Celebrating the power of eco-conscious creativity, the Annual Junque Arte Exhibition invites visitors to look at everyday materials through a whole new lens. Designed to showcase North Coast artistic talent while championing environmental sustainability, this popular juried showcase challenges local artists to transform discarded items into extraordinary works of art.

The exhibition will run from November 7 through December 13, 2026 in the Thonson Gallery. An opening reception will be held November 7th, from 6 to 9 p.m. during First Saturday Night Arts Alive!

Humboldt County Artist Kati Texas has been selected as the 2026 juror. Kati "Texas" Moulton, a sculptor, muralist, and the driving force behind Maker's Apron Creative Reuse, approaches her work with the spirit of a true performer. Drawing heavily on her background in sets, props, and costumes, her creations span murals, sculptures, and trash fashion, though her favorite medium remains the unexpected. As a multifaceted artist, singer, Kinetic Sculpture Racer, and former Rutabaga Queen, Moulton's practical approach to her craft was honed after moving to Humboldt and meeting local muralist Duane Flatmo. Learning the ropes of being an "entrepreneur," she embraces the discipline of treating art as a dedicated profession—showing up, working hard, and delivering for her clients. Today, Moulton channels that relentless energy into Maker's Apron Creative Reuse, where she focuses on finding innovative ways to repurpose old materials and ensuring no crayon nubs ever go to waste.