April 2026 Newsletter

published by The Mountain Arts Network

A Non-profit 501-c organization.

"Inspiring Visual Arts in the Mountain Communities" 

 This e-newsletter is expressly for members, patrons, artists and fans of the Mountain Arts Network, The Mountain Arts Gallery, The Mountain Arts Community Art Center and The Mountain Arts Photographic Society, all located in the Lake Arrowhead Village in Lake Arrowhead, CA.   

STUDENT ART SHOW!
Saturday, April 18th from 5 to 7 pm.
Free and Open to the Public

FEATURED ARTISTS

BRYAN ALLEN

The equipment these days is just amazing as cameras can focus incredibly fast on the eye of a human, bird, even an insect. Subject recognition such as car and airplanes as it will focus in on the driver's side and pilot's windows. The modern camera has easily about 400 menu items to navigate. Being able to customize the camera with buttons one uses most frequently makes them easier to use. Really, it's a computer with a lens, however as Julius Shulman said, “The camera is the least important element in photography.”

My work has been published in Westways, Travel and Leisure, The National Hockey League, Zamboni Inc., The Jay Leno Show, real estate and ice-skating magazines, brochures, food ads, local newspapers and websites and hopefully your living room wall. 

Started photography when Santa brought me a Kodak Instamatic camera over 55 years ago at only 11 years old. In high school my favorite class was photography and my Dad built me a dark room at home for black and white film development. Took some college classes in photography but mostly enjoyed being on the road. Having moved from Michigan the scenery in the West was just stunning and I made it my goal to see all the national parks. Still working on that goal with only 12 left to see.

Photography on the road is something still enjoyable but also enjoy wildlife, time lapse, street photography, family portraits but really enjoy the spontaneous and humorous pictures. Have worked with a company that builds seasonal ice rinks for the last 20 years and have dropped the managing part and now am the photographer for them, (a lot less stress.) 

Love living in the San Bernardino Mountains as there are photo opportunities at every turn as there's a lot of them, just look at your tires. The wildlife at our lakes, forest and sky always present themselves with numerous chances for great shots. 

We have local photo club here in Lake Arrowhead, “The Mountain Arts Photographic Society” part of the Mountain Arts Network and Mountain Arts Gallery. The Club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 PM in the Community Arts Center, lower Lake Arrowhead Village. Hope to see you there, all skill levels welcome. 

LINDA JONES

Toward the end of 1999 I moved to Lake Arrowhead. Throughout the years I visited my brother many times and was amazed by the beauty of this place. I moved from the San Fernando Valley where I indoors as an office manager for 25 years. I was looking for something new and different. Shortly after settling in I got a job with a landscaping company. That was really new! I worked outside all day doing landscaping and splitting and delivering firewood. Several years later I got my landscaping license and went into business myself.

I can't remember why I started making wreaths but I loved it. Now after making them for 41 years I still love it.

Becoming part of the Gallery has given me a new outlook on life. All the artist have been incredibly welcoming. I am very grateful for their support. Winston, my little rescue dog buddy and I love the collecting.

CARLOS CORTEZ

I grew up South Jersey, reaching high school in the turbulent times of the early stages of the Vietnam War in the early 60’s. As I progressed through high school, the Vietnam War progressed with more and more American troops being committed every year. My best friend at the time and I decided to join the Marine Corps on the buddy program after high school. At the time the program would “almost” guarantee that you and the buddy you enlist with would spend your time in the Corps at the same duty stations. He decided not to wait and enlisted prior to finishing high school. With the buddy program no longer being an option, I visited the Army recruiter seeking enlistment options. At the time, the Army had a program that allowed a high school graduate to attend flight school as a Warrant Officer candidate pending the passing of the FAST test, successful passing of a Class 1 flight physical, was 18 and completed Basic Training. Wow, I thought, I had never been in an airplane before but it sure sounded better fly over the jungle than humping through it. After graduating high school in 1967, I was off to flight school. 

Upon completion of flight school in 1968, I was assigned to the 254^th Medical Evacuation Detachment (Dust Off) based in Nha Trang, Vietnam. I was transferred to the 48^th Assault Helicopter Company where I served 2 tours flying Slicks and gunships. I returned from Vietnam in July of 1970. I was assigned to Ft. Meade, MD where I completed my active duty obligation. I joined the Pennsylvania National Guard at Ft. Indiantown Gap where I served in a variety positions as a line pilot, Aircraft Maintenance Officer and maintenance test pilot, instructor pilot in a variety of aircraft and my last duty assignment was a Chinook Instrument Examiner and Standards pilot. 

