The calming presence of nature inspires the collection. “I believe viewing, observing, spending time in and experiencing landscapes in its natural and curated state can be one of the simplest ways to find rest,” said McKinzie.
“A Visalia native, McKinzie is building his career within the region he depicts, lending his work an insider’s specificity rather than an outsider’s romanticism. He has held solo exhibitions at The Creative Center (2022), CACHE (2023), the Lindsay Art Museum, and Arts Visalia (2025). His practice today is sustained largely through sales and private commissions, a testament to his deep and continuing engagement with the community whose landscape he documents,” said Aaron Collins, San Joaquin Valley-based arts and culture writer.
The event is free and open to the public and features live music by local pianist Richard Garoogian. Hometown Emporium provides appetizers and drinks.
For more information, visit our website at cach-exeter.org/event-details/austin-mckinzie.
About CACHE
The Center for Art, Culture, and History- Exeter (CACHE), formerly known as the Exeter Art Gallery and Museum Association, rebranded in 2023 in order to communicate its new mission of bringing to life the art, culture, and history of California’s heartland. The new museum board hosts quarterly art exhibitions showcasing local and regional artists. CACHE’s historical displays are committed to telling the stories of the people and events that have shaped our Tulare County area from its earliest days. We are proud to present a variety of educational programs and unique community events, and we invite everyone to experience the rich culture of Exeter.