SEPTEMBER 2026

Autumn is almost here, but before the leaves start to fall it's time to celebrate the 12th Open Fine Art Competition! We're also thrilled to present a featured collection from Omid Izadi, plus many new art classes for adults. Read on for all the details, and a special remembrance of the late Dale Chilcoat.

Featured Collection

A Decade: From Passion to Impact

A collection from Omid Izadi. Inspired by Claude Monet's use of impressionism and loose style, Izadi's anthropomorphic series dresses animals in human finery and asks us to question how much distance really exists between us and them.

"I aim to create meaningful stories in art that highlight humanity’s impact on animals and the natural world, and through my paintings, I hope to preserve the beauty of animals and their importance in society."

Exhibiting September 2-26, with a First Saturday reception on September 5 from 4 to 7pm.

12th Annual Open Fine Art

Open Fine Art Competition

Join us for the 12th annual celebration of art and photography, a tradition at the Center that highlights outstanding work by local and regional artists.

Awards are presented in categories of art and photography for Best of Show, category winners, and honorable mentions.

The exhibition runs September 2-26, with an opening reception on First Saturday, September 5 from 4 to 7pm.

The public is invited to this free reception to enjoy refreshments, live music, and to meet the featured artists. Awards presentation begins at 5:30pm.

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Art Classes

Explore your creative side at the Center in Beginner and Intermediate art classes taught by professional instructors. Here's what's coming up next:

September 10: Gelli Plate Printmaking with Karoline Li

September 11: Watercolor on Rice Paper with Joy Kuo

September 17: Beginning Acrylic with Teresa Gutierrez

September 19: Fall Tree Top with Justine Thompson

September 25: Pen and Ink with Sam Gonzalez

...plus even more classes in October! Check out the full schedule and sign up today.

EGFAC Members get 10% off classes Find out how >

Already a member? Find your discount code in My Account >

Remembering Dale Chilcoat

Artist and educator Dale Chilcoat passed away in August. He will be well-remembered as a professor at Sacramento State where he taught new students in an Art Education program, and for his numerous contributions to the local art community.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dale's memory to the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center.

We were privileged to present three art lectures by Dale in 2025, and his exhibition A Retrospective of an Artist's Journey in May 2025.

DONATE IN DALE'S MEMORY

Get Involved

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTS NONPROFIT

Enjoy the benefits of membership including 10% art class discounts, complimentary access to our weekly open studio, early access to Small Treasures, special event invitations, name recognition and the happiness that comes from supporting local visual arts in our community.

Learn about individual memberships, sponsorship, bequests, and employer matching gifts that can boost your contribution!

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NOW ACCEPTING NEW ARTISTS

Get involved today with an Artist Membership, through Art Consignment and Resale, by Renting the Gallery for a pop-up show, or by Entering an Art Competition (membership not required).

The best way to get involved as an artist is through our Artist Memberships. Adult artists (18+) in all mediums are welcome to apply for these opportunities which offer dedicated display space and competitive commission structure.

LEARN ABOUT SHOWING ART AT THE CENTER

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center is a registered non profit organization. 501(c)(3) ID: 26-1484110

We are proud members of the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce and Old Town Elk Grove Foundation. The Center receives support from the City of Elk Grove and from donors like you - thank you!

Support local visual arts by making a generous financial contribution today at elkgrovefineartscenter.org/support/.

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