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A group of cheerful women, of varying ages, pose together in a room while holding paintbrushes. Some are seated, wearing aprons and paint-stained clothes, reminiscent of artists of the Future, while others stand behind them, smiling. The background is plain with a few scattered items.
A group of cheerful women, of varying ages, pose together in a room while holding paintbrushes. Some are seated, wearing aprons and paint-stained clothes, reminiscent of artists of the Future, while others stand behind them, smiling. The background is plain with a few scattered items.
Source: A group of cheerful women, of varying ages, pose together in a room while holding paintbrushes. Some are seated, wearing aprons and paint-stained clothes, reminiscent of artists of the Future, while others stand behind them, smiling. The background is plain with a few scattered items.Fostering the Artists of the Future
A scenic view of a coastal area features a grassy foreground with yellow flowers, leading to a stone wall. Behind the wall, there are palm trees and a white house with a green roof. This picturesque scene could easily inspire artists of the future, as the blue sky is filled with dynamic, fluffy clouds.
A scenic view of a coastal area features a grassy foreground with yellow flowers, leading to a stone wall. Behind the wall, there are palm trees and a white house with a green roof. This picturesque scene could easily inspire artists of the future, as the blue sky is filled with dynamic, fluffy clouds.
Source: A scenic view of a coastal area features a grassy foreground with yellow flowers, leading to a stone wall. Behind the wall, there are palm trees and a white house with a green roof. This picturesque scene could easily inspire artists of the future, as the blue sky is filled with dynamic, fluffy clouds.Fostering the Artists of the Future
Abstract painting with a mix of muted and vibrant colors, featuring blue, orange, and grey tones. The artistic composition includes rough textures and indistinct shapes, creating a dreamlike ambiance. Artists of the Future might see the impression of a figure on the left side. The letters "APFS" appear on the right.
Abstract painting with a mix of muted and vibrant colors, featuring blue, orange, and grey tones. The artistic composition includes rough textures and indistinct shapes, creating a dreamlike ambiance. Artists of the Future might see the impression of a figure on the left side. The letters "APFS" appear on the right.
Source: Abstract painting with a mix of muted and vibrant colors, featuring blue, orange, and grey tones. The artistic composition includes rough textures and indistinct shapes, creating a dreamlike ambiance. Artists of the Future might see the impression of a figure on the left side. The letters "APFS" appear on the right.Fostering the Artists of the Future
Abstract painting with earthy tones. The upper half has shades of brown and rust, reminiscent of a clouded sky. The lower half features lighter, textured strokes with hints of beige, cream, and green, evoking a rugged landscape or geological formations—perfect for artists of the Future.
Abstract painting with earthy tones. The upper half has shades of brown and rust, reminiscent of a clouded sky. The lower half features lighter, textured strokes with hints of beige, cream, and green, evoking a rugged landscape or geological formations—perfect for artists of the Future.
Source: Abstract painting with earthy tones. The upper half has shades of brown and rust, reminiscent of a clouded sky. The lower half features lighter, textured strokes with hints of beige, cream, and green, evoking a rugged landscape or geological formations—perfect for artists of the Future.Fostering the Artists of the Future
A vibrant painting of a person with an afro made of sunflower petals, gazing to the right. Their face and upper body are depicted in abstract patches of various colors. They hold two sunflowers, set against a bright blue background—an inspiring piece by artists of the future.
A vibrant painting of a person with an afro made of sunflower petals, gazing to the right. Their face and upper body are depicted in abstract patches of various colors. They hold two sunflowers, set against a bright blue background—an inspiring piece by artists of the future.
Source: A vibrant painting of a person with an afro made of sunflower petals, gazing to the right. Their face and upper body are depicted in abstract patches of various colors. They hold two sunflowers, set against a bright blue background—an inspiring piece by artists of the future.Fostering the Artists of the Future
An abstract painting featuring a mix of colors including orange, pink, blue, black, grey, and white. The composition includes overlapping geometric shapes and fluid brushstrokes, creating a dynamic and textured appearance that feels inspired by the vision of artists of the future.
An abstract painting featuring a mix of colors including orange, pink, blue, black, grey, and white. The composition includes overlapping geometric shapes and fluid brushstrokes, creating a dynamic and textured appearance that feels inspired by the vision of artists of the future.
Source: An abstract painting featuring a mix of colors including orange, pink, blue, black, grey, and white. The composition includes overlapping geometric shapes and fluid brushstrokes, creating a dynamic and textured appearance that feels inspired by the vision of artists of the future.Fostering the Artists of the Future
Abstract painting featuring a mix of earthy tones, including brown, beige, black, and hints of red. The composition includes textured patches, overlapping brushstrokes, and light pencil sketches, creating a dynamic and layered effect that echoes the vision of artists of the Future.
Abstract painting featuring a mix of earthy tones, including brown, beige, black, and hints of red. The composition includes textured patches, overlapping brushstrokes, and light pencil sketches, creating a dynamic and layered effect that echoes the vision of artists of the Future.
Source: Abstract painting featuring a mix of earthy tones, including brown, beige, black, and hints of red. The composition includes textured patches, overlapping brushstrokes, and light pencil sketches, creating a dynamic and layered effect that echoes the vision of artists of the Future.Fostering the Artists of the Future
A dark, abstract painting featuring intertwined human-like forms. The forms are highlighted with streaks of light, in hues of red, yellow, and purple, creating an ominous and moody atmosphere. This work by one of the artists of the Future conveys a sense of movement and tension.
A dark, abstract painting featuring intertwined human-like forms. The forms are highlighted with streaks of light, in hues of red, yellow, and purple, creating an ominous and moody atmosphere. This work by one of the artists of the Future conveys a sense of movement and tension.
