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Our current exhibit has the gallery walls beautifully adorned with a wide array of artistic mediums. The 49th Annual High School Art Show features paintings, sculpture, printmaking, pencil and ink drawings, and mixed media pieces. Art education encourages students to explore different mediums not only to meet educational standards, but also to develop and refine their creative skills.
As you meander through the exhibit, you may notice a natural progression in both technique and expression. Instructors often guide younger students more closely, emphasizing foundational technical skills, while older students are given greater freedom to apply and expand upon what they have learned. As you stroll through the gallery, allow yourself a respite from everyday concerns and step into a world shaped by the imagination and talent of these young artists.
Logan resident Edith Schick recently brought her sister, Letha Glaum of Manhattan, Kansas, to enjoy the High School Art Show. As it happens, Letha’s granddaughter, who lives in Germany, is quite an artist herself. Edith and Letha delighted in snapping photos of the artwork and texting them overseas. What a marvel it is that inspiration found in Logan, Kansas, can be instantly shared with a young artist in Germany. Moments like these beautifully fulfill the purpose of the High School Art Show—to encourage and inspire creativity across generations and even across continents.
There are many exciting opportunities ahead through the Museum’s continuing education schedule. If you follow social media, you’ve likely noticed that so-called “granny hobbies” — sewing, crocheting, knitting, and similar handcrafts — are enjoying a resurgence in popularity. The Museum is pleased to respond to that interest by offering a Crochet for Beginners class on Saturday, February 21st. Participants will learn how to properly hold the hook and yarn, master basic stitches, and read simple crochet patterns. If you have ever looked at a crochet pattern, you know it can seem like a foreign language — and in a way, it is! Space is limited, so don’t delay if you would like to try your hand at crocheting.
Next on the schedule is Mixed Media Painting with Sandy Seamone on Saturday, February 28th, and Sunday, March 1st. Sandy will take a western approach during this creative weekend, painting a working cowboy on Saturday and a painted pony on Sunday. An experienced instructor, Sandy specializes in guiding beginners through the painting process. Her lighthearted and encouraging style makes the class both educational and enjoyable.
On March 7th, the Museum is pleased to welcome Monica Sellens back to teach fabric-wrapped baskets. Just in time for Easter, participants will learn how to transform cotton clothesline rope, fabric of their choosing, and provided supplies into a beautiful, handcrafted basket. Basic sewing skills are required, and participants need to bring their own sewing machine. Register online at www.hansenmuseum.org under the Classes and Workshops tab or by calling the Museum at 785-689-4846.
The Hansen Museum continues to be a place where creativity, learning, and community come together. Whether you are visiting the High School Art Show, participating in a class, or simply stopping by for a quiet moment of inspiration, there is always something new to discover. We hope to see YOU at the Museum.
