FRESH IDEAS 2024 SOLO SHOW WINNER: DENISE LINDGREN
Meaning Through Memory
Exhibition Dates: July 12 - August 9, 2025
Opening Reception: July 12, 7 - 9 pm (Held in conjunction with All Natural)
Artist Talk: July 20, 3 - 5 pm
What do childhood board games, vintage postcards, and human hair have in common? Art. In "Meaning Through Memory," Denise Lindgren transforms found objects into art exploring past, present and future.
About the Artist
Denise is an artist who came to her work through personal exploration and experimentation. Her art practice has unfolded over more than 25 years through exhibiting her work in juried shows and galleries. Known for her assemblages that weave memory, material, and meaning, her work has been recognized with numerous distinctions and is included in private collections across the country. Rooted in a lifelong fascination with found objects and visual storytelling, Denise continues to explore the layered relationship between time, identity, and design.
Follow Denise Lindgren on Instagram.
Conversations with Artists: what were they thinking?
Exhibition Topic: Nouveau West
Date: Sunday, August 3
Time: 3 pm – 5 pm
Location: Lewisville Grand Theater | 100 N. Charles St. Lewisville TX
Join us for an informal and inspiring “chat” session in the North Corridor at the Lewisville Grand Theater.
Visual Art League of Lewisville members will be speaking about their art in the Nouveau West exhibition. Learn about the meaning, inspiration and materials of their artwork. This is also an opportunity for members and guests to ask questions and make a genuine connection with artists and the community.
Who should attend?
All Visual Art League of Lewisville members and the public. The event is free!
Non-members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the benefits of joining the Visual Art League of Lewisville.
PLUS, there will be awards!
Lasting Impressions Award: $50
Inspiration Award: $50
The art awards will be held in conjunction with Conversations with Artists. Those in attendance will vote for the winning entries after the Conversations with Artists has concluded. All submissions in the exhibit have an opportunity to win an award. (Artists do not have to speak to be eligible to receive an award).
Sign up to speak
VAL members please sign up to speak on ONE of your submissions. This is a great opportunity to showcase your artwork, develop your speaking skills and connect with other members in a friendly setting.
Each artist is limited to a couple minutes to share details about their artwork.
All artists who wish to speak must sign up in advance. Only a limited number of slots available.
For questions or to sign up to speak, contact event organizer, Denise Holguin: DeniseHolguin24@gmail.com
Conversations with Artists: What were they thinking?
Exhibition Topic: All Natural
Date: Sunday, July 27
Time: 3 pm – 5 pm
Location: Lewisville Grand Theater | 100 N. Charles St. Lewisville TX
Join us for an informal and inspiring “chat” session in the Main Gallery at the Lewisville Grand Theater.
Visual Art League of Lewisville members will be speaking about their art in the All Natural exhibition. Learn about the meaning, inspiration and materials of their artwork. This is also an opportunity for members and guests to ask questions and make a genuine connection with artists and the community.
Who should attend?
All Visual Art League of Lewisville members and the public. The event is free!
Plus! Non-members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the benefits of joining the Visual Art League of Lewisville.
Sign up to speak
VAL members please sign up to speak on ONE of your submissions. This is a great opportunity to showcase your artwork, develop your speaking skills and connect with other members in a friendly setting.
Each artist is limited to a couple minutes to share details about their artwork.
All artists who wish to speak must sign up in advance. Only a limited number of slots available.
For questions or to sign up to speak, contact event organizer, Denise Holguin: DeniseHolguin24@gmail.com