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Meet Leslie Jorgensen, our featured artist of 2023 and creator of the 2023 FIBArk poster. 

2023 featured artist

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A Note From Leslie...

A Note from Leslie…

 

I want to thank Lindsay Sutton-Stephens and the amazing FIBARK committee for choosing me to create a special work of art for this year’s 75th anniversary event. I’m a huge FIBARK fan and I’m beyond thrilled to participate in this way.

 

As I explored the theme artistically I created several paintings of the Arkansas River, the skilled athletes who paddle it, and the sheer force of the water, all of which inspire me. Though I’m not experienced, I love any chance to paddle the river. The Arkansas is magical and forceful. The ways we experience are a foundational layer of our community. FIBARK strengthens and celebrates all of it.

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The original painting will be auctioned at the kickoff party and money raised will support some wonderful projects, including boating education in Salida. I’m so honored to be a part of this event in this momentous year. Happy 75th Anniversary, FIBArk!

 

– Leslie

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