LAKEPORT – We look forward to meeting you at our reception for the artists at the Main Street Gallery's First Friday Fling on May 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and introducing you to our new show which features three new artists.

The Main Street Gallery is especially pleased to feature the gleaming glass work, in both decorative and wearable art, of Marge Bourgas. John Eells returns to exhibit his bold acrylic abstracts, while Bruce Vandras delights the eye with his work in colored pencil.

Continuing in the Main Street Gallery are Chelsey Collett's expertly beautifully captured photographs of Lake County, Gary Sampson's bright watercolors and Patty Oates' soft oils. Judy Cardinale's artistic versatility comes forth in her new work of wildlife in watercolors and oil landscapes. Cathy Gale adds to the show with her special French technique of painting in oil.

Showing their individual styles in pastels are Terry Durnil, Joan Facca and Linda Reidel. Marilyn Crayton, and her artfully crafted gourds, continues on one of the front window platforms; as does, Tom McComber with his whimsical metal garden art.

Ginny Craven and her touching photos of “The Moving Wall” honoring our Vietnam veterans and, symbolically all who have served this country, will also continue through May.

Once again, we welcome back photography students from Clear Lake High School under the creative tutelage of Jan Hambrick, a fine photographer and an accomplished artist. Last year's students showed exceptional talent in their ability to capture the moment, the mood, the imagination and put out wonderfully creative pieces of art.

Please join us for an evening of meeting our featured artists, sampling the fine wines of the Moore Family Winery, and enjoying the melodious sounds of the mellow guitarist Drew Tritchler. We look forward to visiting with you and celebrating the Arts in May.

The Main Street Gallery and Gift Shop is located at 325 N. Main St. in Lakeport. More information can be obtained by calling 707-263-6658.