'Finding Horizons' on exhibit at Museum of High Plains, 413 Norris Ave., through November

Site manager of the Museum of the High Plains, Linda Buck guides local students through the “Finding Horizons” exhibit. Finding Horizons Exhibition at the Museum of the High Plains.

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McOOK, Neb. — The Museum of the High Plains is currently showcasing an intriguing exhibition titled “Finding Horizons,” which delves into the landscape genre through a diverse collection of artworks.

Featuring renowned artists such as Russell T. Gordon, John Pfahl, Manuel Álvarez Bravo, and Thelma Lorie Christenson, this exhibition highlights the compelling use of horizon lines that define each piece.

“Finding Horizons” invites viewers to experience the landscape in new and engaging ways, employing various techniques, including painting, printmaking, and photography. The artwork ranges from realistic depictions of familiar scenes to abstract interpretations, all anchored by evocative horizon lines. These lines serve as a visual foundation, offering insight into the artist’s perspective and inviting viewers to explore the worlds within the compositions.

This exhibition is part of the Sheldon Statewide program, an initiative launched in 1987 to share the rich collection of the Sheldon Museum of Art with communities across Nebraska.

Throughout the school year of 2024-2025, “Finding Horizons” will travel to eight different venues, reaching thousands of art enthusiasts along the way. Other towns slated to host the exhibition include Chadron, North Platte, Grand Island, York, Beatrice, Fremont, and Falls City. The “Finding Horizons” exhibition is currently on display at the Museum of the High Plains, located at 413 Norris Ave. Visitors can view the artwork from Tuesday to Friday, 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 am to 3 p.m.