 It took 17 years to complete and now a self-taught artist from Grand Rapids will unveil his African menagerie at the reef center. Brian Jarvie has spent up to 20 hours a day to create the masterpiece. He has specialized in wildlife painting for nearly 25 years. Jarvie has traveled to Africa several times to do research on the project. This piece consists of more than 200 animal species painted on seven panels. Jarvie will take his exhibition on tour that will make stops in Kansas, New Jersey, and Ohio. The menagerie will debut at the Grand Rapids Reef Center from 6 until 8 o'clock Saturday evening. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news, please consider subscribing to our channel. Thanks for watching. We'll see you next time. Consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.