D.J. Sorensen - Gallery at Marina Square

About Us & Contact
Our Artists
Featured Lower Gallery
Featured Upper Gallery

🇺🇸 MORRO BAY, CALIFORNIA🇺🇸

Home
Our Artists
D.J. Sorensen

My paintings are my way of pushing back on all the (made up) manufactured drama in the world today , by manufacturing my own happier version.

D.J. Sorensen

Gallery at Marina Square

Gallery at Marina Square is an esteemed Fine Art and Crafts Gallery, run by a community of professional artists who are winners of awards, grants, fellowships and juried shows living and working on the Central Coast and dedicated to enriching the world with their artwork.

galleryatmarinasquare

We're a Fine Art and Crafts Gallery in Morro Bay California. We host 60 local artists who create in all mediums. Open 11-5, Fri till 7 & Closed Wed!

Instagram post 17937420937390854

Jewelry by Lisa Kanofsky.
⁣
Lisa is a California native. She has an A.A. degree in fashion design from Brooks college in Long Beach, California This is where she discovered her affinity for textiles, textile design, silk ainting and fashion accessories. She also holds a B.A degree in liberal arts from Antioch University in Santa Barbara, California.
⁣
Having lived in Europe and Africa broadened her aesthetic scope and palette. Always influenced by her surroundings, she draws inspiration from the beauty of nature and urban landscapes.
⁣

—tg

Instagram post 17890843927591060

Artwork by Brian Johnson
⁣
Brian is a passionate artist, known for abstracting reality. His work all originated from snapping photos of reality. Unlike most abstract artists, he doesn’t start from a blank slate. Brian’s work has a distinct and unusual process, but he does not intend for the process of his work to be its narrative. Instead, Brian is goal oriented while working on art, which is unusual given that he is more often a process-first-centered-thinker. Brian is open to experimenting in order to reach surprising and interesting enigmatic artistic ends.
⁣

—tg

Instagram post 17867621791940329

Artwork by Nancy Jensen
⁣
Nancy celebrates the simple joys of living on the central coast of California. In her watercolor paintings she honors the fruits of the harvest in local vineyards, the springtime surprises of bright wildflowers and blooming gardens, the fresh produce of local farms, and the gifts of the sea scattered on local sandy beaches. She recognizes the rich architectural beauty of the historic missions, the patchwork tapestry of the rolling hills, and the quiet pleasures of relaxing at home with a good book and a cup of tea. Grateful to be part of the community in such a stunning natural setting, she strives to capture and preserve the joy in her watercolors.
⁣

—tg

Instagram post 17884035223673784

Artwork by Alexandra Iorio
⁣
Alexandra is “Zamba Arts.” Zamba Arts provides handmade religious icons for homes and hearts around the globe. The goal is to enhance a spiritual experience, to help in creating a connection for miraculous intervention, or simply complement that place for quiet prayer in the home. Alexandra creates the images on stone, in of itself representing the spiritual and earthly creation. “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”
⁣
—tg

Instagram post 17880872488733475

Jewelry by Linda Hill
⁣
Linda Hill lives in Los Osos and creates glass and jewelry pieces using Dichroic Glass. She loves patterns, shapes and creating art that truly plays with light!
⁣
—tg

Instagram post 18064848601237897

Painting by Kimberly Hempel .
⁣
“With looking for beauty in all things around me, I’m inspired to create a variety of works that range from still life to landscapes and sometimes combine them. What I expect of my audience is for them to connect to the places I depict and the objects that I choose through the emotional quality of light. Ultimately it is my goal to convey the beautiful found in common everyday life that surrounds us”. ~Kimberly Hempel

—tg

Instagram post 18116823391143853

Spanky Anderson is working today! Spanky loves to paint sunsets, but don’t be fooled, he is incredibly multi talented! We’re open till 5, so come on by! -Gs

Instagram post 17853613091164425

Artwork by Craig B. Harrill.

Craig is a teacher in the central valley with deep family ties to Morro Bay. He has done several murals, and many sets and backgrounds for theater productions.
⁣
“I love to surf, and the ocean has cradled me in her arms for over 50 years now. I paint scenes, or draw images, that evoke emotions. I enjoy doing different types of medias and I am always wanting someone to look at my work and say “Aaah” or “hmmm?”
⁣
“I do portraits, murals, commissions, sculpture, charcoals, oils, acrylics, inks and I also make spirit bags out of Deer Leather.”
⁣
Craig lives in Monterey California.
⁣

—tg

Instagram post 18157683670059441

Artwork by Debbie Gedayloo
⁣
Debbie creates amazing paper, fabric and fiber art. Be it Landscapes or abstracts, drawings or even felted bowls her works bring a soft touch to every space! Debbie’s work truly stands out from the wall, and has a texture and a feel that you just want to touch!
⁣

—tg

Instagram post 17870163913873808

“Pacific Power” by Terry Garvin
⁣
Not only are my images an expression of myself, they have also become reminders and teachers as well as friends. I don’t always choose what an image will remind me of. There are images in my catalog that aren’t even related to past events yet evoke times of near death and struggle and past success and happiness. To be honest, but unsure of exactly what is going on, it feels like the images choose me sometimes, both in the taking and the viewing. Indeed, on a good day, I can shoot for hours but it will feel like minutes. I get in the zone and I am not even consciously thinking about camera settings or compositions, everything is on autopilot as I respond to what is before and around me.
⁣
So why share my images with you? What am I looking for? Art is important. It can relax, inspire, transform, elate, motivate, and hundreds of other things. My hope is that you have art in your life. And if my images can be a part of your art and in some way touch you beyond the “what a beautiful photo”, I am touched as well. ~Terry Garvin.

