“It brings me great joy to share with you the overwhelming love and support I have received on this creative journey—a mission unfolding these past few years. It means a lot to me, and I’m especially grateful this holiday, that my painting, “The Yellow Line,” is Best In Show for The 58th Mother Lode Art Exhibition, a National arts and cultural event celebrated out West.

To all the friends and family who warmly cheered my participation for this show and for all my hard work, I did not expect the grand reception for this award, received from The Art Lady, D. Oldham Neath, and the Placerville Arts Association out of an outstanding 700 entries.

I’d like to express my gratitude for this highlight and I encourage you to view the exhibition online at https://www.paa.gallery, which will be available until next year’s event in 2025. It has been an honor to participate alongside such exquisite art and with artists and enthusiasts alike. Thank you for the immeasurable support.”

—Nicole Allaoui, 11.24.24