The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association is pleased to share that EACA member Elaine Duncan will be featured in the upcoming group exhibition Strata–AfterImage, on view during July and August at the Muñoz Waxman Gallery at the Center for Contemporary Arts (CCA) in Santa Fe. Lahaina (2023), a 30" x 40" The exhibition opens with a reception on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a diverse collection of contemporary artwork an

At the EACA 2nd Quarter General Meeting, James Johnson delivered an inspiring and thought-provoking presentation on the power of creativity and the habits that help it thrive. Drawing from his experience leading MAKE Santa Fe, James shared five essential ingredients for creativity: Space, Time, Resilience, Confidence, and Humor. Through engaging stories and practical insight, he reminded attendees that creativity is not simply an innate talent—it is a skill developed through

The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association is pleased to invite special guest speaker James Johnson, Executive Director of MAKE Santa Fe to our next General Meeting featuring . James will present an inspiring and thought-provoking talk titled, “To Be Creative Is To Create.” In this engaging presentation, James explores the idea that creativity is not simply a talent we are born with, but a practice we strengthen through action, experimentation, and persistence. Drawing from his e

The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association’s 2026 Spring Art Show was a vibrant success, bringing together artists, neighbors, and visitors for a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and inspiration. Held at the Eldorado Community Center, the show welcomed a steady stream of attendees who came to experience the incredible range of work created by our local artist community. From the moment guests walked through the doors, they were greeted with an impressive variety of art

We had a fantastic turnout this past Wednesday! Thirty-four members joined us at the Vista Grande Public Library for a deep dive into smartphone photography. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a hobbyist, the session provided invaluable insights into documenting artwork. From clever composition hacks to managing tricky lighting, everyone walked away with new tools to make their art shine on screen. We’re already looking ahead to our next gathering, and we hope you’ll jo

The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association has a long-standing tradition of encouraging artists to support the local community through their creative work. As part of this custom, artists participating in the Studio Tour and other EACA sales events are invited to donate 5% of their sales , up to a maximum of $75 , to a shared community fund. Following the most recent Studio Tour and Spring/Winter Art Sale , artist donations totaled $4,371 . Guided by EACA’s mission to reinvest d