Members Classes & Events 2026
Programs and events offered by our FAA members or partner organizations.
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
“Discover Folsom Lake State Recreation Area” Poster Contest
Exhibition Date: November 10 – January 14
Juried entrees will be exhibited at The Gallery at 48 Natoma in Folsom
For questions, please contact us at postercontest@folfan.org
Exhibition Chairperson Wanted
Do you love art and artists? Placerville Arts Association is looking for someone to fill the Chairperson position for the National Mother Lode Art Exhibition beginning in 2027. You would have the help and support of the former Chairperson, Co-Chair, and a team of volunteers. Plus, we have an instruction binder, reserved the gallery for the future and have all of the connections. It’s basically all in place, we just need someone to manage the process.
If you are interested or have questions, please contact
Su Wickersham at editor@placervillearts.com
***NEW – Exploring the Future of The Gallery at 48 Natoma
The Folsom Arts Association is working with the City of Folsom Parks and Recreation Department to explore possible operational efficiencies to support the continued operation of The Gallery at 48 Natoma. With the Gallery Manager position currently unfunded, we are exploring a volunteer-supported model that will help maintain gallery exhibitions and events for the community.
We are seeking FAA members who are interested in contributing their time, skills, and experience in several areas of gallery operations. Learn more …
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Plein Air Paint Out Opportunity
Sunday October 11th
Wakamatsu Farm
941 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA
From FAA Member Kathy Frevert Levenson: The American River Conservancy has an upcoming event, Sunday October 11, that offers an opportunity to paint outdoors at historic Wakamatsu Farm in El Dorado County! The event is explained in the flyer and focuses on Art and Native Plants.
I am serving as a liaison among plein air artists painting on location that day. There will be a variety of arts and native plants-related activities and sales. Plein air artists are invited to come 8:30 to 9:30 to set up and paint. After painting, artists are welcome to participate in the activities. The event runs from 10 am to 2 pm so by arriving early, we can set up before the main event starts. I have seen the list of activities and there are very cool things to do, especially if you like art and native plants!
Please let me know if you would like to sign up to paint at Wakamatsu Farm on October 11. Parking is free (donations always welcome). It will be a fun day! I am including some photos from the site to help you see the type of landscapes and painting scenes.
Let me know if you have questions. I look forward to hearing from you!
Kathy Frevert Levenson
kflevenson@gmail.com
KathyLevensonArt.com
El Dorado Hills Arts Association
General Membership Meetings
3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm
El Dorado Hills Library @ 7455 Silva Valley Pkwy, El Dorado Hills, CA
2026 Demonstration Schedule
Guests Welcome!
FAA Membership 2026
Annual Dues – Learn More
Individual Membership – $30
Family Membership (for family members in the same household) – $45
Ceramics Enrichment Program Membership – $15
Members who joined or renewed in October, November, or December of 2025 will have their memberships extended through the end of 2026.
2026 promises to be just as full of many of the same types of wonderful programs and activities we hosted in 2025. You do not want to miss out! Memberships are due annually each January. Memberships not renewed by the end of February will lapse.
You must be a member to participate in certain programs or receive discounts before you register for them. If you are unsure of your status, check the Members Directory. Your support is what makes it possible for the FAA to provide all of these programs!
A Call to Artists has been posted for the 20th Anniversary of “Banners on Parade,” a major fundraiser for Images of Hope El Dorado – a local nonprofit that provides Healing Arts support for those on the Western slope of El Dorado County affected by cancer and other traumas. Applications are due by February 28, 2026. This year’s theme is “A Walk in the Woods,” and the selected 30” x 60” Banners will be displayed from mid-June through late October along Main Street in Placerville. In addition to a variety of awards totaling $725, the Banners are auctioned off at the end of the show to raise funds for Images of Hope. For more information, see:
Images of Hope El Dorado: mailchi.mp/cda30a932ae1/january-2026-ioh-newsletter-10146015
Banners on Parade: imagesofhopeeldorado.com/banners-on-parade







