Evening on the Avenue, is a nostalgic look back to a time when families strolled America's Main Streets to mix and meet and conduct business.

A clearing dusk paints the scene with a silvery softness as gas lamps and windows blaze gold and amber; rain-washed pavement adds a festive glow.

The painting has a symbolic message: the peacefulness and serenity of traditional communities are still the heart of any nation.