Join, Create & Mingle With ECAA
Welcome to the East County Art Association, where our commitment lies in fostering an inclusive community that embraces diversity and provides equitable access to education. We believe in creating an environment that is not only welcoming but also collaborative and encouraging for all individuals.
New Gallery Hours:
Wednesday: 3 PM – 7 PM
Thursday – Saturday: 8 AM – 2:30 PM
A Member-Driven Community
The East County Art Association focuses on building relationships between our members and the community while providing support and advocation for local artists
About Us
The East County Art Association is a non-profit organization with a clear mission: to educate and provide resources for artists at every stage of their journey. We are committed to offering accessible and enriching educational opportunities, fostering a community that values differences, embraces diversity, and passionately appreciates the arts. In addition to our educational focus, we are here to support the community by harnessing the power of art for stress relief and healing through creative expression.
Join us in our pursuit of artistic education, where creativity knows no bounds, and artists of all levels find the support they need to thrive while using art as a tool for personal well-being and community connection.
Resilient Spirits Exhibition
Charlene Mosley’s current series explores the quiet, persistent resilience found in both nature and the human spirit—the instinct to endure, to adapt, and to survive.
Exhibit Location: ECAA Gallery
124 E Main St El Cajon Ca 92020
Art Exhibition:
By Charlene Mosley
Exhibition Dates: August 1- September 30th
RECEPTION: August 30th, 2025 Time: 4-7 pm
Upcoming Events and Exhibitions at the Gallery!
Paint Like Van Gogh Workshop
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Member Benefits
Gallery Space Rental Opportunities
Professional Support: Benefit from our experienced event management team who will assist you in planning and executing a seamless event. From setup to promotion, we’ve got you covered.
Customizable Packages: Tailor your rental package to meet your specific needs. We offer flexible pricing options to accommodate various budgets and event requirements.
Featured Monthly Member
Our Featured Members section is a showcase of the incredible individuals who contribute to the richness of our community. These exceptional members stand out for their achievements, creativity, and dedication. By highlighting their stories, talents, and expertise, we aim to inspire and connect our community even further. Whether they are entrepreneurs, innovators, or passionate enthusiasts, each Featured Member brings a unique perspective and valuable contributions to our platform. Join us in recognizing and celebrating the exceptional individuals who make our community thrive.
Detail of Ocean Beach Pier
Oil on Canvas, 36x18in
Vira Ustianska, ECAA Member
We are excited to feature one our newest members at the East County Art Association who has already made a big splash at our last popular member’s show, Viva Art, and won an award- Vira Ustianska!
Vira is a Ukrainian-born artist and educator whose expressive oil paintings fuse realism and impressionism. A graduate of the Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Arts, she gained early acclaim for industrial landscapes and her award-winning piece Portrait of Stalevar. She also explored themes of memory and family in her academic work.
In 2016, she co-founded a drawing studio in Zaporizhzhia, later opening her own studio, V-ART. Her “Sunflowers” project, begun in 2020, has become a powerful symbol of resilience, now with nearly 300 paintings, each telling a unique story.
After evacuating to Poland in 2022 with her daughter, Vira created over 100 works during her “Polish period.” She later relocated to the U.S., where California’s natural beauty inspired a new series of landscapes. Despite new influences, her heart remains tied to Ukraine, reflected in her ongoing “1000 Sunflowers” project.
Her work captures fleeting moments, memory, and the quiet beauty of everyday life, with each painting revealing its own emotional depth and narrative voice. Vira is very active in the San Diego art scene with many exhibitions scheduled throughout the year. We congratulate her on doing so well at our inaugural, “Artival” Artwalk this past June and for winning so many awards at the San Diego County Fair Exhibition as well as day contests!
See her beautiful painting, Ocean Beach Pier, exhibited at the Gallery now through July 31st, in our current Ocean Love show.
Thank you to the talented Vira for being a valued member of our organization!