The 2025 Kit Gilbert Juried Showcase
The Gilbert Center, located in Downtown Ruston, LA is proud to present the inaugural Kit Gilbert Juried Showcase. The Showcase celebrates the creativity and talent of artists from across the country. This inaugural exhibition will feature a wide variety of media and styles, offering a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work. Honoring Kit Gilbert’s lasting impact on the arts community, the show aims to foster artistic growth and connection.
On Display Now Through January 9, 2026
About our Juror
Sarah Nguyen is a mixed media artist, working primarily with paper. Storytelling is central to her hand cut-fiber panels and paintings. Her work has appeared in numerous national and international solo and group exhibitions and publications. Her work has been part of exhibitions in museums and festivals including (but not limited to) Seattle’s Wing Luke Museum of Asian Pacific Experience, the Daum Museum, Pyramid Hill Sculpture Grounds and Museum, the Truman Museum, Cheekwood Estates & Gardens, and Kansas City’s 2018 Open Spaces. She has taken part in a number of artist residencies from around the world as a visiting artist and teacher including Serbia, Bulgaria, Japan, and France, as well as the United States. Sarah is currently the Art Installations Curator for the True/False Film Fest.
Sarah received her BFA in Illustration from Rhode Island School of Design and her MFA in Painting from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.
Honoring Our Namesake
Kit Gilbert, Ruston, LA
Kit Gilbert was a beloved Ruston artist whose creative spirit and impactful work left a lasting legacy in the community. Known for her unique artistic voice and dedication to her craft, Kit inspired many through both her art and her generous presence. Her legacy is rooted in her belief in the power of art, friendship, and fearless living. She championed access to the arts for all and encouraged those around her to create boldly, live unapologetically, and give generously. This annual showcase honors her life, her contributions to the arts, and the enduring influence of her work—reminding us always to embrace life’s beauty, take risks, and leave behind something meaningful.
