In a gathering constituting a veritable who's who of Mendocino area artists, the Mendocino Art Center will host the artists featured in local photographer Larry Wagner's beautiful photography book, "The Artists of the Mendocino Coast," for a group signing and party, Sunday, January 20, at 5:00 p.m. Many of the 77 distinguished artists will be on hand to sign copies of the recently released book for a small donation to the Mendocino Art Center. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will also be available.

Those who already own a book may have their books signed for a $5 per copy donation to the Mendocino Art Center. The books are available for purchase at the Mendocino Art Center and those buying a book the day of the event will be able to have their copies signed at no charge.

Larry Wagner describes photographing the area's finest artists "to be one of the most enjoyable projects of my career. The artists' openness, creativity and willingness to work with me in capturing an important aspect of each of their personas made every session unique and rewarding. This book is intended to communicate the richness and diversity of the talent of our painters, jewelers, ceramicists, sculptors, photographers and weavers who thrive in the stimulating environment of the beautiful Mendocino coast."

Visit Wagner's web site to see a preview of "The Artists of the Mendocino Coast." For more information on the book signing event, please call 707-937-5818. The Mendocino Art Center is located at 45200 Little Lake Street (at Kasten Street) in Mendocino Village.