Source: A dark, abstract painting featuring intertwined human-like forms. The forms are highlighted with streaks of light, in hues of red, yellow, and purple, creating an ominous and moody atmosphere. This work by one of the artists of the Future conveys a sense of movement and tension.Fostering the Artists of the Future
A monochromatic drawing by one of the artists of the future depicts a smiling person wearing glasses, with short hair visible around their ears. The features are sketchily rendered in dark tones against a lighter background, emphasizing the person's expressive eyes and gentle smile.
A monochromatic drawing by one of the artists of the future depicts a smiling person wearing glasses, with short hair visible around their ears. The features are sketchily rendered in dark tones against a lighter background, emphasizing the person's expressive eyes and gentle smile.
Source: A monochromatic drawing by one of the artists of the future depicts a smiling person wearing glasses, with short hair visible around their ears. The features are sketchily rendered in dark tones against a lighter background, emphasizing the person's expressive eyes and gentle smile.Fostering the Artists of the Future
A pop-up card featuring an intricately painted dragon head and swirling patterns in red and green. Behind the card is a photo of a person along with a handwritten note that reads: "My name is Vincent Thomas. I like Art and playing video games." Aspiring artists of the future will find inspiration in such creativity.
A pop-up card featuring an intricately painted dragon head and swirling patterns in red and green. Behind the card is a photo of a person along with a handwritten note that reads: "My name is Vincent Thomas. I like Art and playing video games." Aspiring artists of the future will find inspiration in such creativity.
Source: A pop-up card featuring an intricately painted dragon head and swirling patterns in red and green. Behind the card is a photo of a person along with a handwritten note that reads: "My name is Vincent Thomas. I like Art and playing video games." Aspiring artists of the future will find inspiration in such creativity.Fostering the Artists of the Future
Abstract painting with a blend of beige, green, and black, featuring bold red and white accents. The artwork includes a mix of sharp lines, splatters, and textures, giving it a dynamic and expressive feel. Created by one of the artists of the Future, H. Balcılar's signature is visible in the corner.
Abstract painting with a blend of beige, green, and black, featuring bold red and white accents. The artwork includes a mix of sharp lines, splatters, and textures, giving it a dynamic and expressive feel. Created by one of the artists of the Future, H. Balcılar's signature is visible in the corner.
Source: Abstract painting with a blend of beige, green, and black, featuring bold red and white accents. The artwork includes a mix of sharp lines, splatters, and textures, giving it a dynamic and expressive feel. Created by one of the artists of the Future, H. Balcılar's signature is visible in the corner.A new exhibit in Pensacola showcases works by artists who’ve generously donated pieces to fund a scholarship for at-risk youth.
The , located at the Pensacola Beach Hilton since its founding in 2017, is known for featuring brilliant pieces by local and regional artists. Curated by Lisa Puzon and Shaughnessy Johnson, the gallery is considered a pillar of the community for its efforts to promote culture and art connection through its various rotating exhibits. In December, the gallery will debut a new exhibition called The Art for Education, which showcases the work of artists who have generously donated pieces to support the Dixon School of Arts & Sciences, a local private school serving at-risk youth that’s known for its ever-growing fine arts program.
The Art for Education exhibit will feature nearly 20 artists whose donated works will raise money towards the Brilliant Star Scholarship, which is made available to students from the Dixon School of Arts & Sciences. The scholarship fund will assist in paying tuition, registration fees, workshop fees, or materials needed for continuing art education. Serving as the art director for the school, Puzon has created unique opportunities to enrich her students’ lives through the arts and prepare them for a career within the field.
Luna showcases student work in a space within the gallery titled The Brilliant Star Gallery. Through Luna’s guidance, the Brilliant Star exhibitors are able to learn business acumen and gain valuable art-world experience. One of these student artists, Nehemiah Mack, who is a sophomore at Dixon, hopes to earn support through the scholarship in order to continue his education—an opportunity that inspires Mack and the other students. “The benefit of exposure to future art professors will broaden artistic perspective and provide the tools they need for success,” says Puzon.
“Our mission at Luna Fine Art Gallery is to connect people through the arts,” Puzon explains. “The students often attend the exhibits at the gallery, and I love witnessing the magic happening between the emerging student artists and the professionals. The impact is immeasurable.”
The upcoming artists featured at The Art for Education exhibit wanted to create a more profound impact that benefitted the students. “Once others gave to me, and now I give to others,” says Patricia O’Neal, a featured artist who donated a piece called Tidal Pond. Many artists who are participating are members of an informal artist group called The Paint Out Group, which was formed to support their love of creating and which provides a forum to share and demonstrate painting techniques, learn about new artists, trends, and workshops. Artist Joan Overton, who has previously shown her creations at Luna, was inspired to donate work to the exhibit after her largest public showing. “Everyone should have the opportunity for higher education and to pursue their dreams,” says Overton.
Through its mission, Luna finds ways to create and build communities of artists and admirers. Beyond the ornate and unique pieces are experiences taking place within the gallery. The connection between art and person or artist and student can be a catalyst of inspiration. “Beautiful things happen when you have wonderful intentions, with some of the most genuine people taking part in it,” says Puzon.
Luna Fine Art Gallery will host an opening event for their new exhibit on December 11. The artists featured will include Sally Miller, Suzanne Robbert, Kathy Breazeale, Jan Kurtz, Mary Anne Staples, Pat Page, Diane Goeller, Darlene Homrighausen, Diane Collins, Beverly Elliott, Rafi Perez, Pat Regan, Kylie Crowell, and Kendall Sainata.
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