“The Right Stuff” by L.T. Bunning, charcoal and white on paper, 24 x 20 inches, Collection of the artist.

“SZP Grounded ‘05” by Dorothy Orr, watercolor on paper, 34 x 27 inches, Collection of the artist.

SANTA PAULA, CA – In recent months, visitors to The Art of Aviation exhibition at the Santa Paula Art Museum have been invited to cast their votes for their choice of best artwork. The aviation-themed exhibition features art by over 30 artists working in a variety of media. Hundreds of ballots were tallied, and the Museum is thrilled to announce the People’s Choice Award winners.

First place was awarded to Santa Paula artist Dorothy Orr and her stormy watercolor entitled “SZP Grounded ’05.” Camarillo artist L.T. Bunning was honored with second place for her charcoal drawing entitled “The Right Stuff.” Tied for third place were Los Angeles County artists Sergio Hernandez and Beverly Lazor for their oil paintings entitled “Low Pass” and “Anticipation,” respectively.

The Art of Aviation is a group art show produced in partnership between the Santa Paula Art Museum and the Aviation Museum of Santa Paula. The exhibit is a tribute to Santa Paula and Ventura County’s historic and contemporary aviation culture. Many of the artworks on display were painted on location at the famous Santa Paula Airport, established in 1930. Visitors can view all of the winning works and many more now through October 16, 2016, at the Santa Paula Art Museum.

The Santa Paula Art Museum is located at 117 North Tenth Street in downtown Santa Paula. The Museum’s regular hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Regular admission is $4.00 for adults, $3.00 for seniors, and is free for museum members and students. For more information, please contact the Museum at (805) 525-5554 or info@santapaulaartmuseum.org.