A Closer Look
By Cindy Westfall
Show Dates: November 2 – December 7
Location: Springer Cultural Center
Reception: Thursday, November 7, 5:30 – 7p
Exhibit Hours:
M-F*: 8:30a – 8p (closed 1-1:30pm)
Sat: 9:30a – 2p
*Closed on November 11, 28, 29
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Artist Bio
Cindy Westfall is a long time Urbana resident who explores her love of expression through a variety of media.
She grew up in rural south-central Illinois surrounded by untidied nature, that oldest and most potent inspiration. While studying Botanical Science as an undergrad at Eastern Illinois University, she re-ignited her childhood love of art and took on an art minor, then after her undergraduate work was completed, earned a Master of Art degree with a focus in metalsmithing.
Continuing her exploration of different media and techniques, in recent years Cindy has taken further classes and workshops, branching into printmaking, oil painting and charcoal drawing. Her primary inspiration remains our natural world, especially those moody parts of it that might be hidden or overlooked, and she hopes always for the moment of connection when the viewer sees, with new eyes, what the artist sees – whether that be light, form, detail, or composition. She has no plans on leaving off this endeavor, so long as ideas and ability permit.
Cindy has 25 years of experience as a bench jeweler and jewelry designer and works at Robert’s – The Fine Art of Jewelry in downtown Champaign.
Artist Statement
I intend to make you see with other eyes.
The artist, I believe, cannot help but to say something. The very act of creation is a statement, in and of itself, always; it says “look, look! Here – this is how I see. I pass that on to you, in whatever way I can.’
Hopefully, you will be compelled to follow.
I have always been inspired by the things around me, whether natural or man-made. I like the moody corners of things, the solidity of common objects, the unexpected interplay of shapes. I could say my inspiration comes from ‘nature,’ but that means everything. I am inspired by the world, revealed and hidden. Often, we overlook, or never notice, or assume that the things around us hold no secrets, but to the eye of the artist, everything holds secrets. Everything speaks. It is only up to us to translate, that others too might see.
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Become an Art Exhibitor
The Springer Cultural Center offers local and regional artists a professional venue to display their work. Springer hosts six professional art exhibits each year. These art shows are determined by review of applications. Proposals are accepted for solo or collaborative group exhibitions on an ongoing basis.
Artists are responsible for having artwork ready to hang, and for any shipping expenses/insurance while artwork is being transported to or from the Springer Cultural Center and throughout the exhibition. Artists have the opportunity to give a brief talk about their work at a reception provided by the Park District. Please see below for the Professional Art Exhibit Application.
Springer also hosts two amateur art exhibits each year: Town & Country Amateur Art Show and State, Town, & Country Amateur Art Show. Amateur artists can submit entries for the Town & Country Amateur Art Show held in our Winter/Spring season. Winning and other high quality of work entries of the Town & Country Amateur Art Show qualify for the State, Town, & Country Amateur Art Show.
Virtual Art Exhibit
To continue to support artists throughout the pandemic, Springer Cultural Center went virtual with our art exhibitions. Visit our YouTube Virtual Art Exhibit Playlist for our virtual walkthroughs and Artist Spotlights!
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If you are an artist that would like to be considered, watch the video for information and please fill out the form below.
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- Exhibit poster design/print/distribution
- TV graphic promoting exhibit in all Park District facilities
- Exhibit listing on Park District website events calendar
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