On Monday, December 5, the Opelousas Museum presents an exhibit by emerging artist Ke’Shawn Collins. The reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Opelousas Museum, 315 N Main St, Opelousas. Come by to enjoy a vast display of paintings and to meet this up and coming artist. There will be refreshments, and works of art available for sale.
FMI: Patrice Melnick 337-948-2589; museum@cityofopelousas.com
ABOUT THE ARTIST
From the age of eleven, Opelousas native Ke’Shawn Collins began following his artistic path by creating abstract works. He enrolled in the Magnet Academy of Cultures Arts (MACA) in 7th grade, where he began to develop skills and his own style. He has exhibited in multiple art shows in and out of school. Art gave him an income before he was even old enough to get a job. By selling paintings and networking, his opportunities have expanded to many platforms. His painting of Gold Medalist Rodney Milburn graces one of the metal electric boxes, part of the Opelousas Tourism-sponsored Boxed Art project. He also has a painting in the Museum of Opelousas for the 40th annual “Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival.” Ke’Shawn always knew that his art could take him places and give him a chance to share his talent with the world.
