Library art exhibit features Silver Screen actors

FALLBROOK – The Friends of the Fallbrook Library will host "Famous Faces from the Silver Screen." Opening July 7, this solo art exhibition will run through Aug. 28 at the Fallbrook Branch of the San Diego County Library. More than 30 large scale paintings in black and white acrylic will most certainly bring back the memorable times of cinema’s golden age.

Theo Clifford, started as a cartoonist and caricature artist, first for a commercial outlet and later freelancing on his own. He is totally self-taught, honing his natural ability being mentored by more established artists. Clifford studied art theory independently and is an accomplished air brush artist.

When asked why he paints stars from yesteryear in black and white, Clifford says, "I’m a classic movie buff. After getting a great response to my first painting of Judy Garland, I realized I could do an entire series of my favorite actors and actresses from the golden and silent screen era. Using black and white acrylic, I can experiment with tones and contrast, play with light, reflection and refraction. I don’t use premixed grays, but mix my own.”

The "Hollywood" gala reception will be on Friday, July 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. This special 'Opening' event should not be missed. The public is welcome free of charge. The Fallbrook Library is located at 124 South Mission Road. For more information, call (760) 731-4650.