Scott Gaustad and Maureen O'Hara
Woodturnings and Paintings
July 2 - August 4, 2026
First Friday Reception:
July 3, 5 - 8 pm
July 2 - August 4, 2026
First Friday Reception:
July 3, 5 - 8 pm
Please join us and meet Scott and Maureen!
Scott Gaustad is a woodturner.
Thirty years into Scott’s forty‑five years of practicing law in Ukiah, a forensic CPA from Santa Rosa visited his office to assist on a case. While there, he noticed Scott’s collection of Norfolk Pine bowls—pieces Scott had picked up over the years in Hawaii—displayed in the conference room.
He asked if Scott had turned them himself. Scott laughed and replied, “If I could do that, I wouldn’t be doing this.”
As it happened, the CPA had recently taken up woodturning and invited Scott to his home to show him how to turn a bowl—starting with a raw log. After spending half a day at the lathe, Scott was hooked.
“I let the shape, grain, and nuances in the wood guide me with my tools. The results are almost magical.”
Scott has been a member of the gallery for about a year and a half, and this is his first show. On display will be old‑growth, sinker, and curly redwood pieces, along with works in other species of wood and a segmented vase.
He also photographed the steps involved in creating one of the old‑growth bowls. “I let the wood direct me and my tools as I’m working. In this particular case, there was a lot of ‘directing’ required—but the bowl ‘turned’ out just fine.”
He asked if Scott had turned them himself. Scott laughed and replied, “If I could do that, I wouldn’t be doing this.”
As it happened, the CPA had recently taken up woodturning and invited Scott to his home to show him how to turn a bowl—starting with a raw log. After spending half a day at the lathe, Scott was hooked.
“I let the shape, grain, and nuances in the wood guide me with my tools. The results are almost magical.”
Scott has been a member of the gallery for about a year and a half, and this is his first show. On display will be old‑growth, sinker, and curly redwood pieces, along with works in other species of wood and a segmented vase.
He also photographed the steps involved in creating one of the old‑growth bowls. “I let the wood direct me and my tools as I’m working. In this particular case, there was a lot of ‘directing’ required—but the bowl ‘turned’ out just fine.”
Maureen O’Hara is an artist working in watercolor and acrylic.
"As free as an artist can dream to be," expresses my approach to the creative process. My artistic journey has paralleled my life’s interest. I draw inspiration from the beauty of the Mendocino coast, along with my passion for nature, gardening, my Koi pond, and a lifetime of enthusiasm for horses. To capture in a painting the sense of freedom and tranquility these things bring to my life leaves me with a sense of wonder and fulfillment."
"As free as an artist can dream to be," expresses my approach to the creative process. My artistic journey has paralleled my life’s interest. I draw inspiration from the beauty of the Mendocino coast, along with my passion for nature, gardening, my Koi pond, and a lifetime of enthusiasm for horses. To capture in a painting the sense of freedom and tranquility these things bring to my life leaves me with a sense of wonder and fulfillment."
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We're Celebrating Our 40th Anniversary!
Northcoast Artists Gallery in Fort Bragg, California, is proudly celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1986 by a group of visionary artists, the downtown gallery has grown into one of California’s longest‑running artist‑run cooperatives and was the first of its kind in Mendocino County.
This April, we will be celebrating the gallery's 40-year anniversary with a special exhibition featuring current work from both past and present member artists. The show will highlight how each artist’s creative journey has evolved over time, and where their creative paths have led them today. As a true cooperative, Northcoast Artists Gallery is entirely managed and staffed by its member artists. This model empowers creatives with greater control over their work, increased returns on sales, and a strong voice in gallery operations. It also fosters collaboration, community, and shared visibility in a desirable downtown location. Located along the stunning Mendocino Coast—an area renowned for its dramatic landscapes and uniquely inspiring environment—the gallery has continued to evolve while remaining faithful to its original mission. What began as a small collective of potters has grown into a diverse, multi‑media gallery. Each member maintains ongoing exhibit space, and a third of the gallery is dedicated to monthly solo or invitational shows. Nearly every artistic medium has been showcased in this shared space. After four decades, creativity and inspiration continue to flourish at Northcoast Artists Gallery. |
Guest Member Opportunity
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Northcoast Artists is currently looking for qualified 3D artists to apply for guest memberships.
Becoming a guest member is required before applying for a full membership. This allows the prospective artist to see what it's like to work in a cooperative gallery before making a decision on whether or not to apply for full membership. You can find applications here. |
Come in for an inspiring visit!
 Northcoast Artist Gallery 2026
Our members would like to thank everyone for their continued support. We hope you'll stop by and see our wonderful art and fine craft. Sincerely, Everyone at Northcoast Artists Gallery |
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