Board and Staff

Full-time staff:

Sharon Freilich, Executive Director has been dedicated to enriching lives through design, art, and art education throughout her career.  She is honored to carry on the great work of Inyo Council for the Arts as the new Executive  Director. She is excited to promote vibrant art opportunities to the local community via quality art programs in Inyo County schools, live music and art events, and by supporting and promoting local artists and cultural communities.

Sharon Freilich is passionate about the healing, and life enhancing properties of art, inclusivity, and honoring one’s heritage. She strongly believes in the power of engagement with art and design to connect individuals, cultures, and communities.

Sharon brings with her a creative entrepreneurial spirit, many years as a successful textile and graphic designer, 14 years in art education including designing and implementing creative spaces for students, management and tech skills, and above all a commitment to establishing relationships and enhancing lives through the promotion of art participation and volunteerism.

Part-time staff:

Jimmy Capangpangan, Director’s Assistant & Community Manager, Jimmy first arrived to the Eastern Sierra as a climber in 2014 and instantly fell in love with Bishop. He has worked as a Ranger for the National Park Service, a Climbing Ranger for Bishop, and most recently a freelance writer. His love for the arts first came through his love for reading and writing at a young age. As a youth, he started to dive into music and was a vocalist and guitar player in a punk band. Music continues to be a major part of his life always keeping an ear for new sounds and a eye for touring artists.

Jane Pace, School Arts Coordinator & Gallery Coordinator, has over 15 years experience working in the arts. Her passion for the arts started in college where she majored in Art and Education. Originally from the Eastern Sierra, Jane is excited to help ICA bring the arts to the community.

Board Members:

Karen Atkinson – Former Arts Educator, Lone Pine, CA

Elizabeth Caplun – Former Executive at Stanford University, Bishop, CA

Judyth Greenburgh (Vice President) – Artist, Designer, Freelance Creative Consultant/Director, Darwin, CA

Pete Watercott (President) – Retired Inyo County Senior Center Chef, Musician, Bishop, CA

Dr. John Wehausen (Secretary/Treasurer) –  UC Biologist, Musician, Bishop, CA