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 Each member of the family chose to take on different media as
well as different subject matter. Matt likes to delve into a science
fiction theme for his subjects. Brant leans toward portraits. Mitch
specializes in photography, and especially likes to feature a friend
from Chicago as the model for his photography. Margie and Maureen
paint still life and landscapes.
“This show is an eclectic collection of a single family’s
creativity. It is an admirable demonstration of nature and nurture
working together,” said Lincoln Art Institute owner Moses Pinkerton.
“I have only been doing art for the past ten years. It is something
I always wanted to try. It has been a good time for me,” said
Maureen.
 When asked to describe her feelings about having her family featured
on the walls of the LAI, Margie Douglas said, “It is a wonderful
surprise that we were asked to present this show. I never imagined
it happening. It is so much fun.”
“This show is like Fifth Avenue in New York for us. This is a
pinnacle for our family art work” said Mitch. “Our art comes in many
different varieties,” he added.
“I really like the connectiveness of this family through their art,”
said poet Vern Phillips.
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The show will have special hours during the art weekend coming up on July 18 and
19. Contact Moses Pinkerton for any questions about hours of the show.
Look for two special presentations at the Lincoln Art Institute in August. In
addition to an opening of abstract art on August 13, Logan County Arts has
arranged for Mason City’s own John Means to bring his alter ego Doctor Gonzo for
an evening of comedy to the LAI for one night only on August 15. Contact Mitch
Douglas for details of this show at 630-890-1318.
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