Meilani MacDonald is showcasing her diverse and imaginative creations throughout October at the Center for Healthy Generations. Her work spans photography, digital art, knitting, and assemblage, reflecting her unique ability to transform everyday moments into captivating art. Highlights of her exhibit include her virtual photography, where she shared insights into building and reprocessing scenes, offering a fascinating look at her creative process. Meilani’s collection is an inspiring blend of playfulness and thoughtfulness, showcasing her artistic passion and versatility.
Raini Armstrong is showcasing her artwork throughout October at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church. Inspired by her drives through the Mojave Desert, Raini captures the essence of her favorite places through both photos and memories. Her collection features vibrant floral watercolors and serene night scenes, using bold colors and a mix of simplicity and detail. Raini’s style balances whimsy and realism, creating artwork that feels both playful and calming.
January 2024
Krista Wargo - in January, the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley is hosting an artist who specializes in plein air painting. This technique involves creating art outdoors, and the artist's work beautifully captures the essence of the desert landscape. Using vibrant colors inspired by the local flora and fauna, she paints scenes that showcase the ever-changing play of light and shadows.
Robert Rufer - the artist is generously presenting a curated selection of his captivating 6"x6" photography collection in January at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. Within this compact yet powerful format, a remarkable array of locations and images unfolds, each frame holding a unique story and visual delight. The collection showcases a diverse tapestry of scenes, capturing moments from an eclectic range of places that span the globe.
February 2024
Nancy Miehle shared a wonderful selection of oil paintings, big and small, depicting the desert and some of its denizens, both flora and fauna, at the Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley during the month of February.
Raini Armstrong shared quarter sheet original watercolors during the month of February ranging from desert night skies to desert creatures, most submissions inspired by the southern california region at the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley.
March 2024
Joan Scott is showcasing her artwork throughout March at the Center for Healthy Generations. This exhibit highlights her acrylic pours and pastel pieces, featuring vibrant colors and hidden creatures within her designs. Joan’s use of purples and blues creates a soothing effect while offering a refreshing contrast to the earthy tones of the Morongo Basin.
Myrtle Cassel is showcasing her artistic creations at the Presbyterian Church throughout March. A humble and versatile artist, Myrtle crafts low-sugar jams and sweets while also creating a whimsical world through watercolor and leather art. Her watercolor works are spontaneous and tender, offering a refreshing, joyful quality. Visitors can experience her exhibit on Sundays after mass or by arranging another time with the coordinator or pastor.
April 2024
Tami Roleff is showcasing her captivating photography throughout April at the Center for Healthy Generations. With a sharp eye for the desert landscape, Tami captures local scenes, from the clarity of the night sky to the beauty of wild fauna and daytime adventures. Her patient dedication to wildlife photography offers intimate glimpses into the lives of desert creatures, while her night sky images showcase the mesmerizing celestial views. Tami’s work, which includes images from places like Joshua Tree National Park and Yosemite, encourages us to appreciate the extraordinary beauty of the desert and inspires us to explore it for ourselves.
Meilani MacDonald shared an informative collection of Digital Art and Virtual Photography during the month of May, providing narratives conveying the changes undergone during her creative journey. These artworks were displayed at the Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley.
May 2024
Tami Wood displayed her creations during the month of May at the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley. She combines recycling, statements of encouragement, and beauty with her unique artistic voice to create striking, colorful scenes. Bold, beautiful, and full of movement, her work is truly inspirational art.
Victoria Sebanz space during the month of May at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. Ethereal, conversational, nature-inspired, Victoria works in multiple mediums and it is always a delight to see her creative works on display.
June 2024
Jeni Bate displayed a stunning collection of oil paintings throughout June at the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley. Her work embodies expansiveness, seamlessly blending thoughts and emotions with the addition of beautifully, gently, and subtly woven words. Be sure to step back and take in the overall scenes she has created, but also take a closer look to discover the hidden gems of written word within each piece.
Cesca Spoonhower shared her creative collection of beauties at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley during the month of June. Her work is truly captivating, skillfully integrating life experiences, native values, and fascinating mixed media to produce a visual explosion of soothing colors and inviting textures. Each piece offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and contemporary artistry. Her art not only engages the eye but also evokes a deep emotional response, inviting viewers to explore the rich tapestry of stories and emotions embedded within each creation.
July & August 2024 - SUMMER GROUP SHOW!
A special THEMED group exhibit "Transformations" is on display during the months of July & August at the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley. This theme showcases pivotal creations from members' artistic journeys. We are thrilled to present pieces that include childhood drawings alongside their more recent explorations in the world of art.
Summer Group exhibit is on display during the summer months of July & August at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. Members were invited to bring in a couple creations
September 2024
Nancy Miehle is presenting a captivating collection of oil paintings throughout September at the Center for Healthy Generations. A versatile artist, Nancy showcases her favorite medium, oil, through stunning works that include serene desert landscapes and imaginative scenes like horses galloping along a beach. Her art highlights the beauty of nature and invites viewers to experience its magic and inspiration.
Jennifer Grandi's art is on display during during September at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. Her work showcases a vibrance in the medium of soft pastel that I do not see often. She has a knack for creating details and her subject matter is amazingly appropriate to our wonderful desert environment.
October 2024
Meilani MacDonald is showcasing her diverse and imaginative creations throughout October at the Center for Healthy Generations. Her work spans photography, digital art, knitting, and assemblage, reflecting her unique ability to transform everyday moments into captivating art. Highlights of her exhibit include her virtual photography, where she shared insights into building and reprocessing scenes, offering a fascinating look at her creative process. Meilani’s collection is an inspiring blend of playfulness and thoughtfulness, showcasing her artistic passion and versatility.
Raini Armstrong is showcasing her artwork throughout October at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church. Inspired by her drives through the Mojave Desert, Raini captures the essence of her favorite places through both photos and memories. Her collection features vibrant floral watercolors and serene night scenes, using bold colors and a mix of simplicity and detail. Raini’s style balances whimsy and realism, creating artwork that feels both playful and calming.
November 2024
Joan Scott is showcasing a diverse collection of her artwork throughout November at the Center for Healthy Generations. With a lifelong passion for creativity, her exhibit features mixed media, vibrant acrylic pours, abstract pastels, and photography, reflecting her unique perspective and artistic journey.
Tami Roleff art is on display during during November at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. .
December 2024
Several Members are on display during the month of December at the Center for Healthy Generations in Yucca Valley. .
Bob Rufer art is on display during during December at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Yucca Valley. .