March 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.   

LOOKING FORWARD TO SPRING!
March 20 - First Day of Spring

Iris by Alma Borcuk

FEATURED ARTISTS

ALMA BORCUK

I'm a passionate artist who finds joy in expressing the beauty of nature through the graceful strokes of Chinese brush painting. There's something truly magical about translating the essence of the natural world onto paper! For me, each brushstroke is about more than just depicting a subject's physical appearance; it's about capturing its soul and spirit in just a few strokes.

Not only do I create art, but I also love sharing my passion with others as a teacher. Guiding students through the world of Chinese brush painting is incredibly rewarding. Together, we embark on a journey of discovery and self-expression, deepening our connection with nature along the way.

 

JOHN ARTHUR AND TERRY LYNN WILLIAMS

Husband and wife artists extraordinaire; John Arthur and Terry Lynn Williams.


John Arthur began drawing and painting as a child in his father's studio and has not stopped since. He began his career as a professional artist and illustrator more than twenty-five years ago, and his paintings have graced the covers of books, magazines and periodicals and have been seen by millions. His limited edition prints and portfolios have sold internationally and he has illustrated four children's books. John's prestigious list of clients include: Disney, Warner Bros., Learning Tree and Carlton Greetings, Collins & Brown, and a host of others.

Although John is primarily known for his Romantic Fantasy watercolors, (ROMANTASYtm) he is a figurative artist whose talents are used in a variety of genres and mediums. His latest publications; The Art Of Faery by Paper Tiger Press and The World of Faery (by Harper Collins) features John alongside some of the world's great fantasy artists. This year Pure Inspiration's Fantasy Art Collection is released with John as one of the featured artists. He also instructs Master Art Seminars and has a passion for Blues piano and fly fishing.


Terry Lynn is a romantic who makes romantic jewelry. Her life-long love of craft and her partnership with artist/husband John Arthur have inspired her to create a line of unique one-of-a-kind hand crocheted jewelry. 

Impassioned by a wide array of fantastic colors and John's Romantic Fantasy paintings, Terry weaves a world of beads and stones and baubles fit for peasant, gypsy or Queen. The love for her art is stitched into every piece with an eye for whimsy and the fantastic. 

Her 'School' was at her mother's side, learning a craft and love of color that would serve her and delight others for years to come. Fancy something romantic or fantastic? Let Terry create a custom piece of jewelry especially for you.

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. 


MONTHLY MEETING SCHEDULE

All board meetings and gallery meetings will be held the second Wednesday of every month, 2025, at the Coldwell Banker community room in Blue Jay.


Board meetings will be at 5:00

Gallery meetings will be at 6:00.

ART TALK



“The beautiful, which is perhaps inseparable from art, is not after all tied to the subject, but to the pictorial representation. In this way and in no other does art overcome the ugly without avoiding it.”
– Paul Klee


ARTISTS ON THE MOVE

RICK ROTANTE

Rick has exhibited work in New York City, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Palos Verdes, Montana and New Mexico. You can follow Rick on Facebook, fineartamerica.com, Instagram@Rick Rotante. His Internet website is at rickrotantefineart.com 

As of 2021 he has work " virtually " with Laguna Art Gallery in Mission Viejo. 

Go to: lagunaart.com/search?q=+Rick+Rotante

He has two head painting demonstration videos on YOUTUBE. 

He is the author of the instructional book " THERE ARE NO FLESHTONES.  In addition, for the last 15 years, he posts a blog on living life as an artist called Musings from the Easel on the Internet at rickrotantefineart.com/blog

 

LISA COOK 
Kitty Ballerina with matte cracked glass beads.

GRAEME GALE 
Fat rustic lamps.

JOEL HENSLER

 My entry in the Yucapture Yucaipa Photo Contest, "Sunrise Over Yucaipa" took first place in it's category on Monday and the award was presented on Monday at the Yucaipa City Council meeting.

DELPHINE BEACH-JONES

Recent painting of French Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel, and Chihuahua.

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

THIRD Wednesday of each month Alpine Escrow Corporation, 27236 State Hwy 189, Blue Jay, CA 92317

Meeting starts at 7:00 PM ~ Doors open at 6:30 PM for social time

www.mountainartsphoto.com | Visit Our YOUTUBE

For more information, email mtnartsphoto@gmail.com

Guests are welcome to attend their first meetings at no charge.

"Photography is a means by which

we learn to see the ordinary"

~David Bailey

MEMBERSHIP INFO - JOIN MAN


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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