Fine Arts League of Cupertino, 10185 N Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA (2026)

06/11/2026

🎨 FALC Announcement!

🎨 Meet our Featured Artist for June 2026 — Geetika Bansal! We are delighted to recognize her remarkable creativity and artistic achievements.

✨ About the Artist:
Geetika is a San Francisco- Bay Area, California based artist whose work is inspired by quiet, fleeting moments observed in everyday life. Drawn to subtle details- the shifting sky, softened expressions, or the gentle presence of nature-she translates these impressions into layered acrylic, oils and mixed media paintings. Her practice spans florals, landscapes, animals, and portraits, unified by a calm, intimate visual language. Through bold and vibrant colors, and thoughtful compositions, her work evokes a sense of liveliness and emotional connection. Geetika has been painting since childhood, exploring a wide range of surfaces and mediums before refining her current style. She is an active member of the Fine Art League of Cupertino and a recipient of the Mayor’s Choice Award at the 2025 Fall Festival. Her work has been exhibited at the Cupertino Library, Quinlan Community Center, and Red Rock Coffee, Mountain View. She also teaches art to children and conducts workshops for adults. Three of her artworks — Dancing in the Sun, Charming Bloom, and When the Sea Breathes are currently being exhibited at the Euphrat Museum of Art at De Anza College.
Instagram Account:
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06/11/2026

🎨 Featured Artist – June 2026
Geeta Taneja

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino FALC is delighted to present our Featured Artist for June 2026, Geeta Taneja—an accomplished artist whose creativity, dedication, and expressive vision continue to inspire art lovers across communities.

✨ About the Artist:

Geeta Taneja is a Distinguished Artist of 2020 from the City of Cupertino, Artist of the Year 2024 of Sunnyvale Art Club, and Fremont Art Association. She is recognized by her self-representing, contemporary, and impressionist art style. She was born and educated in India. She graduated with a Master's degree in Art (Sociology) and a Bachelor of Education. During her course of formal education, she trained for five years with a renowned Indian artist, Rameshwar Broota, at Triveni Kala Sangam Institute in Delhi. Geeta has traveled widely. Living in different countries opened her vision and understanding of art. She appreciates the diversity and uniqueness of art in different cultures across European countries, and it is reflected in her paintings. Her first solo exhibition was in June 2011 at Zenica, Bosnia. She has participated in many exhibitions and art colonies in Europe. At present, she regularly participates in exhibitions in the Bay Area, California, and has won well-deserved awards. She uses her artworks for funding charitable causes. Oil, acrylic, and watercolor are the mediums of choice for the artist. Her paintings are vibrant and enriched with a variety of themes. Before becoming a full-time freelance artist, she also worked as a professional school teacher. During that period, she also painted and designed many stage backdrops, magazine covers, murals, and signboards for schools.

🎨 View her artwork:
http://www.artbygeetataneja.com

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06/04/2026

Fine Arts League of Cupertino
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Hello Artists,
Welcome to June 2026, monthly general meeting with Smruti Kurse
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Date & time: Monday, June 8th, 2026. 7:00PM to 9:00PM.
Venue: Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N Stelling Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
Topic: June 2026 general meeting with Smruti Kurse

To attend this event please register using the following registration link:-
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco1ivnXM37lUtB1UzFLWG9Gl7zOxHmrFg-p5DdqaaWomI0vQ/viewform?usp=header
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Originally from Pune, India, Smruti Kurse established her artistic foundation at the prestigious “Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Art” & “Institute of Applied Arts” in Mumbai, India. After relocating to the United States in 1995 and navigating a successful corporate career, she eventually pivoted to focus on her family, working with a non-profit organization (US Hindi Foundation), and community service —a transition that profoundly enriched the perspective she brings to her canvas today Smruti’s work reflects her daily experiences and a deep contemplation of life’s authentic beauty. She masterfully adapts her medium to the soul of her subject: utilizing the meticulous heat of pyrography to etch moments in wood, the dramatic values of graphite and charcoal to explore light and shadow, or the vivid precision of colored pencils to capture life’s vibrancy. In contrast, her oil paintings offer a shift toward a more fluid, impressionistic style. This versatility allows Smruti to choose the perfect "voice" for every concept, resulting in a body of work that is as diverse and layered as the life experiences that inspire it.

