Do You See What I See?

This brochure advertises an event hosted by Marxhausen. All I know about it so far is what I gleaned from the text on the back, but some of Marxhausen's contemporaries might be able to tell me more about it. It appears as though the event was about teaching people to look for beauty in unlikely places, similar to the message of his films, A Time to See and Findings.

From the Scrapbook - Invitation

This was the invitation to the celebration honoring Marxhausen last year.

Here is what the text says:

a celebration of MARXHAUSEN

Reinhold Marxhausen, Concordia artist and Seward resident since 1951, will be celebrated at Seward's Rivoli Theater on Main Street Sunday, May 24, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Showing Marxhausen films, "Findings," "Timelines," and "A Time to See," produced by Banker's Life and Nebraska NET. These films showcase Marx's artwork and his legacy in Nebraska.

Sponsored by: Seward Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with Concordia University.

This invitation was kept as a souvenir by a local fan of Marxhausen's work.

Click on this thumbnail to view a close-up of the photo by Marxhausen used in this invitation.

- Duncan