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The closing of an East Sac institution Burr’s ice cream parlor owner shuts doors, settles into retirement

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The community of East Sacramento lost one of its iconic businesses with the recent closure of Burr’s Fountain.

Operating the business at 4920 Folsom Blvd. for nearly 30 years, Jim Burr finally decided to hang up his ice cream scoops for the final time and retire.

Burr, a 1959 graduate of C.K. McClatchy High School, established himself as an ice cream man early in his life, taking a position at another one of Sacramento’s institutions: Vic’s Ice Cream, in Land Park.

He eventually spent 27 years working for Ash Rutledge, owner of that business.

With his veteran knowledge in the ice cream business, Burr, a native of Minnesota, decided to head out on his own and establish Burr’s Fountain.

In a wise business move, Burr moved into a spot that had housed ice cream parlors for about a decade.

Previously the home of Zarrett’s Pharmacy from 1955 to about 1971, the site became home to Vicki Marie’s Ice Creamery in 1976.

By 1987, the future site of Burr’s Fountain was operating as the second location of Vic’s Ice Cream. At that time in Vic’s history, the business was 40 years old – having been established on Riverside Boulevard by Vic Zito and Ash Rutledge in 1947.

Following about a year as the site of another ice cream parlor – Leary’s – the Folsom Boulevard building became home to Burr’s Fountain in 1989. see Closing page 3 Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.

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After experiencing a slow beginning with his business, Burr built a continuously growing clientele.

He was also known for giving free ice cream to young customers who achieved good grades on their report cards.

Burr humbly acknowledged the success of his business in 2009, during an interview with the East Sacramento News.

“We’ve been here since 1989, so we must be doing something right,” he said.

As a 1950s-style ice cream parlor, Burr’s offered more than ice cream. Also included on the menu were milkshakes, hot dogs and a variety of sandwiches.

Nonetheless, it was ice cream that drew most people to Burr’s throughout its history.

Now a vacant structure, the old Burr’s site awaits the next chapter in its history.

Although there is speculation that the business might continue under new ownership in the future, no official announcement has been made.

What is known at this point is Burr’s Fountain made a very positive, lasting impression on the community, and many people are disappointed and saddened by its closure.

Community reflects on a lost institution Among the people who shared their feelings about that closure with this publication was Moe Webb.

“I feel very sad,” she said.

“I’ve been a resident of this area for over 20 years. It’s an icon. To see the kids walk by and being outside (the parlor), it’s just sad to hear.

We actually live in College Greens, but we love all this area. It’s sad to see it gone.”

Victoria Nazeri said that she was very impressed by Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.

Burr and the way he ran his business.

“I first went there seven years ago,” she said. “(Burr) is the nicest man you could ever meet. He’s been successful and he’s hired every teenage East Sac (youth) that wanted a job. It was a great place.”

Nazeri added that her last memory of Burr was visiting with him on the final day of his business’s operation.

“He actually sat in the booth with us and reminisced a little bit,” she said.

“It was really nice. “ There are a lot of rumors going on (about the closure). The truth is he spent so many hours there and he was getting old, and he just wanted to spend more time with his wife.

“I asked him, ‘Why didn’t you sell (the business)?’ I’m sure that Burr’s had some kind of value. He said he didn’t have any buyers and didn’t really market it and he just decided to close it.”

Another local resident, Phil Kaylor, said that he has visited Burr’s Fountain throughout his life.

“I first went in there when I was a kid,” he said.

“Actually, my bandmate (in the now-former band, Twenty Years Later) made the menus that they had for years and years and years there. His name is Scott Wyatt. He’s living in Bend, Ore., but the last time we went in there together, it was still the same menu that he printed up and stuff.

“I think it’s terrible (Burr’s closed).”

Gina Paiva said she was a longtime customer of the business.

“We’ve been here for 11 years and we’ve always taken the kids over there to have ice cream,” she said.

“My favorite was their strawberry cheesecake (ice cream). (Burr’s) will definitely be missed. It’s been around forever.”

While standing next to Paiva, Simon Burton said that he will miss having Muddy Mocha ice cream at Burr’s.

East Sacramento resident Dave Johnson said that he enjoyed having a quality eatery, like Burr’s, near his home.

“I used to enjoy going down there,” he said. “It’s close to the house and I like to eat their soup and their chili. I’m going to miss the place.”

