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Mary Ann Breisch
Mary Ann Breisch
Executive Director
Mary Ann Breisch is a seasoned arts educator and nonprofit executive who has provided leadership and instruction for nonprofit education and arts organizations for more than 15 years. She brings with her extensive experience in the development of multidisciplinary arts programming and visual arts education.  Ms. Breisch previously served as Education Director at Chagrin Falls Park Community Center, also Fine Arts Administrator and Associate Head of the Lillian and Betty Ratner School in Pepper Pike, where she successfully oversaw the curriculum, program design, and community partnerships. In addition she brings prior experience as Program Facilitator at the Valley Art Center in the late 90’s.  She began her career as a studio artist and art educator in private schools, residencies and community partnerships throughout northeast Ohio. Breisch received her BFA with teaching certification from Bowling Green State University. Mary Ann lives with her husband, Jack in the Chagrin Valley.

Jeni Yonker
Jeni Yonker
Assistant Director
Jeni Yonker received her B.S. in Textile Science from Michigan State University and continued graduate studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.  She has been both a student and an instructor at the Valley Art Center and has a passion for art and drawing.  As a 15 year resident of Chagrin Falls she really appreciates what a great resource and organization the Valley Art Center is for our community.  Jeni lives in Chagrin Falls with her husband and two boys and is thrilled to be part of the Valley Art Center team. 

Dan Simone
Dan Simone
Gallery and Marketing Manager
Dan Simone is a lifelong artist and resident of the Chagrin Valley. He most recently completed an Associate’s degree in graphic design at Lakeland Community College where he won multiple awards.  He previously was the Curator’s Assistant at the largest gallery space in Lake County, the Gallery at Lakeland Community College. Dan is excited to bring his talents to Valley Art Center, and is eager to get to work!

Becky Frazier
Becky Frazier
Office and Program Assistant
Becky Frazier studied art education and painting at The Ohio State University and earned a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education at Kent State University. She has worked in public and private schools as an art teacher, a preschool teacher and as a university instructor. Becky has painted all of her life and loves working alongside children and adults who are inspired by art. She is excited to bring her gifts and talents to Valley Art Center!

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Lucy Bailey
Registrar, Program Assistant, Gift Shop Manager
Lucy Bailey is a multi-disciplinary artist living in Kirtland and working in Cleveland, Ohio. She received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art in 2019, with a double major in painting and printmaking. While her work is rooted in the logic and history of painting, she employs multiple different processes including photography, digital assemblage, fiber processes, and installation. Along with her position at the Valley Arts Center, Lucy is currently the 2020 Emerging Artist Fellow at Praxis Fiber Workshop in the Waterloo Arts District of Cleveland. 

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Linda Merchant Pearce
Marketing & Communications Associate
Linda Merchant Pearce is an award winning artist specializing in contemporary realism and wildlife art, with a focus on detailed painting techniques in oil and soft pastel. She holds a B.A. in Archaeology from Youngstown State University and a M.S. Degree in Special Education from National University.  She is currently a visual arts instructor at Valley Art Center, Fairmount Center for the Arts, Willoughby Fine Arts Association, and Beck Center. Linda brings her extensive experience in graphic and website design to her new position at VAC.
Valley Art Center enriches and inspires the community through meaningful visual art education, exhibitions, events and partnerships. Valley Art Center is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

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  • Home
  • Classes
    • Adult
    • Child
    • Workshops
    • Summer Camps
    • Online and Virtual Learning
  • Gallery
    • Current
  • Shop
  • Events
    • Artreach >
      • Blossom Time Commemorative Poster Contest
      • Chagrin Falls Park Community Center
      • Chagrin Falls Schools
      • Local Businesses
      • Senior to Senior Art
      • Village Arts Commission
    • Hot Chocolate @ Home
    • Art by the Falls
    • Calendar
  • Support Us
    • 50th Anniversary Fundraiser
    • Give
    • Join
    • Sponsor
  • About
    • Staff
    • Board of Trustees
    • Instructors
    • Contact
  • Give Now