Board of Directors:

Tommy Littleton/Chairman:Tommy is a business owner from Birmingham, Alabama and has loved Howard, his art, and Paradise Gardens for many years. Above all, however, Tommy appreciates Howard's ministry as a pastor, evangelist, preacher and prophet to the world through his art. Tommy is himself an evangelist and missionary, and has worked in outreach around the world. He helps with the Gardens and festivals, and misses Howard deeply. Tommy is glad, as well as grateful to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors and as Chaplain of Paradise Gardens.

Dale Schaefer: Dale is also a business owner from Birmingham, Alabama who is a long time fan of Howard's art. He has collected Folk Art since the 1980's and is friends with many of the artists, including Howard. Dale often visited Paradise Gardens with his wife, Gladys, and their children. Dale believes strongly in the preservation of the Gardens and is glad to be a part of the Board of Directors.

Cynthia Wilson: Cynthia resides in Summerville, Georgia and works as a florist and domestic engineer (Homemaker). As a lifelong friend of Beverly Finster, Howard's daughter, she has a long history in connection with Paradise Gardens and has worked tirelessly in the past to help with painting, cleaning, restoration and general upkeep of the Gardens. She also is valued for her help with the festivals and art shows that take place at the Gardens. She loved Howard deeply and is a virtual family member ever since marrying Eddie Wilson, Howard's grandson. When the Gardens developed a Board of Directors, Beverly asked Cynthia to serve. She accepted and remains to this day a founding board member. Cynthia feels blessed to be a part of God's work at Paradise Gardens and looks forward to seeing Howard's vision fulfilled. She serves as Secretary for the Board of Directors.

Darrell Hand: Darrell resides in Birmingham, Alabama, and works as a UBS financial advisor. More info about Darrell to come soon.

Chuck Beech: Chuck resides in Birmingham, Alabama, and works as an insurance analyst.
More info about Chuck to come soon.

C.M. and Kelly Laster: C.M. and Kelly, along with their new daughter Ruby Elvis Rose live in Crofton, Kentucky. They are full-time artists and attend shows and festivals all around the country. They have many loyal fans and collectors and a growing popularity in the Folk Art community. Their history with Howard and with Paradise Gardens goes back many years from personal pilgrimages to the Gardens, as well as attending Finster Fest, music revivals and conducting recycled art projects for children with Howard in the Gardens. They have an Art Car, the "Laster Blaster", and have served the Board for many years.