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Please join us for the opening reception of “Fine Feathered Friends” featuring the work of Shane Hickrod. from 6pm - 8pm. The artist’s latest imaginings captures a flock of birds finding themselves in various poses and situations. This new body of work continues in his vibrant style of vivid colors in complex layers. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available behind the building during this event.

The exhibit will be available through April 21st.

About the Artist:

As many of us do, Shane started drawing and sketching as a child. But at the age of 18 he saw a retrospective of Francis Bacon paintings at the MOMA in New York City, which made a lasting impression on him. So much so, that he went on to graduate from USI with a BS in Art.

Constantly inspired by the world around him, he engages in his environment directly by enjoying active hobbies like skateboarding and bicycling. He finds those activities meditative, “but with the threat of bodily harm.” Irreverent, intense, and humorous, Shane’s robust view of the world readily influences his style of painting and sculpture. His work is often painted on large canvases, fitting for an artist who lives life in a big way.

"Art statements seem kind of pointless to me and historically have ruined my impression of some works of art. I like ambiguity especially in regards to visual art. I feel that when a piece is left on its own, it encourages an open dialogue with the viewer and through this collaboration meaning is found. We all have our own experiences and baggage that we bring to the conversation. The titles I give my work are usually only a description of some part of the piece; a color or some other embellishment that distinguishes one from another. I really only do this to make it easier to inventory because I feel that anything more than that would be leading and unnecessary. I want the viewers to be able and relate to my work in their own way.

Click here to view Shane Hickrod’s work.

Please join us on October 25th for the opening reception of “From Hither and Yon” featuring the landscape paintings of Iris Gentry and Maggie Shively. We will take you on a journey around local scenes, their travels, and former places called home.

Gentry's work is based on familiar settings and recent travels to the Maine coast. Her gift of capturing the serene invites us to linger and rediscover the beauty in our community as well as travel through her eyes.

Shively has chased beauty from coast to coast. Reveling in the vistas of Colorado and Southampton. After many years away from her Evansville home, she returned to rediscover the beauty of this area. Join us to explore her journey and see these vistas captured just for us.

This exhibit will present the artists’ recent work in oil and pastels. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available behind the building during this event.

The exhibit will be available November 12th.

Click here to view Iris Gentry’s available work

Click here to view Maggie Shively’s available work

Please join us on October 4th for the opening reception and award presentations for the Monochrome Photography Juried Show.

There is a misconception that monochrome photography is synonymous with black & white. Monochrome photos are photos that contain variations of only one color and nothing else. This could be different shades of blue, green, or grey, for example. Think back to vintage sepia or cyanotype photographs. These styles were common before the digital age or even color film.

There are various ways to create monochrome photos. For instance, find a scene that has only one color and capture. Most cameras have many in-camera functions that can allow one to create differing levels of contrast or other desired effects. Alternatively, post-processing tools can be used to create monochrome photos.

This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available behind the building during this event.

The exhibit will be available through October 22nd.

Please join us on September 6th for the opening reception of “Color Therapy” featuring the paintings of Lisa DeLucio. If you love a pop of color, you are gonna love Lisa's style. We sure do! Say goodbye to those boring neutrals, we've got your color therapy right here!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜“Color Therapy” Artist Statement:

I discovered a late in life creative outlet when I began taking painting classes from another artist, who is also a good friend, about 6 years ago.

Through my creative journey I have found my passion is in all things color! I lean towards the abstract and quirky side of things. Sometimes I have a vision but rarely does it end up where I thought it might go. Intuition seems to take over and I go with it!

My paintings always have lots of color, which brings me great joy! If I made you smile, all the better. I am constantly learning and experimenting, so many mediums yet to try!

While I am no Picasso, I do love his quote:

“Why do two colors put one next to the other, sing?”

Lisa DeLucio

This exhibit will present the artist’s recent work that is awash in vibrant colors and patterns. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available behind the building during this event.

The exhibit will be available through September 24th.

Click here to view Lisa DeLucio’s work.

Please join us for the opening reception of “From the Ground Up” featuring the work of Shane Hickrod. The artist’s latest work continues in his minimalist, single subject style with vibrant colors, depth of texture and complexity. The subject of this new body of work is flowers and trees. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available behind the building during this event.

The exhibit will be available through July 9th.

Artist Statement for “From the Ground Up”:

Much like real flowers and trees, this show started from a seed. The seed was the idea to simply paint flowers (the trees came along later). With time, the seed took root and spouted into a garden. These flowers and trees were not intended to grow in any particular way, but were allowed to grow wild and define themselves. They were created through a series of layering and scraping away as if tilling soil. From that soil, this show grew from the ground up.

About the Artist:

As many of us do, Shane started drawing and sketching as a child. But at the age of 18 he saw a retrospective of Francis Bacon paintings at the MOMA in New York City, which made a lasting impression on him. So much so, that he went on to graduate from USI with a BS in Art.

Constantly inspired by the world around him, he engages in his environment directly by enjoying active hobbies like skateboarding and bicycling. He finds those activities meditative, “but with the threat of bodily harm.” Irreverent, intense, and humorous, Shane’s robust view of the world readily influences his style of painting and sculpture. His work is often painted on large canvases, fitting for an artist who lives life in a big way.

"Art statements seem kind of pointless to me and historically have ruined my impression of some works of art. I like ambiguity especially in regards to visual art. I feel that when a piece is left on its own, it encourages an open dialogue with the viewer and through this collaboration meaning is found. We all have our own experiences and baggage that we bring to the conversation. The titles I give my work are usually only a description of some part of the piece; a color or some other embellishment that distinguishes one from another. I really only do this to make it easier to inventory because I feel that anything more than that would be leading and unnecessary. I want the viewers to be able and relate to my work in their own way.

Click here to view Shane Hickrod’s work.

On May 17th, 2019, join us for the Opening Reception of “Divergence” featuring the artwork of Michael Pittman. This new body of work reflects the artist's style of drawing from an eclectic variety of styles and an openness that allows a painting to develop through a dichotomy of control versus chaos. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking available behind building during this event.

The exhibit will be available through June 1st.

Artist’s Statement:

I begin a painting with no preconceived outcome in mind. I simply make marks and random shapes from edge to edge. From there I create order by identifying areas of interest and finding relationships between them to begin the process of building structure.

The eclectic variety in my numerous styles is the product of allowing mistakes to be a part of the art making process. I embrace the dichotomy of control versus chaos, employing a plethora of textures, colors and mediums while trying not to limit myself to any single style or form. The demands of the painting are revealed stoke by stroke until it finally shapes into its own identity.

I always have at least five paintings in progress at once and every painting session will involve each of them. I make no attempt to herd them into a series, preferring to draw upon 50 years of acquired technique and meander wherever the art spirit takes me. My artwork is simply an extension of my openness, innate curiosity and inquisitive mind. The paintings are driven by whatever it is I am feeling at the moment. One layer at a time, I allow each painting to simply “become.”

Click here to view Michael Pittman’s work.