Tvaa Galleryngifts

06/02/2026

Rich Gallego will be the featured guest artist for the month of June. Tehachapi Valley Arts Association if proud to display Rich’s art. His work will be on exhibit from June 4, 2026 through July 2, 2026. Rich will be giving a demonstration during the opening event. Please join us for First Friday, June 5, 2026, at Gallery and Gifts, 100 W Tehachapi Blvd, Tehachapi, California from 4 – 6 pm. Refreshments will be served.
Rich Gallego has been painting the landscape since 1996. His longtime love of nature's wild places have taken him far afield from Arizona's Canyon de Chelly to the beaches of Hawaii. From the rivers, gorges, and adobes of northern New Mexico to the glaciers of Alaska and so many places in between, all in search of the scenes he loves to paint. Referring to his obsession with painting as "my magnificent affliction", he is constantly searching for new ways to reveal the natural world to others through paint.
Rich teaches weekly plein air workshops in southern California, has taught bi-annual plein air painting workshops for Cloudcroft Art Workshops in Cloudcroft, New Mexico, and for eight years, taught weeklong workshops for the Taos Art School in New Mexico. As a member of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association he was juried into their Best of Plein Air show in 2015 and 2016. He has been featured in several articles by Plein Air Magazine's website, "Outdoor Painter" and appeared as a featured artist in "American Art Collector" magazine. Rich has been represented by several galleries in Laguna Beach, CA, Monrovia, CA, and Cheyenne, WY., San Marino, CA, and Claremont, CA. He has been a faculty member for the annual Plein Air Convention and Expo in Santa Fe, NM twice, for PACE23 in Denver, and Reno/Lake Tahoe in 2025. In late 2024 Paint Tube TV released Rich's first instructional video, "Autumn Gold - Paint Landscapes with Impact!". Rich is also a Master Artist Mentor for Mastrius.com.

06/02/2026

From sweeping horizons to quiet details, Stephen Lee Photography showcases the beauty of the landscape with clarity and intention. His work highlights the drama of light, the rhythm of terrain, and the artistry of perfect timing.

06/01/2026

We’re excited to feature the beautiful pottery of Rachel Axdahl, the artist behind North Window Designs. Her handcrafted mugs, bowls, and vessels bring a touch of Tehachapi charm to any home.
Support local makers and check out Rachel’s latest creations at Gallery ’N’ Gifts — each piece is one‑of‑a‑kind and made with love.

05/31/2026

A huge thank you to our Chalk on the Walk sponsor WM.
Your generosity puts real art supplies into local area classrooms and fuels the creativity of students all across Tehachapi.
You’re helping build the next generation of artists, dreamers, and makers.
We appreciate your sponsorship and support of all our events, you've been a big part of their continued success over the years!

05/31/2026

Our Make Art Tehachapi program is busy beautifying Tehachapi! Thank you Jeanette Pauer for spearheading these wonderful projects your dedication to the arts in our community is greatly appreciated! Many thanks to all of the talented artists who have made these projects come to life! We're grateful to The Loop Newspaper for capturing these moments 🥰

Local volunteer artists recently came together to paint a utility box mural celebrating the long history of parades in Tehachapi. The mural honors a tradition that began in 1890 and continues today through the community's beloved Fourth of July Parade, Mountain Festival Parade, and Christmas Parade of Lights. Read more in The Loop! Link in comments.

05/31/2026

Step into the imaginative world of Patty Yuele, where felt, wool, denim, and vintage fabrics are transformed into whimsical fiber‑art treasures.
Every piece is stitched with personality, charm, and a touch of nostalgia — the kind of art that makes you smile the moment you see it.

05/31/2026

Thank you Tehachapi Arts Commission for a wonderful Artist Studio Tour and for starting the whole event at Gallery'N'Gifts! It was a fun opportunity for our artists to demonstrate their methods and encourage new artists!

05/31/2026

The annual TVAA August Photo Contest is almost here.
We’re accepting entries July 17–27, and the Best of Show earns $200.
Join us for the Awards Reception on August 1 from 1–4pm to celebrate local photographers and stunning work.
Rules and submission forms available at www.galleryngifts.com on the upcoming events page.

05/30/2026

Fall in love with Patti Brandt’s “Wire Doodles” — playful wire shapes paired with gorgeous beads that capture the sun.
They sparkle, shimmer, and dance in the light, bringing a little everyday magic to any window or garden space.

05/29/2026

Experience the bold, expressive world of Marti Howell.
Her artwork bursts with striking colors, and her pottery pieces are alive with rich, tactile textures that invite you to look closer.
Every creation feels like a moment of energy captured in clay and paint — unforgettable and uniquely Marti.