—tg

Instagram post 17845579328302303

Artwork by Don Doubledee.
⁣
Don Doubledee has been an Architect since 1982. Don has become known locally for portraits he has completed with graphite, color pencil or pen and ink.
⁣
His “Postcards of Amsterdam” began a number of series of what Don calls his “Postcard” sketches featuring line drawings he has completed while vacationing around the world. Now, his “Postcards of Morro Bay” series features detailed pencil drawings of Morro Bay’s waterfront. —tg

Instagram post 17875215244780902

Watercolor by Ronald K. Dieb.
⁣
Ronald creates colorful, intense and beautiful acrylic paintings that communicate emotion and vibrance! —tg

Instagram post 17856698801118478

Painting by Sarah Delong.
⁣
According to Sarah, “The natural environment with its patterns, shapes and textures has fascinated me since childhood. Capturing the light as it quickly dances over the landscape and objects is always a challenge as I paint Plein Air. Watercolor’s transparent glowing colors and its ability for colors to blend on paper allow me to have ta loose realistic style. I am in my element painting by a rushing stream or painting boats in a harbor but I also enjoy the complexity of people’s faces, animals and flowers.
⁣
I am a midwest transplant that now makes Morro Bay, California her home. I am a signature member of the Central Coast Watercolor Society and Iowa Watercolor Society and have exhibited in many shows in Minnesota, Iowa and California”. —tg

Instagram post 17855526482128097

Nancy Jensen celebrates the simple joys of living on the central coast of California through her art. Nancy’s paintings depict the local harvest and scenery. Owning a piece of her art brings the Central Coast to any location. DG

Instagram post 17891333698599440

Alexandra Iorio is a creator of religious icons. Her goal is to enhance a spiritual experience, to help in creating a connection for miraculous intervention, or simply complement that place for quiet prayer in the home. DG

Instagram post 17870923048848431

Painting by Jarien deHam. Jarien has lived on the Central Coast since 1974 with her husband, Gerald, and has raised two sons here. Her interest in art began as a child, then on to a BA from UCSB, working as an artist from home, followed by classes in Chinese painting and calligraphy at Cuesta College in the early 2000’s. This added to a lifelong interest in Asian culture from martial arts to Zen Buddhism leading, naturally to study at an art academy in Hangzhou, China. It is ever a challenge to master traditional techniques as well as push the boundaries of spontaneity. The climate and locale of the Central Coast continues to inspire and feed the need to express landscapes and forms with an Asian feel. —tg

Instagram post 18125769328115608

“A Bridge to Nowhere” by James Crawford.
⁣
Crawford’s interest in art began in high school and further developed at Orange Coast College where he majored in Architecture and minored in History and Art.
⁣
In 1966 while in Vietnam, he purchased his first 35mm camera and with limited time, he was able to begin his craft. Upon his return to the States, Crawford lived and worked in Laguna Beach, Ca. pursuing an Architectural career while continuing to photograph and interacting with area artists. In 1976, James moved to San Luis Obispo to further his education at Cal Poly where he majored in Architecture and minored in Photography. James continues to further his photographic education through yearly workshops with varied Master Photographers. James Crawford’s work is a part of many private art collections. —tg

Instagram post 18159798247034427

Photograph by Carlo Christian.
⁣
Carlo says: ““From a young age, I have been in love with the craft and art of photography. I was fortunate to work as a commercial printer in two prestigious photo labs, as well as, an assistant photographer in a high-end fashion studio. Today I work as a chemist and own a small studio and photography business”. —tg

Instagram post 18045571447256260

Photograph by Alice Cahill. Alice is an award winning nature photographer. Her inspiration is the Earth – she is fascinated by it, and she believes in nature as a healing force and a refuge from the chaos of daily life.
⁣
Alice’s photographs have been published in many nature and photo magazines, including Outdoor California, Photographers Forum, Outdoor and Nature, and Oprah’s O Magazine.
⁣
Alice is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association and the National Association of Photoshop Professionals. —tg

Instagram post 17957543179333034

Artwork by Linda Bench. Linda likes to draw inspiring natural scenes—coastal panoramas, oak covered hillsides, flowers and wildlife. While she’s always enjoyed drawing and art, she learned to draw well while studying landscape architecture in college. In 1998, she began focusing her artistic efforts on colored pencil drawing, and has slowly built up her portfolio.
⁣
Each picture takes about 20 to 25 hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the background. She starts with a line drawing, slowly building up multiple layers of color to achieve the depth and intensity she’s looking for. Linda lives with her family in the mountains between Morro Bay and Atascadero. —tg

Load More... Follow on Instagram

Subscribe & Follow!

We'll send you 2 emails per month:

Leave this field empty if you're human:

We are located right on the Harbor in beautiful Morro Bay, California. You can find us upstairs from the Embarcadero at Marina Street! We are open every day from 10:00AM until 6:00PM

Abstract Acrylic Books Chinese Brush Digital Art Drawing Fabric Art Glass Gouache Iconography Jewelry Mixed Media Oil Oil Pastel Painter Painting Pen and Ink photographer Photography Poetry Religious Sculpture Vector Art Watercolor Wood

ABOUT US

Gallery at Marina Square is an esteemed Fine Art and Crafts Gallery, run by a community of professional artists who are winners of awards, grants, fellowships and juried shows living and working on the Central Coast and dedicated to enriching the world with their artwork.

CONTACT US

Gallery at Marina Square

601 Embarcadero Suite 10

Morro Bay, CA 93442

Tel: (805) 772-1068

greg@galleryatmarinasquare.com

FIND US ONLINE

www.instagram.com/galleryatmarinasquare

www.facebook.com/galleryatmarinasquare

www.yelp.com/biz/gallery-at-marina-square-morro-bay

www.galleryatmarinasquare.com

- Copyright © 2017 Gallery at Marina Square - All Rights Reserved -