Rumriver Art Center Presents a New Art Show Opening in the Jan Johansen Gallery.
Anoka, MN - The Rumriver Art Center’s Jan Johansen Gallery is thrilled to present The Color of Dreams which exhibits the work of local emerging Minnesota artist Larry J. Homan. On Saturday, June 7th from 2 pm - 4 pm the Jan Johansen Gallery will be hosting an opening reception for Homan’s show. On Friday, June 13th starting at noon Homan will be providing an artist talk in conjunction with a demonstration of his practice. Individuals are invited to meet the artist on Friday, June 20th between 10 am and 12 pm.
Larry began his artistic journey in high school, becoming a self-taught airbrush artist with over 25 years of experience running his own business until 2019. He specializes in acrylic painting and drawing, utilizing various mediums such as gel pens, watercolor, and ink on paper, with a primary focus on acrylic brush painting on canvas.
Inspired by nature, Larry captures picturesque sunsets, landscapes, and vibrant colors in his work, though he has recently explored black and white pieces using gel pens on black paper. His innovative approach includes applying color to canvas backgrounds before layering scenes with ink and paint pens, resulting in unique effects. This eclectic style reflects his love for experimentation and variety.
In addition to his personal art, Larry has dedicated over 15 years to helping individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia create beautiful paintings through a 1:1 process learned from the Art Without Boundaries Association. The impact of this work on families has been profoundly rewarding, with examples included in this exhibition. He has also taught group painting classes for the past five years at various venues and locations.
Larry also enjoys woodworking, carving, and making coin ring jewelry, learning new techniques through online resources.
This solo show fulfills a long-held dream for Larry to become a recognized artist, both nationally and internationally. While he has received awards for his work, his primary focus remains on personal expression. As he embarks on this new chapter, he looks forward to entering more competitions and sharing his art with a wider audience.
Join us for the opening reception and experience the wonder and joy of Larry J. Homan’s art!
The exhibition will open June 7th and run until July 5th, 2025.
Rumriver Art Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
You may also like the following events from Rum River Art Center:
- Next Saturday, 7th June, 02:00 pm, Gallery Show Opening: Lucy Sinkkonen, Calling and Renewal in Anoka
- Next month, 20th June, 10:00 am, Meet the Artist: Larry J. Homan in Anoka
- Next month, 28th June, 12:00 pm, Artist Workshop: Textured Expressions in Nature-Inspired Painting in Anoka
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