Pontiac, Michigan (November 6, 2003) -- The Office of Arts, Culture & Film presents a lecture and demonstration by Robert Manisalco entitled The Creative Process on Thursday, November 20, 2003, from noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Oakland County Lecture Hall. Mr. Manisalco will paint a portrait during the session while commenting on the artistic processes involved and professional tips relating to the fine arts.

As founder of the Maniscalco Gallery of Fine Art in Grosse Pointe, Robert has helped established and emerging artists exhibit their work. Currently, he serves as President of the Wayne County Council for Arts, History & Humanities. Robert is a national award winning portrait artist whose works can be found in over 450 private and public collections. His painting demonstrations have been very well received in North America so don't miss this rare opportunity to see a master at work.

The presentation will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2003 from noon to 1 p.m. in the Oakland County Lecture Hall, Building 49 West on the County campus at 1200 N. Telegraph Road, in Pontiac.