'Social Studies' Art Exhibit Coming to Englert Theatre

Media Release

The Englert Theatre’s Douglas & Linda Paul Gallery is pleased to host “Social Studies,” an exhibition by Iowa City painter Michael Kienzle.  The exhibit will run February 15th through March 12th in the Douglas & Linda Paul Gallery on the second floor of The Englert Theatre. A free opening reception will be held in conjunction with the Iowa City Gallery Walk on Friday, March 1st from 5:00 to 7:00pm.

With no formal training, Michael Kienzle has found success throughout Iowa City and beyond with his whimsical, childlike paintings.  Kienzle’s work reflects his interest in color, featuring many layers of background color applied to the canvas using a variety of techniques.  This method creates a texturized appearance that gives each piece a sense of energy and movement.

Kienzle has held several shows locally at the Hudson River Gallery, and features all of his work in an online gallery at www.TheNoNameGallery.com.  Additionally, he publishes an electronic postcard to a worldwide audience each morning in which he matches one of his images to a selected quotation.  As Kienzle says, “Painting has allowed me to discover a whimsical and childlike joy of discovery that enriches my everyday life.”

The Douglas & Linda Paul Gallery is located on the second floor of the historic Englert Theatre. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 12 to 6pm, and during select performances. For more information, call (319) 688-2653 or visit englert.org.