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art happeningS

Local Artist Ellen Negley Selected As Poster Artist

For 35th Anniversary Of ArtiGras

For watercolor painter Ellen You will be able to meet Negley at the 35th ArtiGras Fine
Negley, nothing epitomizes the laid- Arts Festival presented by Palm Beach Gardens Medical
back tropical lifestyle of South Florida Center and produced by Palm Beach North Chamber of
more than a scene from the iconic Commerce. The festival will run from Feb. 15 to 16 at
Square Grouper restaurant with the Abacoa in Jupiter. The outdoor arts event showcases a juried
palm trees swaying in the breeze exhibition of outstanding fine art along with activities which
and the Jupiter Lighthouse in the include live entertainment, artist demonstrations, the Hanley
background. So, it should be no Foundation Youth Art Competition Gallery and ArtiKids
surprise when she was selected to Zone and the opportunity to meet more than 280 of the top
paint the commemorative poster for artists from around the world. Tickets are only $11 per day
the 35th ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival, with advance purchase and children 12 and under are free.
Negley honed in on a painting she For more information, visit the ArtiGras website at www.
created aptly named Square Grouper. artigras.org, email information requests to info@artigras.
“My painting Square Grouper org, or call the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce
epitomizes the funky tropical lifestyle at (561) 746-7111.
that we all love about Florida, and that About Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce
I find captivating as an artist,” said The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce serves
Negley, who moved to Palm Beach 10 municipalities – Juno Beach, Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet
County more than 30 years ago from Colony, Lake Park, Mangonia Park, North Palm Beach,
Illinois. “You’d be hard pressed to Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Shores, Riviera Beach
find a better view than from across the inlet at the Square delicate and transparent,” said Negley. “Every time I step and Tequesta – that together are Palm Beach North. The
Grouper. There’s something so special about a deep red up to a blank piece of paper, I feel a rush of adrenaline, chamber is one of the largest and most active business
lighthouse surrounded by palm trees that keeps watch high like stepping off a cliff and not knowing exactly where I’ll organizations in Southeast Florida. The chamber fosters
above the turquoise sea.” land.” a partnership of private, public, education and civic
Negley started showing at art festivals with ArtiGras 10 Negley has been a poster artist for several other art organizations working together to ensure Palm Beach
years ago. She currently participates in eight to 10 art shows festivals, but ArtiGras holds a special place in her heart. North is Florida’s “Prosperity Coast.” The chamber’s
a year throughout Florida. Negley also teaches several “I really appreciate the amazing quality of art displayed four strategic imperatives are: a prosperous economy,
watercolor painting workshops a year. at ArtiGras, and it’s always an honor to be included,” said high quality of life for all residents, a smart and connected
“For me, watercolor is the perfect medium although I will Negley. “Another thing I love about ArtiGras is the crowd. region, and regional leadership. For more information visit:
agree at times it can be frustrating and very unforgiving. The people that come to ArtiGras are genuinely interested http://www.pbnchamber.com.
It’s elusive, unpredictable and has a mind of its own. One in art. They want to know about my technique or where I
minute the colors are bold and electric and the next they’re got my inspiration for a particular painting.” Art Happenings on page 14

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