Artist Dinah Mirson will release her first art book, FERNANDO Live. Laugh. Love., as part of a solo art show and reception at Wellington Village Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. The art show opened on Feb. 3 and will be on display until April 7.
Mirson is a self-taught, mid-century artist from New Jersey with a background in English, art history and studio art from Rutgers University. She previously had a business career in character licensing at United Media Enterprises/Scripps in New York City and finance in Palm Beach before becoming a full-time artist.
Mirson’s artwork is inspired by modern artists like Peter Max, Keith Haring and Romeo Britto. She focuses on using bright colors to create positive energy and fun, predominantly painting animals.
The subject of most of her work is her dog, Fernando, a 10-year-old retired show dog and credentialed therapy dog who was voted Palm Beach Illustrated Cutest Pet of the Year in 2021.
“I began my career in design and licensing for Charles Schulz at United Feature Syndicate,” Mirson explained. “My dog, Fernando, is my modern-day Snoopy, providing unique perspectives and wisdom in the backstory of each painting.”
Mirson’s “That’s Fernando” brand maintains an active social media presence, primarily on Instagram @thats_Fernando, with around 14,000 followers, sharing humor and positive energy. Learn more about Mirson and Fernando at www.thatsfernando.com.
