Alaskan Born Artist Rose Hendrickson To Exhibit At IGCA In Anchorage
After her 18-year marriage came to an end in 2016, lifelong artist Rose Hendrickson saw that life change as an opportunity to grow as an individual and as an artist. She enrolled at UAA Mat-Su College, and then two years later shifted to UAA Anchorage Campus. She graduated from Mat Su College with an Associate of Arts Degree, and then was awarded her Bachelor of Fine Arts from UAA of Anchorage. Her art exhibition, Seasoned Soul, is the culmination of this long term educational and experiential process.
“I’ve been around the sun a few times…”
Hendrickson is 67 years old, and returning to school was a challenge that few people in her position attempt. But when she went back to school, she didn’t feel too old, but just the opposite.
“I finally found my tribe!”, she said.
With her degrees behind her, artist Rose Hendrickson has partnered with International Gallery of Contemporary Art in Anchorage to host her exhibit, “Seasoned Soul”, in their new annex space. The exhibit consists of four separate sculptures that, together, form one larger, immersive piece. Being born in Alaska, Rose’s art is a reflection of the seasons as they unfold here around us. The life changes that come with time can sometimes seem harsh and difficult, but the Alaskan spirit of the seasoned soul knows that Spring is just around the bend.
“Even the coldest depths of the whispering winter hold the promise of the coming spring.”
Opening night is April 1st, 5-8 pm, and the exhibition continues throughout the month of April, harkening to the welcoming spring that quickens the soul with joy, and hope of new life.
Check out her Facebook artist page - search for ‘Rose Hendrickson Fine Art’ on Facebook.