Randy Henry, who began visiting Burr’s about six years ago, also spoke fond-

ly about the now-closed ice cream parlor.

“I loved the place,” he said.

“The service was always great.

They had the best shakes around, really. I liked their banana shake. They were an iconic place. They will be missed in the community.”

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Burr’s Fountain, a local hangout and the go-to for ice cream in East Sac, is now closed.

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St. Francis senior signs with Concordia University to play softball St. Francis senior Arden Hatch has signed a National Letter-of-Intent to play softball at Concordia (Ore.) University next fall. “I chose the school because when I went on my visit I liked the weather and when I went on campus it felt like it was where I was supposed to be,� said Hatch. “They have an all turf field and I love to play that surface. I participated in the camp and got to walk the campus. It felt like everything was coming together.

It is such a cool opportunity and I could not pass up the chance to be part of it.�

Hatch will play for Cavaliers Head Coach Shelley Whitaker, who is entering her third season. The school is located in Portland, Ore., and participates in the Division II Great Northwest Athletic Conference. “It is such a dream,� said Hatch. “I remember attending a Sacramento State softball game when I was 10. I told my dad I want to do that (play college softball). He did not believe me. It slowly became more real as I continued playing. I get to fulfill my childhood dream.�

Hatch plans to study sports management and apply for the school’s Honor Program.

She made a career-high 16 appearances as a junior,

posting a 4-4 record with two saves a career-best 50 strikeouts. “They are a new Division II program after elevating from NAIA,� said Hatch. “I am one of the first Division II recruits to help bring up the elevation of the team.�

Hatch is part of a strong senior class that has high expectations this spring. “I am excited to pitch a lot more and play against the new teams in our league,� said Hatch. “I get to play against people I have been playing against but now I am the senior. I can’t wait to make that impact. I have really improved this last year and I am really proud of what I have done. I am excited to show them what I got.�

Hatch, who plays for the Dream Team Legacy outside of high school, joins three teammates in signing with collegiate programs including Chloe Smith (Villanova), Bella Valentine (Azusa Pacific) and Sydney Littles (Cal State East Bay). “It has been cool to have girls in my class all going through the same things,� said Hatch. “To have a big senior class is cool.�

Hatch will participate in the St. Francis Signing Day Celebration on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.

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The Song of Jackass Creek: New novel by former Valley Community Newspapers editor and longtime columnist released

By Monica Stark editor@valcomnews.com

After 25 years as a journalist and former small town weekly newspaper owner Darby Patterson released “The Song of Jackass Creek,” a story of a big city award-winning reporter who left a dangerous past only to encounter a story of a lifetime. When a battered body is discovered in Jackass Creek, Jesse Kilgore uses the skills he honed as an investigative reporter to help the town of Redbud come to grips with a brutal murder that’s fed animosities between the local timber operation and environmental activists. The future of a young Native American accused of the murder hangs in the balance. Redbud’s colorful locals consider how the politically charged killing might threaten their cherished mountain lifestyle and traditions.

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prevalent in today’s mystery novels , “The Song of Jackass Creek” comes to life with character development and plot instead of “blood and guts.” Some of the drama develops between environmentalists and the loggers. “Both sides of that debate have some truth on their side,” she said.

With this book, Darby said, “I wanted, in some way, to relive the experience of being among people who valued their environment and respected each other – to celebrate them and their lifestyle that is still alive and well across America.”

Having lived in a small town in the Sierras, with a population of 386 and having owned a weekly newspaper there, Darby said she could not get the character of those citizens of the mountain out of her mind. “It was such a unique experience to live among such diversity and acceptance.

And there was something so en-

tirely genuine about the people. I just needed to recall them in my story.”

That said, most of the characters in the book are based on real people, from the jocular guy who owns prize mules to the boss at the sawmill and the female bartender who wielded a crowbar when necessary. “I just loved being able to tell the stories of extraordinary ‘ordinary’ people as a writer and publisher of the weekly newspaper I owned in the mountains. That was such a privilege,” she said.

Other highlights of her career as a writer, include winning a journalism award for her coverage of the The Cleveland Fire up

by Kyburz in the early 1990s for the Sacramento Union. “Writing about the courage of the firefighters and great losses to people who lived up there was an important highlight in my career.”

