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THPRD selects local artist's work for cover of activities guide
October 03, 2013
Beaverton artist Veronica Lake has been selected as winner of the “2013 THPRD Artists in the Parks Contest” for her painting, “The Heron.” Her creation will be displayed on the cover of the Park District’s winter/spring activities guide.
THPRD and the Beaverton Arts Commission collaborated on the contest this summer with the goal of showcasing outstanding local artists. The contest was open to visual artists residing within Park District boundaries. Entries were required to depict a scene of a THPRD park, trail or other facility.
“Thanks to all of the artists who entered the contest,” said Doug Menke, THPRD general manager. “Many excellent pieces of art were submitted, but we felt Veronica’s heron at Commonwealth Lake best exemplified what we were seeking. It’s a beautiful depiction of nature in our area, and it’s appropriate for winter or spring.”
Activities guides are created three times per year representing the following seasons: summer, fall, and winter/spring. They list all programs, events and activities the Park District offers each term and therefore are widely used. The winter/spring guide with Lake’s artwork will be published in mid-November.
Lake has been a professional artist in the Portland area for the past 16 years and is best known for her commissioned watercolor, acrylic and mural paintings. She also teaches art classes for adults, teens and children in the Cedar Mill area.
“I was inspired to paint ‘The Heron’ after a walk around Commonwealth Lake in Beaverton, which is one of my frequent stops,” she said. “I wanted to capture the regal quality of this noble bird in watercolor paint.”
“I am so pleased that the collaboration between THPRD and the BAC resulted in the selection of a local artist’s work for the THPRD cover,” said Beaverton Mayor Denny Doyle. “I look forward to seeing Veronica’s painting on the upcoming winter/spring activities guide.”
ABOUT THPRD
Formed in 1955, THPRD is the largest special park district in Oregon, spanning about 50 square miles and serving 230,000 residents in the greater Beaverton area. The district provides year-round recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Offerings include thousands of widely diverse classes, 90 park sites with active recreational amenities, 60 miles of trails, eight swim centers, six recreation centers, and 1,400 acres of nature preserve. For more information, visit www.thprd.org or call 503/645-6433.
ABOUT BEAVERTON ARTS COMMISSION
The BAC contributes significantly to the quality of life in Beaverton by presenting artistic and cultural events that celebrate community values and help connect residents to their artistic and cultural heritage. The BAC presents annual events such as Last Tuesdays, the Visual Arts Showcase and Ten Tiny Dances. In addition, the BAC leads public art projects, including Beaverton’s mural program. For more information about the Beaverton Arts Commission, visit www.BeavertonArts.org, call 503-526-2288 or the event information line at 503-526-2379.
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503/686-5134 (cell)
Date: October 3, 2013
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