photos & story by
Zhalman Harris
VIP Destin at Velia Lala
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V
elia Lala held a champagne reception at her studios/store, featuring the very talented local artist John Pope on
February 11. The event is part of a monthly showcase event which takes place at Velia Lala Studios showcasing the
work of various artists. Friends and supporters were there to check out John’s new pieces and get inside the mind of
the painter- to understand what inspires him. Throughout the evening guests were able to interact with John and
ask questions about his style of painting as well. He shared that his inspiration came from old masters, and his style of painting
was more of a modern expression and cubism. He even went on to tell guests stories of trying not to wake his wife while
sneaking in during early morning hours after getting lost in work.
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Cathy Rackley & Velia Lala
Patricia & Dan Perry
Elaine Tucker & Nicole DeMartini
John Pope & David Simpson
Tim Chiasson & Melissa Corning
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