Welcome to El Dorado Hills Arts Association
A California Nonprofit Organization
A California Nonprofit Organization
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About Us
El Dorado Hills Arts Association is a California Nonprofit Organization with the exclusive purpose to provide education, promotion, exhibitions, networking settings, volunteer opportunities, and public events for local artists. We are proud to encourage the development and the growth of visual arts in our area by promoting member artists and serving our local communities. |
Member Artist Showcase
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2025 Spring Studio Tour May 3rd & 4th
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Artist Spotlight: Terrie Bennett 
Terrie Bennett Sculptor Terrie Bennett, a second-generation sculptor with over four decades of professional experience, has created a remarkable artistic journey shaped by family heritage and a deep passion for the craft. From a young age, Terrie immersed herself in the bronze foundry business alongside her father and uncle, sculptors Tom and Bob Bennett, renowned globally as Bennett Sculpture. Under her father's guidance, she honed her skills in composition, form, and the intricate technique of crafting three-dimensional sketches in wire. This apprenticeship laid the foundation for Terrie's proficiency in welding one-of-a-kind wire sculptures, a medium that marks the origin of her family's artistic legacy. Terrie's portfolio spans a diverse range of work, from fine art bronze sculptures to large-scale public art installations. Her artistic prowess has earned her prestigious commissions, including notable works for NASA, Barack Obama, Edward R. Murrow, Heydar Aliyev in Dubai, and the Mark Stasyuk Memorial for the city of Rancho Cordova. Most recently, in June of 2024, she was invited to a month long artist residency at the Buffalo Creek Art Center in Gardnerville, NV. During her residency she created a life size horse out of steel welding rod. This sculpture is titled ‘Blue’ and is now a permanent installation at the Buffalo Creek Art Center Sculpture Park. In the fall of 2024, Terrie installed a Steel Apple Gateway Sculpture in the Pondorado Roundabout in Camino, Ca. Looking forward- Terrie is currently under contract with the City of South Lake Tahoe for a public art installation at Lakeview Commons Beach- to be installed late Spring 2025. Beyond her individual artistic achievements, Terrie has contributed significantly to the art world. She has owned and curated fine art galleries in California and Taos, New Mexico, fostering a space for talented artists while connecting directly with a global community of art collectors and enthusiasts. 
Donations& Sponsorships El Dorado Hills Arts Association is a charitable organization. In addition to supporting the many activities of EDHAA, your donations make possible $1,000 scholarships to outstanding art students at Folsom Lake College. For more information on Donations and Sponsorships, click here .
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THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Judy Arrigotti
Dear EDHAA Members,
Looking back on 2024, there were so many EDHAA art friends to share interests with and special events to participate in. Thanks to all the volunteers that helped to make 2024 a success. Thanks to all the demonstrators that shared their diverse talent at our monthly meetings. We learned so many amazing techniques and “secret” tricks they use, that we can implement into our own creations!
It was so rewarding to see the incredible talent within our membership at the member sharing meeting in January, at the Harris Center Membership Show and the Studio Tour Preview Show at Gallery 48. When our member’s art is on display in a gallery setting, it’s really breath taking, with every imaginable medium, technique and style! Our Studio Tour is a diferent opportunity for the public to meet artists in their own environment, in their work space, with their full body of work. The community realizes how many artists live within their own neighborhoods.
How fortunate we are, as members of EDHAA, to know all these incredibly talented artists and special human beings. It enhances our lives to be a part of this association.
Looking forward to 2025, we are blessed to have an amazing group of volunteers to insure that 2025 promises to be even better. There was so much enthusiasm and JOY in the room at our Christmas potluck and social, I can’t wait to see what the future holds for our members and the art community. We’re hitting the ground running, by kicking off with the Membership Show (Chaired by Annie O’Connell) and the January Member Sharing Meeting. These two events will be highlighting and showcasing our EDHAA members diverse and incredible talent. You won’t want to miss participating in both of these opportunities to showcase your work. Don’t be shy, we want to get to know you and your art!
Happy New Year,
Judy
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Want to become a member? Go to our Membership Page for more Information! Send us an email to give us your thoughts or ask us a question. Use the form below. |
2024 Board of Directors & Committee Chairpersons BOARD President - Judy Arrigotti Vice President - Linda Smith Secretary - Lauren Klonaris Treasurer - Bob Anderson Membership - Sandy Allie Webmaster/Communications - Diana Erickson Development - Ken Mahar Marketing/Publicity - Steve Holler COMMITTEES Studio Tour - Spike Mills Special Events - Tim Midboe Fine Arts Festival - Bob Anderson - Melissa Keyser Scholarship - Melissa Keyser Activities Coordinator - Karen Cogan |