Stefan Baumann, host of The Grand View on PBS come to El Dorado County for EDAC Event
Baumann will discuss "The Power to Create" which entails some of his views on art, and his experience behind the scenes of his television series.. He will showcase his oil painting techniques, followed by a question and answer session. He is committed tomaking sure that all attendees will leave with valuable and useful insights. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites at El Dorado Town Center Free to El Dorado Arts Council members - non-members will be charged a nominal $10 fee. For more information contact: To reserve your seat today - please contact the El Dorado Arts Council at (530) 295-3496
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