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Lighthouse ArtCenter Celebrates Little LUSH,

A Small Works Functional Ceramics Show

That Runs Through Dec. 2

Lighthouse ArtCenter hosted an Awards Reception First place, Stevens, Rebecca – English Breakfast (St.
on Sept. 21 for the presenting artists from the ceramic Petersburg, Fla.)
exhibition “Little LUSH.” The show features a selection Second place, Briegel, Samantha – Baby Blue Gingham
of 75 functional small works on display in the gallery Teapot (Randallstown, Md.)
through Dec. 2. The gallery, located at 373 Tequesta Drive, Third place, Pogue-Reed, Angie – Flying Saucer
Tequesta, FL 33469, invites the public to experience this (Jupiter, Fla.)
unique collection, with free admission for members and a Honorable Mention, Asprey, Stuart, Stunomi #523b
suggested $5 donation for nonmembers. (Norman, Okla.)
Jeni Licata, the executive director of the Lighthouse Honorable Mention, Duncan, Kelsey, Black and Red
ArtCenter, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are excited Cups (Antioch, Tenn.)
to bring extraordinary exhibitions to the community, offering Also displayed in the gallery through Dec. 2 is a
an enriching experience that celebrates creativity and talent.” unique fiber arts exhibition, “Elegant Threads.” Elegant
Ceramicists around the nation responded to a call to Threads features over 200 wearable and nonwearable
artists and have masterfully created a diverse range of creations from artists all over the country and the world.
useful contemporary art objects. From delicate teacups and Masterpieces are from internationally renowned artists
bowls to intricate vases and sculptures, these small-scale such as Bisa Butler and Lezley Saar (on loan from the
ceramics embody the perfect blend of artistic expression Over 100 guests attended the reception at the gallery, private collection of Beth Rudin DeWoody) and sculptures
and practicality. and others joined via Instagram Live for the awards are from artist Muriel Kaplan. A ticketed runway
ceremony judged by Nate Ditzler and Laura Konecne. show will take place on Nov. 16, 6 to 8 p.m. For more
Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Director of Ceramics and information about Lighthouse ArtCenter’s exhibitions and
all abouT Kids Sculpture, Chad Steve, and Executive Director, Jeni events, please visit www.lighthousearts.org/exhibitions.
Licata, announced the following winners:

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