The Folks at the South Bend Museum of Art chose this painting as the one to include in the show later this year. I’ll post the rest of the details about the show later, but it’s going to have work by 75 artists from around the area, so it’s a great opportunity for people to see what kind of work is being made in our community. Of course I’d be honored if anyone went to check out my work in person, but it would also just be a good chance to show your kids that there are a ton of ways to make art that don’t look like Disney, Illumination or whatever. I’m not bashing those places; I am trying to make sure that my kids know that they can make art and that if doesn’t look like someone else’s style guide requires, that doesn’t mean it is bad.

I don’t know what all will be in the show, but I do know it was open to all forms of media. So I’m looking forward to seeing what other local artists made. It’s been a rough stretch here, but knowing this will be displayed someplace where people can see it helps to lighten some of the dark spots we’ve had to endure.