The Best of Regional Art Comes to Plainfield in August of 2026! Our Hendricks Live! Art Exhibition is an annual art invitational showcasing the best of the visual arts. The HL!AE is committed to celebrating the rich heritage and cultural traditions of diverse populations to cultivate community engagement and build the county’s reputation as a creative, dynamic, and vibrant region to live, work, and play.

Join us for a captivating exhibition of oil paintings by Thomas A Himsel, an award-winning artist based in Hendricks County, Indiana. This special showcase features 52 original works, highlighting beautiful landscapes throughout Indiana and across the nation. Himsel’s masterful use of light and texture captures the essence of nature – from quiet rural scenes to sweeping vistas – offering viewers a visual journey through some of the country’s most stunning scenery.