The ‘Art in the Library’ program is a natural
extension of the library’s commitment to cultural education. The goal is to foster greater
appreciation for art in our community by providing a venue for community access
to many kinds of creativity and materials, while showcasing and supporting our
many local artists.
The program presents local artwork for the encouragement and development of artistic expression. The displays run two to three months in length, and feature up to six artists at a time. The Scotts Valley Library invites artists living or working in Santa Cruz County to submit an application to display their art in an upcoming exhibition.
> application form.
Art in the Library Program Chair -
Val Peyser
> Past Exhibitions
Current Exhibition:"A Hundred Trees"
April 25, 2015 - July 25, 2015
The first known depiction of a tree is called the Gua Tewet Tree of Life
created on a cave wall 10, 000 years ago in Borneo. Scholars tell us it
may depict the ties that bind individuals, families, territories, or
spirits to one another. Family tree, hanging tree, feeding tree,
flowering tree or the tree of life, all have inspired artists around the
world. Art in the Libraries showcases the remarkable talent of 11
California artists using trees in different media.
