Dr. Brian Corr, an associate professor at Hastings College and internationally recognized glass artist, is presenting his first solo museum exhibition at the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA). Titled "Of Light and Shadow," the show serves as a 20-year retrospective of Corr’s career, featuring large-scale glass installations and sculptures that explore the interplay of light, shadow, and contemplative space. A highlight of the exhibition is the U.S. debut of "One," a significant architectural installation originally created in 2007.
The exhibition is a significant milestone for the Nebraska art scene, highlighting the return of a local talent who gained international acclaim before returning to teach in his home state. By showcasing works that draw on Japanese architectural aesthetics and perceptual liminality, the exhibition reinforces MONA's mission to elevate Nebraska-linked artists to a museum-grade platform while offering the public a sophisticated exploration of glass as a medium for meditation and environmental awareness.