ART EXPRESSIONS MISSION
The San Joaquin Valley is abundant in creative and artistic individuals expressing themselves through various forms of art. These artists are experts in their field and masters of their craft, making them an asset and treasure to our community. They have inspired what is now Art Expressions of San Joaquin. Each artist is as unique and diverse as the individuals that comprise the San Joaquin Valley and its communities. Our mission and primary objective is to promote and showcase the works of these dedicated and talented artists with the rest of the San Joaquin Valley. Artwork will be displayed in the County Administration Building and will also serve as the venue to hold community events. The purpose of this co-operative will reflect the rich cultural fabric of our community.
Art Expressions of San Joaquin was born from the Tidewater Gallery in downtown Stockton. Executive Director, Arturo Vera's idea was to continue supporting local artists even though we no longer had a store front downtown. Arturo's strong fight with Parkinson's Disease makes this a bigger challenge as we move from location to location. We thank the County, the Hilton, and the Airport for supplying us with 3 permanent places to hang art, but we are still in search of a place to call our own, to "sell" art.
We appreciate any support you might be able to provide, such as donations,
sponsoring an event, buying art, board members, or attending events.
Artist's are welcome to submit their artwork via email to verastudio@att.net
for review. A yearly membership fee is required and sales are subject to a commission depending on locations.
Governance
Board of Directors
Roberto Aguilar
Gerardo Espinosa
Thelma Ivy
Manuel Lopez
Lisa Rie
Arturo Sanchez
Ana Vera - Board President
Marie Williams
Chairs
Ana Vera – Student Art Shows
Volunteers
Mariela Bianchi
Nancy Buckenham
Sally King Edmonds
Charles Hughes
Jesse Hendricks
Joanne Paine
Russel Relf
Ava Simpson
Sebastian Vera
Art Expressions is always looking for Volunteers!
LOCATIONS
San Joaquin County Administration Building
44 N. San Joaquin Street
Stockton, California 95202
Monday through Friday - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Closed Weekends
Mezzo Restaurant
3499 Brookside Road, Stockton
Art on Display - Restaurant Hours Only
San Joaquin Rapid Transit District Building
Art on Display - Business Hours Only
Chase Building
Art on Display - Business Hours Only
San Joaquin Office of Education
Art on Display - Business Hours Only
Administration
Arturo Vera – Executive Director
Sally Edmonds – Secretary
Alex Bianchi – Treasurer
Riley Walters – Accountant
CAB Liaison
Michelle Relf
Honorary Supporters
Nishka Yudnich
Andrew San
Tracy Miller