Cityscape
Pearl Downs (1917- 2010), Artist
Acrylic on canvas
Late 20th/Early 21st Century
Given by the Artist
At the age of 90 years young PHUMC member Pearl Downs, a resident of Good Shepherd Retirement Center, established the Good Shepherd Art Studio at the Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Art has enriched life for Pearl Downs, brightening her days, coloring her world and giving her a reason to get up in the morning. She started offering art classes on April 4, 2006 in a room that Good Shepherd administrators converted into an art studio. It was a huge hit for many of the residents, relieving boredom and giving them something to look forward to and enjoy.