Three art exhibitions, each with a different approach, background, and raison d’être opened on last night’s First Friday.

At Gettysburg College’s Schmucker Art Gallery is the Spring 2022 Juried Student Exhibition and a collection of works by Baltimore-based artist James Williams II. Williams was the show’s juror for the artwork created by students during the 2021-2022 academic year.

First Prize was awarded to Peter Tarricone for a video piece.

The Juror’s Prize went to Cyndy Basil for an oil on masonite.

The show continues until April 30.

At Waldo’s is Black Habits, a show presented by Indigenous Glow and featuring pieces by The Cooper Project 73, AIim Leggett, and Zaid Muttalib.

Indigenous Glow, founded by local residents Blessing F Shahid and Faa’id Chosen Shahid works to promote the contributions and accomplishments of African Americans.

Works are on display through April.

The Adams County Arts Council presents the 25^th annual Land Conservancy of Adams County Art Auction. All of the 60+ pieces in the show are for sale and may be bid on at biddingowl.com/LCAC.

Items are on display and bidding continues through April 20.

Featured image: Oil on masonite by Cyndy Basil [Gettysburg Connection]