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Meet The Artists

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Woodworking

Woodcraft by Arnold

First time appearance for Alan Arnold at this year's Art, Wine & Wheels Festival! Check out Woodcraft by Arnold on Facebook. He does wood cutting & charcuterie boards, band saw boxes & figurines. We are so excited he is joining us this year!

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Woodworking

Central Sierra Woodcarvers

Central Sierra Wood Carvers are back again this year!

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Paintings

John Cox

Meet local painter John Cox, who paints from life in the plein‑air tradition. Working in oil, he captures the local scenes and natural beauty that make Mariposa County so special. His work is rooted in the history of our places and people, and he aims to bring our community together through the power of art.

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    Sewing

    Pearl's Pets

    Pearls Pets creates adorable stuffed pets that you are sure to love. From cuddly companions to playful favorites, these handmade creations are full of charm and make the perfect gift or keepsake.

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      Tie Dye

      Two Trees Tie Dye

      Two Trees Tie Dye creates high-end, non-traditional tie-dye pieces using a variety of techniques, including ice dye, hot water irrigation dye, and gravity dye. They specialize in unique geode-inspired designs while also offering a variety of other beautiful patterns.

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      Sewing

      Denise's Creative Crafts

      Brighten up your home and kitchen with Denise’s unique handmade creations, all crafted with care and creativity. From aprons and tortilla warmers to bowl cozies, beverage holders, bags, and kitchen towels, Denise offers beautiful items that are both practical and charming.

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        Beading

        The Beaded Artists

        Celebrating 10 years at the Art, Wine & Wheels Festival! The Beaded Artists have spent a decade showcasing their beautiful, handmade work and connecting with fellow art lovers.

        The Beaded Artists specialize in beaded necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings. All of their pieces are made with quality beads, stones and crystals. Together, they have a combined beading experience that spans decades!

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          Weaving

          Jan DeShera Weaving

          Jan creates beautiful, handmade woven scarves, shawls and a variety of woven creations, each piece crafted with care and artistry.

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            Baked Goods

            Beck's Bakehouse

            We’re excited to have Beck’s Bakehouse joining us with their indulgent lineup of treats—think stuffed jumbo cookies, cookie pies, cake cups, and brownies.

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              Paintings

              Foden Press

              Martin transforms photographs into stunning artistic paintings, creating unique pieces that capture special moments in a whole new way.

              Be sure to stop by his booth to see his work up close and learn more about his creative process.

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                Painting

                Chantra_Dara Mandala

                We’re excited to welcome Chantra_Dara Mandala, featuring beautifully hand-painted mandala designs on a variety of items including earrings, candle holders, necklaces, keychains, and incense holders.

                Each piece is detailed, vibrant, and one-of-a-kind—perfect for adding a little art and intention to your everyday life.

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                  Pottery

                  Bootjack Clay Shack

                  We’re excited to welcome Bootjack Clay Shack, featuring two talented artists who create both functional and sculptural handmade pottery. From everyday pieces to unique works of art, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

                  Be sure to stop by their booth for live pottery wheel demonstrations and watch their craft come to life right before your eyes!

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                    Fine Art & Basketry

                    Jensen Studios

                    We’re thrilled to have Jensen Studios at this year’s Art, Wine & Wheels Festival, bringing a beautiful collection of fine art paintings and handcrafted pine needle basketry.

                    Her work includes acrylic paintings on canvas and barn wood, medicine/possibility bags, pine needle baskets and basket-making kits for those inspired to create their own.

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                      Photography

                      Tyler Tomasello Photography

                      Using a fascinating photographic process invented in the mid-19th century, Tyler creates stunning silver images on thin metal plates. Traveling across the country creating portraits and capturing the world around him, his work blends history, artistry, and storytelling into every piece.

                      Inspired by the people he meets and the beauty he sees along the way, Tyler is passionate about sharing this rare and timeless technique with others.

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                        Painting

                        Sam Frankel

                        Working in both acrylics and oils, Sam has been painting since the age of 10 and brings over 50 years of artistic experience to his work. Inspired by legendary styles like Van Gogh, Da Vinci, and Dali, his pieces showcase creativity, imagination, and timeless artistic influence.

                        In addition to painting, Sam is also a talented muralist and caricaturist, making his booth a must-see during the festival!

