That concern is seen in his current show. Inside the map are several empty nests. Pappas was an art professor for more than 40 years at USF and was chairman of its fine arts department. The public is invited to a free opening reception, to meet the artist and view his works, from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. The exhibit continues through May 27.
Admission is free.
Verriest, a Californian transplanted from Detroit, is a commercial illustrator who also does fine art. His satirical and humorous pieces tend to focus on the darker side of the human condition. Floridian Neri creates somewhat surreal situations in her lushly textured and boldly colored oil paintings that translate situations into sensations. Barrett is an established Bay area artist who enjoys national recognition. His color- drenched, theatrical paintings have appeared in numerous art magazines.