Rodger Gerberding from Council Bluffs, Iowa, is returning as Artist-in-Residence for the month of August. With over 40 years of experience, he’s known for his work as an artist, writer, and actor. Gerberding will draw inspiration from the diverse people of Lindsborg, a place he’s visited over twenty times and feels a deep connection to. His time in Lindsborg fuels his creativity back home.
During his residency, Gerberding enjoys the creative atmosphere of Lester’s studio. Working with his hands and tools, Gerberding mainly focuses on portraiture and uses his memories and sketches from his wanderings to translate them into his work. Gerberding plans to complete several dozen paintings in preparation for several upcoming solo exhibitions, including an exhibition at the Birger Sanzen Memorial Gallery scheduled for November 9, 2026, through January 10, 2027.