Category: event

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

International Photography Exhibit – Opens October 15

Exhibit of Ocala Photographer John Elliott opens October 15, 2023 at Chelsea Art Center. Selections from two international series by master photographer and former diplomat OCALA, FL — Chelsea Art Center (CAC), Ocala’s latest addition to its burgeoning art and culture scene, is hosting an exhibition of selected photographs of master photographer and author John… Continue reading International Photography Exhibit – Opens October 15

Grand Opening! August 22, 2023

We celebrated the Grand Opening today with lots of friends and fanfare! At 10 am, Vicki Carol, award-winning local artist, began the celebration with an acrylic demonstration of Tips and Techniques for painting with acrylics. Vicki’s engaging 2-hour demo was also a preview of her upcoming 4-session class on Tuesdays, September 12, through October 3.… Continue reading Grand Opening! August 22, 2023

First Saturday Gallery/Studio Tour -August 5, 2023

Chelsea Art Center is on the map for Ocala’s First Saturday Gallery/Studio Tour each month. Several visitors following the tour map stopped at Chelsea Square to visit CC Fine Arts Gallery, Daniel’s Stained-Glass Designs, and Chelsea Art Center. The Peacock Cottage is next door to us, and another destination in Chelsea Square. Although not on… Continue reading First Saturday Gallery/Studio Tour -August 5, 2023

Make It an Art Day!

Wednesday July 26, 2023 we held our first Open Studio Day. Nine artists bought out supplies and worked on art of their choosing: acrylics, watercolor, oils, pastels, papercrafts. Creativity bloomed! Artists inspired and encouraged one another. Come as strangers, leave as friends! The art community is warm and welcoming! Join us next time. Open Studio… Continue reading Make It an Art Day!

Hispanic Business Council Celebrates Chelsea Square Plaza

The Hispanic Business Council celebrated all Chelsea Square businesses with music, fanfare,and a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 29. The plaza deserves recognition. Although it is one of the oldest plazas in Ocala, every space is leased and businesses are thriving here. Shop owners have formed a friendly and supportive network that feels like “family”. Right in… Continue reading Hispanic Business Council Celebrates Chelsea Square Plaza