Opening with a reception on Friday, Aug. 6, Orcas Center lobby will see the culmination of more than 50 years of Frank Loudin’s imagination and artistic talents.

“From a sexy redhead to rusty pick-ups and weathered barns to miniature waterfalls with hidden fairy castles to aerobatic biplanes, Frank’s work leads you through a world of insatiable observation and cultivated imagination,” say organizers. “Looking through this collection of watercolors, even the casual observer will be struck by the variety of stories that filter through the display.”

As the title of his instructtional book, “Capture the Charm of Your Hometown in Watercolor,” implies, Loudin finds inspiration just down the road or in a neighborhood backyard.

His early career is represented by paintings reaching as far back as the 1950s right up to yesterday.

“I’m in the business of making people happy, whether reminding them of their past or pointing out a bit of charm right there in

front of them,” Loudin said.

The reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The show will close on Sept. 1.