A colorful art display greets visitors to the Two Harbors public library. This display, located above the computers to the left of the entry, changes throughout the year, showcasing various artists’ work.
The Two Harbors Public Library is now accepting applications for its 2024 Gallery calendar. Local artists and subject matter are preferred, and preference is given to applications submitted before November 3rd.
Visual artists of all disciplines are welcome to submit their work. The display is intended for the “cultural, informational, and recreational enjoyment of our residents”, and has been in use since 2017.
Previous artists include Pete Segar, whose bas-relief metal wall hangings depicting North Shore waterfalls were on display in May and June of 2021. Abstract landscape artist Linda Pacel’s paintings were displayed in July and August 2022, and “math-minded” painter Emily Victory’s large acrylic paintings were displayed in September and October 2022.
Coming up at the library is Kayla Schlighten, whose artwork will be installed on October 31st. She is hosting an artist chat at the library on November 7th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Schlighten is an interdisciplinary artist who uses dance, film, photography, and visual art “to capture this ride of disorientation and clarity, taking audiences beyond what they know and diving playfully into what is felt.”
Guidelines are in place for the art displays to ensure that all library patrons can enjoy the artwork, and are able to be found at https://www.twoharborspubliclibrary.com/artwork-display-policy/.
In the words of Pablo Picasso, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up”, and thanks to the Two Harbors Public Library, community members get the opportunity to share their art.
