Wildling Museum holds ceremony to remember artist Ray Strong

By Caleb Wiseblood

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The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature hosts a program to celebrate the life and legacy of artist Ray Strong (1905-2006) on Sunday, June 23, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Collector David Parker and artists Arturo Tello, Michael Drury, John Iwerks, and Chris Chapman will present personal memories of working with and being inspired by Strong. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to come forward and share stories of Strong if they wish.

Ray Strong: A Collector’s Passion, a current exhibition at the museum celebrating the late artist, closes on Monday, July 8. The museum is located at 1511 B Mission Drive, Solvang. Call (805) 686-8216 or visit wildlingmuseum.org for more information.

Arts Briefs are compiled by Arts Editor Caleb Wiseblood. Send information to [email protected].