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by Natalie Guess

ay is Naples History Month. In the midst of all this we still have many of your favorite scenes including a few left of
growth, it is important to recognize where this town the historic Naples Beach Hotel. This is your opportunity to
Mof Naples started. Naples has a short history, in the own one of his collectable paintings.
grand scheme of things, but its history is very important to Opening on June 6 will be paintings that optimize the
those that have lived and grown up here for generations and beauty of summertime. “Sum Sum Summertime” focuses on
have a vested interest in our community. As artists, we look to the rains and clouds we see in our summer months and the
the past charm of the area for inspiration. Having been here growth of the greenery surrounding us! This show celebrates
for many years, the flora and fauna, as well as the charming oil paintings interpreted by 6 acclaimed oil painters and
cottages play a part in our memories of Naples and how it accented by watercolors and batiks. The gallery will be open by
affected our mind’s eye and the views we found important to appointment during the month of July.
paint. Of course, in essence, every painting we do is historical, For more information on these events, please call 239-659-2787
as it records the emotion and perspective of what we saw and or stop by Guess-Fisher Gallery, 985 Central Avenue in the heart of
experienced. Come by and see our enchanting views of Historic the Design District, downtown Naples.
Naples. This show opens May 2 and will be up through the end Come in and find your new, inspiring painting to take
of May. Phil Fisher spent 53 years painting Naples and home and excite your life!

Guess-Fisher Gallery, 985 Central Ave. 239-403-8393 www.PhilFisherFineArt.com www.Guess-FisherGallery.com

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