As a very young person Darby read all of Agatha Christie’s books, then moved on to popular mystery writers such as John D. MacDonald, Robert B. Parker, and English mystery writers like Dorothy Sayers. “I liked the big, best-selling authors until they took up the trend of featuring a lot of violence and graphic descriptions. I don’t read them anymore, and my book is intentionally lacking those features,” she said.

Longtime readers of Valley Community Newspapers may recall her column, Midpoint Missives. With that column, she said, “I could let go with my sense of humor and have lots of fun, plus cause occasional controversy.”

Holding a high regard for the value of community newspapers, Darby said she was happy to contribute to Valley Community Newspapers. “It’s privilege of being invited into the life of a neighbor, to tell their story – to do a community service.”

Having lived in Sacramento for decades, Darby now lives near Sly Park.

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East Sacramento senior set to dance in her last Nutcracker for local Sac Civic Ballet On Dec. 15 and 16 at The Center at Twenty-Three Hundred, local dancer Ginny Rattan will be dancing in her final Christmas performances for East Sacramento ballet company, Sac Civic Ballet and the Deane Dance Center.

Born here in East Sacramento and dancing at Deane Dance Center since she was 3 years old, Ginny has quite the ballet resume. For the past five years, Ginny has been part of the Sac Civic Ballet Company founded by legendary Barbara Crockett and directed by Allyson Deane and Don Schwennesen. The pre-professional company, an honors company of the Regional Dance America, performs its own

one-act, narrated version of the “Nutcracker,” along with its original ballet, “Christmas Angels” every December. It also produces a spring ballet production each year, with past shows including such shows as “Giselle” and “Swan Lake,” and this spring’s new production, based on “The Girl of the Golden West.”

Ginny has had many memorable performances in all of these shows, and many more ballets too numerable to list.

She loves the Nutcracker and this year will be performing the role of the “Rose.” In past years she has especially loved dancing the part of “Marie,” known as Clara in some productions.

Participation in the local ballet’s productions is a fam-

ily affair. Ginny’s father, Pat Rattan, has performed several of the adult roles over the years, including Marie’s father in the Nutcracker’s party scene. This year he will add the role of Herr Siberhaus, as well. Ginny’s mother, Debbie, has been a vital component to every production.

She has been head chaperone, has been in charge of the company’s annual trips to the Regional Dance Festivals, and has played a lead role in coordinating and sewing costumes. Little sister, Meg, also danced at Deane Dance Center for many years.

Ginny’s dance training has taken her beyond the local experience. For the past four summers, Ginny has attendsee Nutcracker page 9

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Miracle on 34th Street now playing at SCC (Editor’s Note: Due to the unhealthy levels of smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County, Sacramento City College temporarily closed the campus until Monday, Nov. 26. The closure required City Theatre to delay the opening of Miracle on 34th Street, the Play until Dec. 1. In addition, the performance venue has been moved to the Art Court Theatre on the Sacramento City College campus. All previously purchased tickets will be honored at other performances.)

City Theatre at Sacramento City College celebrates the holiday season with Miracle on 34th Street, the Play. Adapted by Mountain Community Theater in 1982 from the novel by Valentine Davies and based upon the original 1947 film from 20th Century Fox, this family holiday classic is a fable of belief, love, decency and generosity and is sure to warm hearts during the winter. Adding to this spirit, there are two actors playing Kris Kringle who will alternate performing the role. Just as in the story, the play will perform between Thanks-

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ed several prestigious ballet summer intensive programs, including Houston Ballet, Boston Ballet, and the University of Utah. In addition, Ginny has competed at the Youth America Grand Prix ballet competition semi-finals five times. Ginny has also been able to share her love of dance with the younger generation by teaching Kinderballet classes at the Deane Dance Center. In addition to showcases and demonstrations around the community, Ginny has had the privilege of performing several times Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.

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From left to right: Ana Muntean as Doris Walker, Tim Sapanor as Kris Kringle, Lily Stribling as Susan Walker and Josh Caldwell as Fred Gayley

giving and Christmas. And as this is the giving season, City Theatre will be partnering with FOX40 and holding a holiday toy-drive benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. For every new and unwrapped toy donated for a hospitalized child, City Theatre will give the donor a $1.00 voucher good for any concession item during the production’s intermission.

