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Hello Sophie!: The Picture Book Art of Sophie Blackall · Exhibit opens

Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa
Museum

Wednesday, September 13, 2023 9:00 AM- Sunday, November 26, 2023 5:00 PM Sophie Blackall is an award-winning children’s author and illustrator. Blackall’s artistry originated with drawing in the sand on the beaches of her childhood home in Australia. Her skills and passion grew until she earned a Bachelor of Design with honors in Sydney in 1992. In the following years, she drew robotic figures for amusement parks, lent her hands to a DIY television show, and produced a household hints column. She has illustrated over 30 children’s books and created one book for adults. Curated by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, Hello Sophie!: The Picture Book Art of Sophie Blackall, showcases examples of the 30 illustrated artworks for her children’s books that she created. On display starting September 13 to November 26, 2023. Free and open to the public.

52nd Tejano Super Show

Ector County Coliseum 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa
Music

Step into the vibrant world of lowriders at the Tejano Super Show where a rich tradition and Iconic Culture that began on the old dirt streets of Odessa’s Southside in the 1950s has blossomed into one of America’s most prestigious car shows. The Tejano Super Show is Americas Most Original, Authentic and Longest running Lowrider show in America. Contributing thousands of dollars to the Local Community and creating a way of life for generations to come. Tickets are available from $10 to $35, and there’s a special family pack priced at $100 for a group of 5, which amounts to just $20 per person for admission on both days. FIND TICKETS