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17th Annual Juried Show

APRIL 11 – MAY 29

Join us for the vibrant celebration of local and regional artistry as we mark the 17th Annual Juried Show, a testament to the creative pulse of Northeast Nebraska. This year’s showcase promises a captivating array of artistic talent, highlighting the diverse and dynamic works of our community’s gifted artists.

We are honored to announce Turner McGehee from Hastings College as our esteemed juror for this year’s exhibition. A distinguished figure in the world of visual arts, Professor McGehee brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our event. As a Professor of Visual Arts and a cornerstone of the Hastings College Art Department since 1983, his passion for printmaking, drawing, and art history resonates through his illustrious career.

Professor McGehee’s artistic journey spans prestigious exhibitions across renowned institutions such as the Joslyn Museum, Sioux City Art Center, and the Contemporary Art Center of Virginia, to name a few. His works have graced galleries not only across the United States but also internationally, leaving an indelible mark in Taipei, Amsterdam, and Buchenbach.

With an impressive academic background in psychology from Washington and Lee University and an MFA in printmaking from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, Professor McGehee embodies a fusion of artistry and academia. His insightful lectures on topics ranging from the ancient Maya’s art to the psychology of creativity showcase his multifaceted understanding of the artistic realm.

This year, the Hastings College Art Department collaborates with the juried show, adding another layer of creative synergy to this esteemed event. Together, we aim to create an immersive and inspiring experience that celebrates the richness of local and regional art while honoring the expertise and discernment of Professor Turner McGehee.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the world of artistic brilliance at our 17th Annual Juried Show. Embrace the creativity, diversity, and vision that define our vibrant community’s artistic tapestry.

Reagan D. Pufall – Gallery Artist

JUNE 6 – AUGUST 29

Experience the captivating intersection of art and community in our upcoming summer exhibition by Reagan D. Pufall. Immerse yourself in a unique journey as Pufall, a distinguished artist, visited our art center on two occasions to meticulously scan the faces of Norfolk community members. The result? A stunning display of 3D prints that beautifully encapsulate the essence and diversity of our local community.

This exhibition takes a special focus on the Ponca Tribe elders, a testament to Pufall’s meaningful connection while in the community. Having traveled to the Ponca Tribe during their annual Powwow, Pufall was granted the honor of capturing the likenesses of the esteemed elders. The result is a collection that not only celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Ponca Tribe but also serves as a visual narrative of the artist’s deep respect for the traditions and individuals he encountered.

Join us from JUNE 6 to AUGUST 29 as we showcase these evocative 3D prints, inviting you to explore the intricate details of each face and the stories they hold. Pufall’s masterful work invites reflection on the interconnectedness of art, culture, and the vibrant tapestry of our community. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this extraordinary exhibition that beautifully bridges the gap between artistic expression and the spirit of community.

Reagan Davis Pufall was shaped by his childhood growing up in North Dakota. Its long cold winters coupled with short and stormy summers instilled in him a permanent sense of restlessness and the drama of nature. Winter days trapped indoors by bitter cold led him to adopt a lifelong habit of reading. He reads broadly, and in his youth particularly enjoyed exploring the worlds presented in classic fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and the ancient mythology of many cultures. Once winter lifted the warming spring weather would lead him outdoors to explore the open countryside around him; away from the worlds contained in books and into the wide open world of the northern plains. Later, his family moved south to Nebraska, which has a more moderate four seasons climate. Ironically, this shift inverted his calendar; now it was the bright and bracing – but not bitterly cold – days of winter that lured him out into the natural world of the prairies.
In high school he was introduced to photography by a teacher who encouraged both his still life and landscape work. At first his work focused primarily on landscapes, and he loved the hiking and camping that were required to capture those images. However, he eventually found that ground had already been well explored and captured by the photographers and painters who had come before him. During and after the years he spent at the San Francisco Art Institute, he returned to the studio and began creating his own landscapes, inspired to bring into tangible existence the worlds he had encountered in the real and fictional stories of his youthful reading. Currently he lives in Omaha Nebraska where he teaches Art and Design

SEPTEMBER 5 – NOVEMBER 26
HOLLY KRANKER/CASEY CALLAHAN – Gallery Artists

BRIAN FINN – Atrium Artist

DECEMBER 5 – FEBRUARY 27

JORDYNE VANSELOW – Gallery Artist

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