Box Springs Mtn Reserve
By Jacqueline Truong
Moreno Valley Utility Box Art Program
I discovered my love for art at 15, when I
placed in my first juried exhibition. That early About the Artist experience shaped the path I followed into
college, where I earned an art degree in Jacqueline Truong Photography, Sculpture, and Mixed Media
with a minor in Art History.
Teaching grew from that same passion-l
found my purpose in sharing the arts with
students and seeing their confidence and
creativity develop. My work has always been
a way to document my story, and I enjoy
collaborating to bring ideas to life. Over time,
social justice became central to what I make
and what teach.
My work has been shown nationally and
internationally in galleries and museums, and
I've been featured through local newspapers,
magazines, and news stations. In 2022, l
began working on community art projects
and haven't looked back.
Jacqueline Truong
Education Artistic Accomplishments:
University of Redlands California Elementary Art Teacher of Major: Photography, Sculpture, Printmaking, and Mixed Media the Year, 2025 Minor: Art History Teacher of the Year, 2024
Utility Box Projects, Perris, CA
Studio Arts Center International
2024
Florence, Italy
Restoration of Library Mural,
Perris, CA 2024
Enchanted Hills Community Park
Murals in Perris, CA, 2022
Schoolwide Rock Garden, 2020
Love & Kindness Quilt, 2019
California Day of the
Teacher/Teacher of the Year
Award 2018
Jacqueline Truong
Juried Exhibitions: Invitational Art Exhibitions:
• RCOE, The Spider Woman, Riverside, CA 2026 • San Bernadino County Museum, San Bernadino, CA 2024 • La Quinta Museum, The Spider Woman, La Quinta, CA 2026 • Potocki Center for Art, Mission Viejo, CA 2021 • Grace Mellman Community Library, The Hundred Dresses Trunk Show, • SAC Arts Gallery, In the Studio #6, Santa Ana, CA 2017 Temecula, CA 2025 • Shoshana Wayne Gallery, Chain Letter, Los Angeles, CA 2011 • RCOE, The Hundred Dresses Trunk Show, Riverside, CA 2025 • LA Downtown Market Gallery, Language, Los Angeles, CA 2011 • International Photography Awards, Honorable Mention, New York, NY • 410 Boyd ST., Los Angeles, CA 2010 2009 • Bloomfest: Artshare & Freedom Gallery, Los Angeles, CA 2010 • Lyceum Gallery, The Art of Photography Show, San Diego, CA 2009 • Prospect Bar & Grill, Interplay, La Jolla, CA 2010 • Dishman Art Center, 23rd Annual Texas Photographic Society Members • LACDA, L.ANDSCAPES, Los Angeles, CA 2010 Show, Honorable Mention, Beaumont, TX 2009 • A&l, Le Neu, Hollywood, CA 2010 • Joyce Gordon Gallery, Glimpses In Time, Oakland, CA 2009 • LA Downtown Market Gallery, Round, Los Angeles, CA 2011 • Center for Contemporary Art, TPS 17 - National Show, Abilene, TX, • Drkrm Gallery, The Last Picture Show, Los Angeles, CA 2009 2009 • Spring Arts Collective Gallery, Four Frames, Los Angeles, CA 2009 • Dougherty Art Center, TPS 17 - National Show, Austin, TX, 2008 • JDPW, Show Off: The JDPW Annual Alumni Exhibit, Venice, CA 2009 • Annual Del Mar Fair Show, 1st Place, 2nd Place, Honorable Mention, Del • JDPW, Four Frames, Venice, CA 2008 Mar, CA, 1993 • Abstract Exposure Exhibition, 2008
• California Center for the Arts, Teenager in a Bedroom, 2nd Place, • Shotgun Space Gallery, Night of the Witches, Los Angeles, CA 2007 Escondido, CA, 1991 • Watson Studio Gallery, Abstract Expressions - Reality Obscura, Johnson
City, TX, 2008
• Ann Peppers Art Gallery, A Room with a View, Redlands, CA, 1998 • Annual SACI Student Show, Florence, Italy, 1997
• Poway Center for the Performing Arts, Poway, CA, 1993 сО ш
Art Samples
SCHOOLWIDE MURAL AT THE
SCHOOLWIDE MURA
ENCHANTED HILLS COM
PARK
Art Samples
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Cos Caballos de Pervis
UKA
Lake Perris, 1973
• Share Create with Cal
"In every walk with Nature
one receives far more than
he seeks"
- John Muir
The Beauty and Importance of Box Springs
Mountain Reserve
A Natural Sanctuary Inspiration for Artistic Expression Box Springs Mountain Reserve is a stunning natural sanctuary located between the The natural splendor of Box Springs Mountain Reserve has served as a wellspring bustling cities of Riverside and Moreno Valley. It serves as a serene escape, of inspiration for many artists, myself included. The interplay of light and shadow offering breathtaking views that sweep over the urban landscapes, providing a across the mountainous terrain, the vibrant hues of the landscape, and the serene tranquil contrast to the city life. This reserve is a treasure trove of natural beauty. ambiance have all profoundly influenced my work in the Moreno Valley Utility Box featuring lush oaks and coastal sage scrub that paint the landscape with rich Art Program. By capturing the essence of the reserve in art, we celebrate its textures and colors. Here, nature enthusiasts find solace and inspiration, as it truly beauty and emphasize its importance to our community. is a place where the "Mountains meet the Sky."
A Haven for Wildlife and People Why It Matters to the City Beyond its scenic allure, Box Springs Mountain Reserve plays a crucial role in Preserving Box Springs Mountain Reserve is not just about protecting a beautiful preserving the region's biodiversity. It is home to a variety of wildlife species, landscape; it is about maintaining a vital resource for our city. The reserve making it an essential habitat for conservation efforts. For residents and visitors enhances the quality of life, supports ecological health, and fosters a sense of alike, the reserve offers a chance to connect with nature, making it a vital space for community pride and identity. It stands as a testament to the natural heritage of mental and physical well-being. Its trails invite hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers to the region and as a reminder of the harmony we can achieve between urban explore and appreciate the myriad wonders it holds. development and nature.
In presenting this to the city council, I hope to convey the reserve's significance and encourage continued support for its preservation. It is a jewel in our community. deserving of protection and appreciation for generations to come.
LOCATIONS
LASSELLE ST & IRONWOOD AVE
HEACOCK ST & IRONWOOD AVE
PERRIS BLVD & KALMIA AVE (NORTH RIDGE ELEMENTARY)
Box Springs Mountain Reserve
I love creating landscapes that
feel layered and full of life. In this
painting, I recreated the valley as
seen from a high point in the Box
Springs Mountain Reserve, with
the surrounding hills and
mountains stretching across the
foreground and background. The
valley opens clearly in the center,
and I aimed to capture what this
place may have looked like long
ago.
Proposed Contribution
As a working artist, 1 bring skilled creative work
shaped by years of practice. This piece reflects careful planning, many hours of hands-on creation, and the
use of digital tools that require paid licenses. The
$500 fee supports the time, craft, and resources
needed to produce artwork that adds beauty and value
to the community.
Thank
you