Let There be Light Exhibition Brightens PVCC

Skye Scott, staff writer

On Friday, Dec. 9, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the 10th annual “Let There be Light” exhibition will be held in the building and grounds of the Dickinson building of PVCC’s main campus.

This description was written in the official press release about the event: “Let There Be Light celebrates the approach of winter and the longest night of the year with an exhibition of light-based art installations and performances…”

Many different artists will set up their illuminated artwork all around and inside the building. While some exhibits are just to look at, others offer interactive aspects. One of the exhibits is a luminous egg hunt, which lasts for the whole event.

“The first year we had about 500 people, every year it grew and now it’s 4-5000,” wrote Beryl Solla, a professor of art at PVCC.

Hot chocolate and other refreshments are available for any attendees.

Most of the exhibits are accessible for people who experience hindered mobility; however, a few exhibits set in the woods might be slightly difficult to reach, according to Solla.

Since this is the biggest event of the year, the art department begins the planning for the next year directly after the current year’s event.

“We look at how many people came, how much food and drink was served, go over any issues or snags and make notes for the following year,” wrote Solla.

The rain date is Saturday, Dec. 10.

For more information, check out the “Let There Be Light” official website at www.lettherebelightpvcc.com