History Fort Lauderdale<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> presents\u00a0Paradise Under Palmettos<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0from Thursday, July 10th through Sunday, September 7th. This FREE summer fine art exhibit, highlighting Florida\u2019s wildlife and untamed beauty, will feature works by award-winning artist\u00a0Tim Forman<\/strong>\u00a0plus local artists\u00a0Tammy Seymour,\u00a0Hitomi Saito,\u00a0Stephanie Leyden, Marene Downs, Heather Neiman, Sara Schesser Bartra\u00a0and\u00a0Danielle Perry. A free\u00a0meet and greet with the artists\u00a0will take place on Thursday, July 10th from 6 \u2013 8pm at the New River Inn Museum of History building on History Fort Lauderdale\u2019s campus (231 SW 2nd Avenue). Complimentary light bites and beverages will be provided. RSVP HERE<\/mark><\/a>.<\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.themiamiartscene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/history-fort-lauderdale_paradise-under-palmettos_tim-forman.png?resize=630%2C629&ssl=1\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\u201cFor the past several years, we\u2019ve looked forward to showcasing the tranquil beauty and lush landscape oil paintings of Fort Lauderdale\u2019s own master artist Tim Forman,\u201d said Patricia Zeiler, executive director of History Fort Lauderdale. \u201cThis summer, we\u2019re thrilled to complement Tim\u2019s work with new artists who offer playful wildlife moments and memories. We invite visitors of all ages to join us for this stunning exhibit that captures the colorful and creative spirit of Florida.\u201d<\/h4>\n
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<\/a>\u201cRoseate Pink\u201d, 20 x 24 inches, Oil on Canvas by Tim Forman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\nTim Forman is the third generation of Formans to have been born and reared in South Florida. He first picked up the brush at nine years old under the instruction of Peter Olsen. By 17, Forman was receiving commissions. Primarily a self-taught artist, Forman\u2019s work is the result of dedicated practice. He uses field sketches, plein air paintings, and photographs to compose his pieces that are painted in layers with both knife and brush. He creates his landscapes to portray the splendor and simplicity of the natural world around us. Through his work, Tim seeks to lift the spirits and inspire awe above our day-to-day lives.<\/h4>\n
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<\/a>\u201cPink Sunset\u201d by Tim Forman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\nHistory Fort Lauderdale<\/mark><\/a>\u00a0is open seven days a week\u00a0from 10am \u2013 4pm\u00a0with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3pm, (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under.<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\u201cFor the past several years, we\u2019ve looked forward to showcasing the tranquil beauty and lush landscape oil paintings of Fort Lauderdale\u2019s own master artist Tim Forman,\u201d said Patricia Zeiler, executive director of History Fort Lauderdale. \u201cThis summer, we\u2019re thrilled to complement Tim\u2019s work with new artists who offer playful wildlife moments and memories. We invite visitors of all ages to join us for this stunning exhibit that captures the colorful and creative spirit of Florida.\u201d<\/h4>\n
<\/a>Tim Forman is the third generation of Formans to have been born and reared in South Florida. He first picked up the brush at nine years old under the instruction of Peter Olsen. By 17, Forman was receiving commissions. Primarily a self-taught artist, Forman\u2019s work is the result of dedicated practice. He uses field sketches, plein air paintings, and photographs to compose his pieces that are painted in layers with both knife and brush. He creates his landscapes to portray the splendor and simplicity of the natural world around us. Through his work, Tim seeks to lift the spirits and inspire awe above our day-to-day lives.<\/h4>\n
<\/a>History Fort Lauderdale<\/mark><\/a>\u00a0is open seven days a week\u00a0from 10am \u2013 4pm\u00a0with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3pm, (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under.<\/h4>\n
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