Paula Bellacera
Artist
Paula Bellacera is a contemporary animal artist creating paintings, ceramic sculpture, drawings, and mixed media artwork inspired by the relationship between humans and animals. Her whimsical yet thoughtful artwork explores the shared emotions and behaviors of domestic and wild animals through fine art.
Upcoming Special Exhibitions
Alternate Visions — Museum of Northern California Art (2026)
Animal Reflection — Solo Exhibition, Pence Gallery (2027–28)
Sleeping Fox prints now available.
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Animals Reflect Us
“Through ceramic sculpture, painting, and mixed media, I explore how domestic and wild animals mirror human nature, reminding us that we share emotions, instincts, and a deep connection to the natural world.” — Paula Bellacera
What stands out in Paula Bellacera’s artwork is the philosophical thread running through her practice: the idea that animals reflect human nature, informed by her direct observation of animals in the wild and her interest in ancient and Indigenous traditions.
“It is truly amazing how Bellacera's sense of experimentation and investigation into the animal kingdom, combined with a great sense of humor, has resulted in a world of characters full of charm and action.”
— Natalie Nelson, Director/Curator, Pence Gallery
UPCOMING EVENTS
Blue Line • Membership Medley
Jun 27- Aug 8 • Reception Sat. July 17th 5-7pm
https://www.bluelinearts.org/exhibitions
Sacramento Open Studios
Sept. 13 & 14, 10am-5pm
West Sacramento, CA
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KVIE Auction
Art Displayed Sept. 1-30
2030 W. El Camino Ave., Sacramento CA
On-air Live Auction October 2-4
2026 Oct. 1 - Nov. 15, Alternate Visions a curated museum exhibition at monca (The Museum of Northern California Art), Chico, CA
Jesuit Art Event • Thurs., Oct. 29, 5:00-7:00pm
1200 Jacob Lane, Carmichael, CA 95608
2027-28 Dec. 2027 - Jan. 2028, Animal Reflection. Solo exhibition based on the ancient wisdom of Perennial Philosophy presented by the Pence Gallery, Davis CA
Animal Reflection
Through Animal Reflection Paula Bellacera explores how domestic and wild animals mirror human nature. In her ceramic sculpture and painting, Paula Bellacera examines the shared emotions, instincts, and relationships that connect people and animals.
Magazine Feature of the Bellaceras
Watch the Bellaceras’ recent presentation at the Crocker Art Museum
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