Vibrant symmetrical shapes, cheerful grandmothers, abstract swimming fish, and tranquil waterfalls are some of the many art displays that can be found at the Diablo Valley College Library’s art exhibit, WATER.

The purpose of the exhibits is to reflect ideas, contemplative views, and to spark stimulating conversation among one another.

An assortment of art, culture, diversity, literature, antiquity and political affairs are displayed to promote awareness within the community.

Each piece has been created and contributed by students, community members, or faculty.

“I guess you can call me crazy,” said Balmuth while explaining her fascination with geometric shapes and her mother’s wrinkled complexion.

Meanwhile, Walter Crew shaped his art, “Florida Beach Girl” from a picture he took of a mysterious girl sitting on a striking beach in Miami. “I never knew her…I learned to take pictures sneakily then I painted from there.”

Crew has had 102 paintings displayed in one exhibit and has presented four shows of his own. His art has consisted of a variety of digital scratch, mixed media acrylic, oil, and pastel techniques.

WATER will be held until October 7 at the DVC Library from 7:45 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. – 3.pm. Friday, and noon-4 p.m. Saturday.

Editors note: An earlier version of this article included a painting entitled “My Mother @ 95” which was not apart of the exhibit.