Linda Clark Johnson:
Sunshine & Shadows

May 2 – June 21, 2026
Reception & Artist Talk: May 17, 1-2:30 PM

Linda Clark Johnson is a Sacramento artist who primarily works with cyanotype, an early photographic process that uses UV light to create luminous blue images without a camera or negative. Captivated by sunlight and always gathering plants, she prints in her backyard, capturing botanical impressions and their shadows on watercolor paper or fabric. She then uses natural toners, collage, watercolor, and colored pencil to add layers of depth and detail to her work. Through her cyanotype prints, she celebrates experimentation and the wonder of the natural world, creating art that feels tranquil and atmospheric.

This exhibit is sponsored by Wil & Karen Uecker.

Please be aware that this exhibit is located in our upstairs gallery. Access may be slightly limited due to occasional events and classes that occur in this space. To ensure that your visit and enjoyment of this exhibit is not interrupted, please refer to our Programs page.

Garden Tour Landscapes

May 22 – June 21, 2026
Reception: June 12, 6-9 PM

As an essential part of our Garden Tour event on May 3rd, seven artists created distinct views of the selected gardens in Davis. Artists Raquel Cox, Misuk Goltz, Barbara Smithson, Patrick Cosgrove, Marlene Lee, Leslie Allen, and Kristina Kernytska painted outdoors in different media, from oil and acrylic paint to watercolors.

Visitors could see the artists as they developed their work onsite, as each artist chose a favorite area of their particular garden. From close-up views of a few plants to paintings that captured a wider panorama, each artist created a unique vision of the homeowner’s garden. We are grateful to the artists who dedicated their time to paint during the Garden Tour, and for the ability to display their completed paintings. We’d also like to thank Beth Savidge for the use of her photograph Native Sunflower as our cover image for the Garden Tour event, which we are including for visitors to enjoy in person.