For Immediate Release:
July 14, 2008

Media Contact:
Cathy Ferreira
[email protected]
305-235-1668



Deering Estate Welcomes National Wildlife Photographer Brian Call as Artist in Residence

Exhibit Reception and Opening July 23, 2008 Exhibit on Display through September 30, 2008


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- 

The Deering Estate at Cutler is pleased to welcome South Florida photographer and conservationist, Brian Call, as an Artist in Residence for our 2007 – 2008 Program.  Brian’s third and final fine art photography exhibition “Preserving Florida’s Past: Endangered” chronicles Florida’s rich flora and fauna and man’s interaction with and preservation of it. The opening night reception will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm in the Visitor Center Auditorium and Exhibit Hall at the Deering Estate. Admission is free.

All of the artwork will be for sale and a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Brian’s work will be donated back to the Deering Estate at Cutler and the Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge to support and continue preservation and conservation work in our community. The Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge is the official support organization created to promote a better understanding and appreciation of the National Wildlife Refuge System and, in particular the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge.

The Deering Estate at Cutler, a Miami-Dade County Park, is located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue in Miami. This 444-acre natural and archaeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. During the summer, historic house tours are offered daily with admission to the Estate. Eco-tours are also offered throughout the year for an additional fee. For more information on the Deering Estate's educational and cultural programs please visit www.deeringestate.org.


 

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