Wildlife art show matures into nationally recognized event

FALLBROOK – What began 17 years ago as a fundraiser for the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, the Fallbrook Art Center’s (FAC) Reflections of Nature wildlife art show, has now grown into a nationally recognized event drawing visitors from across the western US to Fallbrook.

Show founder, Fallbrook’s resident Gamini Ratnavira, is recognized internationally for his various depictions of the world’s wildlife – whether in his native Sri Lanka, or from his back door.

Over 1,000 people attended the weekend show, many taking home at least one creation they “couldn’t live without” said organizer...