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How The Crane was born .....

Beverly's interest in The Village of the Arts began after attending the initial ceremony and the Grand
Opening six years ago. She continued to enjoy Village events over the years, never thinking that she would
one day be a gallery owner. On a visit to the Village last spring,  Beverly saw a “For Sale” sign on a gallery.
Her thoughts quickly went from that of a visitor enjoying gallery hopping to her vision of creating an art gallery.   

The Dancing Crane was born!

Beverly came to the art gallery business as a result of art courses in college, studying oil painting in
Ogunquit, Maine, and numerous classes in multi-media at The Torpedo Factory in Alexandria, VA, her
former home. With a keen interest in the diversity and beauty of many art forms, sketch pads were constant
companions on her travels. Fashion and design were also a part of her experience and interests.
 

After college, she spent a year in Japan where she worked with the Ministry of Education to develop
educational films for the purpose of educating those in other countries, including the United States, about
the Japanese culture and people.   She had an English Speaking Language Course on Japanese
television, taught English at a Tokyo university and Hongo High School .  Mitsubishi and Fuji Film
executives were also her students.  She studied Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging.
 

A wonderful aspect of The Dancing Crane Gallery is the diversity of art and the creativity of the many fine
artists who exhibit there. The gallery provides a place where artists and guests mingle during Art Walks
and other events in an atmosphere that is relaxed and friendly as they enjoy the gallery rooms and the
lovely gardens.

Beverly and her husband George reside in Bradenton, Florida. 

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