A painted wood piece depicting the Sutter Buttes, created by artist Emily Cordi using recycled materials, is currently featured at the Holiday Art Market at The Art Box Gallery in Yuba City. Photo courtesy of Yuba Sutter Arts

YUBA CITY, CA (MPG) - Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture is continuing its longstanding tradition of promoting the region’s talented artists with a special Holiday Art Market at the Sutter Theater Center for the Arts. The event offers a chance to complete last-minute holiday shopping while supporting local creators and the local economy.

The Sutter Theater Center for the Arts is more than just a performance venue; it is also home to The Art Box, an ever-changing gallery space. This month’s exhibit is especially notable, featuring multiple guest artists alongside anchor artists Emily Cordi, Laurie Trent-Busch and Drew Sallee. Cordi creates artwork using recycled and foraged materials, drawing inspiration from the wildlife, nature, agriculture and landscapes surrounding the Sutter Buttes near her family’s winery. Trent-Busch designs jewelry from vintage china and repurposed silverware, transforming neglected pieces into wearable art that conveys themes of family and love. Sallee, a Navy veteran and retired arts educator, serves as the gallery’s resident master ceramics artist.

Decorative hand-painted rocks by artist Jeanette Warner are showcased in this month’s Holiday Art Market, highlighting the range of local creativity featured at The Art Box Gallery in Yuba City. Photo courtesy of Yuba Sutter Arts

Additional featured artists include Beverly Cameron-Fildes, Kathy Childers, McKayla McIssac, Pamela Nowak, Kate Stauss and Jeanette Warner.

Events like the Holiday Art Market play an important role in rural communities such as Yuba-Sutter. By highlighting local talent, the exhibit serves as a meaningful gathering space during a season centered on connection and community pride. It provides artists with crucial visibility and potential income while offering residents access to affordable, original artwork close to home. The exhibit also supports the local economy by drawing visitors to nearby businesses, contributing to the region’s cultural and commercial vitality.

Handcrafted cork Christmas trees by artist Emily Cordi are among the seasonal works on display during the Holiday Art Market at The Art Box Gallery in Yuba City. Photo courtesy of Yuba Sutter Arts

Purchases of original artwork directly support participating artists as well as Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture. The Art Box Gallery is located at the Sutter Theater Center for The Arts at 754 Plumas St. in Yuba City.

For additional information about the exhibition or reception, contact Yuba Sutter Arts & Culture at [email protected].