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Featured Artist: Margaret Dennett
Margaret Dennett taught high school Art and Drama for 20 plus years in the Napa Valley, and created the Art and Drama programs at New Tech High. After she retired from NVUSD in 2017, Margaret found herself sorely missing her daily contact with teens, so she volunteered to work with Court and Community (C+C) students at Nimbus. After a few months of volunteering, Margaret took over ceramic instruction for our C+C program, and she’s become a passionate teacher of both C+C programs and Nimbus studio classes. Margaret says, “This is a dream come true for me as I love ceramics and love working with teens. Sitting and creating with these teens can be both tough and magical; it’s such a pleasure to watch them explore clay. Nimbus is giving them a safe place to test and challenge themselves, connect to working artists, and learn process and patience through wheel throwing and hand-building ceramics.”
Margaret has also been inspired through teaching to delve more into her own art practices, including painting, printmaking and ceramics. Her art is ever-evolving, and her love of nature and place are major personal themes she continues to explore.
“The joy I get from art keeps me wanting to learn more. I have felt welcome at Nimbus from day one when I first volunteered. I hope to continue to keep working with teens and also with the many children and adults who come to Nimbus, eager to create.”
“I believe in the power of art to inspire and connect us. I founded Nimbus Arts to bring art to more people. It is both an honor and a source of ongoing wonder to see all the ways that art makes us think, brings us joy, and makes the world a better place.”
Dana Johnson, Nimbus Arts Co-Founder and Board President
“In any discussion about Napa Valley culture, the first two words that invariably come up are “wine” and “food.” But there’s a third dimension to the region- the arts- that has been steadily expanding in scope and inspiring residents and visitors to enjoy and embrace their creative side. At the forefront of this cultural dimension is Nimbus Arts!”
North Bay Bohemian, May 2017
“Nimbus continues to be an amazing gift to this community and we are forever grateful to the entire team for your creativity, genius, dedication and commitment.”
Trevor & Kelly Foster, Nimbus Arts Leadership Circle and Supporter
“Art is a powerful healer! Immediately after the valley wildfires that devastated our community. Nimbus responded by providing community mosaic events, which they do so incredibly well. We cherish and support these important activities which renew our spirits and strengthen the bonds that build and inspire community.”
Rita and Rudy von Strasser, Community Supporter
“A vibrant community arts program signals vitality and warmth, and Nimbus Arts is the spark that make these happen for us in Saint Helena.”
Alan Galbraith, Mayor of St. Helena and Supporter
“Nimbus Arts has been a critical partner in providing a positive impact of art and art education to Napa County residents for more than a decade. I am thankful for what Nimbus Arts has done for the community and look forward to continue working with them to increase access to art for all of Napa County’s residents and visitors.”
Diane Dillon, Supervisor, District 3, County of Napa
“Everyone at Nimbus is friendly, accommodating and supportive. It is a nurturing environment where I feel comfortable at work with my new creations and benefit being surrounded by such talented people and their positive energy. I am truly a happy camper!”
Dianne Martinez, Nimbus Arts’ first ArtPass holder
“The caliber and quality of Nimbus Arts’ programming is exemplary. Their imaginative approach is consistently fun, educational and innovative. What a gift to our community! Please join me in supporting Nimbus.”
Diane “Dede” Wilsey, Philanthropist