Thank you for the article....but missed mention of Dana Johnson as co fgounder of Nimbus Arts.
The creation of Nimbus Arts was inspired by the experiences of the co-founder, Dana Johnson, and her family. As Dana’s young daughter was being treated at UCSF Childrens’ Hospital, the hospital offered art activities to the patients and their families. They experienced firsthand the joy, strength and sense of community that can be gained through artistic expression, and wanted to offer that to a wider audience.
Dana joined forces with fellow Napa Valley residents Jamie Graff and Janet Pagano, Executive Director of The Cantus Fund. Together they developed a plan for a community-serving art center that would make art accessible and available to children, adults, and seniors from all constituencies across the Napa Valley. Jamie agreed to become Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, and Nimbus Arts was launched in 2005.
Dana and Jamie have been joined by hundreds of artists, patrons and supporters over the past decade to transform Nimbus Arts into a vibrant and important community asset that has educated, delighted and inspired thousands of Napa Valley residents and visitors.
Nikki & Will embody the sense of art on a high level, matched by their genuine zest for life and their sweet kindness. Success seems not their goal, creating and being true to their spirit is their mantra .. and I so love their precious children.
Thank you for the article....but missed mention of Dana Johnson as co fgounder of Nimbus Arts.
The creation of Nimbus Arts was inspired by the experiences of the co-founder, Dana Johnson, and her family. As Dana’s young daughter was being treated at UCSF Childrens’ Hospital, the hospital offered art activities to the patients and their families. They experienced firsthand the joy, strength and sense of community that can be gained through artistic expression, and wanted to offer that to a wider audience.
Dana joined forces with fellow Napa Valley residents Jamie Graff and Janet Pagano, Executive Director of The Cantus Fund. Together they developed a plan for a community-serving art center that would make art accessible and available to children, adults, and seniors from all constituencies across the Napa Valley. Jamie agreed to become Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, and Nimbus Arts was launched in 2005.
Dana and Jamie have been joined by hundreds of artists, patrons and supporters over the past decade to transform Nimbus Arts into a vibrant and important community asset that has educated, delighted and inspired thousands of Napa Valley residents and visitors.
Thank you for adding this important information. Much appreciated.
Nikki & Will embody the sense of art on a high level, matched by their genuine zest for life and their sweet kindness. Success seems not their goal, creating and being true to their spirit is their mantra .. and I so love their precious children.
Thanks for the great feature on Will & Nikki! Love them and all they have contributed to enrich our community.
Can we have some more coverage of working artists in the Valley?