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This is the perspective of the artist of the month, Diane Gray. "For a good part of my life, I worked at a small town library that was stued with old classic novels. One of my greatest pleasures was to sink down into an old English novel and get lost in the story. In many of these stories the women would travel to Italy or France. I tried to make this painting feel like a scene from one of those dated novels and capture the essence of what I love about them. I used watercolors and had a lot of fun and frustration, especially trying to make the curtains appear to utter. To help me, Rob pulled out his white handkerchief and waved it around so I could get a better feel for how the curtains should look. His arm eventually got tired, but with his help, I nally 'got it'. at's just one of the many reasons why I love this class so much. I also thoroughly enjoy working on my art with the other talented classmates around me." Classes are held on Mondays and Fridays from 10 am to 12 noon in the Arts & Crafts Room. There is a nominal $5 fee per person per session. If you have any questions, call Rob at (951) 992-9156. ~ Rob Kelman 62 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | AUGUST 2026 Mixed Media Arts Create new summertime fun with your grandkids! Whether you want to design a word bracelet for yourself or as a gift, or you want to paint a keepsake rock, share in the joy of creating something special with your grandson or granddaughter as something new to do, instead of yet another trip to the pool. This fun class will make new memories. Class will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 1 pm. Reserve your seats by contacting Barb Toyama at (909) 855-3842. Let's create, make memories, and have fun together. ~ Barbara Toyama Healthy Crafting Rob's Wine & Paint Party Join us for our next Paint Party on Aug. 28 from 6 to 8 pm in the RCN Activity Room #1. We'll paint the picture at left, "Summer Glow," in just two hours. Cost is $25 per person (does not include food and beverages). RSVP required. Call Rob at (951) 616-4111.