Kelp Creations and Natural Baskets by Gerri Swanson. Features works of select local artisans to include paintings, photography & digital art, along with jewelery, sculpture & fiber arts.

To me, painting is a deeply rooted soulful experience to be shared. I am a self taught artist and, although my journey has had many different turns, I have never forsaken my calling. I feel connected to my truth when designing my paintings and that good energy fulfills my life’s purpose.

My Japanese, Jamaican, and African American heritage gives me a wellspring of history to bring to the fore. My paintings are developed by using all types of tools that allow me to keep my childlike approach. I love painting, spraying, sponging, even finger painting acrylics and gels.

My art is inspired by encouraging words from artist Ernie Barnes who told me he too is self taught and to keep improving my techniques, study, and take a bold approach to my work. It also brings me great joy of teaching art to children through the Monterey Arts Council in Monterey, California.

Our mission is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, health, and civil rights of the Latino population in the United States.

Le Vernissage Gallery, located on 6th Avenue between Lincoln and Dolores, features fine art with exceptional quality and value. This gallery's location places visitors within walking distance to the finest restaurants, galleries, shopping and spas

I was born in Cape Town, South Africa with a passion for the outdoors. The Monterey Peninsula has been my home for 30 years. My artistic journey with painting started 13 years ago, inspired by my horses in the landscapes of ever-changing light in their pastures that surround my home in The Steinbeck Hills. Whatever I paint has to capture my attention, otherwise it's just another thing to do!