The annual showcase unites 2D, 3D and New Media artists to highlight the past year’s best solo, 2-person and group exhibitions as well as individual artistic achievements. The showcase will include nearly 75 works ranging from paintings to installation. A complete list of nominees can be found at oea-awards. (www.newportworldresorts.com) org/current-nominees.
The showcase is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome to help support the Omaha Entertainment & Arts Awards’ (OEAA) mission. Tickets to the February 18 award show will be available for purchase on January 1 at tinyurl.com/oea18.
The OEAA Visual Arts Showcase will open with a reception on Saturday, January 13 and will run through January 27 at Petshop Gallery, 2727 N 62nd Street. For more information visit oea-awards.org.