Help me support the Mariner High basketball team this Sunday

Mariner High School’s basketball team has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to New Orleans for an invitational game. Of course, that’s gonna cost some coin, so I am partnering with Vino’s Picasso for a unique fundraiser this Sunday, November 20, at Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens.

Admit it. Haven’t you always wondered what it’s like to paint like me? Well, Sunday’s your chance to play Leoma and reproduce one of my colorful seahorse paintings. Here’s how it works. From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. an artist from Vino’s Picasso will be at the gardens to help show you how to recreate one of my colorful seahorses.

If you’re not familiar with Vino’s Picasso, they’re a co-op of local artists who believe that everyone has an inner artist that’s just waiting for the right circumstances to emerge. Over 90% of the folks who attend one of their events have never painted before, and you won’t believe the fun you’ll have as you make your very own Lovegrove-inspired masterpiece!

 

But don’t just take my word for that. Vino’s Picasso has been voted the #1 paint bar and art gallery on TripAdvisor by travelers and locals just like you! You’ll quickly discover that they have such an impeccable reputation because they love what they and make their own rules!

 

They’ll have paint, brushes and everything else you need, including aprons. But come dressed to paint! Check in starts at 1:30 p.m. and while you cannot venture into the designated painting area until 2:00 p.m., you can stroll through the rest of the garden or wander through the gallery and take in all the art. In fact, come early and enjoy lunch and an ice cream in beautiful Matlacha.

While I’m not the one who will be giving the instruction, I will be dropping in to lend my encouragement and for photo ops! So bring your camera or just use your phone for a selfie or two. You’re going to have fun. I guarantee it.

The cost is just $50, and includes a donation for the team.

 

Space is limited so RSVP to Vino’s Picasso now by calling 239-431-8750. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance, but after that, there are no refunds and no credit for no-shows, and they don’t accept AMEX. This is a rain or shine event, but should there be lightning or a major storm (neither are in the forecast), the fundraiser will be pumped to December 4.

Park at the Community Park and take the short walk over to the studio/garden. Please do not park in front of the gallery.