Just in time for Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday, LGNC is excited host a special exhibition of original Smokey Bear paintings by local artist Gary Embich!
“America’s Beautiful” is a collection of 50 watercolor paintings that promote the preservation of our country by reminding people that we can do our part in keeping America beautiful by preventing wildfires that can destroy the beautiful and unique things that each of our states has to offer. Each painting is done from onsite research in each of the 50 states. Gary is an official licensee of the U.S. Forest Service.
When: This FREE exhibition will be on display for the public to enjoy from August 21-29, 2024. Weekday hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Weekend hours: Noon to 3:00 p.m.
About the Artist: Saylorsburg, PA watercolor artist Gary Embich paints wildlife, landscapes, flowers, teacups, heirloom paintings, and house portraits. He also teaches classes in drawing, watercolor, and other art skills in his Saylorsburg studio, Sun Oak Arts. Gary has undergone thirteen major eye surgeries. Gary is a 1968 graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh with a degree in Advertising and Illustration. He worked in the Design Group of American Can Company in Easton, PA, served with the United States Army in Korea, and resumed his art career at American Can’s Dixie Division. He eventually became the manager of the Graphics Department of Georgia Pacific Corporation until retiring in 2004.
Gary is a member of the Pocono Mountains Art Group and is a juried signature member of the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society and the Baltimore Watercolor Society. He is also a member of LGNC’s new Nature in Art Club. Learn more at Gary’s website, www.sunoakarts.com.