The Awakening: VOlume 8

An independent art publication showcasing artists from Ventura County and beyond.

Volume 8 releases September 4th, 2026.

A month-long exhibition featuring selected artists will take place at Chapter 30 Studios in Oxnard, CA.

Happening from 5pm-10pm

See you there!

Additional gallery dates (more dates to be announced):

  • September 5, 2026: 3–9 PM

Why the magazine matters:
We believe art should be in people’s hands! This magazine is a record of the times, built through open submissions and instinctive curation. It is shaped by the artists who submit and the communities who receive it.