April marks Arts, Culture & Creativity Month—a statewide movement dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of the arts and empowering advocates to take action.

Jaime Sánchez debuts his first solo exhibition, Eclose, at Galleria Plazita, marking a new chapter for Watsonville’s growing arts community. The show explores themes of transformation, resilience, and creative evolution through sculpture and painting.

Audrey Sirota reflects on the profound impact of the Youth Art Exhibit, emphasizing how public recognition of student artwork fosters confidence, resilience, and meaningful engagement with the world.

Artisans & agency is a locally owned boutique in downtown Santa Cruz, dedicated to showcasing handcrafted goods by local artists and supporting the creative community through events like “Hearts for the Arts.”