Zelda Fitzgerald was known for her wit, flare for fashion, unbridled desire to live her life on her terms during a time where society preferred women to be accessories. “Excuse me for being so intellectual. I know you would prefer something nice and feminine and affectionate.”― Zelda Fitzgerald, Dear Scott, Dearest Zelda: The Love Letters of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald.
Zelda was a gifted writer, painter and dancer.
In the days when letters and postcards were the way one would correspond with friends, we have invited local artists to imagine that they received a postcard from Zelda and this show is their response. Some of those local artists include: Deanna Chilian, Rhonda Davis, Dawn Eareckson, Cheryl Eugenia Barnes, Annie Gustely, Elise Okrend, Debbie Palminteri, Kyley Shurrona and Joyce Thornburg (at this writing).
For five years, Aurora Studio & Gallery has hosted special events highlighting this Fitzgerald as she represents the spirit of an artist. Like the artists who partake in Aurora Studio, her life was affected by trauma; mental health issues and hospitalizations. She persevered, chronicling her life through her art. She persevered until her untimely death on March 10, 1948 during the Highland Hospital Fire.
Aurora Studio & Gallery is a supportive art studio for artists who have been impacted by mental health needs, substance use or being unhoused.