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Berto Ortega was born in New York City. Throughout his career, he as intently studied the masters, and most recently expanded his studies at an exclusive atelier headed by one of the premiere portrait artist in the world today.
Hosted by Friends of Canaveral
which is recognized under IRS Section 501(c)(3) as a tax-exempt publicly supported organization  and organized under the state of Florida as a non-profit corporation.
A beautifully restored 1922 Dutch Colonial frame house
Learn more about their life experiences, see their work, and visit their web sites.  The more you know, the more you’ll enjoy the plein air experience!

Thank You!
You are one of our very special Friends -

Patrons, Artists, Volunteers, Hosts, Restaurants, and all who helped us make the 2011 Canaveral Seashore Paint Out a tremendous success. Together we raised funds to support the children’s Educational Pavilion and programs at the Seashore.


On behalf of the National Park Service and the Friends of Canaveral, we thank you! 

The Canaveral Seashore Paint Out
"The View from Turtle Mound"

- by Linda Blondheim -


"The View from Turtle Mound," by Linda Blondheim, was purchased by the Friends of Canaveral and presented to Myrna Palfrey, Superintendent of Canaveral National Seashore, at the Eldora Gala on Saturday, October 29. The painting, a 24"x 20" acrylic,  will become a part of the National Park Service's permanent collection in the new Visitor Information Center, in commemoration of the second annual Canaveral Seashore Plein Air Paint Out. The Information Center is now under construction in the park, and expected to be completed in 2012.

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Friends of Canaveral invite you to join us at the Eldora State House,Canaveral National Seashore for an afternoon of holiday spirit, refreshments and music."