Kimberly Santini, local artist and philanthropist, helped spread the artistic seed when when she held a painting class at the Orion Art Center June 11.
Offering encouraging words in addition to technical support, Santini guided each class member individually, offering appropriate advice for each unique problem. The result was the production of six new works of art, and while not all of the members were happy with their painting, everyone saw their progress. Santini’s paintings are collected worldwide, and she specializes in painting animals. Yet she not only paints them – she donates to the betterment of their lives. Ten Percent of Santini’s gross sales go to animal welfare organizations, she volunteers at her local animal shelter and works in conjunction with a number of animal rescue programs.
For more information on Santini, visit paintingadogaday.com. For more information on theart center, visit orionartcenter.com.
— photostory by Gabe Ouzounain