I have always been involved in some type of woodworking projects, from remodeling to building furniture. Several years ago my wife and I were at an arts fair in Fredericksburg, Texas. A particular vendor caught my eye. He had a display of several pieces that incorporated turquoise granules set in resin into veins in a mesquite lazy Susan. The pieces really intrigued me and I began researching the “how do you do this” part of the project. I began experimenting with making charcuterie boards with natural edged wood pieces and various colored resins. I attempt to utilize wood pieces sourced locally from the San Bernardino mountains and have also used pieces of walnut/black walnut and olive wood sourced from the central valley.

GALLERY NEWS

10th Annual Student Art Show

and Reception

Saturday, April 18th from 5 to 7 pm.

You will not want to miss this lovely reception for the students from Rim of the World High School.

Their work will be showcased at the Mountain Arts Gallery the entire month of May. Please find time to stop by the Gallery and see this very special show. 

Awards, prizes will be presented at the reception. 

Family and friends are welcome.

May 19

Rim School Scholarship Awards Program
Mountain Arts Network will be awarding 3 scholarships on May 19 during the Rim High School Scholarship Awards. The presentation will take place at the Performing Arts Center. Exact time to be announced. 

IN MEMORY OF BARBARA BOZZO
A Celebration of Life will be held on May 12, 2026

Barbara Bozzo unexpectedly departed this life on April 22, 2025.


A Celebration of Life will be held on May 12, 2026. Those who knew Barbara and wish to attend are invited to contact her daughter, Jessica, at 909-273-0969. If you wish, you may send a thought via the on-line guestbook or you may order memorial trees or send flowers in her memory, please use the following link: https://www.emmersonbartlett.com/obituaries/barbara-bozzo


Barbara discovered her passion and talent for photography at the age of 65. Through her camera lens, she found joy in capturing the beauty of the world around her, sharing her unique perspective with family, friends, and her community.


As one of the early pioneers working alongside John Hummel, founder of the Mountain Arts Photographic Society (MAPS), Barbara played an important role in the group's early growth. She dedicated herself as treasurer and brought warmth and smiles to each monthly meeting—including delicious treats, birthday cakes, coffee, and exciting door prizes.


Her warmth, generosity, and community spirit touched many lives here in the mountain community, where she will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.


“Painting is easy when you don’t know how, but very difficult when you do.” 
– Edgar Degas

ARTISTS ON THE MOVE

LISA COOK 
Birds on a limb, freshwater pearls.

GRAEME GALE 
Graeme designed and built this rustic golf shed for a neighbor.

PRIVATE ART CLASSES

RICK ROTANTE OIL PAINTING CLASSES

“RAVEN ART STUDIO” 

WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS

$35.00 per three-hour session. 

10am - 1:00 pm in Running Springs

Call to register 909-233-0425 and address location 

Please Leave msg.

Come to learn, improve or expand your ability.

Bring your own supplies and paint -- No phones in studio

WOOD TURNING CLASS

Instructor: Darrell Harris



One-on-One Instruction by Appointment

Cost: Ask Instructor - All materials included

Class dates: Class by Appointment

RSVP: call Darrell Harris at 909-605-3378

Accepts Cash at the door.

Location: Artist Workshop.

Want to learn to turn a pen on a wood lathe? Sign-up for a 3-hour class and you will have a complete pen. 3 hour class with all materials supplied.

Instructor Artist: Darrell Harris.

MOUNTAIN ARTS PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

Want to Join MAN or Renew Your Membership?

    MAN Memberships are good for one year from the date of joining. CALL (909) 744-8450

or check our website for more info: mountainartsnetwork.org

  ART GALLERY PARTICIPATION

is based on a jurying process. 

For more details, please contact JO ROBINSON 

jomamacita@hotmail.com

818-720-3682

Memberships: $30 Individual, $20 Seniors (55 and up), $20 Student (17 & under), $10 each additional family member

Enjoy the benefits: 10% off all Gallery items, Invitations to special events and receptions, Open Studio opportunities, teaching & volunteer opportunities.

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