"Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude" Artist Talks & Closing Reception

20 North Gallery to host “Moments in Latitude” Artist Talks & Closing Reception
Artists Leslie Dietsch & Jerry Gray to speak at free event

Toledo, OH—June 12, 2026           On Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 2 – 5 p.m., 20 North Gallery will host the exhibiting artists of “Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude,” for a free and open-to-the-public Artist Talks & Closing Reception. The two-person exhibition of traditional and alternative landscape in painting and photography features oil paintings by Erie, Michigan artist Leslie Dietsch and physically-manipulated photography by Toledo, Ohio artist Jerry Gray.

The Artist Talks & Closing Reception begins with mingling from 2 – 3 p.m. Leslie Dietsch will begin her Artist Talk at 3 p.m. and Jerry Gray will begin his Artist Talk at 3:30 p.m.; a brief Q&A will follow each presentation. Following the artist presentations, attendees are welcome to enjoy further one-on-one conversation with the artists until 5 p.m. Light refreshments will be served, with a cash bar by Venue. Reservations are not required, but are appreciated to ensure adequate seating. Contact 20 North Gallery for more information or to reserve a seat: 419-241-2400 or [email protected].

“Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude” pairs Dietsch’s oils in exhibition with physically-manipulated monoprints by Gray—forming a transportive installation of landscapes. Portraying the beauty of the Great Lakes and its environs, Dietsch’s paintings capture an intimate and at times nostalgic view of rural and maritime scenes. Dietsch’s paintings on canvas and panel preserve a place and moment in time, recording the distinguishing ways the elements influence the scene. Gray’s alternative prints memorialize moments from hiking and cross-country travel, manipulating the images in an exploration of the malleability of memory. Through a variety of processes, Gray hand-works his unique monoprints on paper or acetate, which are pinned to panel, like a collection of artifacts welcoming closer study. Both exhibiting artists of “Moments in Latitude” hand-made the frames for their distinct and individual series featured in this exhibition. The exhibition continues through June 21, 2026.

Leslie Dietsch (Erie, Michigan) graduated from The University of Toledo (Toledo, Ohio) and pursued further studies at Scottsdale Artist School (Scottsdale, Arizona). Her landscape paintings have been exhibited in regional shows, earning her numerous juried honors. Dietsch’s artworks form part of public and private permanent collections across the Midwest, including the collection of Henry Ford Health (Detroit, Michigan). Dietsch is an active member of the Toledo Artists’ Club and the Athena Art Society, in addition to serving as Chair for the Point Place Area Art Committee.

Jerry Gray (Toledo, Ohio) studied commercial and graphic art, graduating from Terra State Community College (Fremont, Ohio) in 2000. As a gallerist and arts event coordinator, Gray has organized and curated nearly 200 exhibitions and arts events throughout Toledo, Ohio. As a regular participant in local and regional shows since 2000, Gray has exhibited his own illustration, printmaking, sculpture, painting and photography in multiple shows annually, at venues and institutions including Bozarts Fine Art and Music Gallery (Toledo, Ohio), the Collingwood Arts Center (Toledo, Ohio) and 555 Arts (Detroit, Michigan).

In addition to the featured exhibit, 20 North Gallery also displays glass, sculpture, paintings and jewelry by noted artists of the region. Gallery hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays from noon to 4p.m.

The “Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude” online exhibition catalogue, containing artist information, art images and artwork prices is posted on the exhibit page at 20northgallery.com.

What:    “Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude” Artist Talks & Closing Reception
Where:  20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair Street, (Downtown) Toledo, Ohio  43604, 419-241-2400
When:   June 21, 2026, 2 – 5 p.m.

Gallery Hours
Wednesday – Saturday:
Noon – 4 p.m.
and By Appointment

Free Artist Talk: Sunday, June 21, 2026, 2 – 5 p.m. Reservations recommended via: [email protected] / 419-241-2400.

For More Information Contact: Condessa Croninger (Art Director) or visit www.20northgallery.com