Seen through a camera lens is a world of extremes. Extreme poverty, disease and death. And then there’s the love, hope and courage it takes to remedy them. These are displayed through the images of Josh Hester — Springfield photographer and videographer. Hester’s work is on display at the Robert Morris Gallery, with an opening […]
Lyndsey Taylor
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Creativity rules at the new gallery downtown
After a 24-year dream of opening his own gallery, Norman Calmese is now the owner of Springfield’s newest treasure of the art world. He is also a musician, playwright, artist and teacher. Minor’e Gallery, which opened in March, sits quaintly downtown at 516 E. Monroe, next to Café Brio. The art hub is equipped with […]
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A show of haunting beauty
Being sedated in a darkness that is so disturbing and beautiful that it makes the viewer comatose is a unique experience. Welcome to the complex mind of Felicia Olin. Her creations will be showing at the Robert Morris Gallery until Sept. 4. Hours of operation for the gallery are Tues-Fri 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. […]
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Symphony presents %uFFFDEnsemble of Outdoor Living Spaces%uFFFD
With Father’s Day weekend approaching, the Illinois Symphony Orchestra has been blooming with anticipation for parents and children to come mark the occasion at its annual garden tour. The 20th annual fundraiser for the orchestra is this Saturday, June 20. Tickets are $15 per adult and children are free. The tour will be held from […]
