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Vol 146 , NO. 45
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October 25 , 2018
Grand Ter race ar tist featured at Redlands Community Hospital Foundation’s Evening With the Ar tists Born in Mexico, Perez came to the United States as a young girl. A reminder of her heritage is present in colorful works that reflect cultural scenes from Mexico.
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“I let the beauty of God’s light on everything guide me in my painting,” says Perez. “Nature is fascinating and an incredible influence in my work.”
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Perez is a founding member and the president of Plein Air Artists of Riverside (PAAR). PAAR’s mission is to promote plein air painting while advancing the legacy of the California plein air painting movement.
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uz Perez of Grand Terrace was born destined to be an artist. Named “Luz” which means “to give light” Perez documents her love for California landscapes with a distinct focus on how light
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“Early Morning Administration Building” oil painting by Grand Terrace resident Luz Perez who will be one of five featured artists during the 10th annual Evening With the Artists hosted by the Redlands Community Hospital Foundation’s Art Committee. The event will take place on Friday, Nov. 2, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Stan and Ellen Weisser Education Pavilion, 350 Terracina Blvd. in Redlands. affects scenery in her plein air work. Perez will be one of five artists featured during the 10th annual “Evening with the Artists” hosted by the Redlands Community Hospital Foundation’s Art Committee. The event will take place on Friday, November 2, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at
the Stan and Ellen Weisser Education Pavilion, located at 350 Terracina Blvd. in Redlands. From a young age, Perez discovered that she had a natural ability to draw and paint. As a child she understood color and developed a passion for oil paint.
Perez will join artists Marilyn Froggatt, JoAnne Windsand, Roberta Thole and Terry d. Chacon for “Evening with the Artists.” Perez’s artwork will be available for purchase during the event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Redlands Hospital Community Foundation’s Art Fund. “Art has a powerful way to captivate the emotions and remind of us of personal connections,” Jan Opdyke, president of the Redlands Community Hospital Foundation. “We work with local artists that share creations that often bring familiarity and comfort to our patients and visitors.” Artist, cont. on pg. 2
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irls “Striker FC” show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Coach Lio & Coach Dominic believe in giving these girls every opportunity to learn,
advance their skills and grow their love for the game.
This past summer 11-of these hometown girls (Annaleigha Hernandez, Arianna Mejia, Yadira Aldrete, Makayla Martinez, Adriana Bissonette,
Lysha Aguirre, Isabella Moreno, Gizelle Bruno Sophia Mungui, & Valeria & Zamantha Montezuma) turned into international players by competing & taking 2nd place in a tournament held in Romero Manzo Soccer Complex Tijuana Mexico defeating teams from
Rosarito, Ensenada & Mexicali. playing the Final Vs Tijuana Select Team. Thanks to sponsors Little Smiles Pediatric & Orthodontist Yucaipa; Oldiestyle Car Club and R&V Custom Sports Lettering Grand Terrace.