Santa Cruz MAH 

Acrylic on canvas26 in x 22 in (framed)Aarmon Doubille Montoya is one of the many talented artists working at Claraty Arts in Santa Cruz, a progressive art studio for artists living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Montoya’s Toucan is an expressive acrylic on canvas piece, highlighting their signature use of bold color and dynamic brushwork. Montoya’s work was recently featured at the Open Invitation Art Fair in San Francisco and the Outsider Art Fair in New York.&nbsp;Generously Donated by Claraty ArtsBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Aarmon Douville Montoya, Toucan, 2023

Handmade in Portugal, this 17 inch white porcelain sculpture evokes aquatic elements through its organic form and richly textured surface. This sculptural vase blends elegance with natural inspiration. A striking standalone piece, it recalls oceanic landscapes and reflects contemporary design.&nbsp;Generously Donated by Annie Glass&nbsp;Buyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Porcelain Sculpture from Portugal

Handcrafted Elegance by Annieglass – Santa Cruz Artistry&nbsp;Elevate your table with this stunning handcrafted glass piece from the renowned Santa Cruz studio of Annieglass. Featuring a soft, seafoam hue and gracefully sculpted, free-form edges, this bowl captures the natural beauty of the California coast in every curve. The delicate hand-painted gold rim adds a touch of timeless luxury, making it as much a work of art as it is a functional piece.Each Annieglass creation is individually made, meaning no two are exactly alike—this is truly a one-of-a-kind treasure. Whether displayed as a centerpiece, used for entertaining, or given as a memorable gift, it brings effortless sophistication to any setting.Generously Donated by Annie Glass&nbsp;

Annie Glass Anemone Frosted Sculpture

“Twilight” is a one of a kind slumped glass sculptural platter hand made by Annie Morhauser on the anniversary of her company’s 40th year in business. 27” diameter, comes with a hand forged steel holder made by Taylor Hawthorne, Big Sur.Generously Donated by Annie GlassBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Annie Glass, Twilight

Oil, graphite, and wax medium on canvas22 in x 28 inImmerse yourself in the layered beauty of Spring Song, an original mixed-media work by Santa Cruz-based artist Beth Shields. Created with oil, graphite, and wax on canvas, this piece invites you into a richly textured world where softness and structure meet in perfect harmony. Delicate yet dynamic, the interplay of materials gives the surface a luminous depth—subtle lines of graphite weave through expressive oil passages, while wax adds an ethereal, almost glowing finish. The result is a work that shifts with the light and reveals new details with every glance. Beth’s work can be found in private and public collections across the country.Generously Donated by The ArtistBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Beth Shields, Spring Song

Woven pipe cleaner sculptureSanta Cruz-based artist Don Porcella is known for his large-scale, figurative sculptures made out of handwoven pipe cleaners. He utilizes humble materials in innovative ways to craft a unique and humorous commentary on the human condition. His work can be found in major museums and collections across the world, including The Swatch Art Collection, The West Collection, Tucson Museum of Art, and the Minnesota Museum of American Art. He has created large-scale installations for Hermes in New York and Shanghai, and was an artist-in-residence at the Museum of Art &amp; Design in New York.&nbsp;Generously Donated by The ArtistBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Don Porcella, Death of Imagination, 2025 

Harry and Mary Blanchard were incredible supporters of the MAH. They loved attending past Red Balls and purchasing artwork at MAH auctions. These pieces were bought at former galas, and now donated back to the MAH for new homes and memories. Keep the tradition going of celebrating the Blanchard’s legacy and honoring our artistic communities! Works in the collection include pieces by Angelo Grova, Heather Mathews, Jeff Nicastro, Rebekah Bogard, and Rob Snyder.Generously Donated by The Estate of Harry and Mary BlanchardBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Harry & Mary Blanchard Art Collection

Graphite on paper24 in x 35 in x 1.5 in (framed)Watsonville-based artist Joshua Moreno worked with the sculptures Adam and Eve in the Rodin Sculpture Garden, which depict the figures after their banishment from the Garden of Eden. Focusing on the shifting movement of natural light across their forms, he traced the shadow of Adam on June 13, 2020, from 2:08–5:50 PM, using graphite on a single sheet of paper. The following day, from 2:43–6:08 PM, he traced the shadow of Eve onto the same sheet. The overlapping silhouettes form an abstracted reunification of two bodies that remain physically separated.Joshua Moreno is the current artist-in-residence at the MAH, and holds an MFA from Stanford University.Generously Donated by The ArtistBuyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Joshua Moreno, Adam & Eve, 2020

Bronze17"x6"x1"A compact yet striking bronze relief, Tres, by Santa Cruz-based artist Lynne Todaro is a contemplative and sophisticated wall display. While modern, the work engages with the rich tradition of bas-relief sculpture, a theme Todaro explores in her work. Both tactile and expressive, Tres offers a refined, contemporary interpretation of relief sculpture, making it an elegant addition to any collection.&nbsp;Buyers are responsible for shipping costs, and quotes will be provided upon purchase.

Aarmon Douville Montoya, Toucan, 2023

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