The production opens on Saturday, December 1st at 7:30 pm

and plays through Sunday, December 16th. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays, with another special Saturday matinee, on December 15th at 2:00 pm. Performances will be held in the Art Court Theatre of the Performing Arts Center on campus at Sacramento City College, at 3835 Freeport Blvd, near Land Park in Sacramento. Ticket prices are $18 General Admission; and $15 Seniors,

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Ginny is a well-rounded young lady. In addition to the time she puts into dance and school, she is very active in her youth group at Fremont Presbyterian.

She serves on the leadership team and volunteers her time in children’s ministry. She spent her spring break last year on a mission trip to Mexico serving a local community through construction projects, medical care, and a children’s program. Homeschooled in her younger years, Ginny is currently a senior at Rio Americano High School. An excellent

student, she will graduate this coming June. She is planning on attending college to pursue a career in exercise physiology/athletic training, where she hopes to put her dance experience to good use helping other athletes set and achieve goals and stay in top performance condition. No doubt, Ginny Rattan, will share her love of ballet wherever she end up!

Ginny’s last shows are Dec. 15 at 2 and 7, and Dec. 16 at 2. All shows are at The Center at Twenty-Three Hundred, 2300 Sierra Blvd., Sacramento; tickets $10-$15, at door or deanedancecenter. com; 916-453-0226.

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SATURDAY, DEC. 8 HOLIDAY PARTY WITH THE PUPPET ART COMPANY – McKinley Library will hold its annual holiday celebration! The Puppet Art Company will present a holiday version of The Boy Who Cried Wolf. Afterward, stay for refreshments and visit with a special guest – Santa! This is a free, family program. Saturday, December 8 from 10:30 a.m. – noon at McKinley Library, 601 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento.

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dangerous by Macy’s vocational counselor, who plots to have Kris shanghaied to Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital, Kris ends up in a court competency hearing. Especially at stake is one little girl’s belief in Santa. In a dramatic decision, the court confirms Kris as the true Santa, allowing Susan and countless other children to experience the joy of childhood fantasy.

THE SOURCE MATERIAL Valentine Davies (19051961) was a film and television writer, producer, and director. He wrote the story for the 1947 film Miracle on 34th Street. Davies also did a novelization of the story, which was published as a novella in conjunction with the film release. Miracle on 34th Street earned him an Acad-

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tered event at saclibrary.bpt.me or watch for free from the 2nd floor balcony. Doors open at 1:30 p.m., tea is at 2 p.m., and dancing is at 3 p.m.

Sunday, December 9 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Galleria Main Hall at the Central Library, 828 I St, Sacramento.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12 ICE RINK STORYTIME @ THE DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO ICE RINK – Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers join children’s librarian Mr. Nate for fun songs, stories, and fingerplays, all designed to build early literacy skills and celebrate the wonder of winter, snow, and ice skating. Children 3+ are welcome to stay for storytime free of charge followed by private ice skating (at a cost) at the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink. Wednesday, December 12 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink, 701 K St, Sacramento.

THURSDAY, DEC. 13-SUNDAY, DEC. 16 6TH ANNUAL “LA PASTORELA DE SACRAMENTO” HOLIDAY MUSICAL: The Latino Center of Art and Culture (LCAC), Sacramento’s non-profit Latino art and cultural center, presents the 6th Annual “La Pastorela de Sacramento,” a popular holiday musical for kids and adults alike. This Pastorela is a clear-eyed example of political theater mixed with cultural traditions mixed with hope and holiday spirit and songs sung by El Coro de Sacramento, a bi-lingual choir formed

emy Award for Best Story. His other film credits include Chicken Every Sunday (1949), It Happens Every Spring (1949), The Bridges at Toko-Ri (1954), and The Benny Goodman Story (1955). He was nominated for the 1954 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for The Glenn Miller Story.

The original film vision of Miracle on 34th Street was released in 1947 by 20th Century Fox with George Seaton directing and winning the Academy Award for Best Screenplay. It starred Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood and Edmund Gwenn, who received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Kris Kringle. The movie received an Academy Award nomination for Best Motion Picture for 1947. The film has become a perennial Christmas favorite.

in 2017, directed by Carlos Mario Kandia.

They perform songs of hope and resistance-songs from the Chicano Civil Rights Movement and other social movements from Latin America and the United States. The repertoire is primarily from the ‘60s and ‘70s, songs which inspired and informed students, farmworkers and community activists including: “Quihubo Raza!,” “El Picket Sign,” “No Nos Moveran,” “Huelga En General,” “Un Son Para Mi Pueblo,”“Give Peace a Chance,” “We Shall Overcome” and “Blowin’ In the Wind.” For the Pastorela , there will be Spanish language Christmas favorites!