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FALC Steering Committee
Janki Chokshi, Sriharsha Annadore, Saikat Choudhury, Divya Eby, Kalpana Adesara, Anandhi Pugazanthi, Vishakha Shah, Smruti Kurse, Ria Sharma

05/20/2026

🎨 FALC Featured Artist – May 2026

✨ Celebrating Denise Howard ✨

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) is proud to feature Denise Howard, a talented artist whose creativity, passion, and unique artistic vision beautifully inspire our community.Her expressive artwork and dedication to the arts reflect both imagination and heart, making her artistic journey truly special.

Denise Howard grew up in rural Missouri surrounded by animals and nature. She started drawing as soon as she could hold a pencil, and her world revolved around her art until she finished college. She earned a B.A. in Art and a B.S. in Math/Computer Science concurrently from Truman State University, and later an M.S. in Computer Science from Ohio State University, focused on computer graphics. She worked for several Silicon Valley companies, was one of the developers of iPhoto at Apple, and earned movie credits on Antz and Shrek at PDI/Dreamworks. Software engineering left little time or energy for creating art for 25+ years.

Finally the urge to return to her art became too strong to ignore, so she began committing the time to pursue it as a second career. She has received local, national and international recognition for her realist colored pencil and graphite work. She is the author of "101 Textures in Colored Pencil"(Quarto Publishing). She has Master Pencil Artist Status (MPAS) with the Pencil Art Society (PAS). She is national Communications Director of the CPSA. She is a 15-year merit signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA), and a gold signature member of the United Kingdom Coloured Pencil Society (UKCPS). She is president of the CPSA.

Join us in celebrating Denise and her outstanding contribution to the world of art. 🎨

05/20/2026

🎨 FALC Featured Artist – May 2026

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) is proud to present our Featured Artist for May 2026 — ✨ Divya Eby ✨

We are honored to showcase Divya’s creativity, artistic vision, and inspiring body of work. Her talent and passion continue to enrich and inspire our artistic community.

Divya Eby is a Bay Area artist and the Director of Colorful Moments Art School in West San Jose, with over 24 years of professional experience. She has trained and mentored students of all ages from around the globe, many of whom have earned awards at regional, state, and international art competitions. An exhibiting member of the Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) since 2008 and its Treasurer for several years, Divya has played a vital role in nurturing the local arts community. Her artwork has been widely showcased, including recurring exhibitions at the Cupertino City Library, Los Altos Book and Café, Quinlan Community Center, and Red Rock Coffee. Her work has been exhibited throughout the Bay Area, earning recognition for her distinctive artistic vision and creative mastery. She was honored with the prestigious “Distinguished Artist” award from the City of Cupertino (2019–2020).

Divya loves painting nature, florals, landscapes, and still life. She enjoys recreating Kerala mural paintings on canvas and is passionate about clay flower-making, blending traditional artistry with contemporary techniques. Deeply committed to community engagement, Divya has volunteered with nonprofit organizations, including Rotary health and wellness initiatives, teaching art in schools, churches, parks, and community centers, and guiding children and adults in canvas painting, pot painting, and clay flower-making workshops. She has served as a judge for numerous art competitions and has been invited to speak at career fairs, sharing her journey as a full-time artist and teacher despite holding a postgraduate degree in chemistry. Her dedication to education, mentorship, and creativity continues to inspire students worldwide, and her artworks are collected globally.

Join us in celebrating her beautiful artistic journey and outstanding contribution to the arts! 🎨

05/20/2026

FALC Artist of the Month – May 2026

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) proudly announces the Artist of the Month award winners for May 2026.

