A show for Jimmy
DEVIN WEEKS | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years, 9 months AGO
An abstract artist with an amazing heart, the late Jimmy Magnuson takes a break from preparing for his first solo art show in December 2018. Magnuson and his works will be celebrated during the free "Art Uplifts" show Friday evening at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center in Post Falls. The exhibit runs through May 19.
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One of Jimmy Magnuson's early pieces, "Chicken Birth." The life and works of Magnuson, who died in 2021, will be celebrated Friday evening during the "Art Uplifts" show at the JACC in Post Falls.
Devin Weeks is a third-generation North Idaho resident. She holds an associate degree in journalism from North Idaho College and a bachelor's in communication arts from Lewis-Clark State College Coeur d'Alene. Devin embarked on her journalism career at the Coeur d'Alene Press in 2013. She worked weekends for several years, covering a wide variety of events and issues throughout Kootenai County. Devin now mainly covers K-12 education and the city of Post Falls. She enjoys delivering daily chuckles through the Ghastly Groaner and loves highlighting local people in the Fast Five segment that runs in CoeurVoice. Devin lives in Post Falls with her husband and their three eccentric and very needy cats. | March 23, 2023 1:00 AM
"Art Uplifts," an exhibit inspired by and in memory of the late Jimmy Magnuson, will be at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center from 5:30-7:30 Friday night.
Magnuson — a beloved son, brother, musician, outdoorsman, loyal friend and brilliant artist — died May 17, 2021. He was just 36.
"He was Michaels' best customer," said his mom, Nita Magnuson of Coeur d'Alene. "All of his money went to paint."
Although his heart was full of love, his life was not without its struggles. Art was an outlet for him, as it is for many.
"We all struggle when it comes down to it. No one has it easy, you find that out through life," Nita said. "We all have struggles. Art is a positive way to stay in the moment."
At least 40 local artists will participate in the show, which is in its second year. Some of Jimmy's original art will also be on display.
The exhibit, which is free, will celebrate the healing power of art and the strength of people in the community. Their creations are part of a journey of hope, healing and courage. The show will emphasize how art has the power to help navigate life's challenges — recovery, grief, loss, diagnosis and more.
Homemade refreshments will be served.
"Art Uplifts" will run through May 19.
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