The Art of Drawing Exhibition Opens at Luzerne County Community College?s Schulman Gallery

Luzerne County Community College celebrated the opening of its summer art exhibition, The Art of Drawing, with a lively reception on Friday, June 27, at the Schulman Gallery. The event welcomed community members, students, and art enthusiasts to experience an extraordinary showcase of drawings by regional artists.*

Curated by Schulman Gallery director Robert Husty, the exhibition explores drawing as both a fundamental art form and a powerful means of visual storytelling. "Drawing is the oldest form of human expression in the visual arts," said Husty during the reception. "It's the foundation for many artists in their practice, and this show captures that spirit through a wide variety of mediums and styles."

The collection features pieces rendered in pastel, charcoal, graphite, ink, chalk, and even digital stylus work. Visitors can expect to see everything from striking self-portraits and celebrity likenesses to imaginative still life compositions. "We have an amazing charcoal drawing of Katharine Hepburn, for example, and other works that blend technical precision with personal expression," Husty explained. "One piece includes vintage Planters peanuts cans, sea shells, and a figurine of an elephant?it's both detailed and whimsical."

The evening reception included live piano music, light fare, and refreshments, creating a relaxed and elegant atmosphere for guests to enjoy the artwork.

The Art of Drawing exhibition will remain on view through Friday, August 1, 2025. The Schulman Gallery is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed during college holidays.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Location:

Schulman Gallery

Luzerne County Community College

521 Trailblazer Drive

Building 14 --Campus Center, Second Floor

Nanticoke, PA 18634

For more information, visit www.luzerne.edu/schulmangallery