Evelyn Alvarez Artist Statement Through my work I aim to show discomfort, vulnerability, and distress caused by the disconnect between the mind and body. When the mind and body are not in a parallel state, it causes negative feelings like distress, dejection, and anxiety. My work magnifies those feelings that exist in the volatile relationship between a physical body and a mental one that only seem to intersect with a struggle in an internal battle. Using paint, I primarily depict…

ARTIST STATEMENT Brenyanna Harris-Hill Art by Brey I consider myself an artist, educator, and an entrepreneur that focuses on black representation in art and the importance of mental health. I graduated from the University of California - Irvine with a degree in Psychology & Social Behavior with an emphasis on child development.  I implement my educational background to teach children about mental health through practices like art therapy. I’m passionate about creating art that celebrates beauty, strength, and resilience. I’m…

    Artist Background: Details below taken from Bob Hall's Watercolor Portfolio Robert J. Hall, known as Bob Hall, is a long time Southern California artist. Bob attended Cal Poly as an Agricultural major and Chapman College, majoring in fine arts and business. In the early 1980's Bob semi-retired, which gave him the opportunity to focus on his passion for painting. He started painting with fellow artists along the Orange County Coast, using both watercolor and acrylic as his medium. For…

Artist Statement: ANN PRIVATEER Most of my life I have been captivated by the idea that Art is making something out of nothing. My first painting experience was tempera paints with my classmates.  At Halloween and at Christmas we painted holiday murals on store front windows. Today, I paint with oils and watercolors. Every Friday morning, I attend a watercolor class at the Davis Senior Center.  There’s a local Art teacher each month.  We learn something different from each artist.  I…

Artist Statements Amanda Cadelago I am a painter, working in oil and acrylic paint, as well as chalk pastel. Witha life-long love for art, I pursued and received a bachelor’s in art from the California State University, Sacramento, and a professional associates of art degree in design from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in San Francisco. After acquiring my degrees, I’ve worked in creative fields including fashion design and graphic design, while still working on my art. I…

GALLERY 1855, located on the grounds of the Davis Cemetery at 820 Pole Line Road will be hosting a reception for Artist Cathie James-Robinson and Amanda Cadelago. The Artist will be available to discuss their current Art Exhibit. Stop by to take in the beautiful art and enjoy light refreshments. Friday September 13th from 1 pm to 3 pm

Rob-O: About the Artist  Art, in all its mediums, has always been a part of my life since i was a child. My favorite memory goes back to when my Grammie would take all of us grandkids to the mountains to explore some nature as well as a chance to explore our creativity by giving us a drawing pad, a charcoal pencil and the freedom to create our own art. Drawing, painting, and sculpting was just something we did as…