Larry Dierdorff, a longtime muralist in Redlands, California, is the featured artist at the Redlands Art Association from June 13 to July 10, 2026. The exhibition showcases nearly 50 of his smaller canvas paintings, offering a departure from his usual large-scale murals. Dierdorff has painted nearly 20 murals across downtown and local schools over decades, and this show highlights his shift to canvas work, which he describes as more neurologically demanding and detail-oriented.
This exhibition matters because it spotlights a local artist whose public murals have shaped Redlands' visual identity for years, influencing younger artists like fellow muralist Christine Curry. Dierdorff's move to canvas reveals his adaptability and artistic range, blending realism with visual distortions inspired by Norman Rockwell and John Singer Sargent. The show also underscores the role of community art associations in supporting regional talent and fostering intergenerational artistic connections.