Author Anne Paris will be the featured lecturer at the Westerville Art League's next meeting Feb. 24, according to a press release.

Paris is the author of Standing at Water's Edge, a book that helps artists move past fear and other roadblocks to find the power of creative immersion. Paris is a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping artists and other creative people reach their potential. She has practiced psychotherapy for 25 years and founded the Cincinnati Center for Self Psychology, a training and education center for mental-health professionals.

Paris' lecture will begin at 7 p.m. at the Westerville Public Library, 126 S. State St. Refreshments will be served and the meeting is open to the public. There will be a short business meeting prior to the lecture.

For more information about the Westerville Art League, visit www.westervilleartleague.50megs.com.