Spotlight Artist 2025

Clyde L. Elmore,

Photographer

July 2 – September 2, 2025

Growing up on a farm, Clyde became interested in animals. He raised rabbits, terrapins, sheep, pigs, cows, and raccoons as pets. And thus began his interest in animals and wildlife.

Clyde used photography of plants and agriculture during his career at UC Davis as a professor in the department of Plant Sciences. He included photography in presentations given all over the world. During his 40-year career, he photographed plants extensively, particularly wild and invasive species.

Photography of wildlife became his passion later in life. His love of traveling has taken him to over 40 countries, allowing him to photograph animals on four continents. Featured in this show, is some of his photography taken in South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, China, Cambodia, India, Laos, Mongolia, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, Alaska and Yukon Territory.

 

Recently, Clyde was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and has struggled to remember when and where he took photos. He confided in his granddaughter, Spencer, to help get his photography seen and appreciated. She made a video that went viral and Clyde now has 119,000 Instagram followers, all appreciating his work. He has a new pep in his step. We are grateful to partner with The Artery and present Clyde’s photos. Help us support the Alzheimer’s Association and share Clyde’s work.

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Brown bear checking snow MF.jpeg
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Hippo smoosing MF.jpeg
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Want to participate in the Spotlight Artist program

Join The Artery's Spotlight Artist Program!

For fifty years, The Artery has been a dynamic hub of artistic expression and community collaboration. As a proud cooperative, we have nurtured countless talents and celebrated diverse artistic visions since our founding in 1974.

We're thrilled to announce our new monthly Spotlight Artist program, launching this March 2024! We invite artists to submit their work for consideration, offering a chance to showcase their creations in our gallery and beyond.

Why Participate?

  • Gain exposure
    Featured artists will have their work showcased in our gallery, customer newsletter reaching over 1200 subscribers, website, and social media channels.

  • Connect with the community
    Our gallery attracts art enthusiasts from all walks of life, including the vibrant crowd during downtown Davis ArtAbout.

  • Sell your art
    Participating artists can also opt to have their work available for sale on our website, with no additional costs.

How to Apply

Interested artists can request the submission form here. Once submitted, your work will undergo a screening process for approval. Please note that the medium, style, or theme should align with our commitment to offering a diverse range of artistic expressions.

Get in Touch

For more information or to discuss specific requirements, please leave a message at (530) 758-8330 to be contacted by our Spotlight staff.

Don't Miss Out

Space is limited, so apply early to secure your spot! Your participation will be contingent upon approval and completion of our contract.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to collaborate with us and showcase your art at The Artery. We can't wait to see your creativity shine!