The 52nd Annual Delta Exhibition includes works by thirteen talented UALR artists. Quite a feat, considering the Delta is one of the longest running, juried contemporary art exhibitions outside New York City. It’s one of my favorite annual exhibits at the Arkansas Arts Center because it’s always exciting to see that a friend or a favorite artist has been selected for this great honor.

The Delta Exhibit was created in 1956 to showcase contemporary works by artists of the Mississippi Delta region and is open to all artists living in or born in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. Works in all media are featured and reflects the region’s strong traditions of craftsmanship and observation, combined with innovative use of materials and an experimental approach to subject matter.

Ted Grimmett, a UALR employee and student, captured this image, “Low Water Bridge.”

The exhibit continues through March 14 at the Arkansas Arts Center. Take a look at this list of UALR featured artists.

Current Students:

• Ted Grimmett
• Anne Haley
• Steve Hollis
• Katherine Monroe

Alumni:

• Latoya Hobbs
• Erin Lorenzen
• Dennis McCann
• Jason McCann
• Mary Shelton

Faculty Members:

• Marjorie Williams-Smith
• Liz Noble
• Carey Roberson
• Dominique Simmons