A Taste of Monterey Landscape paintings by Salinas artist Rick Deragon. 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 Big Sur artists. Located in the Spring Gardens, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2618.

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 Get Your Kicks: Twilight and night photos on Route 66 by Elrond Lawrence. 202 Monterey St., Salinas. 758-9126.

Bella Cosa Studio Paintings by Holli Moon; jewelry by Pati Reilly; sculpture by Sarah Long-Stethem. 231 17th Ave., Pacific Grove. 236-2986.

Big Sur Gallery Paintings, sculpture, furniture, glass, ceramics and mobiles by Big Sur artists. Carmel Rancho Shopping Center. 624-1172.

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.

Carmel Art Association Summer Gold, California landscapes by Johnny Apodaca, Cyndra Bradford and Jeff Daniel Smith; Gallery Showcase features works of Big Sur painters Keith Lindberg and Reed Farrington. Johnny Apodaca lectures Wed., 9-27, 6-7 p.m. Dolores between Fifth and Sixth, Carmel. 624-6176 or carmelart.org.

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 Works by Richard MacDonald, Robert Heindel, Henry Moore and Jian Wang. San Carlos between Fifth and Sixth and Ocean between Mission and San Carlos, Carmel. 624-8200.

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.

Gallery at 417 Gallery group show by members Larry Fones, Dick Gorman, Thomas Hawley, Noe Hinojosa, Mary Kay King, Vanessa Martin, Noelle Nichols, Cathy Owen, Murphy Robins, Barbara Svetlik, Susan Titus, and Jane Vargas. 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 Juried exhibition of 8”x8” works by local artists on the theme of Fusion: Art Meets Jazz. Also Encaustica, new work by Bayesteh Ghaffary. Also featuring recent work by Maria Aliotti-Ford, Carol Chapman, Tom Davies, Cornelia Emery, Sarah Healey, Mary-Liz Houseman, Barbara Kreitman, Holli Moon and Fred Slautterback. Dolores between Fifth & Sixth, Carmel. 620-1987 or gallerynorthcarmel.org. Ends 10/15.

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! Meet the Stars/Eat the Stars: photographic exhibit by local Steven Gunnerson, known for colorful seascapes and wildlife photography. 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.

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.

LAURYN TAYLOR FINE ART Hot Wax: Contemporary Revival: a contemporary take on an ancient medium, artists present both large and small scale works of texture, depth, and translucent suspended pigments, in beeswax. San Carlos between Ocean and Seventh, Carmel. 624-1161 or lauryntaylor.com. Ends 11/19.

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 Varieties of the Photographic Experience, featuring works by photographers who print in unusual or non-traditional ways, including Jeffrey Becom, Kathy Hoyer, Greg Mettler, Robin Robinson, Susan Seubert and Brian Taylor. In the Mid Gallery, Eye Candy features paintings of Kristen Thiele. 216 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove. 646-1939 or lisacoscinogallery.com.

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.

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; 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 StreetJules 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 Airport Looking at Monterey: photographs by members of the Image Makers; Yac in Black & White: works by members of the Youth Arts Collective. 200 Kane Dr., Monterey.

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

MONTEREY PENINSULA COLLEGE ART GALLERY The Faces of Heros features Mahara Sinclaire and Susan Mathews. 980 Fremont St., Monterey, 646-3060. Through 9/29.

MORTGAGE 1 LuxLandscapes: paintings by Lucinda Tyler. 376 Main St., Salinas. 751-6000.

NIDO GALLERY Recycle Show. 7951 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing. 632-3801. Through 11/03.

The Outer Edge Kim Cogan, Shepard Fairey and David Chloe. 146 Bonifacio Pl., Monterey. 655-2788 or outeredgestudio.com. Through 9/22.

Pacific Grove Art CenterHurricane Katrina Blues, works by members of the displaced Artists Equity Association of New Orleans; Artists Equity Alive, members show by Artists Equity of Monterey Bay; As I See It by Youth Arts Collective; Retrospective exhibit: Dale Lefler; Trapped and Essential Element VII-Pearl by members of the Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild. Also featuring exhibits by studio artist, Mark Farina and works by members of Julie Heilman’s Focus on Flowers class. 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove. 375-2208 or pgartcenter.org. Ends 10/19

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

Phillips gallery Suzanne McCourt paintings of musicians. 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 Burket celebrates 20 years with Photography West. Ocean Avenue and Dolores Street, Carmel 625-1587.

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. 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 and learn more about the process of plein air painting in France and nearby. 201 1/2 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. 333-9046.

Rollicks internet café Paintings: works by Sylvia Borgman. 210 Main St., Salinas. 758-9126.

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.

Sierra Mar Restaurant Robert Flynn’s charcoal drawings of grass; Francis Padilla’s figurative drawings; linocuts by Dan May. The Post Ranch Inn, Highway 1, Big Sur. 667-2269.

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.

state farm insurance Mixed media and watercolor collage by E.W. Taylor. 1590 Del Monte Blvd., Seaside. 392-0022.

STEINBECK CENTER La Loteria: 54 images from Mexican culture are a new take on the cards that have been part of La Loteria for hundreds of years. National Steinbeck Center, 1 Main St., Salinas. Through 11/5. Admission to Steinbeck Center: $10.95/adults. 796-3833.

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 at storm the tower The photography of Gwen Meyer and of Mathew Rainwaters. 498 Washington St., Monterey. 373-5601.

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

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.

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 Village, behind Will’s Fargo Restaurant in Center Street Plaza. 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 Figures and Landscapes photography includes works by Adams, Brandt, Callahan, Cunningham, Dresser, Steichen, Stieglitz and Weston. Sixth between Dolores and Lincoln, Carmel. 624-4453 or westongallery.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.