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Marta Alonso Canillar

Visual Arts: Murals, Painting

I was born in Spain but have made my home in California since 1991. As a young girl growing up in Spain in the seventies and eighties I was never encouraged to pursue a career in the arts so my artistic inclinations were put in the background as something I did on occasion, never a priority. I am an emerging artist with no formal academic training in the arts. Nevertheless, art has always been an important focus in my life. Over the years, I have taken occasional classes either in Junior Colleges or private studios in photography and ceramics. In 2014, I took oil painting lessons for the first time, from Cynda Valle in Willits, and soon after I got a commission to do a large painting at Mariposa Market portraying a collage look of rural Mendocino. A year later, the newly built hospital in Willits commissioned me to do another painting of the same scale. This time, it depicted a more representational look of their kitchen garden. Early on, portraiture became a favorite of mine and got a few commissions, some of which are in San Diego and Spain. I have been working very “diligently” over the past 3 years to produce a body of work ready to show at some venue. I started the year 2018 presenting three paintings at the Mendocino Art Center, in Mendocino, for their juried exhibit and took Best-in-Show for one of them. I had an exhibit in Willits at the Brickhouse Coffee for the months of February, March and April of 2018 and am currently showing at Edgewater Gallery in Fort Bragg. This year too, I am going to venture into doing Murals in Fort Bragg for the newly established Mural Project and have already lined up a commission for that. Working with Cynda Valle was a reawakening experience. Not only did she teach me the technicalities of oil painting but has encouraged me to look at my art as part of my self, and extension of my being, allowing me to understand that there are no wrongs in the process of making art, helping me to discard those insecurities and replacing them with confidence, as a woman and an artist.

Lincoln Andrews

Performing Arts: Music; Sound Engineer

Born and raised in the hills of Mendocino County, Lincoln Andrews has devoted his life to studying and producing the art of sound and music. After graduating from a digital sound arts program in the San Fransisco Bay Area, Lincoln and his father built a remote cabin in Dos Rios to use as a home base and artist retreat from the travels to come. Photo by Sharon Garner Shortly thereafter, Lincoln built a career as a freelance sound engineer in the city of San Francisco. Teaching music production courses at the Academy of Art University, working for venues like the SFJAZZ Center and the Boom Boom Room, as well as doing sound in the corporate world for Facebook, Google, and many others. After finding himself working long hours for multiple companies in order to stay afloat in the exorbitant economy of SF, he realized he had put his music in the background of his life. He decided to give it all up, move to New York City and put all his time and energy into playing the bass. This was short lived, as it turned out the life of a NYC musician is a difficult one. Performing a summer tour with his older brother ‘Blue Luke’ in his home county of Mendocino reinvigorated the idea of returning home. The pandemic hit us hard, and artists got the worst of it. An entire two years of paid events were cancelled. Lincoln took his chances on the road and drove to Mexico with a fellow musician. He immediately found himself performing in three different bands and was able to make a living as a musician for the following two years. Lincoln has since settled in the town of Fort Bragg, building a small sound company capable of providing audio production services (recording/mixing/mastering), live sound reinforcement, and a fat low end for all the local bands. With over 10 years of teaching experience and 15 years of performing experience, Lincoln has his hands and ears in all aspects of music in this community. He channels the unique experiences he has acquired from around the world and expresses them directly through his instrument. Do not miss the chance to see and hear Lincoln Andrews perform in your area. Click here to sign up for a monthly newsletter informing you of all music events featuring Lincoln Andrews. Lincoln Andrews’ Live Music May, 2023 Wednesday, May 3rd Cucina Verona Fort Bragg 5:00PM Chad Swimmer Latin/Salsa Night Performing classic salsa standards mixed with some latin jazz. Featuring Alejandro del Valle, Gabe Yanez, and Chad Swimmer. Friday, May 5th Smiling Dogs Tasting Room Kelseyville 6:30PM Cross Currents This venue has been supporting live jazz for years, and is the perfect place to enjoy a bottle of wine and listen to our group. One of my most favorite groups to play in reunite, to play a variety of jazz standards and jam session grooves to keep the mind activated and the body moving. Featuring Carlos Hernandez, Gabriel Yanez and Drew Louden. Saturday May 6th The T-UP Lounge Ukiah 7:00PM Alejandro del Valle Quartet A virtuoso transplant from France, and hailing originally from Cuba. Playing a mixture of jazz and latin, focusing heavily on afro-cuban grooves and up-tempo improvisation. Debut performance with Carlos Hernandez on trumpet! Featuring Alejandro Del Valle, Carlos Hernandez, and Gabriel Yanez. Friday, May 12th Boho Manor Speakeasy Monte Rio 7:00PM Lincoln Andrews Trio Bringing my new Cuban friend down to Sonoma county for some burning latin jazz. This super cool speakeasy is hidden behind a bookshelf in an upscale inn called the Boho Manor. Featuring Alejandro del Valle and Zachary Morris on drums. Saturday, May 13th Heritage House Mendocino 6:00PM Lincoln Andrews Duo Feeling fortunate to have the opportunity to perform in this local yet luxurious pub. Due to the very intimate setting, I will be keeping it simple and playing duo with my friend Alejandro del Valle on piano. Saturday, May 20th Heritage House Mendocino 6:00PM Lincoln Andrews Duo Feeling fortunate to have the opportunity to perform in a local yet luxurious pub. Due to the very intimate setting, I will be keeping it simple and playing duo with my friend Alejandro del Valle on piano. Sunday, May 21st Goldeneye Winery Philo 11:30AM Alejandro del Valle Trio Nothing beats sunshine, wine, and jazz in the beautiful Anderson Valley. Featuring Alejandro del Valle and Gabe Yanez on drums. Friday, May 26th Kokko’s Bar Fort Bragg 9:00PM Lincoln Andrews & the Runabout Drew “Vinson” Louden Starting the evening will be our friend Drew performing all original music. Gabe and myself have been rehearsing his material to produce the talented guitarist/songwriter’s debut album! Afterwards will be an epic jam by the Runabout with Drew joining us. Featuring Kyle Madrigal, Drew Louden, Gabe Yanez, and Mario Vela. Associated Projects: Mendocino Latin Jazz Group: “Cross Currents” https://www.facebook.com/mendocrosscurrents Experimental Live Electronica: “Ketracell” http://ketracell.com Jazz/Rock Fusion: “Blue Luke & The Elements” https://blueluke.bandcamp.com/album/the-elements Emerald Triangle Jazz Trio: “ET Jazz” https://etjazz.bandcamp.com/ Music and Circus Festival for Children on the Turkish/Syrian border: “Flying Carpet Festival” https://www.flyingcarpetfestival.org/

Svetlana Artemoff

Visual Arts: Painting

I was born and raised in San Francisco and took for granted the great art programs in my public school and the ability to access local museums free. As a child, I took classes at the SF De Young Museum and could wander the galleries with sketchbook in hand. Art had to take a back seat while I worked and raised a family. Now that I’ve retired, I am able to take inspiration from the beautiful scenery of Sonoma and Mendocino County and enjoy their supportive artist communities. Although I started painting in oil, and still offer pet portraits in that medium, I also work in watercolor, colored pencil, pen/ink and collage. Most recently, I’ve tried pastels and came to love their texture and softness, especially when used for painting outdoors. Whatever medium I use, I try to capture the emotional essence of what I’m painting.

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