About - Images of Hope

Healing through art and movement therapy

The main purpose of Images of Hope El Dorado is to provide Healing Arts to support all people on the Western Slope of El Dorado County affected by Cancer or other Traumas.

We are committed to providing the connection between art and movement therapy and supportive services that aid in the healing process for those whose lives have been impacted by cancer or other traumas.

Images of Hope El Dorado is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN 20-2230822) and our fiscal agent is the El Dorado Community Foundation

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What We Do

Art Therapy

Using art to promote healing; this includes painting classes and other art classes

Knitting

Learn to knit, crochet, create yarn baskets, and needle felting projects.

Synergy Pilates

Low impact exercises to help develop strength, flexibility, and balance.

Mindful Movement

Stress-reduction class with tools to transform life’s challenges with wisdom, self-compassion, and loving kindness.

Tranquil Journeys

Self-help stress-reduction methods, acupressure, or energy healing inspirational meditations like guided imagery, poetry and mantras that will be used along with sounds to create an environment for inner healing.

Other Classes & Programs

We provide a variety of art and movement classes around Placerville to help support those on their cancer journey or experiencing stress or trauma due to other circumstances.

How we do it

Our work is made possible through fundraising efforts, including donations and special events. These events and gatherings also serve to raise awareness of cancer and cancer screening.

Annual Fundraiser

Held in the summer each year at Rainbow Orchards. The event features music, food & wine, art, and more.

Picnic in the Orchard will be on August 15, 2026, at Rainbow Orchards. See information about 2026 Picnic in the Orchard here.

2025 Event Photos

Pink in the Night

Pink in the Night is a month-long cancer awareness campaign in October. It includes El Dorado County businesses illuminating their storefronts with strands of pink lights (provided by Images of Hope), symbolizing the community’s united fight against cancer.

Images of Hope will also install a piece of “All Colors All Cancers” themed artwork downtown at the Bell Tower designed and fabricated by Andrew Vonderschmitt.

Make sure you come downtown during October 2025 to see the pink lights, the pink ribbons, and the art installation at the Bell Tower!