Polk State Professor’s “Unforeseen Light” on Display at Polk Museum of Art Through Dec. 4
The human eye can see a range of contrasts — and all the beauty they contain — that even the latest-generation cameras can’t capture in a single shot. The trouble is, most people rarely stop…
Talent of Polk State’s Music, Theatre, Visual Arts Programs to Be Showcased During Arts Day
Polk State’s Arts Day, an annual showcase of talent from the Music, Theatre and Visual Arts programs, will take place Oct. 6. “The depth of talent at Polk State is simply incredible,” said Lucille Hadley,…
Polk State Taking Entries for Student Art Exhibition; Deadline Sept. 28
Polk State is currently accepting entries for its upcoming student art exhibition. The deadline for submission is Sept. 28 at 5 p.m. Students may submit their work at the Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery or…
Student-Created Mural Now on Display at Polk State Winter Haven Game Room
There’s a new reason to visit the Polk State Winter Haven game room, and it has nothing to do with ping-pong or PlayStations. On Wednesday, after months of planning and painting, paper that had covered…
Polk State’s “One Billion Rising” Aims to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence and Women’s Rights; Begins Feb. 1
Polk State will host “One Billion Rising,” an exhibition to raise awareness about domestic violence and women’s rights, Feb. 1-24 at its Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery, 999 Ave. H N.E. The exhibit is free…
Gallery Reception: Omar Martinez
The Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery hosted a reception Oct. 27 for world-renowned artist Omar Martinez’s first solo American exhibit. Born in Santiago de Chile, Martinez has made his name with his paintings of horses.…
Polk State, Club Hispano de Lakeland Partner for First Solo U.S. Exhibit by Chilean Painter
Polk State College will host world-renowned artist Omar Martinez’s first solo American exhibit, from Oct. 26-29. In hosting Martinez, Polk State College is offering Polk County an extended opportunity to enjoy Martinez’s work. Martinez was…
Polk State Now Accepting Entries for Fall Student Art Competition; Deadline Sept. 30
Polk State is currently accepting entries for its upcoming student art exhibition. The deadline for submission is Sept. 30. Entry forms may be found at the Polk State Lakeland Art Gallery or the Polk State…
Polk State Winter Haven Exhibit to Feature Work of Tampa Painter Bruce Ferguson
The work of Tampa-based artist Bruce Ferguson will be on display at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery from Aug. 31 to Sept. 24. Finding inspiration in the natural beauty of the Tampa…
“This Is Real,” Featuring Artwork Polk State Students Created While Studying in the Bahamas, To Be Displayed Aug. 31-Sept. 24
An upcoming exhibit at Polk State Lakeland will feature artwork Polk State students created while studying in the Bahamas earlier this summer. “This painting exhibition provides a beautiful snapshot of our travels. Each painting exhibits…