Founded in 2000, Esther and Ali are the co-owners of Clay Studio + Gallery, Inc. in Thousand Oaks. They are instructors and active artists. Esther's paintings and ceramics are sold in their studio gallery and on commission while Ali's current artistic expression is in activism through art. Both have taught students of all ages and abilities throughout their 30-year careers, including after-school programs in the Conejo Valley School District. Esther's formal education includes instruction on w

Founded in 1969, the Westlake Village Art Guild is a 501(c)4 non-profit organization that strives to further interest and knowledge, self-development, inspiration, stimulation and the exchange of ideas in the field of visual arts. Membership is open to all adults. The Westlake Village Art Guild is also a co-sponsor with the ACCV in orchestrating the Richard & Elaine Williams Legacy Scholarship Fund.

Founded in 2019, the Phoenix Family Performing Art Collaborative is a nonprofit organization in Ventura county that provides a platform for local mothers and daughters who are fascinated by Chinese classical dance and dream of becoming graceful dancers. We are led by Art Director Phoebe Li, a well-known Chinese classical dancer/teacher who has served our community for many years.