Hopkinsville Art Guild's Annual Spring Exhibition Underway

The annual showcase features 80 works by 26 local artists in a variety of media.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:30pm

An extremely blurred and abstracted scene of various artistic media like paint brushes, pottery, and framed artwork, captured in a soft, warm, and hazy style that evokes the atmosphere of a community art show.The Hopkinsville Art Guild's annual spring exhibition showcases the diverse creative talents of the local arts community.Hopkinsville Today

The Hopkinsville Art Guild's annual Spring Member Art Exhibition is now open at the Hopkinsville Community College Auditorium Gallery, displaying dozens of works by local artists through early May. This year's exhibit features 80 pieces created by 26 Hopkinsville Art Guild members, including a range of drawing, painting, pottery, and photography.

Why it matters

The Hopkinsville Art Guild's annual spring exhibition is a longstanding tradition that celebrates the vibrant local arts community and provides an opportunity for residents to engage with and support regional creative talent.

The details

The collection includes a wide range of media, including drawing, water-based painting, oil painting, pottery, and photography. Guild officials announced the award winners, with Peggy Luensmann receiving Best of Show, Steve Chlupsa earning first place, Linda Pierce in second, and Henrietta Kemp in third. Honorable mentions went to Michala Smith, Betty Liles, Laurel King, Thea Russell, and Marti Lopez.

  • The exhibit is on display through May 9.
  • The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m.

The players

Hopkinsville Art Guild

A local arts organization that regularly showcases work by regional artists through member exhibitions and community programming.

Peggy Luensmann

The artist who received the Best of Show award for this year's Spring Member Art Exhibition.

Steve Chlupsa

The artist who earned first place in this year's Spring Member Art Exhibition.

Linda Pierce

The artist who earned second place in this year's Spring Member Art Exhibition.

Henrietta Kemp

The artist who earned third place in this year's Spring Member Art Exhibition.

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The takeaway

The Hopkinsville Art Guild's annual spring exhibition showcases the diverse creative talents of local artists, providing the community with an opportunity to engage with and support regional arts and culture.