BIO Barbara Eberhart is known for her large-scale realistic florals in oil. Her career as a professional artist spans over 40 years in Hawaii and California, and her work is part of countless private collections. Barbara earned her BFA from California State University, Sacramento before moving to Hawaii, where she lived for 32 years. There she was awarded the State Acquisition Award where her work was purchased for Hawaii’s state permanent collection. In 2014, Barbara relocated back to her home state California. She loves creating artwork that depicts the California flora and fauna, and her murals can be seen in public and private venues in Hawaii and in Santa Barbara. Barbara enjoys passing on the joy of creativity, and holds workshops and classes throughout Southern California. Barbara has continued to show her artwork extensively since relocating to California, and is excited about the new directions with abstracts the California culture and atmosphere are inspiring in her. ARTISTS STATEMENT: “I wholeheartedly believe in the restorative powers of art. Through my paintings and murals I hope to bestow a moment of stillness and beauty to my viewers and collectors.“