The textile work of twenty-two 4-H exhibitors ranging in age from 10 to 19 will be on display in the Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery for the 16th annual “Celebration of Youth.” The work was selected for its exceptional creativity, design and craftsmanship from the clothing, fashion revue and home environment exhibits at the 2009 Nebraska State Fair. The work of twelve alternates will also be on view in the Textile, Clothing and Design department.
On Saturday, December 5, the 4-H youth and their parents will join faculty from the textile department on East Campus for a day of educational and creative workshops followed by the exhibit’s closing reception. Exhibitors will present their work to the public in Room 11 in the Home Economics Building at 5:30, and the celebration will conclude with a reception in the gallery.
The “Celebration of Youth” is presented in recognition of the efforts of youth across Nebraska. As one of the Hillestad Gallery’s outreach programs, it exposes the participants to the university environment while giving them an opportunity to display their work in a professional gallery setting. The gallery is located on the University of Nebraska’s East Campus on the second floor of the Home Economics Building in Lincoln. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 4:00. For more information, call 402-472-2911.
Exhibitors from Home Environment:
Caitlin Aubushon, Grand Island, Milanese Bobbin Lace Hummingbird & Felt Windowpane Table Runner
Collin Brown, Bladen, Felted Wool Landscape
Katrina Christiancy, Franklin, Blue Striped Tea Cup
Krystal Ericson, Funk, “Amethyst Star” Quilt
Jamie Frenzen, Fullerton, “Pastel Sampler” Quilt
Haley Hupp, Albion, “Summertime” Quilt
Nicole Japp, Bennington, “Color Explosion” Quilt
Tanya Prothman , David City, “State of Grace” Quilt
Carlie Reineke, Lincoln, “Mosaic Sphere” Garden Ball
Kenzie Tuttle, Kearney, “Popular” Acrylic Painting
Savannah Zimmer, Syracuse, Hand-Woven Nantucket Basket
Alternates from Home Environment:
Alaina Boudreau, Minden, Ceramic Piano Box
Rachael Chleborad, Norfolk, “Out of Old Come New” Woven Rug
Laura Greunke, Windside, “Untitled” Marble Fabric
Emily Kimball, Callaway, “Pink Uneven Nine-Patch” Quilt
Hannah Pauley, Columbus, “Butterfly Jubilee” Prints
Emily Slattery, Indianola, “The Woman in a Green Dress” Pastel Drawing
Katie Svec, David City, “Negative Nuance” Collage
Alec Ziebarth, Wilcox, “A-Z” Native American Weaving
Exhibitors from Clothing and Fashion Revue:
Micahla Beyer, Sidney, “Metallic Blossoms” Cropped Jacket
Marie Bolin, Eagle, “Last Dance” Pink and Black Formal
Maricela Dones, Lexington, “Plum Perfect” Plaid Wool Coat
Krystal Ericson, Funk, “Classy Black & Sassy” Wool Jacket with Hand-Dyed Lining
Hannah Esch, Indianola, “Diva Extreme” Swing Top & Leggings
Braden Garwood, Spencer, “Braden’s Buckaroo Gear” Leather Chinks
Faith Huneke, Wilber, “Gator Garb” Alligator Leather Jacket
Cody McCain, DeWitt, “Black and Red Blocks” Exercise Outfit
Hannah Opfer, Blair, “Autumn Leaves” Hairpin Lace Skirt
Laurel Rub, Norfolk, “Beaded Bohemian Reflection”Hand-Woven Halter Top
Danae Sunderman, Fremont, “Tickle Me Pink” Short Formal
Sydney Swanson , Alliance, “My Designer Coat”
Alternates from Clothing and Fashion Revue:
Hannah McCorkindale, Wayne, “Self-Striping, Felted Wool Cable Purse”
Jillian Moravec, Grand Island, “Frayed Formal Frenzy” Royal Blue Formal
Rebekah Potter, Thurston, “Truly Rebekah—A Study in Neon” Dress
Schila Strain, Morrill, “Twister Coat”
