George Maginnis
Board Member since February 7, 2023

A photography class in junior high was the catalyst that launched George's career in photography. He wore many hats over the years, including photo assistant, photographer, set builder, studio manager, and animal wrangler, to name a few. 

He later took a sales position that allowed George to share his real-world knowledge and experience with others and to communicate clearly with people at all skill levels. 

As a technical editor for Wiley & Sons publishing, George helped authors explain various photographic concepts and became an advocate for the reader of the many books he edited.

 

George worked as a color management and photographic workflow consultant and has extensive experience with large-format fine art inkjet printing.

As a recent transplant to La Grande, George joined the ACE Board of Directors to support the arts and get to know his new community.

Judson Keys 

Board Member since February 19, 2024

 

Judson is a Wealth Management Banker at US Bank. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (with an emphasis on video productions) from the University of Oregon School of Journalism.

 

Judson says the arts have been in his life for as long as he can remember. Starting with a statewide writing competition in sixth grade, progressing into working in film and television, and later creating programs with local community organizations — he did all this to share with others the medium that he loves.

 

He is excited to serve on the ACE board because art is so important to communities, and he wants to give his time and energy to support ACE’s mission.

 

Many thanks to the dedicated community members who have served on the ACE board of directors. Since 1977, board members have helped make ACE an amazing arts organization!

 
May Beltran
Martin Birnbaum
Casey Brown
Carrie Caselton Lowe
Jeremy Clark
April Curtis
Amelia Díaz Ettinger
Rebecca Hartman
Rikki Jo Hickey
Stefanie Holloway
Laura Hudson
Jamie Jacobson
Nancy Knowles
Nate Prouty
Kip Roberson
Linda Schreiner
Connie Sherrard
Aaron Thornburg
Jennie Tucker
Renee Wells
Jeanne Williamson

Hannah Brandsma

Board Member since October 20, 2024

 

Hannah works as an office specialist at Community Connection of Northeast Oregon/Union County Senior Center in La Grande.

 

She enjoys exploring various forms of art, including photography, beading, loom knitting, painting, and crafting.

 

Hannah joined the Art Center East Board of Directors to engage with her community and help make the arts accessible to all.

Candis Smith 

Board member since October 20, 2024

 

Candis serves as Community Engagement Coordinator in the Public Relations Department at Grande Ronde Hospital and Clinics in La Grande.

 

She has been a commissioned painter since 2010 and has been an occasional volunteer art teacher. She has also been a content creator for a number of nonprofit organizations in the Grande Ronde Valley.

 

Candis joined the Art Center East Board of Directors because she values and admires the organization’s commitment to inspiring local kids, strengthening local artists, and enriching the community.

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