Butterfly Category

🥇 1st Place: Denise Howard
Medium: Colored Pencil
Title: I Looked to the Sky as I Died

🥈 2nd Place: Brian Haney
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Title: Rebecca’s Spring Fire

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Hummingbird Category

🥇 1st Place (Tie): Sriharsha Annadore
Medium: Photography
Title: Silent Witness

🥇1st Place (Tie): Pragya Goel
Medium: Acrylic
Title: Oia

🥈2nd place: Sabareesh
Medium: Acrylic
Title: Faces of Abstraction

✨ Congratulations to all the award-winning artists for their inspiring and beautiful work. Thank you for sharing your creativity and talent with the FALC community.

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05/09/2026

Fine Arts League of Cupertino
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Hello Artists,
Welcome to May 2026, monthly general meeting with Kim Holl
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Date & time: Monday, May 11th, 2026. 7:00PM to 9:00PM.
Venue: Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N Stelling Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
Topic: May 2026 first general meeting with Kim Holl

To attend this event please register using the following registration link:-
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My work revolves around creating unique monoprints using acrylic paint and a Gelli plate, emphasizing spontaneity and the interplay of color, shape, texture, and value. Guided by creativity and imagination, my process embraces imperfection and allows for instinctive responses. Layers, mark-making, and the organic interaction of paint and pressure bring each piece to life, blending control with surrender and intention with chance. The result is emotionally resonant artwork that celebrates movement, freedom, and the beauty of impermanence, inviting viewers to connect with the immediacy of the creative process. http://www.kimholl.com www.PortolaArtGallery.com
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FALC Steering Committee
Janki Chokshi, Saikat Choudhury, Sriharsha Annadore, Divya Eby, Kalpana Adesara, Anandhi Pugazanthi, Vishakha Shah, Smruti Kurse, Ria Sharma See less

04/16/2026

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) is delighted to present our Featured Artists for April 2026 🎨
We warmly celebrate their creativity and are proud to showcase their inspiring and beautiful artwork.

✨ Featured Artist: Behnaz Lashgari

We are delighted to spotlight the talented and versatile artist, Behnaz Lashgari. Born and raised in Tehran, Iran, Behnaz developed a deep passion for art from a young age. Alongside high school, she pursued formal training in sketching, painting, graphic design, and literature, and later earned her bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from an art university.

Her artistic journey spans a wide range of mediums, including textile art, porcelain painting, pottery, and mixed media. After moving to the United States, she furthered her studies in fine art and established her own venture, BehnazArt Studio, where she teaches art to both children and adults.

An active member of local art communities, Behnaz has participated in numerous Bay Area exhibitions. With over 15 years of experience, she is not only a dedicated artist but also a passionate educator who has guided many students and organized exhibitions to showcase their work.

We are thrilled to feature her inspiring artistic journey with our community!

04/16/2026

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) is proud to present our Featured Artists for April 2026 🎨
We are excited to celebrate their creativity and showcase their inspiring work.

✨ Featured Artist: Brian Haney

We are delighted to spotlight California-based artist Brian Haney. Since beginning his exhibition journey in 2005, Brian has been actively involved with local art organizations including FALC, the Los Gatos Art League, and the Pacific Art League.

He has received several honors at FALC, including multiple Artist of the Month awards, along with two Honorable Mentions and a Best of Show in Bay Area exhibitions.

After a medical hiatus in 2015, Brian returned to painting in 2023 and now focuses on oil paintings, bringing renewed passion and depth to his work.

We are thrilled to share his artistic journey with our community!

04/15/2026

Happy World Art Day 🎨
FALC Artist of the Month – April 2026

The Fine Arts League of Cupertino (FALC) is delighted to announce the Artist of the Month award winners for April 2026.

🌸 Hummingbird Category
🥇 1st Place: Saikat Choudhury
Medium: Charcoal
Title: Dominos Connect

🥈 2nd Place: Geetika B
Medium: Acrylic
Title: Beautiful Bride

🦋 Butterfly Category
🥇 1st Place: Rimi Ghosh
Medium: Oil
Title: The Refuge

🥈 2nd Place: Archana Jain
Medium: Charcoal
Title: My Daughter

✨ Congratulations to all the award-winning artists for their inspiring and beautiful work. Thank you for sharing your creativity and talent with the FALC community.

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