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DeColores: A Community Stories Project

DE COLORES: A Community Stories Project is an ongoing art and community project with the city of Arvin, Ca.

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The De Colores Community Story Project began in 2011, when artist team, Michelle Glass and Hataya Tubtim, were invited by the Arts Council of Kern to engage community members through the arts to support the California Endowment’s Building Healthy Communities Initiative. The project encompasses a series of art works created in partnership with community members of Arvin that address the i

ssues of immigration, labor, health and the environment. The inaugural work resulted in a sculptural installation that highlighted the history of the community. This was followed by The 1,000 Wildflowers and the Women of Arvin project which referenced the dwindling wildflower populations and women’s labor. Since 2016 Michelle Glass has been serving as the lead artist working with local seniors to produce, The Nomadic Mural Project: A Tapestry of Woven Cultures and Customs. This work represents the topography of the Arvin landscape, preserves the color palette of native plants, and documents the histories of community members in Arvin. Most recently she and members of the community produced The Arvin Quilt Project where seniors learned the art of quilt making and will designed panels that were exhibited at the Access Gallery in Bakersfield and are currently on display in the new Art Studio for seniors located in the Arvin Community Center. The Senior Art Collective now named, Arte de La Tercera Edad or Art of the Third Age, are currently partnering with the Arts Council of Kern, Dr. Rosanna Esparza, Artist Michelle Glass, The Center on Race, Poverty & the Environment, The Central California Environmental Justice Network, The Central Valley Air Quality Coalition, UCSB Professor Julie Maldonado, UCSC Professor Laurie Palmer are collaborating on the Art & Environment Capacity Building Initiative of the Mural Arts Institute, a program of Mural Arts Philadelphia in California’s Central Valley. The Collective is also working to create quilts for children in local foster care facilities.

11/21/2025

🎄 Holiday Boutique Alert! 🎄

The ADELANTE Art Collective is excited to be part of this year’s Holiday Festival!

Join us for a festive day filled with:

Arts & crafts, delicious food vendors, face painting, unique Christmas gifts & more!

Saturday, November 22
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Faro Church, 500 Campus Drive, Arvin

Bring your family and friends to celebrate the season, shop local, and support community artists. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

🎄¡Alerta de Boutique Navideña! 🎄

¡El Colectivo de Arte ADELANTE está emocionado de ser parte del Festival Navideño de este año!

Únete a nosotros para un día festivo lleno de:

Artes y manualidades, deliciosos puestos de comida, pintura facial, regalos navideños únicos y más!

Sábado, 22 de noviembre
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Iglesia Faro, 500 Campus Drive, Arvin

Trae a tu familia y amigos para celebrar la temporada, comprar local y apoyar a los artistas de la comunidad. ¡Estamos ansiosos por verte allí! ❤️

11/05/2025

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to Jeanetter Schumacher 🌟

The ADELANTE Art Collective extends our deepest gratitude to our Sponsor, artist, and cherished member, Jeanetter Schumacher. Jeanetter has generously dedicated countless hours sharing her artistic gifts—especially her painting techniques—with the mujeres of ADELANTE.

Her commitment, patience, and passion have been a guiding light in our creative journey. Through her teachings, she has nurtured confidence, skill, and joy in our community. Her presence is a true blessing, and the impact of her work ripples far beyond the canvas.

From all of us at ADELANTE: thank you, Jeanetter, for your invaluable time, wisdom, and heart. We are forever grateful for all you’ve taught us and all you continue to inspire.

💜 Con cariño y gratitud, The ADELANTE Art Collective

11/05/2025

🌟 Un agradecimiento de corazón a Jeanetter Schumacher 🌟El Colectivo de Arte ADELANTE expresa nuestra más profunda gratitud a nuestra patrocinadora, artista y querida miembro, Jeanetter Schumacher. Jeanetter ha dedicado generosamente incontables horas compartiendo sus dones artísticos—especialmente sus técnicas de pintura—con las mujeres de ADELANTE.Su compromiso, paciencia y pasión han sido una luz guía en nuestro camino creativo. A través de sus enseñanzas, ha fomentado la confianza, la habilidad y la alegría en nuestra comunidad. Su presencia es una verdadera bendición, y el impacto de su trabajo se extiende mucho más allá del lienzo.De parte de todos nosotros en ADELANTE: gracias, Jeanetter, por tu tiempo, sabiduría y corazón invaluables. Estamos eternamente agradecidos por todo lo que nos has enseñado y por toda la inspiración que continúas brindando.
💜 Con cariño y gratitud, El Colectivo de Arte ADELANTE

10/27/2025

Arte de La Nueva Tercera Edad are always learning and growing. The ladies recently participated in a Plein-air workshop led by the talented artist, David Gordon. His work is truly inspiring.
To see more of ADELANTE’s beautiful artwork, please join us for an Opening Reception at the Bakersfield Art Association gallery, hosted by artist, Jeanette Schumacher, on Friday, 11/7. ; ; ;

10/21/2025

Join us in honoring the vibrant creativity and resilience of elder Latina women in South Kern! ✨🌸

The Adelante Art Collective, founded by Michelle Glass and rooted in nearly 17 years of storytelling, textile traditions, and community care, invites you to:

🎨 Celebrating the Artistic Spirit of Hispanic Women 🗓️ Friday, November 7, 2025 🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Bakersfield Art Association Gallery, 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 🥤 Refreshments served

Featuring guest artist Jeanette Schumacher of the Bakersfield Art Association, this evening will uplift handmade quilts, blankets, and mixed media works that reflect the soul of our community. Come witness the power of intergenerational artistry and mujerista joy!

Celebrando el Espíritu Artístico de las Mujeres Latinas
Acompáñenos en una velada de arte, narrativas textiles y conexión comunitaria mientras honramos la creatividad, la resiliencia y el crecimiento de las mujeres latinas en nuestra región.
Fundado por Michelle Glass, el Colectivo de Arte ADELANTE (Arte de La Nueva Tercera Edad)
ha elevado voces a través de instalaciones colaborativas, medios mixtos y artesanías ancestrales durante más de 17 años. Esta exposición es un homenaje al crecimiento, la resiliencia y la creatividad de las mujeres que han moldeado nuestros talleres con corazón y visión.

Jeanette Schumacher, orgullosa miembro de la Asociación de Arte de Bakersfield, ha ofrecido generosamente su tiempo enseñando arte al grupo. Esta exposición honra el crecimiento, la resiliencia y el empoderamiento creativo de las mujeres; elevando sus voces y el vibrante tapiz cultural que representan.

Detalles de la Exposición
Fecha: Viernes, 7 de noviembre de 2025
Hora: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Lugar: Galería de la Asociación de Arte de Bakersfield
19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Se ofrecerán refrigerios
Vengan a celebrar el poder del arte, la memoria y el espíritu mujerista que nos une.

07/23/2025

A special thank you to all who supported ADELANTE's annual fundraiser, which helped us to create handmade blankets that serve as a token of love and support. Thirty-five blankets were donated to local Kern County children in foster care, reminding them that they are not alone. A second batch of blankets will soon be delivered to children in shelters at the Mexico/California border, inspiring hope and resilience. Sending love to all.💕
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04/17/2025

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04/14/2025

The ADELANTE Art Collective is rallying to raise funds for our HUG (Humanidad Unida (en la) Gracia/Humanity United (in) Grace) program. This initiative creates handmade blankets for local
children in need—including hospital patients, children in foster care, and
unhoused individuals—to provide warmth, comfort, and hope.

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