Location
Humanities Fine Arts Building, The Edward J. & Helen Jane Morrison Gallery
Event Website
https://2026undergraduateresearchsy.sched.com/event/2Ix7j/familiar-stillness
Start Date
15-4-2026 2:00 PM
End Date
15-4-2026 4:30 PM
Description
My work captures moments of stillness in everyday life, inviting viewers to slow down and appreciate the often-overlooked beauty found in small details. I explore themes of relaxation, memory, and nostalgia, often connected to the serenity of nature and the warmth of summer. Through these quiet moments, I aim to create a sense of peace and encourage viewers to reflect on and cherish life's subtle moments.
The imagery in my drawings comes from personal photographs my family, friends, and I have taken, depicting a diverse range of subjects, including worn fabrics, shared meals, lived-in spaces, and calming landscapes. By focusing on a range of surfaces and contrasts between light and dark, I examine how different textures and atmospheres bring each drawing to life.
Working solely in black and white helps emphasize mood and detail without the distraction of color. Through my work, I continually challenge myself to maintain realism while preserving the unique aesthetic of a pencil stroke. Ultimately, my drawings offer viewers a moment to pause and discover their own nostalgic connections to the images drawn from my life.
Boat Nap JPEG
Lexi Peterson - End of the Dock.jpeg (1638 kB)
End of the Dock JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Evening Reflections.jpeg (2203 kB)
Evening Reflections JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Fresh Slices.jpeg (3175 kB)
Fresh Slices JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Morning Folds.jpeg (1690 kB)
Morning Folds JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Splash!.jpeg (3063 kB)
Splash! JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Sticky Fingers.jpeg (1777 kB)
Sticky Fingers JPEG
Lexi Peterson - Worn In.jpeg (1710 kB)
Worn In JPEG
Publication Date
2026
Included in
Familiar Stillness
Humanities Fine Arts Building, The Edward J. & Helen Jane Morrison Gallery
My work captures moments of stillness in everyday life, inviting viewers to slow down and appreciate the often-overlooked beauty found in small details. I explore themes of relaxation, memory, and nostalgia, often connected to the serenity of nature and the warmth of summer. Through these quiet moments, I aim to create a sense of peace and encourage viewers to reflect on and cherish life's subtle moments.
The imagery in my drawings comes from personal photographs my family, friends, and I have taken, depicting a diverse range of subjects, including worn fabrics, shared meals, lived-in spaces, and calming landscapes. By focusing on a range of surfaces and contrasts between light and dark, I examine how different textures and atmospheres bring each drawing to life.
Working solely in black and white helps emphasize mood and detail without the distraction of color. Through my work, I continually challenge myself to maintain realism while preserving the unique aesthetic of a pencil stroke. Ultimately, my drawings offer viewers a moment to pause and discover their own nostalgic connections to the images drawn from my life.
https://digitalcommons.morris.umn.edu/urs_event/2026/visualdisplay/1