Helena Independent Record, Your Time Article

‘Make Believe’

Reconnect with your childhood spirit and world of play at the Holter Museum of Art and celebrate those memories through Kris Snider’s new figurative work, “Make Believe.” Snider’s portraits explore the wonderful world of creativity and make believe that thrives in the imagination of children.

The Holter holds an opening reception 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9.

“Growing up, in order to understand the world around me, I studied life by pretending and playing. I still do this even today,” says Snider about her inspiration. Her imagery was sparked from friends and family, a nostalgic childhood and her present life as a new mother. Her paintings encourage playfulness and challenge your imagination throughout life.

Snider, a Helena resident, received her B.F.A. from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, Calif. Her artwork has been displayed locally and internationally. Her dedication to Helena and the artistic community is strong and is shown through efforts of volunteering at various organizations, such as, the Holter Museum’s 3rd Thursday committee, Turman Larison Contemporary, The Lewis & Clark Humane Society, Spirit of Service, The Gravity Guild, Pennies for Progress, The Prickly Pear Land Trust and Head Start.

“Make Believe” is being shown Aug. 30-Oct. 2. The Holter is located at 12 E. Lawrence. For more information, call 442-6400 or visit www.holtermuseum.org.