Jonathan Deutsch, M.D. To Exhibit In April At PCFL Gallery In Franklin Lakes, N.J.

Online, April 2, 2011 (Newswire.com) - The Gallery of the Presbyterian Church at Franklin Lakes is pleased to present the works of artist Jonathan Deutsch for the month of April. Dr. Deutsch has explored his fascination with both art and medicine through the study and practice of each concentration. As a teenager, Jonathan was mentored in painting and sculpture by Ion Theodore while attending the Horace Mann School in Riverdale, New York. He has continued to paint and sculpt into his adult life. Jonathan's early studies in art provided a basis upon which to build not only his skills as an artist, but importantly served in a complimentary way to enhance his competence and ability to observe, examine, diagnose and provide treatment to patients. Each field of study became mutually interdependent and has provided a means to improve upon the understanding of what is seen and being investigated.

Jonathan lives and works in northern New Jersey. He is fortunate to have a wife and three children for inspiration and love. Jonathan started painting with acrylics as a teen during the 1970s and continued working with acrylics and oils during his studies at the University of Rochester. He continues to enjoy experimenting with different styles, techniques and motifs. Recently he started using encaustics. This technique dates back thousands of years and is quite durable. His passion for art has continued long since completing his academic training. For Jonathan, art is a calling similar to that of medicine. It gives him a voice that he would otherwise not have to express himself. In this way it is restorative and timeless.

Currently Jonathan is involved in the research and development of new pharmaceutical agents, including oncology therapies, as well as aesthetic medicine.

Jonathan's artwork has been exhibited in a variety of venues and collections. He maintains a website where some of his work is posted for viewing: www.jonathan-deutsch.com

The Gallery of the Presbyterian Church at Franklin Lakes is open Tuesday-Friday 9AM-3PM and Saturday 9:30-11:30AM. The Gallery is located at 730 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417, 201-891-0511 or [email protected]. To contact the artist Email: [email protected].