Elisabeth Wielgus--Creating Her Own Light
Early Inspiration
Elisabeth Wielgus is a Columbus, Nebraska–born photographer whose love for imagery began at an early age, she picked up her first camera at just six years old. A lifelong bookworm, librarian, and aspiring writer, Elisabeth brings a quiet, observant storyteller’s eye to her photography.
Through the Artist’s Eye
She is especially drawn to landscapes and still life compositions, preferring the subtle narratives found in places, objects, light, and atmosphere. More comfortable behind the camera than in front of it, Elisabeth focuses on capturing mood, detail, and the often-overlooked beauty of everyday scenes. Her images feel like visual stories, gentle, reflective, and rich with feeling.
Shaped by Study, Celebrated in Art
Elisabeth earned her Associate of Fine Arts degree from Central Community College in 2008. Her work has received statewide recognition, with two of her photographs — Table Setting for One and Luggage Locked and Loaded — selected for the ANAC State Competition in 2022.
Artist’s Vision
Through her lens, Elisabeth invites viewers to slow down, notice the quiet moments, and discover stories without words, reminders that beauty often lives in the simplest, most ordinary spaces.Visit this month's Exhibit
Come and enjoy art by Elisabeth Wielgus during The Family Palette.
The exhibit will be showing in the Columbus Art Gallery from February 5 - 26. The gallery is located in the Columbus Community Building, 2500 14 St., on the second floor
Hours:
- Monday - Thursday 1 - 5 PM
- Saturday 1 - 4 PM
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2365 39th Ave
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