Just as Rehoboth Beach residents are saying goodbye to summer and parking meters, they will soon be saying goodbye to a popular local artist. Anita Peghini-Raber, artist, tango dancer and owner of Anita Peghini-Raber Gallery on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth, will be taking her talents to Brooklyn.

A native of Zurich, Switzerland, Peghini-Raber said, "It's just an expansion of me as an artist. It seems like it's a good idea. I love driving the bridges." Known for her colorful style of dress, Peghini-Raber speaks three languages plus a little Italian, said she has been doing exhibitions in New York City. Peghini-Raber said Pablo Picasso is one of her biggest inspirations as an artist. Her Picasso-inspired paintings brought her international attention.

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