“La Pastorela de Sacramento” is a modern bilingual musical of Mexico’s traditional Christmas pageant. Satirical, poignant, moralistic, sly and romantic, with contemporary AND timeless subject matter. La Pastorela draws directly from current affairs in the best tradition of magical realism. The Latino Center of Art & Culture (LCAC) showcases talented local artists offering Sacramento a musical perfect for the spirit of the season. Director Nicole Limón, says “ We welcome all people--families, students, everyone!-- to come together-knowledge is power.”

The transformation of contemporary recognizable figures into four shepherds traditional is a new twist. Armando, a young developer about to score a major contract in Oak Park; Carmela, a Sacramento-born former Hollywood starlet who lost everything when she refused to sleep with her producer; Juan, an Af-

ghanistan war vet with PTSD, and Gila, a college student and homeless advocate face their moral dilemmas. They have to work together to help a homeless family (Mary and Joseph characters) and save the world from “fire, famine and pestilence”. The finale, with it’s dramatic battle of good VS. evil has audiences erupting into boos, cheers and song.

Written by Marie Acosta (LCAC Executive Director/San Francisco Mime Troupe alum), and Tomas Benitez (Plaza del La Raza/Teatro Café) the lively play brings together professional actors and community players. Original songs amplify the visual power of the show, which uses low-tech magic to great effect.

Details are as follows: The Guild Theater (Oak Park), 2828 35th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817 8 PM December 13-14-15, 2018 (Preshow Posada procession with El Coro de Sacramento 7:30 PM )* 2 PM December 16, 2018 matinee (Preshow Posada procession with El Coro de Sacramento 1:30 PM)* TIX: $15-Adults, $5-Children under 12 Tickets are available at Eventbrite: https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-la-pastorela-de-sacramento-tickets-52236905992 and at the LCAC, 2700 Front St., Sacramento 95818 For more information, call 916-446-5133, email jzapram@TheLatinoCenter.com or visit www.TheLatinoCenter.com The LCAC will have a holiday mercado in the theater lobby, along with snacks and drinks.

THE ADAPTORS Mountain Community Theater’s (MCT) version of Miracle on 34th Street began when the newly formed group’s founders wrote the script in 1982. Formed the same year by a collective of actors, Mountain Community Theater (MCT) is Santa Cruz County’s longest continuously running community theater company, which puts on live theatrical performances featuring and tailored to people living in the San Lorenzo Valley, Santa Cruz County, and beyond.

san. The production team includes Shawn Weinsheink (scenic design), Nicole Sevill (costume design), Cecilia P. Walsh (lighting design) and Scott Bailey (sound design)

THE PRODUCTION Miracle on 34th Street, the Play will be directed by Luther Hanson. With a cast of 30 actors, the production will feature Jes Gonzales and Tim Sapunor alternating as Kris Kringle, Ana Muntean as Doris Walker, Josh Caldwell as Fred Gayley, and Lily Stribling as Doris’ daughter Su-

ABOUT CITY THEATRE City Theatre is the performing arts program at Sacramento City College, part of the Los Rios Community College District, in Sacramento, California. City Theatre’s season consists of four Mainstage productions, two Storytime children’s productions, and the touring children’s troupe “Pennywhistle Players”. During the summer, the productions move outdoors as City Theatre producer the Sacramento Shakespeare Festival. The company welcomes all members of the community to audition and participate in their award-winning productions. see Miracle page 15 Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.

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REVISED FACT SHEET WHAT: City Theatre presents Miracle on 34th Street, the Play. Adapted by Mountain Community Theater.

From the novel by Valentine Davies. Based upon the 20th Century Fox motion picture Directed by Luther Hanson. FOX40’s Annual New Toy Drive for Shriners Hospitals.

