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Derivative Soft Opening

June 3, 2020Allyson WalkerUncategorized

The Emporia Arts Center will host a soft opening for “Derivative” an exhibition by Leon Morrow, in the Trusler Gallery, 815 Commercial St., from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, June 5, 2020 during the Emporia First Friday Art Walk. The exhibition will be on display through June 26, 2020.

Born and raised in Emporia, KS with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from ESU, Leon searches for creativity in his everyday life. He explores diverse concepts with his work, taking inspiration from words, phrases, and situations. Leon’s medium of choice is a mixture of acrylic paint and colored pencil.

All exhibitions in the Trusler Gallery of the Emporia Arts Center are free to the public. EAC will be enforcing social distancing and well-being guidelines during this reception, by limiting gallery visitors and taking other precautions, for more information on EAC’s COVID-19 response, please call (620) 343 – 6473. EAC’s new reduced hours are Tuesday – Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

We’re Re-Opening!

June 3, 2020Allyson WalkerUncategorized

The Emporia Arts Center will re-open it’s doors to the public, Tuesday, June 9. Hand sanitizer will be available at both first floor entrances and each floor but staff will also follow an enhanced cleaning schedule of frequently touched surfaces. Anyone visiting the building will be asked to follow EAC’s guidelines to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, and guests.

The Glaser Art Store and Trusler Gallery will both be open to the public. Experiencing art in its many forms allows us to gain perspective and lifts us up.

EAC asks all visitors abide by the following guidelines:

Wear a mask/face covering at all times while in the building
If you are ill, please stay home
Practice social distancing, recommended 6 feet
Follow the arrows throughout the building
Cough in the crook of your arm or a tissue
No public restrooms
Limit touching items in the Gift Store

Camera Club Exhibition

May 14, 2020Allyson WalkerUncategorized

Camera Club Exhibition

EAC is proud to share with you the Emporia Camera Club’s Annual Exhibition.

Founded in 1964, Emporia Camera Club is now in its 57th year of providing programs, instruction, and community to anyone interested in photography. See more about the Emporia Camera Club on their Facebook page here.

VOTE FOR PEOPLE’S CHOICE HERE: https://www.survey-maker.com/poll2923106x8e0e43F0-85

We are thrilled to announce that all of the work in this exhibition is available for purchase as prints. Pricing and size information is listed below each title.

To purchase a print, please contact Shayli Gentry, Gallery Coordinator by emailing sgentry@emporiaksarts.org or calling/leaving a voice message for Shayli at the Arts Center (620) 343-6473

Artists spotlights will be available daily, May 18 – May 22, on our Facebook page.

James Aber

Kongsfjord River
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250
Secluded Beach
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250
Tundra Bog
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250

Susan Aber

Gravel Pit
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250
Kongsfjord River
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250
North Cape
Photo Print, 12″ x 20″ – $250

Alex Hawley

Burlington, 2019
Photo Print, 11″ x 14″ – $150
Emporia, 2020
Photo Print, 11″ x 14″ – $150
Lyndon, 2019
Photo Print, 11″ x 14″ – $150

Corky Heller

Windmill at Golden Hour
Pricing Available for Custom Print
Morning’s Catch
Pricing Available for Custom Print
Search for Nectar
Pricing Available for Custom Print

Duane Henrikson

Frog Legs for Supper
Printed on wood & Framed – $190
Mauve Sunset in the Flint Hills
A Triplicate Photo Printed on Metal – $280
Sunset Surprise
Printed on Art Paper, Matted – $200.00

Dave Leiker

Sunrise Bottle Feeding
Photo Print, 18″x24″ – $250
Wild Mustangs: Head Press
Photo Print, 12″ x 15″ – $250
Lab Glass and Magnolias
Photo Print, 12″ x 15″ – $250

ALERT

May 5, 2020Allyson WalkerUncategorized

The Emporia Arts Center staff is closely monitoring concerns related to spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Our top priority remains the health, safety, and well-being of our community, including students, instructors, and the general public.

Please check out our website and take a virtual tour of our Trusler Gallery and also check out our Emporia Arts Council Facebook page for at home do it yourself projects.

All of EAC will be closed until May 18 to the public and our programming and gallery exhibits are suspended until further notice. Thank you for your support in these trying times.

Dawn Young, Executive Director

BLOWOUT 2020 PIECES

April 2, 2020Allyson WalkerUncategorized

BROWSE BLOWOUT 2020

This national invitational exhibition marks the 20th anniversary of the ESU Glass Blowout. We are deeply saddened that the event will not be held this year due to public health and safety. Even though this amazing exhibit is not open to the public during this time we invite you to join us in celebrating the positive contribution that this event has had on the education and development of many students over the last 20 years.

For a video-walk through of the gallery click here or visit our Facebook page.

This exhibit features work created by ESU Art Alumni who have participated in the Blowout in the past. Pieces have come from near and far and are a true representation of the diverse and eclectic work that this program has produced.

We are thrilled to announce that all of the work in this exhibition is available for purchase.

Pieces are listed below, alphabetically by artists last name, with details and prices. Additional photos of work available upon request. To purchase please contact EAC Gallery Coordinator, Shayli Gentry, by e-mailing sgentry@emporiaksarts.org. After emailing Shayli will contact you to proceed with any purchase. Purchases must be requested over e-mail at this time as EAC’s office is closed due to COVID-19.

Miguel Alaniz

Read Miguel’s Bio Here

Geniuses – 2019

$650