Robert M. Allen and Ariana Allen - The Tides

The "Tides" exhibit is a collaborative showcase by father-daughter duo Robert Allen and Ariana Allen, blending their shared passion for art and the healing power of nature. Robert Allen, born in Chicago, completed his residency in psychiatry at Rush University, where he also held his first art show. Over the years, Robert has exhibited his art extensively across Southwest Florida both publicly and in galleries. His painting “After Dark” recently won the acclaimed “People’s Choice” award at the Sidney Bern Davis Art Center. Ariana Allen, born in Fort Myers, Florida, is an ophthalmology resident at Duke University, where she also completed medical school. Her art has been featured at the Ukrainian Art Festival in Durham and her painting “Eye on Ukraine” was recently showcased in The Ophthalmologist’s 2024 Art of Eyes edition. Together, their works in “Tides” explore the intersection of art, nature, and wellness, offering viewers a serene and restorative experience through the coastal landscapes they both cherish.