The Norman
Arts Council (NAC) is holding their monthly 2nd Friday Circuit of
Art on Friday, Feb. 8 around Norman. This massive art exhibition is a city-wide
event that features work done by local artists that you may know. The main attraction this month features
Peruvian photography particularly horses, and even includes a presentation with
Peruvian artists Sandra
Cannock GraƱa and Alejandra Iturrizaga.
The 2nd
Friday Circuit of Art features new exhibits every month. The work comes mostly
from local artist and is a good way for less well-known artists to display
their creations. The event is free of charge and is a great opportunity for the
people of Norman to enjoy great art with people from their community. There is
even a Kid’s Corner with fun activities for children.
This event
has been successful in Norman, and Josh Boydston of the NAC thinks that it
should continue to grow with each month. The 2nd Friday Circuit of
Art has been going on for every single month for long enough that the NAC isn’t
even sure, “It’s been at least 5 years though,” Boydston says. It can be hard
to determine how many people show up each month because the event is spread
out, however Boydston estimates at least 800 people usually show up to the opening
ceremony.
The
Firehouse Art Center will be open for the 2nd Friday Circuit of Art
and will exhibit work done by local elementary school children. This event is
in its final phase and February will be the last month it takes place. “This
has been a good event … It’s always cool to see what the kids can come up
with,” Boydston says.
There is no
need to purchase tickets for the 2nd Friday Circuit of Art for any
of the locations, entry is free. If you do not wish to drive yourself to each
location, Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) will take you to your next
location for $.50 a ride, or $2 for the whole evening. For more information on
the 2nd Friday Circuit of Art on Feb 8 contact the NAC at nac@normanarts.com or call
405-360-1162. Visit http://www.2ndfridaynorman.com/ for more information on events.