There are worlds within worlds—quiet, intricate realms that exist just beyond ordinary sight. Hidden Worlds invites the viewer to enter these secret landscapes. In this collection, four visionary photographers, each in their own unique way, express a shared reverence for nature's complexity and its hidden depths. PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Carolyn Moore - www.carolynmooreart.com

Jacqui Turner - www.jacquiturnerphotography.com

Effie Benjamin - www.effiebenjamin.com

Dennis Segers - dennissegers.myportfolio.com

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Presenting the inaugural Monterey Biennial. With over 800 works of art submitted, the Musuem accepted 122 contemporary artists living in Fresno, Kern, Kings, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and San Luis Obispo counties for this groundbreaking exhibition celebrating Central California's diverse and dynamic talent. The theme for the 2025 Biennial, Resonance and Reflection, encourages a wide range of interpretations and allows artists from across the region to contribute diverse creative perspectives and spark public dialogue about contemporary California art.

Consider this artwork an open window where artist and viewer peer one to the other in silent exchange. My innermost vulnerability of emotions, values ....

So proud to have three images juried into this beautiful exhibit. The art will be on display from December 2024-2025. The building is open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 25% of all art sales benefit youth arts education in Monterey County.

PURPLE! is the 7th in a series of annual color themed photo exhibits at Gray Loft Gallery. On view in this group show are images capturing the beauty, emotion, and symbolism of the color purple — a hue often associated with royalty, mystery, spirituality, and creativity — which holds a special place in our visual and emotional spectrum as purple carries a myriad of meanings and emotions.

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