Friendly Conversation, a painting in oil and cold wax, was among works by 44 Illinois artists selected from a field of about 350 entries for the Illinois at 200 exhibition to be held at Giertz Gallery at Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois. Dates for the show are June 18 - August 8. Artists Reception: Thursday, June 21, 5:30–7:30 p.m.; opening remarks by Lisa Costello, Director, Giertz Gallery and Kelly White, Director, 40 North: Champaign County Arts Council;
