Woody Gwyn: Skylight On Water, Trees, Rock and Road Opens May 15 at the Art Museum of South Texas

Art Museum of South Texas to welcome artist Woody Gwyn during opening reception

Woody Gwyn for Trend Magazine

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX –The Art Museum of South Texas (AMST) announces the opening of Woody Gwyn: Skylight On Water, Trees, Rock and Road on May 15, presented by Robert J. Kleberg Jr. and Helen C. Kleberg Foundation, a compelling exhibition that explores the quiet intensity and luminous detail of the Southwestern landscape.

Known for his meticulous technique and meditative approach to place, artist Woody Gwyn captures the subtle interplay of light, surface, and atmosphere across water, stone, and terrain. The exhibition invites viewers to slow down and engage deeply with the natural world through Gwyn’s precise and evocative works.

¡COLORES! Woody Gwyn will air twice on KEDT-TV on Saturday May 9 at 5:30pm and again on Monday May 11 at 9pm. ¡COLORES! is a New Mexico PBS series that celebrates the creative spirit found in the Land of Enchantment.

An opening reception will be held on May 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, offering an exclusive first look at the exhibition. The evening will include an artist talk with Woody Gwyn at 6:30 PM in the gallery, providing insight into Gwyn’s process and artistic vision. The reception is free, with a cash bar and light appetizers available.

Support for this program is provided by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Woody Gwyn: Skylight On Water, Trees, Rock and Road opens Friday May 15 with regular business hours. For more information, visit www.artmuseumofsouthtexas.org or call (361) 825-3500.

Opening Reception Details

When: Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 5:30-7:30 PM
Artist Talk: Woody Gwyn Gallery Talk 6:30 PM
Where: Art Museum of South Texas, 1902 N. Shoreline Drive, Corpus Christi, TX

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The Art Museum of South Texas is a vibrant cultural institution dedicated to enriching the lives of the residents and visitors of Corpus Christi and the South Texas region through the presentation of visual art. The Art Museum of South Texas advances awareness, appreciation, and knowledge of visual art by presenting exciting exhibitions, offering dynamic education programs, and actively collecting and preserving a vital permanent collection that educates all communities. For more information, visit artmuseumofsouthtexas.org.

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