Gallery Showings
DEAR LEADER
Sept 8 – Oct 2, 2025
“My grandparents escaped North Korea and my parents built the American dream. I grew up understanding that trauma wasn’t the only thing we inherited. Dear Leader is about inherited generational fortitude. It is a celebration of my family’s strength and power. The paintings in the exhibition invite you to dig deep and, like my family members, dare to follow your dreams.”
- Jennifer Lugris
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate, award-winning Sacramento artist
Jennifer Lugris, whose vibrant, story-driven paintings have been featured in major
exhibitions and collected by institutions like Facebook, the state of Hawaii, and
UC Davis Health! Her bold, story-rich art—shaped by a National Endowment for the Arts
grant—brings immigrant journeys and healing narratives to life. Join us for a heartfelt
conversation with the artist, as she unveils the vivid personal stories and ancestral
memories woven into each panel of her vibrant paintings.
Opening Reception: September 9th from 4-6 pm
Location: Art gallery (inside the library)
Gallery Hours: M-Th 1- 4pm
For questions contact: slee@losmedanos.edu
