SMAC Art Center hosts ‘Land and Sea’

BY LYNNETTE HORN

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will host a solo exhibit of the work of artist Kerry Jackson, entitled “Land and Sea.” The show will run April 4-26 at the SMAC Art Center on historic Downing Street.   

“I’m hoping my art will evoke emotion in my viewers,” Jackson said. “I want visitors to the gallery to feel something deeply when they see my work.” The exhibit consists of beautiful oil paintings featuring coastal birds and colorful, serene sunrises.

Both the exhibit and the reception are free and open to the public. The opening reception will be held Friday, April 4, from 6-9 p.m. during which Jackson will give a short talk as well as answer questions. During the reception visitors are also invited to tour the private studios and enjoy complimentary refreshments. The Vintage Paris Coffee kiosk will also be on site. 

Each month during their exhibits, SMAC highlights one of the many local nonprofit organizations that serve the area. This month SMAC is drawing attention to the fine work of Elevate Branson, which addresses the root causes of generational poverty to create lasting change. They provide resources, relationships, and a network of support that provides hope, dignity and purposeful work.

Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit local center of creativity, art education, innovation and community partnership, strives to improve the quality of life in southern Missouri by connecting individuals with the arts, for the benefit of all.