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
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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
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
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
Paint with Al Black! – Sept 9, 2023
Every seat was taken! Full house for our big event “Painting with Al Black”, one of the few remaining original Highwaymen. Al coached us stroke by stroke through a beautiful Florida landscape painting.Here are a few photos of a day we are not likely to forget!!! Time to stand back and take a look at… Continue reading Paint with Al Black! – Sept 9, 2023
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