THE ARTS AROUND EASTERN OREGON 3 MIXED MEDIUM MARCH 30�APRIL 6, 2022 Art Center East presents ‘Emergence’ Go! staff L A GRANDE — Art Center East’s newest art show is “Emer- gence,” an exhibit showcasing art- work by Eastern Oregon University junior-year art majors and minors. The students’ current work will debut in ACE’s Main Gallery on Friday, April 1, with a reception 6-8 p.m. “Emergence” will be on display through April 30. Featured artists include Allyson Bates, Koedi Birmingham, Jessica Hitzman, Gretchen Litzlbeck, Alexis Lowe, Cira Mesubed, Erin Monagle, and Corrina Stadler. According to an ACE press release, “Emergence marks a sig- nifi cant step along each student’s artistic and academic path. This group of students enjoys a shared academic experience, but the vari- ety of their artistic processes and distinct creative interests allow for a group exhibition that celebrates individual expression. Through concentrated research, writing and studio exploration, these junior- year students have each begun to develop a cohesive and focused body of work.” The annual Eastern Oregon Uni- versity junior exhibition at Art Cen- ter East is made possible through the university’s long-standing partnership and collaboration with ACE, which continues to support artists at every stage of develop- ment thereby enriching Eastern Oregon’s diverse arts community. Find out more about this exhibit and other events at artcentereast. org. Art Center East, 1006 Penn Ave., is open Wednesday-Friday, noon-5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exhibits can also be viewed online at artcentereast. org thanks to a partnership with John J. Howard Real Estate. Art Center East galleries are open to the public and admission is always free. Art Center East, based in La Grande, was founded in 1977 and is a member-based nonprofi t arts services organization that brings arts opportunities and education to the residents of 10 Eastern Or- egon counties. For more informa- tion, visit www.artcentereast.org or call 541-624-2800. Art Center East/Contributed image “Emergence” features junior art students at Eastern Oregon University, including Allyson Bates, Koedi Birmingham, Jessica Hitzman, Gretchen Litzlbeck, Alexis Lowe, Cira Mesubed, Erin Monagle and Corrina Stadler. July 30 & 31 2022 Gourmet Provisions, Majestic Pizza, Wine & Beer Bottle Wonderland, Dedicated Tap House, Craft Cocktails, Espresso Bar, Local & Far-Out Deli 403 S. Main Street Pendleton • 541.276.1350 Prairie City FIBER FEST www.PrairieCityFiberFest.com Thank you for being a GREAT sponsor 4 years!