06/22/2026
Sneak Preview - Art for Parks’ Sake - July 5th
Enjoy a preview of some of the talented artists whose work will be showcased at this year’s Art for Parks’ Sake on July 5th from 4-6:30PM CDT at Dunes Summer Theater. All proceeds from the art and gift basket silent auction will benefit the parks and beaches of Michiana Shores. The Michiana Shores Park Boosters are so grateful for the generous artwork and gift basket donations from our local artists and businesses.
Our Artists:
• Michael O’Briant
Michael grew up in Asheboro, North Carolina. He received his BFA from East Carolina University and his MFA from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He lives in Chicago where he is represented by Alma Gallery. He is also represented at Jack Meier Gallery in Houston, and Jessup Cellars Gallery in Yountville, CA. His work is inspired by nature and texture.
• Lori Pacura
I began painting in watercolor over two decades ago. As I grew up, my parents painted in oils, both still life and portrait. I’ve always loved art but did not pursue it in my formal studies. Outdoor scenery such as lakes, trees, mountains and skies has always been my favorite to experience, photograph and sketch. 20 years ago, my focus was my family, continuing education and profession. Now that I’m retired, I’m able to paint every day. I find it to be a fun and relaxing creative outlet.
I have my art available at local art shows, which are publicized on Facebook and Instagram sites. I now also have a permanent presence at Over Yonder Dunes Gift Shop, in Beverly Shores, Indiana. This is a unique shop, on the outskirts of Indiana Dunes National Park, showcasing about 20 local artists’ work in addition to vintage and national park items. The art at this shop highlights the beauty of the lake, dunes and natural serenity found in the park and surrounding areas.
• Lenore Senovic
Ask Lenore about her art and this Chicago area artist will describe herself as an expressionist who is dedicated to color, emotion and texture in every stroke of her brush.
Lenore has had a lifetime love for art, aided by specialized training by gifted teachers, as well as workshops and classes from the Art Institute of Chicago. All have helped her to develop a keen eye for light, color and composition.
As she continues to mature as an artist, her figurative and landscape works reflect both her appreciation of subject matter and her skill in developing the softness and depth necessary to create a complete vision.
• Kathy Stubblefield
As a self-trained artist, I have 30+years of effort in oil painting- all figurative landscapes, still life and some portraiture. During COVID I took up watercolor in an effort to “loosen up”. I really enjoy it, including the fluid unpredictability. The medium is frequently characterized by “happy accidents” which I am trying to embrace (frequent abject failures!).
Drawing and painting are refreshing for me; relaxing, challenging, and always stimulating.
• Tim Kelly
Tim Kelly has had a lifelong interest in the art of glassblowing. Two years ago, Tim took the plunge and enrolled in the first of many classes at Water Street Glassworks in Benton Harbor, Michigan. With the guidance of the talented staff at Water Street, Tim has found joy in creating and sharing a variety of vessels and flowers (deer resistant!) to brighten up friends and families’ gardens.
Artwork Shown:
• Michael O’Briant, “Long Beach”
• Lori Pacura, Watercolor, “Stop 37"
• Lenore Senovic, Acrylic on canvas, “Girls’ Day Out”
• Kathy Stubblefield, Watercolor, “Beach Glow”
• Tim Kelly, Blown Glass, “Garden Flowers…Deer Resistant!"
