Excitement was in the air the evening of the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Art Gallery of Viera’s new location. Executive Director, Suzan Brooks, wields the scissors as gallery members, Melbourne Chamber of Commerce representatives and guests look on. The party went on into the evening as the public fell in love with the new space.
Present in the photo are gallery founders, Lou Ann Weeks, 2nd from left, Jeanette Drake, Jerry Hanzl, Suzan Brooks (with scissors) Bobbi Q. Brown and myself, Helen Wheatley.
Next to me to the right is Ann Johnsrud. Ann is an Interior Decorator and member of the gallery, who adds a special benefit to the gallery. She is able to help select artwork for her clients or will help them select furnishings and fabrics that will enhance and co-ordinate with their private art collections in addition to being able to help them choose the perfect placement for their art.

