Paris-Henry County Arts Council

05/28/2026

📸🏆 People’s Choice Winners Announced! 🏆📸

Thank you to everyone who visited the 34th Annual Dr. Danny & Martha Jo Kimberlin Photography Showcase and voted for their favorite photographs throughout the exhibit!

A total of 85 votes were cast across the Adult and Youth divisions, and we’re excited to announce this year’s People’s Choice winners:

🌟 Adult Division
“Little Beggars” by Freda Wallace

🌟 Youth Division
“Symphony of the Deep” by Scarlett Sheppard

We are so grateful for the incredible community support shown to all of our participating photographers this year. Congratulations to our winners, and thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s showcase such a success!

📍 The exhibit remains on display at the W.G. Rhea Public Library through May 25.

05/13/2026

📸 The results are in! 🏆

We’re excited to announce the winners of the 34th Annual Dr. Danny & Martha Jo Kimberlin Photography Showcase!

From stunning landscapes to powerful storytelling, this year’s exhibit showcases the incredible talent of photographers from across our region.

Want to see all the winners and learn more about this year’s showcase?

👉 Read the full blog here:
https://www.phcarts.com/news/winners-of-the-34th-annual-kimberlin-photography-showcase

📍 On display now at W.G. Rhea Public Library through May 25
🎟 Free and open to the public

Come experience the creativity for yourself!

We are proud to announce the winners of the 34th Annual Dr. Danny & Martha Jo Kimberlin Photography Showcase , hosted by the Paris-Henry County Arts Council.

04/21/2026

📸 Good news, photographers! ✨

We’ve extended the deadline for the 34th Annual Kimberlin Photography Showcase 🎉

📝 New deadline: Friday, April 24

If you’ve been meaning to enter your work, this is your chance to make it happen. Whether you shoot on a camera or your phone, professionally or just for fun, we would love to see your perspective 🤍

📸 Submit up to 3 photos
🎟 FREE to enter
🏆 Cash awards + People’s Choice

📅 Exhibit Dates: May 3–25
📍 W.G. Rhea Public Library

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s showcase ✨

👉 Sign up here:

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04/19/2026

📸 Calling all photographers in Paris & Henry County!

The 34th Annual Dr. Danny & Martha Jo Kimberlin Photo Showcase is still open for entries, and we invite you to share your unique perspective with our community. ‼️ Entry deadline is THIS Tuesday April 21! ‼️

➡️ Submit your work today here: https://www.phcarts.com/photo-showcase-sign-up

🗓 Sign up deadline: April 21, 2026
📸 Public Award Ceremony: May 3rd, 2:00pm-3:30pm
🗓 Exhibit Dates: May 3–25
📍 Location: W.G. Rhea Public Library
🏆 Cash awards + community recognition

This showcase is a chance to celebrate your creativity, have your work displayed, and be recognized alongside fellow local artists. Entries are free, and you may submit up to three photographs across a variety of categories.

Help us continue strengthening our community through the arts, one image at a time.

04/15/2026

📸 Calling all photographers in Paris & Henry County!
The 34th Annual Dr. Danny & Martha Jo Kimberlin Photo Showcase is now open for entries, and we invite you to share your unique perspective with our community.

This showcase is a chance to celebrate your creativity, have your work displayed, and be recognized alongside fellow local artists. Entries are free, and you may submit up to three photographs across a variety of categories.

🗓 Sign up deadline: April 21, 2026
📸 Public Award Ceremony: May 3rd, 2:00pm-3:30pm
🗓 Exhibit Dates: May 3–25
📍 Location: W.G. Rhea Public Library
🏆 Cash awards + community recognition

Help us continue strengthening our community through the arts, one image at a time.
Submit your work today here: https://www.phcarts.com/photo-showcase-sign-up

04/13/2026

The winners are in 🎨✨ The 40th Annual Artist Showcase is now on display, and it’s one you don’t want to miss 🤍

With 90 pieces of artwork from 41 artists, this year’s exhibit is full of creativity, talent, and meaningful stories from across our community.

From paintings and drawings to sculpture and mixed media, there is something for everyone to connect with.

📍 Stop by the W.G. Rhea Public Library
🕘 Open daily from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (most days)
🎟 Free to attend

👉 See the full list of winners & full list of artists:

The Paris-Henry County Arts Council is honored to announce the winners of the 40th Annual Artist Showcase , a milestone year that beautifully reflects the creativity, talent, and artistic spirit of our community. This year’s exhibit features 90 works of art by 41 artists , bringing together an

04/10/2026

We’re honored to introduce this year’s Artist Showcase judge 🎨✨

Please join us in welcoming Christopher Nadaskay, Professor of Art at Union University, where he has served for more than 30 years.

Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts from Southern Arkansas University and a Master of Fine Arts from Texas A&M University-Commerce, with a focus in painting and mixed media.

His work spans watercolor, oils, acrylics, sculpture, and mixed media, and his current explorations dive into the relationship between technology, the human experience, and the created order. His artwork is held in several collections, including the Tennessee State Museum.

We are truly honored to have his expertise and perspective guiding this year’s awards 🤍 https://www.phcarts.com/artist-showcase

04/07/2026

Just a quick reminder that sign-ups are still open for the 40th Annual Artist Showcase 🎨

If you’ve been thinking about entering your work, there’s still time to be part of this year’s event. We would love to see your creativity on display alongside artists from across Paris, Henry County, and the surrounding areas.

📅 Event Dates: April 12–24, 2026
📍 Location: W.G. Rhea Public Library
🎟 Admission: Free

📝 Deadline to enter: April 10, 2026
🎭 Submit up to 3 pieces
💰 $15 per piece (students enter FREE)

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just getting started, this is your opportunity to share your work, connect with the community, and be part of a long-standing local tradition 🤍

👉 Sign up here:
www.phcarts.com/artist-showcase

We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on ✨

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04/04/2026

🎨 Good news, artists!

The Artist Showcase deadline has been extended to April 10th ✨

We’re so sorry for any confusion and truly appreciate your patience as we get everything finalized. We can’t wait to see what you’ve been creating 🤍

04/02/2026

Photographers, this one’s for you 📸✨

The 34th Annual Dr. Danny and Martha Jo Kimberlin Photography Showcase is now open, and we’re inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to be part of it.

From travel and wildlife to portraits and everyday moments, this showcase is all about capturing the world through your lens.

With 50+ photographers expected and free entry, it’s the perfect opportunity to share your work, gain recognition, and be part of something meaningful in our community 🤍

📍 On display at the W.G. Rhea Public Library
🎟 Free to enter and attend

👉 Learn more and submit your work here:
https://www.phcarts.com/news/the-34th-annual-dr-danny-and-martha-jo-kimberlin-photography-showcase