Meet featured artist, Evalyn Holy, in the Cafe Gallery to learn about her animal portraits in the library and other works.
Evalyn Holy began her career as a high school Chemistry teacher. She spent her time experimenting with mixing chemicals as well as studying the intricacies of the atoms and molecules that make up matter. After retirement, she decided to take up her childhood passion for drawing and painting. Now she spends her time mixing paints and experimenting with colors and textures. In order to develop her skills, Evalyn joined the DuPage Art League, the LaGrange Art League and the Nature Artist Guild where she took numerous classes from several talented art instructors. Evalyn feels compelled to create art. She loves experimenting with new materials and techniques. It is her wish that the viewer finds something entertaining or inspiring in her work. She hopes that they can share in the pleasure and peace she has had in creating it.