SVAA was founded in 1945, making 2026 our 81st Anniversary.
Our members remain true to the original mission of providing local artists a way to meet, enjoy, and learn from each other as well as guest demonstrating artists. We believe that one of the most meaningful ways artists can inspire one another is by sharing not only the finished work, but also the creative process behind it.
Through our artist demonstration program, we hope to introduce our members to a variety of artistic styles, techniques, mediums, and perspectives while providing guest artists with an opportunity to showcase their talents and tell the story behind their work.
We have held exhibits at the following Monterey County venues:
Avery Gallery at Seaside City Hall
Monterey History Society Boronda Art Show
The National Steinbeck Center
Salinas Public Library
Congressional offices
Our members remain true to the original mission of providing local artists a way to meet, enjoy, and learn from each other as well as guest demonstrating artists. We believe that one of the most meaningful ways artists can inspire one another is by sharing not only the finished work, but also the creative process behind it.
Through our artist demonstration program, we hope to introduce our members to a variety of artistic styles, techniques, mediums, and perspectives while providing guest artists with an opportunity to showcase their talents and tell the story behind their work.
We have held exhibits at the following Monterey County venues:
Avery Gallery at Seaside City Hall
Monterey History Society Boronda Art Show
The National Steinbeck Center
Salinas Public Library
Congressional offices
2025 Holiday Party & art winners
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Co-founder - Leonard Cooper
SVAA was founded in 1945 (under another name) by a small, energetic group of artists, including Hazel Hohberger. The primary founder was Leonard Cooper. He and his brother, Ignacio, were also involved with the beginning of the Symphony Association. The two brothers were childhood playmates of John Steinbeck. |
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