Mount Vernon Nazarene University announced the upcoming exhibit, "Kid's Books & Other Holy Things," showcasing the work of illustrator, graphic designer, author, and printmaker Ned Bustard. The exhibition is being held at Schnormeier Gallery from Sept. 2 to Oct. 18.
According to an MVNU news release, the exhibit is a selection of linocut prints from Bustard's publications, demonstrating how original artwork can be integrated into and alongside the text of a manuscript. Exhibit highlights include pieces from "Every Moment Holy: Volumes I-III," "Aslan's Breath: Seeing the Holy Spirit in Narnia," "The Lost Tales of Sir Galahad," and "Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver."
Bustard gave a special gallery talk at 5 p.m. on Sept. 12, followed by a reception until 8 p.m., according to the news release. Visitors had the opportunity to engage with the artist and gain insights into his creative process and the themes behind his work.
According to MVNU, Bustard is the creative director for World's End Images and Square Halo Books Inc. He also curates the Square Halo Gallery. Additionally, he is an elder at Wheatland Presbyterian Church and serves on the boards of the Association of Scholars of Christianity in the History of Art and The Row House Inc.
Schnormeier Gallery is located at 221 S. Main St., Mount Vernon, on the first floor of MVNU's Buchwald Center. According to MVNU, gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., and admission is free.
