LeMoyne Arts is delighted to reprise Women Among Us: Portraits of Strength with a whole new collection! Local, accomplished women, aged 65 or older, are featured in this exhibition of environmental photographic portraits. Each large-format portrait is enriched by a short poem and an engaging biographical story. The collection, a collaboration of Becki Rutta, Mary Jane Ryals, Carol Lynne Knight, Linda Hall, and Eleanor Dietrich, was created to honor these powerful women.
Woman Among Us: Portraits of Strength recognizes a diverse group of women, over age 65, by exhibiting large-format photographic portraits & telling their stories. Their strength, spirit, & joy are revealed in these powerful portraits by Becki Rutta. Accompanying texts of interviews & poems tell more about their passions and lifelong dedication to following their dreams & also touching the lives of so many in our community. Exhibits include elected officials, educators, artists, activists & scientists. This exhibit is sponsored by Katee Tully and Janet Hinkle.
LeMoyne’s annual Art & Soul Celebration Silent Auction will also be on display during this time. Art & Soul Celebration raises funds to support LeMoyne’s diverse programming and art studio classes offered to our community.
Thank you to Marsha Hosack for donating to support the exhibit.
Exhibit Opening: Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023 from 5-7:30pm
LeMoyne Arts is delighted to showcase the latest collection of the Women Among Us: Portraits of Strength series, with 20 new portraits. Come to this exciting exhibit opening Thursday, September 28th from 5pm – 7:30pm, with speeches at 6pm. Local, accomplished women, aged 65 or older, are featured in this exhibition of environmental photographic portraits. Each large-format portrait is enriched by a short poem and an engaging biographical story. The collection, a collaboration of Becki Rutta, Mary Jane Ryals, Carol Lynne Knight, Linda Hall, and Eleanor Dietrich, was created to honor these powerful women.
While you’re at the exhibit opening, bid on LeMoyne’s Art & Soul Celebration Silent Auction items, enjoy delicious food by Chicken Salad Chick, craft beer by DEEP Brewing, and enchanting music by They Came From The Same! This beloved local group is a brother-sister duo who sing charming harmonies of Folk, Blues, R&B, & Americana, supported by their expert acoustic instrumentation.
Muffins & Mimosas: Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 from 11-12pm
Come enjoy LeMoyne’s latest Muffins & Mimosas event on Saturday, September 30, from 11-12pm! Grab a baked good by Uptown Café, a refreshing mimosa, and view the latest collection of the Women Among Us: Portraits of Strength series, with 20 new portraits. Local, accomplished women, aged 65 or older, are featured in this exhibition of environmental photographic portraits. Each large-format portrait is enriched by a short poem and an engaging biographical story. The collection, a collaboration of Becki Rutta, Mary Jane Ryals, Carol Lynne Knight, Linda Hall, and Eleanor Dietrich, was created to honor these powerful women.
While you are visiting the gallery, you can also bid on LeMoyne’s Art & Soul Celebration Silent Auction items.
Artist Talk: Round Table Discussion, Thursday, Oct. 12 from 5:00-6:30pm
Visit with friends and sip on a craft beer by DEEP Brewing while listening to enchanting music by They Came From The Same duo from 5-5:30pm, and then take your seat to learn about the inspiration behind this powerful creative project. These dynamic women will talk about the origin and meaning of the collection, discuss the creative process, and answer questions from appreciative viewers.
Events are free for LeMoyne Arts Members and children under 12, $5 for Non-Members
