Persona

January 12 - February 12, 2026

Persona is a contemporary portrait exhibition that explores identity, character, and presence through portraits of self and others – human and animal alike. Featuring artwork in a wide variety of media, the exhibition highlights works that move beyond physical likeness to capture personality, emotion, and the essence of the subject.

The artists in Persona employ aesthetic finesse and inventive approaches to create compelling, thought-provoking narratives. Each piece invites viewers to consider how identity is revealed, interpreted, and transformed through artistic expression. The exhibition emphasizes unique and unconventional imagery, offering fresh perspectives on portraiture that challenge traditional expectations.

The exhibition includes artwork across multiple mediums, many of which are available for purchase, providing an engaging experience for collectors, patrons, and the general public.

Prize money of $1000 will be awarded.

 
Juror:
Nita Kehoe, Professor of Art and Gallery Director has been a practicing artist for 35 years. She creates conceptual artwork focusing on the intersection between humanity and nature. She has exhibited her artwork internationally and is in numerous collections. She teaches ceramics, sculpture and art history at Central Wyoming College for the past 26 years.
 
About RAP Gallery/CWC
Central Wyoming College is a 4 year college located in Riverton, Wyoming. Riverton is a picturesque, rural town located next to the Wind River Indian Reservation. The Robert A. Peck building where the gallery is located, boasts a visitor log of 1500 last year over the exhibition dates. The RAP Gallery is a 6000 square foot space where a diverse array of artwork is exhibited. The gallery provides an important educational and cultural space since it is the only large-scale gallery within a 2 hour drive.

Contact Nita at nita@cwc.edu or 307-851-5893 for more information.