McElroy's art accepted into national exhibit and sale

The American Plains Artists has accepted artwork by J.I. McElroy of Gurley for inclusion in its 30th Annual Juried “Art of the Plains” exhibit and sale in Lincoln.

The event will be held at the Great Plains Art Museum, 1155 Q St., Lincoln, from Aug. 7 through Oct. 24.

Approximately 120 pieces of art from more than 80 artists from across the nation were accepted into this show. McElroy’s selected artwork is a 24-inch by 12-inch acrylic painting titled “Crane Sunrise.”.

The public is invited to attend this celebration of “Art of the Plains” featuring realistic and representational artworks by internationally recognized, award-winning artists in traditional media-painting and sculpture – depicting the American Great Plains region – its landscape, wildlife, people, and way of life in historic or modern times.

Artworks will be available for purchase through the American Plains Artists.

The Great Plains Art Museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information about the Great Plains Art Museum or the APA and to see the show online, go to http://www.americanplainsartists.com and go.unl.edu/plainsart.