Latest News

A Sweet Way to Support FOTM: See’s Candy!

A Sweet Way to Support FOTM: See’s Candy!

Want to get your holiday shopping done and support Focus on the Masters? Treat yourself, family and friends to See's Candy! Ship it direct - you won't have to worry about a thing! We have everything from truffles, assorted chocolates, peanut brittle and of course,...

Member Appreciation Party!

Member Appreciation Party!

Come Meet Your Fellow Focus on the Masters Members: Free Member Appreciation Party! Sunday, November 21. 20212 p.m. to 5 p.m. Be our guest for an outdoor gathering of refreshments and friendship at the home of Aimee French in Midtown Ventura! Enjoy wine from Clos des...

See you in the studio! with Gayel Childress

See you in the studio! with Gayel Childress

See you in the studio! with Gayel ChildressOur newest series continues onTuesday,  November 30, 20216:30 – 7:30 p.m.Focus on the Masters’ (FOTM) newest series, See you in the Studio! continues on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.  This month features...

Build a swan with BiJian Fan!

Build a swan with BiJian Fan!

Make a swan with BiJian Fan!If you were at our See you in the studio! with BiJian Fan - you saw him make a paper swan in a few minutes!We invite you to try it yourself and tag us on Instagram @focus_on_the_masters or onFacebook @Focusonthemasters and show us your swans!

Memorial Exhibit Gerd Koch and Carole Milton

Memorial Exhibit Gerd Koch and Carole Milton

The Journey Together: Abstract Paintings from Lifetime Partners Gerd Koch & Carole MiltonOjai CA - The public is cordially invited to attend “The Journey Together: Abstract Paintings from Lifetime Partners Gerd Koch & Carole Milton.”  This memorial art...

See You in the Studio! This month: Porfirio Gutierrez

See You in the Studio! This month: Porfirio Gutierrez

See You At The Studio! Schedule Porfirio Gutierrez June 29 BiJian Fan July 27 RTK Studios August 31 Karen Kitchel September 28 Gayel Childress October 26  See You at the Studio!A new monthly event premiering Tuesday, June 29, 20216:30 – 7:30 p.mFocus on the...

958 Art Packets go out to Learning To See students!

958 Art Packets go out to Learning To See students!

958 Art Packets went out to Learning To See students this school year! MANY THANKS to our donors and volunteers!  We are grateful for you.Francis BohnLinda CarsonMary GalbraithNancy HeydornJo Ellen LeeGerri McMillinFran StewartRegina VorgangGale WillhiteJerome...

FOTM Founder Donna Granata’s Portraits at Ojai Valley Museum

FOTM Founder Donna Granata’s Portraits at Ojai Valley Museum

Ojai Eye: Master Photographers is now exhibiting at The Ojai Valley Museum.  Donna Granata's photographs from her Focus on the Masters (FOTM) portrait series are included as well as photographs by well-known Ojai Valley based photographers including Guy Webster, Joe...

Celebrate Earth Day by Upcycling your Art!

Celebrate Earth Day by Upcycling your Art!

Celebrate Earth Day by Upcycling your Art! With Learning To See Outreach Free Zoom Art Classes to create your own Wind Dancer Sculpture April 23 and 24, 2021Join Focus on the Masters and Learning To See Outreach for a FREE Zoom art class using recycled materials. You...

Wine tasting with Jennifer Soni Arant of Lions Peak Wines

Wine tasting with Jennifer Soni Arant of Lions Peak Wines

Join us for an evening of comradery and culinary delights with Lions Peak winemaker/owner, Jennifer Soni Arant. Must be 21 to purchase and receive wine tasting package. Taste the wines as Jennifer shares the fine distinctions and back stories that you can only get...

Support Focus On The Masters While you Shop with Axxess Card!

Support Focus On The Masters While you Shop with Axxess Card!

Support Focus On The Masters While you Shop with your 2021 Axxess Card! Now includes Santa Barbara County!   Save hundreds per year locally on dining out, wine tasting, your home, health, car, kids, pets and more. Just one membership that works at over 1,000...

Cyber Monday with The Holiday Gift Shop

Cyber Monday with The Holiday Gift Shop

Cyber Monday is coming to The Holiday Gift Shop! Look for the aritsts work below for special pricing starting at 8 am on Cyber Monday, November 30! The Holiday Gift Shop is extended through December 13! ENTER HERE!  

Learning To See makes art with Rainbow Umbrella!

Learning To See makes art with Rainbow Umbrella!

Learning To SeeLTS has teamed with diversity collective to bring art to their Rainbow Umbrella program for LGBTQ+ teens and young adults! We meet once a month for inspiration, creativity and enpowerment. Funding Learning To See has been adapted for comprehensive...

Wine, Gifts & Wish Lists Virtual Reception!

Wine, Gifts & Wish Lists Virtual Reception!

Join us for Wine, Gifts & Wish Lists This Friday, November 20 from 5:30 - 6:30 GIFT SHOP IS OPEN! Who are our Gift Shop Artists This Year? SEE HERE CLICK HERE to register for this FREE zoom reception! Meet and talk to the artists!

Opportunity Drawing Blindman’s Ball

Opportunity Drawing Blindman’s Ball

Cumulus Media presents STEAMPUNK DADA ELECTRIC CARNIVAL An Online Benefit for Arts Education Streamed Free on Zoom! Saturday, August 22, 2020 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Art and community have the power to uplift our souls. Join us for an evening filled with performances,...

Steampunk Dada Electric Carnival Gala

Steampunk Dada Electric Carnival Gala

We hope you enjoyed our STEAMPUNK DADA ELECTRIC CARNIVAL! You can still support arts education by clicking HERE! Cumulus Media presents STEAMPUNK DADA ELECTRIC CARNIVAL An Online Benefit for Arts Education Streamed Free on Zoom! Saturday, August 22, 2020 from 6:00 -...

Steampunk Dada Panel discussion

Steampunk Dada Panel discussion

STEAMPUNK DADA Panel Discussion Sunday, July 19, 2020 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Streamed free on Zoom! Please join us in preparation for this year's gala - Steampunk Dada Electric Carnival - Saturday, August 22! What is Steampunk? What is Dada? Before it became the...

Steampunk Dada Major Sponsorships Available

Steampunk Dada Major Sponsorships Available

 STEAMPUNK DADA ELECTRIC CARNIVAL An Online Benefit for Arts Education Streamed Live on Zoom! Saturday, August 22, 2020 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. An evening of fun and friends in the comfort of your own home! Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available! Major...

Thanks to Our Sponsors

VCCF
Point Broadcasting
Reed Foundation
Hilton Foundation
California Humanities
City of Ventura
Ventura County
Museum of Ventura County
Image Source
Ventura Picture Framing
BofA Performing Arts Center
Custom Printing
California Arts Council
The Breeze