The Mendocino College Art Gallery, housed in the Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA), celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2020. Since its inception in 1995, the gallery has made a significant contribution to the cultural life of Mendocino County, presenting more than 100 exhibitions during this time. Celebrating regional artists, the gallery stays true to its educational role and provides students an opportunity to learn firsthand about gallery management, exhibition design, and installation practices.
The mission of the Mendocino College Art Gallery is to:
- Showcase local and regional artists.
- Expose the college community and the broader community of Lake and Mendocino Counties to artists, art trends, and ideas from other parts of the state and country.
- Provide opportunities for students to prepare, present, and view their work in a professional gallery setting.
- Present exhibits that support and engage multiple disciplines.
- Expose students, faculty, and area residents to art that otherwise would not be available without traveling to distant urban centers.
- Help establish Mendocino College as a cultural center and shaping force in the district we serve.
The gallery hours are Tuesdays 12-3pm, Wednesdays 3-6pm, and Thursdays 12-3pm.
The gallery is open for most performances in the theater, and by special appointment. For further information e-mail gallery@mendocino.edu.
Mendocino College Ceramics and Sculpture department is fully equipped, and state of the art. The ceramic studio incorporates 18 wheels, 7 electric and 4 gas reduction, 1 Raku and Sagar, and a Soda kiln with a dedicated teaching team. We are also offering classes at 2 satellite locations in Lakeport and Ft. Bragg. General courses in Beginning and Advanced Ceramics focusing on Cone 10 firing along with specialized courses in Mid-Range, Glaze Chemistry, Kiln Construction-Operation and Repair, Mold Making and Mold formed Ceramics.
The Sculpture Classes focus on Ceramic and Multi-Media Assemblage Sculpture. All three sections are taught with a project oriented curriculum.
