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

The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association closed out the year on a high note with a powerful and uplifting 4th Quarter General Meeting. The evening featured a deeply inspiring presentation by Lili Pierrepont , Executive Director of ArtBridge , whose work focuses on strengthening creative connections throughout Santa Fe. Lili shared the story of her journey to Santa Fe and the vision that led to the founding of ArtBridge. Her talk centered on one essential idea: that curiosity an

This year’s EACA Winter Show was a joyful success, bringing together artists, neighbors, and art lovers for a festive weekend at the Eldorado Community Center. Over two vibrant days— November 22–23, 2025 —the halls were filled with creativity, community spirit, and an impressive range of local talent. Visitors were welcomed by an inviting mix of painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, sculpture, woodwork , and more. Many guests commented on the high quality and