Mendocino Figure Drawing Collective
12th Biennial Exhibit

Gala Opening Reception -
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5 pm - 8 pm.

An ongoing Traditional Arts program of the Mendocino Art Center, and one of the oldest figure drawing institutions in California, the Collective has met weekly since 1990 to draw from live nude models. Carefully observed, sensually rendered and stylish original works by a group of artists committed to the practice.

FEATURED ARTISTS

BECKY BOWEN
HUGH DIGNON
SUSAN JOYER
PATRICK KELLER
JEREMY LOGAN
DALE MOYER
DON PAGLIA
ROBERT RHOADES
ROBERT ROSS
JEANNE WILLIAMS
LYNNE ZICKERMAN OLSON

This Second Saturday, Aug. 9th,
Opening gala & reception 5-7pm.

Step into the creative world of Eric Wilder, where Kashaya Pomo traditions meet digital illustration, comic art, and graphic design storytelling. This retrospective highlights the evolution of Wilder’s artistic journey—one that bridges ancestral knowledge with contemporary media. 

Through pen and ink, vibrant digital design, and cultural narrative, his work invites reflection, recognition, and reimagining of Native identity and resilience.

We will also be hosting a special evening of Kashaya Pomo storytelling with Eric Wilder on Friday, August 22nd, celebrating the living stories that inspire his art.

All are welcome, we look forward to seeing you!