A Taste of Monterey Landscape paintings by Salinas artist Rick Deragon. Oldtown Salinas, 127 Main St., Salinas. 751-1980.

Alison’s discoveries art gallery Photography by Stan Friedman and Derrick Brown; watercolors by Gabrielle Moroe-Gordon. 19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel. 659-4140.

Alvarado Gallery American Relics: photographs by Toni Chiapelli; Diverse Perceptions: photography by Toni Chiapelli, paintings by Gerrica Connolly and works by Steven Harper and Carlaine Willis. Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey. 646-3949. Ends 10/31.

ARS Gallery Paintings, photographs, mixed media and sculpture by 27 local Big Sur artists. Located in the Spring Gardens, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2618.

Avery GallerY Art As Healing: a group show by the art and healing group of the Monterey Bay Women’s Caucus on Art. Ends 8/31. Call for Art: jazz art competition 9/1. City Hall, 440 Harcourt St., Seaside. 372-6877.

BACK PORCH FABRICS AND QUILT GALLERY Shared Stitches: Quilts by Diana Mclun and Laura Nownes. 157 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-4453. Ends 10/3.

Bay photo Lab Behind the Chutes: photography by Laura Mills. 202 Monterey St., Salinas. 758-9126.

Bella Cosa Studio Paintings by Holli Moon; jewelry by Pati Reilly; sculpture by Sarah Long-Stethem. 23117th Ave., Pacific Grove. 236-2986.

Blagojce Stojanovski Fine Art Gallery Once We Were Children Too: new oils on canvas by Blagojce Stojanovski. 16B Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley. 277-0056 or blagoart.com.

BUTTERFLY AND LANTERN Visiting Nurse Association displays art hung from the PG Art Walk during Seniors Art Day. Ends 8/31. Oil paintings by Lawrence Hollien. Ends 9/30. 709 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove. 655-0303.

Carmel Art AssociationPeninsula Tapestries: oil paintings by Dick Crispo inspired by the colors and lights of the Monterey Peninsula; Gallery showcase features two oil painters Jan Wagstaff and Gerard Martin. Two young artists for the Youth Arts Collective will have their sculptures on display. Ends 9/5. Annual summer sale of art supplies and barbeque. 10-3pm Sat 8/26. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-6176 or carmelart.org.

THE CARMEL FOUNDATION 2006 Wild Flowers: photographer Dale Hekhuis shows as artist of the month. SE corner of 8th and Lincoln. Outcalt Activities Building, Hallway Gallery. 624-1588. Ends 8/31.

Central Coast art association Rhythmic Landscapes: paintings and watercolors by Ann Reducer Cates and Terrance Zito. The Sally Griffin Active Living Center, 700 Jewell Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-4454.

Chapman Gallery Specializing in California artists of the Monterey Peninsula, including Barry Marshall, Judy Baird, Gail Reeves, Reed Farrington, S.C. Yuan, Keith Lindberg, William Silva, Harold Knott and Gael Donovan. Seventh Avenue, between San Carlos and Mission, Carmel. 626-1766 or chapmangallery.com.

Christopher Bell Gallery Paintings by Louise Frechette; jewelry by Dierdre Designs. 200 Alvarado Plaza, Monterey. 649-0214.

Coastal Impressions Studio Plein air, oil and acrylic originals by Barry Marshall. Russell Service Center, 2014 Sunset Dr., Pacific Grove. 277-5445.

Concepts Gallery Group show including photography by Doug Steakley and jewelry by Michael Borofka. Ocean Avenue, Carmel. 624-0661.

dawson cole fine arT Recent works by acclaimed Plein Air painter Jim Lamb. San Carlos between Fifth and Sixth and Ocean between Mission and San Carlos. 624-8200. Ends 8/27.

D.E. Craghead Fine Art Gallery California Landscapes: new paintings by Don Craghead. Sixth and Dolores, Carmel. 624-5054.

