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Located in Salinas, California, the Salinas Valley Art Association (SVAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the visual arts.
Both artists and art enthusiasts are welcome. ________________________________________________ 
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The Members Page is now functional
Existing members should refer to the May Newsletter or contact Steve. ________________________________________________
Click this text to open a printable map to our main meeting site.________________________________________________
A new, password protected
"Member's page" is under construction. Notice will be shared with members when it is available. Content will include:
A current membership roster, Event photographs Special Announcements, A form to submit suggestions and questions, and more. ________________________________________________ |
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Click on the following topics to learn more about us. |
At monthly meetings any or all of the following will occur:
Lectures and demonstrations by Demo Artists
Sharing members works
Slide or computer presentations
Annual Spring luncheon & art competition
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
and Congressional offices.
Lectures and demonstrations by Demo Artists
Sharing members works
Slide or computer presentations
Annual Spring luncheon & art competition
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
and Congressional offices.
2024 ANNUAL LUNCHEON WINNERS
1st Prize
Vivian Aizawa |
2nd Prize
Faye Russo |
3rd Prize
Cherryl Silveria |
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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. |
