Leeper, Doris, 1929-

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Birth 1929-04-04
Death 2000-04-11

Biographical notes:

Doris "Doc" Leeper was a renowned Florida artist and environmental activist. In 1961 Leeper left the commercial graphics field to work in sculpture and painting full-time and has works in almost 100 public collections. After she moved to New Smyrna Beach in 1958, Leeper became very involved with the protection of the Canaveral Seashore and a leader in environmental protection. She was also instrumental in founding the Atlantic Center for the Arts, an internationally renowned artists community. She died in New Smyrna on April 11, 2000.

From the description of Doris Leeper papers, 1951-1999. (University of Tampa). WorldCat record id: 252046285

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Subjects:

  • Art
  • Artists
  • Arts
  • Conservation of natural resources

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Places:

  • Florida (as recorded)
  • Canaveral National Seashore (Fla.) (as recorded)