Fawcett Studio Gallery Oils by Edward Fawcett. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-6030.

Fox California Theatre Moods UnMasked: sculptural masks by Brady McBride. 235 Main St., Salinas. 758-9126.

GALERIE PLEIN AIRE SHOW Summer Show. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 625-5686 or galeriepleinaire.com. Ends 8/31.

Gallery at 417 Artwork by 13 local artists selected for Arts Council’s 2007 “Our Sense of Place” calendar is on display. Reception 6-8pm Fri 8/25. 417 Cannery Row, Monterey. 645-9923.

Gallery at VentanaPoetic Passions: Carolyn Mary Kleefeld’s latest exhibit. Ventana Inn, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2789.

GALLERY NORTH Summer Color: works by Carol Chapman, Fred Slautterback, Maria Aliotti-Ford, Tom Davies, Cornelia Emery, Bayesteh “BG” Ghaffary, Sarah Healey, Mary-Liz Houseman, Barbara Kreitman, Holli Moon and Micheal Snodgrass. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-1987 or gallerynorthcarmel.org.

George Stern Fine Arts William Maughan: Recent Works: plein air landscapes by William Maughan. Sixth between Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel. 626-1100.

Grand Avenue Art Works! When Pigs Fly: whimsical creations by Charlsie Kelly, paintings by Barry Marshall, photography by Steven Gunnerson and Sarah Hans and ceramics by Arthur Rogers.178 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove. 373-1798.

Hanson Gallery Figures and Fragments: selected bronze works by Frederick Hart. Ocean between Dolores and San Carlos. 625-6142 or hansongallerycarmel.com.

Hawthorne Gallery Painting, sculpture, blown glass, ceramics and cloisonné by Gregory Hawthorne and family; Albert Paley’s forged steel masterpieces; Max DeMoss’ bronze works; Frederick Gregory’s granite sculptures; sculptor Barbara Spring’s creations in wood. Opposite Nepenthe restaurant on Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-3200 or hawthornegallery.com.

Highlands Inn Uniting six photographic works of Ansel Adams, and works by Steve Dzergian and Ted Orland. 120 Highlands Dr., Carmel. 622-5417. Ends 10/31.

Highlands Sculpture Gallery Exhibit of new mixed media paintings by Carolyn Cole and paintings on wood by Daniella Woolf. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-0535. Ends 8/31.

Homescapes Carmel New work by Dolores Chiappone, Kimberly Howland, Erika Meriaux, Douglas Steakly, Darian Day, Dana Kawano, Yvonne Gorman, Keri Marion, Francine Markoe and John Thomson; Meredith Mullins’ In a Paris Moment. SE corner of Seventh and Dolores, Carmel. homescapescarmel.com.

Jones & Terwilliger Galleries Celebrate the joy of children through sculpture and paintings of Corrine Hartley. Sixth Avenue between Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel. 626-9100. Ends 8/31.

Le Studio Working artists’ space and gallery sculpture by Yves Goyatton; painting by Rodney Warren and mixed media by Carrie Hogan. Second Floor, 711 Cannery Row, Suite AA, Monterey (above Sly McFly’s). 915-8903.

Lisa Coscino Gallery Mail Me—quite possibly our annual postcard show: a group exhibition featuring artists from all over the US who have created artwork that is standard postcard size. 216 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove. 646-1939 or lisacoscinogallery.com. Ends 9/2.

Lisa’s Studio and Sketches A collection of local oils and watercolors by Lisa Bryan. Court of the Fountains, Mission at Seventh, Carmel. 626-5435.

Masaoka Design Gallery Sea of Glass: Mar del Vidrio. 13766 Center St. in the Center Street Plaza, Carmel Valley Village. 659-4953 or alanmasaoka.com.

miriam’s café Paintings and mixed media by Jessica Ryan Such. Opening reception 7-11pm Tue 8/15. 615 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey. 277-5655. Ends 8/31.

mission san carlos borromeo de carmelo The California Mission Art of Jo Mora. The Mora Chapel Museum, 3080 Rio Rd., Carmel. Ends 12/31.

