HILLSIDE FINE ART
Steve Harrison is relaxed, confident and hopeful, sitting at the desk of Claremont's newest art gallery, Hillside Fine Art. “I’m pleased with the way the gallery looks," he says. "All of the artists are members of the California Art Club, full-time professional artists. That's what I wanted, a certain quality in the art.” Hillside Fine Art features California representational art in the traditional style, scenes of classic and contemporary venues throughout the state. The gallery was born from Steve’s love of art, coming into full development after his recent retirement from 33 years of teaching. “I do miss the kids,” he says, about his previous career. “But I knew I wanted to do something after teaching, and I’ve always loved and collected art. Why not open a gallery?” The gallery's pastel green walls are covered