New exhibit opens: Impact NE Artists: “Impact Best”

West Nebraska Arts Center, with generous sponsorship from Kosman,Inc., is pleased to present “Impact Best” -- an art exhibit created by artists from every corner of Nebraska.  The opening date is Thursday, July 31st, with a reception in the gallery from 5-7 p.m. The reception is FREE and open to the public and refreshments will be served. The show will run through Saturday, August 30^th, 2014.

For "Impact Best" there are no rules and no limits – each distinguished artist offers his or her signature work. Impact NE Artist’s thematic shows have always inspired their artists to creative inventions. But in the privacy of their studios, throughout their careers, they have pursued a private vision, which is what Impact Best is all about. Abstract designs, horses, a quilt, a Belly Dancer, pottery, batik, metal sculptures, and landscapes painted with the wind in your face – each artist delves into his or her passion to contribute to a show that is sure please.

Impact NE Artsits is a non-profit, visual arts organization founded in 1985 with a mission to educate through outreach programs and exhibitions. Impact maintains a membership of twenty-three Nebraskans who work in a broad range of disciplines, styles, and directions, and who reside in every part of the state. Artists are elected through an independent jury. Each member is committed to four years, participating in all programs, exhibitions, and meetings. Many of the founding members continue to be a part of the organization, a testament to their level of commitment and perhaps a persuasive reason the organization continues to enjoy success.

Current Impact members include Roberta Barnes, Halsey; Wava Best, North Platte; Jo Brown, Lincoln; Patricia Coslor, Sargent; Ben Darling, Sidney; Judy Greff, Ashland; Debra Joy Groesser, Ralston; Susan Hart, Cozad; Janna Harsch, Greenwood; Rick Johnson, McCook; Beth Jasnoch, Kearney; Howard Kaye, Lincoln; Sammy Lynn, Glenvil; Julia Noyes, Lincoln; Sharon T. Ohmberger, Firth; Amy Sadle, Syracuse; Patty Scarborough, Geneva; Donna Schimonitz, Lincoln; Patsy Smith, Brady; Kit Watson, Chadron; Sandra K. Meyer, North Platte; Michael Montag, Omaha; and Norma Stevens, McCook.

From its inception, Impact has been recognized for its record of professionalism and creative expression. Membership is limited to Nebraska artists, nationally recognized within their respective artistic disciplines. Past exhibitions have been shown in large and small venues, regionally and nationally. Impact continues a record of consistently innovative shows, which generate interest as well as provide quality educational experiences.

Impact Nebraska Artists offers four major exhibition packages which rotate during a four year cycle. For more information visit their website at www.impact

You can view the exhibit July 31st through August 30th. NOTE:  WNAC will be closed Sunday, August 31st for the holiday.  Visit the gallery Tuesday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.  Closed Mondays. Gallery admission is FREE and open to the public. 

 

The West Nebraska Arts Center is a cultural non-profit organization committed to education, awareness and excellence in the arts, serving the North Platte Valley Region. WNAC is located at 106 East 18^th Street in Scottsbluff, NE. To learn more visit www.thewnac.com or find us on facebook.

The Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency, has supported this program through its matching grants program funded by the Nebraska Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org for information on how the Nebraska Arts Council can assist your organization, or how you can support the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.