Laura DeAngelis (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist of Samoan, Tokelauan and Pālagi (European) heritage whose work is rooted in the body and land. She holds an MFA from Mills College and is a recipient of the Nancy Cook Fellowship and Jay DeFeo Prize. Her work has been exhibited internationally and widely across California and the Bay Area. She currently resides on Amah Mutsun territory in Boulder Creek, California where she serves as Executive Director for the San Lorenzo Valley Museum and is a Santa Cruz County Open Studios Artist.

Memorial Tree at Boa Ogoi, No.1 & No.2

were photographed during a visit to Southeastern Idaho to see my family. I've been traveling to this area my entire life as my grandparents lived in Cub River Canyon, just South of Preston, and now my parents and siblings are living in the same region. Only recently, in the last decade, did I learn about the Bear River Massacre which occurred near Preston on January 29, 1863. It was the single largest loss of Native American Life in the history of the country. When I first visited the site in 2017, there was a memorial tree that held offerings of tobacco pouches, artifacts, and ephemera near the historic landmark monument - it was a poignant and eye-opening experience to bear witness to. The massacre site is known as Boa Ogoi to the Shoshone peoples and is sacred. To mark the nation's 250th anniversary, I am presenting these photographs in the Americana exhibition to celebrate Indigenous resistance and survival while raising awareness about the work that the tribe is doing today to restore and heal the land. The Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation purchased over 350 acres of their ancestral homelands back in 2018 and have been fundraising to build a Shoshone Cultural Interpretive Center at Boa Ogoi. Learn about the Wuda Ogwa Restoration and Cultural Center and ways to support their work.

Mike Gendimenico is a photographer, unit still photographer, and press contributor based in Boulder Creek, California. With a deep passion for visual storytelling, his photojournalism, unit work, and portraiture capture the vibrant spirit of live music, cultural events, and community life both locally and on the national stage.

His work spans high-profile celebrity events, trade shows, music festivals, and film festivals—including leading the photography team for the Cinequest Film Festival. Nationally, his images have been featured in major outlets and historical publications such as Esquire Magazine, Elmore Magazine, and Barack Obama – The Official Inaugural Book, as well as projects for iconic brands like Gibson USA, Orange Amplification, and Intel. Regionally, his photography regularly appears in local outlets like the San Lorenzo Valley Post, highlighting performing artists, cultural gatherings, and community features.

Beyond event and editorial coverage, Mike brings extensive experience to independent film sets as a unit photographer and captures striking imagery through global travel photography. Known for his candid eye and ability to capture the authentic energy of live moments and far-off places, Mike remains an active, versatile voice in the media and photography community.

Vivian is a local artist who has had a passion for photography since childhood. Using her original photos, along with colorful buttons and touches of paint, she creates lighthearted and whimsical art. Her work has been featured in regional art shows, and has been availabley noth locally and online. Vivian believes that even though lifecan sometimes feel short, "joy-filled" photos keep the cherished memories aglow to be savored over time. Through her lens, every image captures a split second in our lives, preserved with warmth, playfulness ... and love.

Where History Bloomed

In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, I hoped this trio would capture the feeling of everyday charm. It reaches from the enduring importance of the 1776 capitol building in Williamsburg, Virginia, to an American flag at the Wee Kirk Church in Ben Lomond, to the quiet & simple flowers blooming in a wagon. These photos look at the large and small moments that weave our story together.

Bailey Rios is an oil painter, born in Walnut Creek, California in 2002. He received his BA in studio art from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2024. During his time at Santa Cruz he was awarded the departments most prestigious William Hyde and Susan Benteen Irwin Scholarship, as well as the Eduardo Carrillo Scholarship for excellence in his studio art practice. Bailey has most notably exhibited works at The San Lorenzo Valley Museum, The Museum of Northern California Art, Cruise Control Cambria, The Hole and Jeffrey Deitch Galleries in partnership, and currently has a painting up at The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art.

Born and raised in Finland, Tiina Seppalainen discovered watercolor after retiring from a long career in technology. She paints landscapes inspired by California's Central Coast and her travels, exploring light, color, and a sense of place. Her work invites viewers to slow down, appreciate the beauty of the natural world, and reconnect with places that hold special memories.

Days to Remember

For me, the California coast is a place that brings people together. In Days to Remember, I wanted to capture the warmth, light, and easy rhythm of a summer day at the beach. The colorful umbrellas, rolling surf, and familiar shoreline speak to shared experiences that many of us remember. The seemingly ordinary moments of days spent outdoors with family and friends become lasting memories.