About Lumen Gallery
Lumen is a light-filled space rooted in creativity, connection, and the quiet power of thoughtfully made things. Nestled in the heart of Capitola Village, our gallery brings together the work of local and regional artists — each piece chosen for its craft, character, and sense of story.
Our founder, Cierra — a Coastal California Native, jewelry designer, and the creative force behind Cierra Designs. Her hand-crafted pieces are made just up the coast in her studio, where sunlight, sea-worn stones, and slow processes guide each design.
More than a gallery, Lumen is a reflection of the community that surrounds us — creative, collaborative, and full of soul.
Local Soul, Artfully Shown
Tucked between ocean breeze and redwood roots, our gallery is a love letter to local creativity. We proudly showcase the work of regional artisans whose pieces echo the surf, soil, and soul of our Santa Cruz home. From hand-thrown ceramics to textured textiles, each creation is a reflection of this place — made with heart, and meant to be felt.
We believe beauty should live where life does — on your shelves, in your hands, woven into your every day. Our collection is curated with care for pieces that do more than look good: they function with grace, last through seasons, and often spark a “where did you get that?” kind of moment.
Because the most meaningful design isn’t just beautiful — it’s useful, lasting, and full of life.
Innovative by Nature, Intentional by Design
Sustainably Sourced, Soulfully Made
Sustainability isn’t a trend — it’s a value woven into every choice we make. We proudly showcase artists and designers who honor the earth through their materials, methods, and mindful practices. From reclaimed woods to low-waste textiles, every piece is a reflection of care — for craft, for community, and for the planet.
We believe that buying better means buying less. That’s why we champion ethical makers, timeless design, and local sourcing that keeps our carbon footprint light and our connections strong.
Our gallery is powered by SOLAR energy, and we reuse shipping materials whenever possible — because even the smallest steps can shine brighter together.
About our Founder
Founder. Designer. California girl through and through.
Before there was Lumen, there was a little girl chasing lizards through the Mojave. Cierra was born in the desert near Joshua Tree, where the stillness hums, the cactus blooms, and the sunsets feel like sacred rituals. That early desert magic never left her.
By age three, her family had drifted north to the coast of San Luis Obispo. From then on, it was tidepools and trails, dune grass and beach bonfires. Big Sur mornings. Santa Barbara afternoons. Her childhood was carved from salt air and golden light.
At 22, a serendipitous move to Capitola led to something even more lasting, love at first sight with this dreamy coastal town. She knew, right then, that one day she’d have a shop here. And when Cierra knows, she makes it happen.
Lumen is more than a Gallery, it’s a love letter to the land that shaped her. It’s the only place to explore her full jewelry line, Cierra Designs: handcrafted, story-woven pieces inspired by her roots in sand and stone.
“I’m a California coast girl to my core - sun-fed, soul-led, and forever in love with where I came from.” - Cierra
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