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                          Abstract Art

                          Caleb Noble

                          Caleb Noble is a local artist who loves capturing the beauty of the Sierra landscape along with expressive abstract art. Working primarily with acrylic and oil paints on canvas and masonite board, his artwork brings together natural beauty and creative vision in a unique and eye-catching way.

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                            Books

                            PaperPie

                            PaperPie offers an amazing selection of children’s books, activities, and educational resources for all ages — from babies to adults! Their booth will feature engaging STEM kits, sticker books, puzzles, activity sets, and so much more designed to inspire learning, creativity, and fun.

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                              Leather Goods

                              Unforgiven Leather

                              Offering a unique assortment of handmade leather goods including purses, holsters, key fobs, hat bands, and more — along with beautifully crafted fleece gloves — there’s something for everyone to discover.

                              In addition, you’ll find 8x10 prints, pinback buttons, and magnets created from original digital artwork, making for fun and one-of-a-kind gifts and collectibles.

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                                Stone Art

                                Natural Stone Art

                                Using natural stone to design and create beautiful handcrafted pieces, this artist specializes in pendants, bolos, carved items, and mountain-inspired creations. Their work features a clean, natural style with minimal hardware, allowing the beauty of the stone itself to truly shine.

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                                  Watercolor

                                  Chloe Bragg

                                  Chloe will be showcasing her beautiful watercolor artwork, filled with creativity, color, and delicate detail. Her pieces capture the unique charm and expressive style that make watercolor art so timeless and captivating.

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                                    Painting

                                    Hannelore Fischer - ArtSoulJourneys

                                    Inspired by the beauty of the Sierra Nevada, this artist creates stunning semi-abstract landscapes, flora, fauna, and portraits of the people who make the region so special. Using a technique inspired by pointillism, each painting is built through layers of dots, circles, and expressive brush marks woven together into vibrant symphonies of color and shape.

                                    Their creative process is intuitive, visionary, and deeply explorative — and the artistry doesn’t stop with painting. They also work with clay, exploring the ancient firing method of pit fire while using local clays to create truly one-of-a-kind vessels.

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                                      Woodworking

                                      JJ's Woodworks

                                      Cutting and charcuterie boards, wooden flags, small and large tables, planter boxes and benches are just some of the treasures you'll find at "JJ's Woodworks," Booth #24. You'll meet Jerry Johnson and his wife Suzanne in the corner right next to the custom-made live edge bar top Jerry made for the wine booth alongside.

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                                        Community Art

                                        Mariposa Sierra Artist Community Art Booth

                                        If your children are choosing books at the Mariposa Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday, bring them over to the Mariposa Sierra Artist Gallery Community Art Booth. All morning and afternoon Elizabeth Saltos will provide painting instruction/experiences for children ages 7-17

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                                          Photography

                                          Rebecca Harvey

                                          Residing in the mountains outside Yosemite National Park, Rebecca Harvey has been enhancing her photography of the Eastern Sierra Mountains, Mono Lake and Bodie State Park along with the various streams and lakes. She's been photographing people, places and things within the US, Canada and Mexico and around the world.

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                                            Portraits

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                                            Emma Constable is a multi-media artist with a specialization in portraiture. She is currently in California State Stanislaus' BFA Art program, pursuing a mixed emphasis. For her personal work, Emma loves to use digital, gouache and oil media, with subject from fantasy to contemporary. Emma will be joined by Jess Lynnae Art, offering pet portraits and artist trading cards, ATCs.

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                                              Crochet

                                              Twisted Sisters

                                              Twisted Sisters is the baby of Anne Smith, who crochets animals, coasters, hand purses and hot plate trivets. Take a look at these unique creations, which will be over on the Courthouse Lawn by the Mariposa Friends of the Library Book Sale.

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                                                Paintings

                                                Jan Neal

                                                Jan Neal is a local artist and member of the Yosemite Sierra Artists. She currently works in both watercolors and acrylics. She placed 1st in the 2024 Mariposa County Fair and has participated in the Rotary Club of Mariposa Yosemite Art, Wine & Wheels in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. Her work includes plein air paintings, landscapes, portraits and whimsical animal paintings.

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                                                   P.O. Box 334
                                                  Mariposa, CA  95338

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