Monterey Maritime AND History Museum Japanese Fishing in Monterey: new exhibit featuring a Maiwai jacket, paintings of Minimboso, Japan and Ama dive gear; paintings by 14 founding artists. 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey. 372-2608 or montereyhistory.org.

Monterey Museum of Art/La Mirada Monterey Now: contemporary artists residing in the Monterey Peninsula; Monterey Collects: Masterworks from the Monterey County Collections. Ends 9/17. Views of the Sea: William F. Ritschel; Restless Seas: Armin Hansen; The Art and Craft of Japanese Packaging: gifts from Robert H. Skiles. Charles M. Russell Bronzes: works from the Davies Collection of Western Art. 720 Via Mirada, Monterey. 372-5477 or montereyart.org.

Monterey Museum of Art/Pacific StreetMonterey Collects: Masterworks from the Monterey County Collections. Ends 9/10. Jules Tavernier Paintings from the Collection of Betty Hoag McGlynn; The Art of Line: prints by Picasso, highlighting a selection of 12 etching and lithographs. Ends 10/22. 559 Pacific St., Monterey. 372-5477 or montereyart.org.

Monterey Peninsula Art Foundation GalleryAll-member show of oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculptures, jewelry, silk art and more. 425 Cannery Row, Monterey. 655-1267.

The Outer Edge Solo show by Austin, Texas artist Bonnie Gammill. 146 Bonifacio Pl., Monterey. 655-2788 or outeredgestudio.com.

Pacific Grove Art CenterRetrospective: bronze, marble, and plaster sculpture by Alexander Prokopenko; Seeking Balance: watercolors by Renee Eaton; Signs of the 2-Legged: photographs by Peter McArthur; Outsider Art: artwork by clients of Gateway Center or Monterey County. 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-2208 or pgartcenter.org. Ends 8/31.

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural HistorY Village Children: A Celebration: photographs by Phil Rasori. 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. 648-5716 or pgmuseum.org.

Parkside Gallery Featuring award winning artist Tom Swinn. Dolores between Ocean and Seventh, Carmel. 625-5565 or theparksidegallery.com. Ends 8/31.

Phillips One Ocean avenue gallery New abstract paintings by Mary Titus; collectible boxes by M. Dale Chase. SW corner of Mission and Ocean, Carmel. 626-1617.

Phoenix Shop at Nepenthe Impressions of Japan: works by Erin Gafill; watercolors by Helen Jeren. Nepenthe, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2347.

PHOTOgraphy WEST GALLERY Photographer Christopher Burkett celebrates his 20th year with Photo West. Reception 4-6pm Thu 8/17. Ocean Avenue and Dolores Street, Carmel.

PK Fine ArtifactsExperiments in Form: sculpture in plaster, bronze and granite by Jeff Dubin. 425 Elder Ave., Sand City. 583-0800 or pkfineartifacts.com.

Portnoy Galleries John Traynor: an exhibition of new oil paintings. Sixth between Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel. 624-1155.

Possibilities Art Studio and Gallery Classic Cars and Valley Views: black and white photography by J.A. Spencer and color images by Yana Shevchenko. Reception 6-8pm Fri 8/25. 311A Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. 643-9392. Ends 9/16.

Rebecca Emanuel Studio New paintings by Rebecca Emanuel. 711 Cannery Row, Suite K, second floor, Monterey. 333-9769.

Red Mill Studio and Gallery Antique Shorebird Decoys in Folk Art Tradition: new paintings by David R. Rojas. 170-B Grand Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-1146 or davidrrojas.com.

Robert Lewis Gallery The Passionate Landscape: paintings by Robert Lewis. Meet the artist for refreshments and conversation about his local plein air and studio landscapes 5-8pm Fri 8/18. 201 1/2 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. 333-9046.

