Art Exhibition of Ihor Havryshkevych opens Fri Aug 6 at the Ukrainian National Museum

July 23, 2010 - PRLog -- Art Exhibition of Ihor Havryshkevych

The Ukrainian National Museum is pleased to present the first solo exhibition in the USA of artist Ihor Havryshkevych, a native of Lviv, Ukraine.

The exhibition will showcase over 20 works representing various genres, historical themes, still-lifes, and landscapes. Havryshkevych’s style is depicted by the bright boldness of  colors as seen in his artistic works, influenced by the colorful landscapes of Yavoriv, his childood home. Ihor Havryshkevych  was seventh of nine brothers and sisters born in the village of Lypovec.

A Renaissance man, Havryshkevych is an outstanding creative artist, a recognized teacher of art fundamentals at the National Academy of Arts, and director of  Lychachivksy Cemetery Museum. He is involved in the rebirth of folkloric customs and art, as well as a public figure engaged in the Lviv city council and parliament.

The artist will be present at the opening of the exhibition which will be held on Friday, August 6, 2010 at 7:00 pm. and run until August 28, 2010.

The Ukrainian National Museum is located in the heart of the Ukrainian Village, at 2249 West Superior Street in Chicago. Hours: Thursday through Sunday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm  Admission: Adults $5.00, Children under 12 - Free.

Free Parking is available beside the Museum. For driving instructions, visit the Museum's website at www.ukrainiannationalmuseum.org. For additional information, please call (312) 421-8020 or e-mail info@UkrainianNationalMuseum.org

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The Ukrainian National Museum boasts a library, permanent collections and extensive archives and an exhibit hall. The Museum collects, preserves, exhibits and serves as a resource for research, the artifacts and records of the Ukrainian Immigration.