More than 30 Lincoln Community High School students and local budding artists will present their works in the “Young Artists” exhibit debuting at the Lincoln Art Institute on May 10. LCHS senior Anastasia Cerchi’s vibrant seascape is just one of the many paintings, drawings, pastels and ceramics that will be on display in the show.

 

Logan County's Young Artists to be featured at May Art Show
Artists reception this Thursday evening

[May 08, 2018]   LINCOLN - Logan County Arts and the Lincoln Art Institute are readying the gallery for their May exhibit, which will showcase recent artworks by students of Lincoln Community High School and by other budding artists from this area. The show will debut with a reception from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 10 at the Lincoln Art Institute, 112 S. McLean St, Lincoln, on the Square.

As in the past several years, LCHS students have been guided this year by Fine Arts instructor Carol Washburn, and more than 30 students will be presenting their projects in the exhibit. The students enjoy working in a variety of media, with painting and drawing the most popular, followed closely by ceramics and pastels. Sophomores, juniors and seniors will participate, with experience ranging from one to four art courses at the school. Several have already shown at past Young Artist shows at the Art Institute. Other local young artists have been taking private lessons or including art in their home school activities.

Almost all the student artists plan to continue their art activities after graduation, either in their work or leisure time. Senior Anastasia Cerchi says she will continue “for sure!”, as she plans a career in graphic design. Other students recognize the relevance of their art experience to careers in teaching, illustration, publishing or as stylists.

Even students who think their work will take them in other directions cite the value of artwork as a hobby. Sophomore Kyleigh VanCleve says that “drawing to keep peaceful” will be helpful in her career, while senior Mallorie Pollock notes, “I feel like it helps me de-stress and makes me feel accomplished when I’m finally done.”

According to Art Institute Curator Moses Pinkerton, this is the seventh year that the arts group and the local gallery have co-sponsored this event, giving youth the opportunity to present their talents to the whole community and feel the excitement of showing works in a professional gallery environment.

After opening night, the show will be available for viewing until May 22 by chance or appointment. For an appointment, people may call Pinkerton at 217-651-8355.

Also available at the “Young Artists” opening will be information on the June, 2018 show, in which LCA members will approach their artwork with “A Different Perspective.” Nonmembers can also show artworks consistent with the theme by paying a small display fee. Any nonmember interested in doing this should contact Pinkerton.

[Pamela Moriearty]