On view in the CAC’s Ferrari Gallery Spring 2027 is the exhibition Valley Focus: En Plein Air.  Since the mid-19^th century, artists have ventured beyond their studios to paint out of doors, exploring and experimenting with light, color, and mood as they work directly in nature. The French term en plein air is used to describe this practice of creating quickly, on the spot, capturing the specifics of a view in real time.  This method encompasses a variety of media – including oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor – and can take place in the countryside, on the beach, on a city street, or in the artist’s own backyard. In this exhibition, the focus is on the artists of California’s Central Valley and the ways they interpret the landscape, creating works that express their individual styles and perspectives.

The CAC is offering teachers and students the opportunity to see these museum-quality works in person. Trained docents will be available to lead tours Mondays through Fridays from February 22 through May 22, 2027.

Contact us with any questions: Megan@CarnegieArtsTurlock.org