Sanchez Art Center: 2026 Left Coast Annual Exhibition and 2025 LCA Awards Exhibition

The 2026 Left Coast Annual Exhibition at Sanchez Art Center, showcasing works from artists across the Pacific Coast, opens with a reception on April 10, featuring 50 carefully selected pieces reflecting contemporary themes of insecurity and upheaval. Juror Scott A. Shields emphasizes how these submissions manifest the intersecting crises of our time, highlighting how art can act as a catalyst for creativity and resilience. Each artwork in the exhibition presents a unique perspective, from Doug McCune's bronze depiction of discarded technology to Gretchen Telzrow's poignant exploration of grief through a video installation. Visitors can also enjoy a Juror’s Talk and Artists Gallery Walk on April 11, providing insights into the works and the creative processes behind them.