Projects + Progress + Events

As an artist, Jocelyn Dimaya knows the positive impact of creativity. She hopes her efforts will help lift spirits and give Bakersfield residents a new outlook during uncertain times.

Julie Gonzalez, who works under the name Createasea, used her Cash for the Arts grant to bring two murals to East Bakersfield – “Flower Bubble” and “Echo the Astronaut.” 

Morfin, and his band Izzy and Fins, will complete the project with a live performance of the album, broadcasted on Instagram from the Prairie Fire at The Padre Hotel.

While Creative Crossings is providing a much-needed walking escape in times of quarantine, Nobles says their work has only just begun.

“Indy, Oh Indy” is a love letter to Bakersfield and has big plans as he brings us along on his tour around town!

Offering a downloadable workbook with step by step instructions on modern calligraphy, Britny Boos says this project is taking the place of workshops she’d planned for 2020.

Dani Richert brings a five-page coloring book to families sheltering at home in Bakersfield.

Yvonne Cavanagh has created a DIY video sharing vase decorating tips and tricks as well as pointers for building beautiful floral displays.