The Way I See It
The Eclectic Works of Peter Phelps
Peter Phelps has been painting more works for Hearth ever since the end of the Open Studios Weekend in September 2008.
Over 60 new works are on display at the Diesel Cafe in Somerville, who has kindly donated their space for the event. Proceeds from the sale of his work will benefit Hearth's work to end elder homelessness.
A reception for the show will take place on Monday, March 2nd from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Phelps's works will be on display through the end of March.
You can help promote Phelps's show by downloading and posting this flier (pdf 1.38 MB) at your school, office, or church. Bookmarks celebrating the show are also available. Email Jenny at jhibbard@hearth-home.org or call her at 617-369-1565 for more information.
Location:
257 Elm Street
Somerville, MA 02144
More about Mr. Phelps and Hearth
A Second Chance at Life
VIDEO | CBS News Sunday Morning - November 30, 2008
Once Starving Artist Survives Cancer and the Street
AUDIO | WBUR - September 19, 2008
Formerly Homeless Artist Donates His Work
VIDEO | WBZ Newsradio - September 19, 2008
Art Cards featuring Phelps's artwork are available for a donation of $25.
About the Artist:
Retired school teacher Peter Phelps, now 82, painted for over forty years before he found himself homeless in Boston while being treated for cancer. Living in shelters, painting was nearly impossible.
Thanks to Hearth, Phelps now has a home of his own - and room to paint.
The Way I See It displays the breadth of his creativity. To thank Hearth for bringing color back into his life, Phelps donated over 70 paintings.
Proceeds will go to Hearth to help more homeless elders find homes of their own, and end elder homelessness.