Current Exhibitions
June 5-27 Opening Reception: June 5, 5-7pmFinding and Making Identity in Nebraska Andrei Sorokin This exhibition showcases the work of artists identifying themselves as new Nebraskans and new Americans. View works that have combined influences of the artists’ native country with those from living in the United States. Participating artists: Khamisa Abdalla, Maisun Allahiq, Inna Kulagina, Enriqueta Martinez, Wah Wah Moo, Gabriela Vlad Moscu, Inna Novikova, Pa Saw and Andrei Sorokin
the Pillow Talk Conner Mckissack Ceramics Artist-in-Residence, Conner Mckissack, presents wheel thrown and altered works in porcelain produced during his residency at Lux Center for the Arts. This work uses an intimate conversation between objects to suggest an ease to both the material and the construction process. |
Upcoming Classes
Check out all the Lux Center has to offer! Classes for youth, teens, adults, the whole family! There's something for everyone, from beginners interested in trying something new to experts looking to hone their skills.
NEW! You can now register for classes online, click here to find out how!
To see what is currently being offered download our Summer 2009 registration form PDF, or call us at 402-466-8692.
Download our registration guidelines for answers to frequently asked questions
Textiles Around the Globe
As you travel to far off places, learn about the traditional pattern and designs of people in countries like India and Madagascar. Different materials and methods will be explored each week to help student create colorful works on paper and fabrics. Projects will include stenciling, batik, stamping and more.
Class# YFIB-02 Sat., Aug. 8 - 29, 1-2:30pm
Instructor: Natalie Nelson
Tuition: $60 (Lux Members $54)
Romance at Lux: Date Nights
Looking for a special and unique evening out? Bring your date, your spouse, or your partner for an evening of romance and art making. Whether it is your first date or your 50th, you'll spend a creative Friday evening playing in clay, creating a print or collaborating on painting. Materials, music and light hors d'oeuvres provided. Bring your own wine!
Class# FAM-05 Fri., July 24, 7-9pm
Class# FAM-06 Fri., Aug. 21, 7-9pm
Instructor: Artist in Residence
Tuition: $50 per couple (Lux Members $45)
Earring Variations
Students will design and fabricate several earring styles in this class. Learn to make all the components from ear wires and posts, to jump rings and dangles. Basic soldering and shaping will be explored. Students will be encouraged to incorporate alternative and found materials in their earring creations.
Class# MET-02 Mon., July 13 - Aug. 17, 6:30-8:30pm
Instructor: Jess Starkel
Tuition: $140 (Lux Members $126)
Go to classes for: Adults Youth & Teens Families
LUX Museum
April 10 – August 25, 2009
Gladys M. Lux Print Exhibition : Spring and Summer Pastimes
Fletcher Martin
This selection of newly framed prints from the Gladys M. Lux print collections is on exhibit in the remodeled Gladys M. Lux Print Collection Gallery. This exhibition presents images of returning waterfowl, summer sports, and leisure activities. Among artists included are Joseph Hirsch, Frank Benson, Gordon Grant and Fletcher Martin....
Thank You to Recent LUX Center Program Sponsors
We would like to share our sincere appreciation for recent sponsors of our education programming at Lux Center for the Arts. Thank you to the following individuals and businesses:
- Lincoln Sower's Club - Scholarships for Youth
- Donna Burdic - Donation of Ceramic Kiln
- Sarah Bauman & Miles Bryant - Donation of Enameling Kiln
- Starla Stensaas - Donation of Paper Making Equipment
- Doug & Mary Campbell - New Founder Member
- Doug & Amy Kramer - New Founder Member
Proud Member of Community Services Fund
Twenty five non-profits including Lux Center for the Arts are part of the Community Services Fund. The CSF is a workplace fundraising coalition joining with more than 85 Lincoln and Lancaster employers to allow employees to make donations through payroll deductions.
To find out if your employer is a participating business or how it can join, call the Community Services Fund at 402-489-4332, or visit their website: >communityservicesfund.org.
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Community Arts Afternoon
Sun, Aug 2, 1-4pm
Free and Open to the Public
LUX Center for the Arts
photo by Dave Kleopfer
Lux Center for the Arts will host its annual Community Arts Afternoon, Sunday, August 2 from 1-4pm. Community Arts Afternoon features hands-on art projects for children and adults, art-making demonstrations, outdoor mural painting and live music. Visitors can enter to win a free adult or youth class while at the event. Ceramic bowls made by Lux students and instructors will be available for $10 each. All proceeds from bowl sales supports Lux Center for the Arts’ need-based scholarship program for youth. Admission to the event is free. Community Arts Afternoon is a creative event for the whole family.
The Art of Fine Craft 2009
A National Juried Exhibition
October 1 - November 8, 2009
Elder Gallery, Nebraska Wesleyan University
A juried exhibition to showcase the best work in fine craft including ceramics, glass, textiles, fibers, metalwork, jewelry, woodworking and printmaking. The exhibition is held in conjunction with Art of Fine Craft conference, October 1-2, 2009, a biennial conference produced by Lux Center for the Arts and Nebraska Wesleyan University. Jurors include Sonya Clark, Jason Briggs, Victoria Goro-Rapoport, and Jess Starkel.
$30 entry for up to three works
Postmark deadline: July 1, 2009
$500 Best of Show, $150 Juror's Choice Awards
Download a prospectus here!
Details on the Art of Fine Craft conference
Online conference registration available.
Contact Jenni Brant from more information.
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