During a recent government meeting, discussions centered around the search for two missing paintings by the artist Neddy Lincoln, who was noted for her landscape works. The paintings, one of which was previously displayed in a Presbyterian church, have reportedly vanished during cleaning efforts or may be in private homes. Currently, only three of Lincoln's paintings are known to exist, with one having been located at a university but also now unaccounted for.
The meeting highlighted the community's interest in locating these artworks, with a call for anyone with information or leads to come forward. Unfortunately, no photographs of the paintings are available, complicating the search.
In a related note, a participant shared insights from a recent visit to the Stan Hewitt property, where they learned about Gertrude, the wife of the estate's owner, who was also an accomplished painter. This connection sparked interest in the potential similarities between the works of Lincoln and Gertrude, as both artists shared comparable life experiences, including winter painting trips to Laguna Beach and hosting art classes for their peers.
The meeting underscored the cultural significance of these artists and the community's desire to preserve their legacies through the recovery of their lost works.