The West of Lincoln Project was a grant awarded, solo exhibition by painter Ruth Chase, featuring 13 paintings that explore the history of Venice, California. Through a series of 12 portrait paintings and one painting that included audio-visual, Chase traces the lives of local residents, capturing their personal stories. Click here to learn more about the project.

West of Lincoln
acrylic on canvas, audio video
48 x 60
Second Chance
acrylic on canvas, 36 x 36
Never Forget Where You Came From, Always Remember Where You’re Going
acrylic on canvas, 48 x 48
Untitled
acrylic on canvas, 36  x 36
The Deeper We Go, The Brighter We Shine
acrylic on canvas, 30 x 30
Summer Breeze, Community Love
acrylic on canvas, 36 x 36
Place Of Strength
acrylic on canvas, 36 x 36
I Surrender
acrylic on canvas, 48 × 48
Fear is a Liar, by Ruth Chase West of Lincoln Project Venice Ca
Fear Is A Liar
acrylic on canvas, 48 × 48
Not Just Me Anymore
acrylic on canvas, 36 x 36
Stronger Than You Realize
48 x 48
My Life Depends On It
acrylic on canvas,  42 x 42
Spirit Of The Moment
acrylic on canvas, 48 × 48
West of Lincoln Project Opening Reception at Venice Arts, Venice, CA.
Opening West of Lincoln Project 2017
Leonard Duran posing with friends in front of the painting of him.