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It's truly heart-warming to see our mountain community recognizing local artists, such as Bonnie Bisbee, whose work is seen above. There's just so much to do and see it's incredible! Read on for more info!

The Visual Arts Are Happening in Madera County!

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Great news for art lovers! With everything from art classes with the Yosemite Conservancy to an art retrospective featuring Bonnie Bisbee to art demonstrations with renowned local artists, there’s something for everyone! Check out what’s going on!

Image of a watercolor painting of a river.

Art Classes with the Yosemite Conservancy

Starts: May 01, 2023

Occurs: Every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday until June 02, 2023.

Image of the Yosemite Conservancy logo.Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Advanced Reservations Required

Location: Yosemite Valley – Happy Isles Art & Nature Center
Happy Isles Loop Road, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389

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Phone: 415-434-1782

Email: info@yosemite.org.

Classes meet at Happy Isles Art & Nature Center.

All levels welcome. Ages 12+

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Price: $20 – $40 per person, drop-ins welcome

Click here to register.

Image of the banner ad for Bonnie Brisbee's retrospective.

Bonnie Bisbee: Retrospective of a Visionary Artist

Come discover the rich colors and fanciful subjects of this renowned, local Madera County artist, Bonnie Bisbee.

Occurs: Every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday until May 26, 2023.

Time: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Location: Madera Arts Council & Circle Gallery
424 N. Gateway Drive, Madera, CA 93637

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Phone: 559-661-7005

Email: jkocher@maderaarts.org.

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Image of the YSA logo.

Yosemite Sierra Artists Art Demonstration by Rivka Schaffner

Image of the Yosemite Sierra Artists logo. Dates

  • May 8, 2023
  • May 11, 2023
  • May 17, 2023
  • May 18, 2023
  • May 31, 2023

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Sierra Senior Center and Zoom
49111 Cinder Lane, Oakhurst, CA 93644

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Email: info@yosemitesierraartists.org.

Enjoy wonderful demonstrations from these local artists!

May 8: Elizabeth Saltos

May 11 & 17: Carolyn Hartling

May 18 & 31: Moira Donohoe

$10 for members / $15 for non-members

Visit the YSA website here for more information and to sign up for this event.

Image of a painting by Carolyn Hartling.

Image by Carolyn Hartling.

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