CRESTON ARTS PRESENTS: PERCUSSIVE MAINTENANCE

June 25, 2025. CRESTON, IA - Creston Arts welcomes the expressionist artwork of Abstract Artist Patrick Leer.

This exhibit will consist of bright, lively abstract paintings and mixed media on canvas and paper, painted intuitively in a contemporary expressionist style. Leer’s work is an infusion of energy and optimism. He chooses to combat negativity with vibrant colors and bold strokes on canvas and paper.

Opening Reception

The public is invited to an artist’s reception from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Creston Arts Depot Gallery, 116 W. Adams St. Light refreshments will be served. Visitors from the Independence Day festivities are encouraged to see the exhibit. 

The exhibit will be open to the public for July. Gallery admission is free. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The gallery is closed on weekends. 

About the Artist

Patrick is primarily self-taught as an artist. His work has developed over the past 20 years, starting with more representative work and gradually becoming more abstract. Leer has shown in many exhibits across the United States and is a member of the Des Moines area painters group “Paint Pushers” (2018-present), and a member of the gallery committee at the Ankeny Art Center (2023-present) in Ankeny, IA.

About Creston Arts

Creston Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit that has served the Creston Area since 1977. Our mission is to enrich the lives of Southwest Iowans by bridging the community to the arts through the coordination, advancement, promotion, and administration of all phases of the arts in Creston and the surrounding area. For more information, a calendar of upcoming events, or to make a donation to further our mission, visit www.crestonarts.org or call 641-351-7634.

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