Events

9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts and Containers January 25 – April 12, 2025 Opening Reception: February 1, 2025 Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is pleased to announce 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts and Containers, a showcase of artworks by 18 distinguished artists from California’s established fiber art community. Presenting innovative […]

The Board of Trustees and Staff of Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education wish you and yours a happy Presidents’ Day. The Art Center will be closed Monday, February 17th, in observance of the holiday. ABOVE: Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze, 1851. Courtesy Metropolitan Museum of Art, New […]

Curators' Tour - 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts & Containers Saturday, March 8, 1-3 pm FREE ADMISSION Join us Saturday, March, 1-3 pm, when 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts & Containers curators Carrie Burckle and Jo Lauria will highlight many of the artists' influences and inspirations in the exhibit. They will provide unique insights and […]

 Get ready for an unforgettable week of creativity and exploration!  Spring Art Academy is back April 7–11, 9 AM–3 PM, and this year’s theme is "Exploring STEM, Clay, Coding, and Cuisine!"   Spots are limited—secure yours now!  Register today HERE.  What’s in store for young artists? ✨ Illustration & Mixed Media – Bring stories to life through STEM x Art exploration, drawing, […]

PVAC Annual Student Art Exhibition May 2 – May 24, 2025 Reception: Friday, May 2, 3-6 pm   Palos Verdes Art Center/Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education proudly presents the Annual Student Art Exhibition, featuring Palos Verdes Peninsula student artwork.   The exhibition will highlight this year’s artistic creations from Palos Verdes Art Center […]

CHRONICLES: The Photography of Ray Carofano May 2 – July 5, 2025 Artist Reception: Saturday, June 7, 6-9 pm   Curated by friend and artist Ron Linden, this long-awaited exhibition chronicles the career of revered San Pedro artist Ray Carofano by showcasing works in a variety of his photographic suites. From the painterly rendered riverrun […]

CHRONICLES: The Photography of Ray Carofano May 2 – July 5, 2025 Curator’s Talk: Saturday, June 28, 1 – 3 pm Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is pleased to present CHRONICLES: The Photography of Ray Carofano. Curated by friend and artist Ron Linden, this long-awaited exhibition charts the […]

Enrollment is now open for our 2025 Summer Art Academy! Let your child explore their creativity through painting, ceramics, mixed media, digital art, sculpture, and more in our exciting themed weekly sessions. Designed for ages 5-7 and 8-12, our program offers an immersive full day experience filled with hands-on artistic exploration. 2025 Weekly Themes: • June 9-13 – Time Travelers: Art Through the Ages • June 16-20 – […]

Mike Ishikawa: Artist Demo  Saturday, August 2, 1-3 pm Join us Saturday, August 2nd, for a demonstration of pastels technique by Mike Ishikawa, followed by a quick pen and ink demo by the artist. Special treat: the artworks created will be raffled off to two lucky members of the audience. See Mike's work in Mike […]