The Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) and MOAH:CEDAR are thrilled to announce the 40th Annual All-Media Juried Art Exhibition. The exhibition will celebrate participating artists with an opening reception on Saturday, June 7. The opening reception will begin at the gallery in MOAH:CEDAR from 4-6 PM. Afterwards celebrate with us at the Award Ceremony at the Lancaster Museum of Art and History from 6-8 PM. At the Award Ceremony over $1,000 will be awarded to participants by the Lancaster Museum and Public Art Foundation and various small businesses, community organizations, public officials, and other sponsors. The exhibition will run from Saturday, June 7 to Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Meet The Jurors
Stephanie Sherwood
Artist and Curator
Stephanie Sherwood is an artist and curator living in Los Angeles. Her artwork has been shown internationally and in the United States, including the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, LA Artcore, The Brand Library and Art Center and DAC Gallery. Sherwood’s work and curatorial projects have been included in several publications including Artillery, Art and Cake, ArtHabens Contemporary Art Review, LA Weekly, MurzeMagazine and Voyage LA.
Steven r. CALZADA
Artist and Educator
Steven R. Calzada, an accomplished artist and educator in the Antelope Valley Union High School District since 2000, is known for his innovative curriculum and commitment to student creativity, earning multiple accolades, including Teacher of the Year. A UCLA Fine Arts graduate, he studied under renowned artists Chris Burden, Charles Ray, and Jorge Pardo. He actively exhibits locally and leads professional development initiatives, fostering collaboration among educators.
Samantha Herrera
Curator of Exhibits, Ontario Museum of History & Art
Samantha Herrera, Curator of Exhibits at the Ontario Museum of History & Art (OMHA) earned her B.A. from the University of California, Riverside. Starting nearly a decade ago as an art preparator, she has been key in developing and installing numerous exhibitions, utilizing her extensive institutional knowledge and curatorial insight. Sam is committed to promoting the Inland Empire’s arts community and fostering connections with artists from outside the region.