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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There has been a lot going on for the Fine Art Festival. Here's a quick update:
Artist Spotlight: Nina Major 
The beauty of nature has always awed and inspired me. My goal is to create paintings that emphasize realistic qualities in beautiful color. Watercolor allows me to capture the fluid transparency I love, using glazing and color mingling techniques.
My work in dyes on silk fabric (silk painting) lets me create paintings with vibrant color contrasts, which are so fun! I always paint from photos, often using several at a time as reference. Currently, I am working on my nature “portrait” series. The emphasis is on close-focus paintings that show details you wouldn’t normally notice. Subjects include flora and fauna, especially marine life, owls, birds, and animals. Hope you enjoy! Nina Major, Artist 
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 . |
18Next Meeting: September 17, 6 - 8:00 pm
For Jen Norpchen, art has always influenced her life. With a degree in Interior Design and a minor in Fine Arts, she used her background in ceramics and sculpture to meld the two mediums.
At the demonstration, I plan to talk about how I use armatures, metal mesh and clay to create their personalities, and how I use wood with my art work and wire to create different types of feet. My wild animal gourd art consists of a little of this, a little of that... a whimsy. The whimsical characteristics of gourds fascinate and delight me. I am enchanted by the imperfect nature of gourds and the fact that no two are alike. The gourd is a magical canvas. It's shape and patterns guide the artist to what it will become. Each piece is unique. I will also mention working with AI generated design on my prints and cards. 
B) Discussion: The second half of the meeting will be devoted to member sharing: getting acquainted, questions, suggestions and ideas about EDHAA.
Upcoming Meetings November 19 - 6-8pm
A) Demonstration: Marie Gonzales - Pastels The possibilities of soft pastels: blending and layering. B) Discussion: Publicity, continuing to sell your art October 15 - 6-8pm A) Demonstration: Victoria Brooks - Oil B) Discussion: Upcoming Fine Art Festival Check for the full 2024 meeting schedule Here. More on the demonstration subjects will be added as information is available. Welcome New Members
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THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Judy Arrigotti
Our July demonstration and discussion was very entertaining and insightful. Everyone was energized by Bob Kurtz’s free style painting and relaxed process. Even the materials he used were unexpected and inexpensive (purchased from Home Depot).
The discussion from the questionnaire results was very helpful for 2025 planning. Here is some of what was learned:
Art lessons- Most of our members showed an interest in art in grade school or in retirement. Most received encouragement fromr parents and teachers. Many of our members have taken art lessons or are currently taking lessons, but only a few give lessons. We need more art teachers to teach private lessons, in the schools, at camps, or at the Senior Center.
Structure of Meetings- Part 1- Demos, Part 2- Socializing, Brainstorming, Getting Acquainted, Open Forum, Parties.
Demonstrations- It is apparent that most EDHAA member join for the monthly demonstrations and they have suggestions for what they would like to see more of. They enjoy Instructional demos that show how artists work. They want a variety of styles; processes, execution, mediums, new approaches in all subjects. For beginners to experienced to appeal to our diverse membership, they prefer instructional demos that show how artists work. Most members enjoy demonstrations but few have the confidence to be demonstrations.
Shows- Most members enter shows. Sacramento, El Dorado & Placer County art organizations provide numerous opportunities to show and sell your art in galleries, art shows & competitions, and studio tours Participating in shows is a priority for members!
Galleries- Few members are in galleries, but most members would like to be in galleries in the future. We should invite gallery owners in traditional galleries and co-ops as guests to a meeting, so interested EDHAA members will know what’s required to join.
Activities & Events- Members want a variety of art activities & events to participate, like Members Shows, Studio Tours, Fine Art Festival, Plein Air Field Trips, Museum Tours, Artist’s Studios to see how & where they work.
2024- We have 12 membership (2Hrs.) meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 6pm-8pm. Special Meetings: May- Studio Tour preparation & Gallery 48 Show, Oct.- Fine Arts Festival, Dec.- Social event/ Potluck, Unknown- Harris Center Show
Looking forward to-
July - Oct.- Banners On Parade- July-Oct.
Aug.-9- National Night Out (Community- Building Event) at CSD Park on August 9, 4:30-8.
Aug.17- Placerville Galleries Field Trip- Aug 17
Aug. 18- Harris Center Gallery, Art Pick-up reminder- Aug.18
Aug. 20- EDHAA Membership Meeting- Aug. 20
Closed Sept.18- PAA Mother Load Art Show Registration
Sept. 27,28,29- KVIE Art Auction
Have a wonderful August filled with family friend and art!
Judy
The discussion from the questionnaire results was very helpful for 2025 planning. Here is some of what was learned:
Art lessons- Most of our members showed an interest in art in grade school or in retirement. Most received encouragement fromr parents and teachers. Many of our members have taken art lessons or are currently taking lessons, but only a few give lessons. We need more art teachers to teach private lessons, in the schools, at camps, or at the Senior Center.
Structure of Meetings- Part 1- Demos, Part 2- Socializing, Brainstorming, Getting Acquainted, Open Forum, Parties.
Demonstrations- It is apparent that most EDHAA member join for the monthly demonstrations and they have suggestions for what they would like to see more of. They enjoy Instructional demos that show how artists work. They want a variety of styles; processes, execution, mediums, new approaches in all subjects. For beginners to experienced to appeal to our diverse membership, they prefer instructional demos that show how artists work. Most members enjoy demonstrations but few have the confidence to be demonstrations.
Shows- Most members enter shows. Sacramento, El Dorado & Placer County art organizations provide numerous opportunities to show and sell your art in galleries, art shows & competitions, and studio tours Participating in shows is a priority for members!
Galleries- Few members are in galleries, but most members would like to be in galleries in the future. We should invite gallery owners in traditional galleries and co-ops as guests to a meeting, so interested EDHAA members will know what’s required to join.
Activities & Events- Members want a variety of art activities & events to participate, like Members Shows, Studio Tours, Fine Art Festival, Plein Air Field Trips, Museum Tours, Artist’s Studios to see how & where they work.
2024- We have 12 membership (2Hrs.) meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 6pm-8pm. Special Meetings: May- Studio Tour preparation & Gallery 48 Show, Oct.- Fine Arts Festival, Dec.- Social event/ Potluck, Unknown- Harris Center Show
Looking forward to-
July - Oct.- Banners On Parade- July-Oct.
Aug.-9- National Night Out (Community- Building Event) at CSD Park on August 9, 4:30-8.
Aug.17- Placerville Galleries Field Trip- Aug 17
Aug. 18- Harris Center Gallery, Art Pick-up reminder- Aug.18
Aug. 20- EDHAA Membership Meeting- Aug. 20
Closed Sept.18- PAA Mother Load Art Show Registration
Sept. 27,28,29- KVIE Art Auction
Have a wonderful August filled with family friend and art!
Judy
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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 |