August 19, 2026 I was invited to join the show “Essence of the Garden: Plein Air Art Exhibition and Sale,” and I’m really excited about the opportunity to meet and paint alongside other artists. Each artist is required to create plein air paintings at the garden, which will be interesting because we’ll all be painting the same places in our own styles and interpretations. Our first meeting with all the artists was on a hot, sunny day. We’re required to submit a postcard-sized

In the pandemic, DVAC show goes online. It is good to see everyone being so creative and to keep working hard on their arts. I have 4 paintings available in the show. Want to keep creating? Explore Perry’s art classes.