It’s photography time once again at West Nebraska Arts Center. The 36th Annual IMAGE exhibit opens Thursday, Feb. 1, with a reception. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.
Each year, this exhibit includes a wide variety of photographs showcasing technical innovations and aesthetic curiosities from photographers of all skill levels. The exhibit, sponsored by Laura Clark in memory of William J. Clark, typically includes more than 100 photographs from artists in the Nebraska and Wyoming region.
Professional photographer Nicole Smith will be selecting the awards for this year’s exhibit. Best of Show and Honorable Mentions will be awarded in each of the three divisions – Professional, Adult, and Youth (ages 18 and under) – as well as the Jim Downey Award for Best Landscape. Monetary prizes will be given for

all awards.
The IMAGE 2018 Photography Exhibit will be on display at West Nebraska Arts Center Feb. 1 – Feb. 25.
West Nebraska Arts Center is a cultural non-profit organization committed to education, awareness, and excellence in the arts, serving the North Platte Valley Region. WNAC is located at 106 East 18th Street in Scottsbluff. Visit the Arts Center’s website, www.thewnac.com, to learn more.
The Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency, has supported the programs of this organization through its matching grants program funded by the Nebraska Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org for more information on how the Nebraska Arts Council can assist your organization, or how you can support the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.