Art Center Morro Bay (835 Main St.) presents the Morro Bay Art Association members-only show MBAA Illuminations May 15 through June 23 in the Main Gallery, with an artists’ reception on Sunday, May 18 (2 to 4 p.m.).
“Reflections and Shadows: We see them in a mirror, a pond, or a puddle,” MBAA announced. “It could be your face, the light from the sky, or the silhouette of a scene shining on a surface. Illuminations is an MBAA members-only exhibition which dives into the study of light and the ways it reveals, transforms, and inspires. Whether through literal depictions of light sources or metaphorical interpretations of enlightenment and clarity, this exhibit encourages creativity in showcasing how illumination can shift perspectives and bring hidden aspects of life into focus. From radiant bursts of color to subtle shadows, artists are called to interpret how light shapes our world and evokes emotions, offering unique insights into the interplay between light and darkness.”
The Morro Bay Art Association formed on Sept. 17, 1951, when a handful of Morro Bay residents met to discuss the creation of an artist guild. The group became official with 17 founding members, presenting their first exhibition from a member’s home in 1952. Δ
This article appears in May 15-25, 2025.
