"Regional exhibitions are as important for artists as they are for audiences. They allow us to see our work in new contexts, to hear different voices and gauge new responses. Sometimes they allow us to try things we’ve never done before. It takes a vision, conviction, intelligence and plain hard work to mount the caliber of exhibitions the museum presents, year after year.  I am honored to join the many artists in the SVMoA exhibition roster and grateful to be associated with this extraordinary institution."

“As the art teacher at Hailey Elementary, SVMoA played a vital role in my curriculum. To have such a diverse and vibrant art scene readily available supported my teaching and enriched my student’s love and appreciation for art. The Museum’s frequent visits to our school exposed them to all forms of art, through visiting artists, musical and theatrical performances and workshops. Field trips to the museum became a much anticipated and favorite event. Even simple things like how to look at art in a museum was an important part of their art education. Transformed, countless have gone on to win SVMoA scholarships furthering their love and appreciation for the arts.”