Post II: Event Review

For all of those who believe Lincoln Nebraska to be a small town void of culture, dare to take a walk across campus to the junction of 48th and Huntington. There you will find a hidden Art Center known commonly as The Lux Center for the Arts . A bright children’s mural shadows the back entrance, and a love of art can be felt from the moment of entrance.

Exquisitely hidden in University Plaza it can barely be found, marked only by a side sign stating simply “Art”. Walking throughout the building there is evidence of the different interests. This includes clay pots that fund their children’s classes ( on sale for 10 dollars a piece), a bicycle designed for the Tour of Lincoln, and a pottery seminar. This shows some of the different opportunities available for artists; ranging from tots and elementary students to college preparation and college credit courses. They also offer adult classes and opportunities for up-and-coming artist including the First Friday’s program. During the first Friday of every month there is the opening of a new exhibit, including snacks and a reception. During these events onlookers are given the chance to not only view the art, but also to ask questions and interact with the artists themselves.

During the current First Friday exhibit the focus was glass art titled Exploring the Human Form. The pieces included works of Martin Blank, Robert Carlson, Dino Rosin, and Leah Wingfield, all focused on the beauty of the human form. The pieces ranged from detailed Buddhist pieces, to more abstract creations such as those of Martin Blank . All pieces were available for purchase throughout the evening. The artist featured in First Friday range from local to national artist in all mediums. The Glass Invitational will be open through the 29th of September, so take a chance and cross the street to the world of new art and explore the human form.