Trevor Grabill presents 'Backyard Spirits', a solo exhibition of relief prints at the Lansing Art Gallery & Education Center. The opening reception includes an artist talk at 5:30 PM, and the exhibition is sponsored by Hude Legal Services, PLLC. Grabill's work depicts everyday midwestern life through a folkloric lens, exploring beauty, haunting themes, and the bizarre using woodcut prints that embrace imperfection.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the work of a local artist engaging with regional identity and folkloric storytelling through traditional printmaking techniques. By focusing on the overlooked magic and strangeness of midwestern life, Grabill contributes to the broader conversation about place, memory, and the artistic value of regional narratives. The show also demonstrates the Lansing Art Gallery's role in supporting community-based artists and fostering local cultural engagement.