Board of Directors

Cara Hutchinson President 2009-2010, 2011-2013	“Art is the ultimate form of expression. I’ve seen art all over the world and continue to be amazed and inspired by the various insanely creative forms of  literary, visual or musical arts;  of which all transcend differences in language, culture and customs! It fuels my drive and passion to ensure that our community is able to take advantage of a variety of artistic opportunities vis-à-vis the Arts Council.”
Dan Cattone Vice President 2012-2014	“Art in all forms is a reflection of our culture through the eyes of the artist. Their ability to interpret and convey creative ideas and concepts about who we are and what we do is intriguing. My goal at EDAC is to insure art is an integrated element of El Dorado County living and our educational venues.”
Les Brown Secretary 2012-2014	“A movie that affected me was Mr. Holland’s Opus because it clearly portrayed how lack of funding can devastate a great program. Seems like the first cut in an economic downturn is always the arts. The arts make life worth living! Our community is better with the arts in it.”
Teri Klas Treasurer 2012-2014
Richard Bush 2010-2012, 2013	“The arts provide opportunities for growth and the release of artistic expression in individual artists as well as enjoyment and renewal for members of our community.  The El Dorado Arts Council plays a significant role in nurturing these opportunities, helping to build a sense of community and enriching the human experience.”
Ted Christy 2011-2013	“A life-long exposure to the arts has opened my eyes and broadened my horizons. Living in El Dorado county has provided an opportunity to continue that exploration through fine local theater and music, bold visual arts and thought-provoking films.”
Emily Burton Smith 2005-2008, 2008-2011, 2012-2014	“To me, artistic expression is a portal through which a person can find and then present what he or she is feeling inside. There are infinite possibilities of what humans can create, and so art is where humanity becomes divinity. Who couldn’t use a little divinity in life these days?”
Monika Stephens 2002-2006, 2009-2011, 2012-2014	“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” -Pablo Picasso
Dave Williams 2007-2009, 2010-2012, 2013	“From a very young age I was introduced to the arts by my parents with visits to galleries and museums. My European heritage exposed to me to London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Athens, etc., and my “second” career has enabled to continue to be surrounded by arts of all kinds.”
Staff
Debra Jensen Executive Director	“Every canvas that is painted, every poem written, every song and every dance performed signifies a triumph of human imagination and thereby an optimistic course into the future.”