Every summer, the third week of July in the Village, Squaw Valley kicks off an incredible weekend of fine art, wine tasting, and great music. I have participated every year for the last four years, and this was the best show ever produced by Squaw. The music was a fantastic blend of Latin Jazz and fusion by Ivan Nejira trio, some of the best latin jazz musicians I have ever heard. Wine tasting was from some of finest vinyards California has to offer with lots of diversity. This year, there were over 40 artists including myself, showing jewelry, sculpture, photography,, glass and fine art. The venue is about as upscale as it can get and it would difficult to find a more spectacular setting. This year, I chose to show new work consisting of museum prints of the Sierra, called "Sierra High and Wild" and also photographs of Wild Horses, taken in Nevada and California. It was most successful show yet as I sold out of many editions of the Wild Horse series fine art photographs. It was very rewarding to be a part of such wonderful event and to be able to share my work, especially on the plight of wild horses with the public. Over 500 people visited my booth and I am grateful for each and every person that stopped by to talk. Part of the proceeds form the Wild Horse series will go to Return to Freedom WIld Horse Sanctuary in Lompoc, a non profit organization that provides homes for rescued wild horses. The interest and enthusiasm of the public on Wild Horses is much appreciated and plans are in the works for a book on the Wild Horses, due out in 2009. Stay tuned or visit my website at www.lisadearingphotography.com for news updates.
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