WHERE (Revised): Performing Arts Center/Art Court Theatre Sacramento City College, 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento CA, 95822 WHEN (Revised): Dec 1 – Dec 16, 2018 Opening: Saturday, Nov 1 at 7:30 pm Regular Performance Times: Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Additional Performance: Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2:00 pm TICKET PURCHASES: Ticket pricing: $18-$10 Online: citytheatre.net Box Office: One hour before curtain WHO: Source Writer: Valentine Davies Adaptation by: Mountain Community Theater Based upon: the 20th Century Fox motion picture Director: Luther Hanson Cast: Marfa Al Bakry, Lovelyn Balbarino, Harley Brune, Josh Caldwell, Brian Carthan, Shá Cole, Alex Cortez, Oscar Flores, Christian Garcia, Jes Gonzales, Stephen Gonzales, Fallon Jones, Maya Jones, Mia Matista, Ana Muntean, Holly Nicola, Cody Owens, Isacc Pendelton, Brianna Pietri, Vicky Ponce, Gillian Rains, Tim Sapunor, Daryl Savage, Rosalind Smith, Xavier Spencer, Lily Stribling, Kristopher Thao, David Valdez, Margaux Warren, and Johnna Wood Scenic Design: Shawn Weinsheink Costume Design: Nicole Sivell Lighting Design: Cecilia P. Walsh Sound Design: Scott Bailey Production Stage Manager: Amy Cunningham Valley Community Newspapers, Inc.

Acrylics Artist Melissa Andrews Dabbles in a Variety of Mediums and Interesting Subjects

By Jan Dalske

Melissa will be the first to tell you that she has dabbled in a variety of mediums over the years. She started painting about ten years ago. She was inspired by an extended trip to Europe. While she was there, she noticed what she described as “so many cool images”, and wanted to see if and what she could replicate. Her maiden name is Artman, so possibly, she was destined to be creative.

Her Dad was a technical illustrator and artist in his own right.

She paints with acrylics primarily, but has recently started creating her art work with markers. Her first pet portrait was a birthday gift for her daughter’s friend. She loved a picture of their Jack Russell terrier, Jackson, and set out to duplicate it on canvas. She liked the end result and the picture was very well received. So, Melissa started wondering if people would pay money to have a portrait painted of their pets. And, she was surprised to find out that they would.

No, the pets don’t “sit for their pictures”, even though Melissa feels that it would be great fun. She works from a favorite photo of the “client”. She says that she has not kept track, but she has probably done between thirty and forty, and each one of them was a true labor of love.

Melissa says that “My challenge is to capture, with paint-on-canvass, the ‘soul’ of the animal – basically, it’s in the eyes. Pets/animals are my favorite subject. Most of my clients are people who’ve seen one of my paintings – either a friend, in my office, or exhibited somewhere.

They make a truly unique, one-of-a-kind gift. People seem to like the ‘life and realism.’ I feel a piece of my heart goes out with each painting to the recipient, into their home. As an animal lover, I know the importance our precious pets have in our lives”.

About a year ago, she approached the owner of a new business in Land Park who was looking for local

artists to show in her store . . . Garden Party Tea & Coffee, which is located at 5972 S Land Park Drive in Sacramento, CA. You can call them at (916) 431-7408.

The owner, Elizabeth Moseby, has been a wonderful outlet for her and there “umpteen pieces” hanging on her shop’s walls. Melissa has also created an entire line of paintings incorporating tea pots, many of them with animals, which has provided her with “endless hours of amusement”.

Earlier this year, she started doing what she calls ‘zentangle’ designs. These are images from repetitive patterns.

The artwork started with a pineapple design for her coworker’s birthday. “Again, I jumped in with both hands (mixed metaphor LOL) and now have a collection of Sharpie pens that any artist would envy – every color of the rainbow, metallic, glitter – and a bunch of new pictures” shares Melissa. This evolved into note cards which are also at the Garden Party and more re-

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cently at Crawford’s Books next to Hollywood Hardware in Land Park.

Most of her paintings have been done as a challenge to herself, simply to see if she can do it. She strives for realism but her husband thinks she sees color differently from most people because her work is very colorful. He recently coined the phrase ‘art that makes people happy’ in conjunction with her line of note cards. Melissa says, “How sweet, eh?

But with all humility, he’s right – when I watch people look at my art it’s very common for them to smile”. Melissa creates most of her art work on her couch in her living room, or while wandering around the house, preferring to work in a smaller format. And, she is assisted by one her three inquisitive cats. Melissa can be reached at the Valley Community Newspapers’ Land Park Office at 916 429-9901 and via email at melissandrews@ comcast.net Her website – MelissaAndrews.com – is under construction.

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