“Taft and Beyond” – Charlotte White Art Exhibit October 2–30, 2025

“Taft and Beyond,” a solo exhibition by celebrated Kern County artist Charlotte White. Known for her plein air oil paintings and pastel sketches on local newspapers, White captures the charm of rural landscapes, historic landmarks, and iconic vistas throughout Kern County and beyond. With a background in art education and decades of artistic practice across the U.S. and South America, White began painting in Taft in 2010 and has since created a visual archive of the region’s rich cultural and natural beauty. This exhibit features works painted on location and refined in the studio—offering a rare glimpse into fleeting moments of light, place, and history.

Special Events:

• Meet the Artist – Thurs, Oct. 2, 4–8 PM (during the Taft College BBQ

• Opening Reception – Thurs, Oct. 9, 4–6:30 PM

• Gallery Hours – Mon–Thurs, 9 AM–4 PM Taft College Art Gallery, 29 Cougar Court, Taft, CA (Building T-11)

Come celebrate art, community, and Kern County heritage through the eyes of a lifelong artist. Info: nreed@taftcollege.edu