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Spark your creativity and explore art in an exciting way!
Each year, the museum recruits exceptional artists with Indiana ties to publicly present and teach their work. The artists interact and inspire children and families with art exhibits, displays, and hands-on workshops.
Meet our 2024–2025 Visiting Artists
Emily Bennett
If your first thought of "sculpture" is a gleaming marble bust from ancient Greece, just wait until you see the work of Terre Haute artist Emily Bennett! She redefines what sculpture can be, weaving colorful fibers onto metal structures to create bold, vibrant pieces. The results are what she calls "imaginary dreamscapes" that you can hang on the wall or set on a shelf. As programming coordinator for the Community School of the Arts at Indiana State University, Bennett relishes helping people uncover their artistic abilities.
"I love teaching kids and adults new skills and watching their eyes light up as they learn. Witnessing the moment when a concept 'clicks' for my students is just immensely gratifying."—Emily Bennett
Rebecca Robinson
Ever see a piece of art that you just want to reach out and touch? What about an artwork that evokes a strong feeling? Those are the types of works Indianapolis-based mixed-media artist Rebecca Robinson seeks to make. She frequently uses contrast and texture—her materials of choice include concrete and tar—to create pieces that convey a thought, an emotion, or a personal experience. Most of all, she wants her work to start a conversation. She's passionate about nurturing kids' skills and encouraging them to explore their creativity.
"Art has a unique way of connecting people of all ages, particularly children."—Rebecca Robinson
Fiber Arts with Emily Bennett
Explore fiber arts to create your own work of fiber art with Visiting Artist Emily Bennett. Details
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Mixed Media with Rebecca Robinson
Discover the world of mixed media with Visiting Artist Rebecca Robinson. Details
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The Visiting Artist Program is a project of the Lechleiter Indiana Visiting Artist Fund with support provided by The White Oak Foundation, Sarah and John Lechleiter.
