now through… Continue reading Spring All Media Exhibit
Winter All-Media Exhibit
“Festival of Creativity” CAC’s Winter All-Media Exhibit, is an impressive show of 58 artworks by 31 local artists. We celebrated our artists at a reception on Sunday, December 8 with live entertainment by classical guitarist David Temple and his wife and partner in La Vie Ensemble Helene Nicole who sang in French and English and… Continue reading Winter All-Media Exhibit
Fall 2024 Exhibit
“Abundant Creativity” CAC’s Fall Exhibit, a show of 54 vibrant artworks in all media by 28 local artists is OPEN! We celebrated our artists at a reception on Sunday, September 22 and gave them an opportunity to talk about their artwork. We are especially proud of our youngest artists, Julian and Rebekah, who are students… Continue reading Fall 2024 Exhibit
Summer 2024 Art Exhibit
“Celebrating Creativity” At the August 25th Reception we proudly announced the Winners of the People’s Choice Awards for this outstanding All-Media exhibit. BEST OF SHOW – Vicki Fye – The Young Shepherdess FIRST PLACE – Michelee Curry – Humpback and Herring SECOND PLACE- Joanie Ford- Waiting for the SunSECOND PLACE – Sherese Mesko- AndreaSECOND PLACE-… Continue reading Summer 2024 Art Exhibit