Savage Stephens Contemporary Art WorksMixed-media work by David A. Stephens; new abstract paintings by Chiang Chin-lan; interactive bronze sculpture by Ted Gall; elegant bronze sculpture by Carol Gold. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 626-0800.

Sheila Delimont Studio Gallery Landscape paintings and prints by Sheila Delimont. 711 Cannery Row, Suite J (above Starbucks), Monterey. 333-1099.

simic galleries Recent paintings by Jane Seymour and originals by artists from around the world. San Carlos, between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-7522.

Simon Bull Gallery Originals and recent releases by Simon Bull, a popular and collected living artist. 3728 The Barnyard, Carmel. 625-8600.

Sofanya’s Gallery Earthy exhibit of assemblages using paintings, recycled wood and found materials. Fernwood Resort, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2130. Ends 9/30.

Steven Whyte Open Sculpture Studio and Gallery Military Tribute to Bob Hope: eight life size military figures from WWII to the Gulf; prestigious monuments and exclusive fine art bronze editions. Second Floor, 700 Cannery Row, Monterey. 521-6045 or StevenWhyteSculptor.com.

STUDIO ONE-BIG SUR, THE VILLAGE SHOPS Special Alla Prima works by Kaffe Fasset, Erin Lee Gafill, Cyndra Bradford, Jeff Daniel Smith, Christine Crozier, Branham Rendlen, Karuna Licht, and Carlo Ernadndet. The Village Shops, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2066 or bigsurarts.com. Ends 9/4.

studio one at storm the tower Paintings by Erin Gafill and photography by Patrick Jablonski. Reception 6-8pm Fri 8/11. 498 Washington St., Monterey. 373-5601. Ends 8/31.

stevenson house Etchings by August Gay. 530 Houston St., Monterey. 372-2608. Ends 12/9.

SWEET ELENAS BAKERY & CAFÉ Four local artists, Tom Davies, Kevin Miller, Damir Polic, and Rebecca Emanuel, display their oil paintings, and papercuts. Opening reception 2-6pm Sat 8/19. 142 Olympia Dr., Sand City.

Tillie Gort’s Restaurant Vortex Series: digital photography by Ruben Martin. 111 Central Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-2790.

Trajan Gallery Recent paintings by Thomas Pradzynski. Corner of Ocean and San Carlos, Carmel. 625-4388. Ends 8/31.

ucmbest center atrium gallery Black & White Whispers: black and white photography by Steve Zmak. 3180 Imjin Parkway, Marina. 883-4459 or SteveZmak.com. Ends 8/22.

Valley Girls Color of Harvest: art of local artists Shelley Aliotti, Patty Gaglioti, Jim Kasson, Jane Pendleton Miller, Arlene Vonnegur Nolan, Lorene Morgan and Marilynn Host. 13766 Center St., Carmel Valley. 659-2441.

Venture Gallery Works by 30 local artists, including paintings in oil, watercolor and acrylic, sculpture, ceramics and handcrafted jewelry. 260 Alvarado St., Monterey. 372-6279.

WESTON GALLERY Robert Weingarten: Palette Series, Artifacts. Sixth between Dolores and Lincoln, Carmel. 624-4453 or westongallery.com. Ends 8/27.

Sasoontsi Gallery The Salinas Valley Art Association 58th Annual Juried Art Show: etchings, watercolors, oils and photography by artists from Salinas, the Monterey Peninsula and beyond. Ends 8/28. 40 Central Ave., Salinas. 751-1777 or sasoontsi.com.

white oak gallery of carmel valley village Spirit of the West: Seascapes and Landscapes and Still Life: original works by American and European artists Hans Schiebold, Guido Frick, William George, Erhard Lux, Thom Wheeler, Gerard Martin, Renate Soares, Laurie Johnson, and Amado Designs. 1 West Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel. 659-4451.