Shirley Zecher is an artist and art instructor from North Florida. She is a member of the Art League of North Florida and the Gateway Art Gallery, as well as a prolific artist, often working with mixed media such as acrylic painting, painting gourds, and other media. Shirley is a passionate volunteer, often lending her time and skills to various events, as well as teaching acrylic painting classes each month at the Gallery. Last year, she volunteered to teach the Young Da Vinci summer art program, which the kids loved and look forward to again this year. Shirley has an innate understanding of color and its effects, which is evident in her work. Her artwork is vibrant and expressive, often conveying a vivid sense of emotion. She is a gifted artist, and her passion for art can be seen in her commitment to teaching and volunteering.