Experience the beauty of East Dallas through the eyes of two local artists in Nature & Memory, now showing at The Gallery at YAM — a creative space located in the heart of Lake Highlands, just minutes from White Rock Lake.

Adam Velte, a Lake Highlands-based photographer, finds daily inspiration on his walks around White Rock Lake. His serene, painterly photographs capture the quiet magic of the natural world — from graceful birds like the beloved WRL bald eagles to moody downtown Dallas vistas at night. Adam’s work evokes a sense of calm and connection, bringing the outdoors into any space.

Silvia Thornton, a seasoned multimedia artist with deep roots in the Dallas-Fort Worth art scene, presents bold acrylic landscapes shaped by her upbringing between Florida’s lush riverbanks and the Arizona desert. Based in East Dallas, Silvia uses color, emotion, and memory to craft images that feel both familiar and imaginative — a fusion of nature, personal history, and artistic intuition.

Whether you're a longtime White Rock neighbor, an East Dallas creative, or simply someone who loves thoughtful, local art — this exhibit offers a fresh way to reconnect with the natural beauty and emotional texture of the places we call home.

Visit Nature & Memory at The Gallery at YAM in Lake Highlands. On view through mid-June.