University of Nebraska College of Law 2005

In 2005, four Nebraska landscape paintings were commissioned by the University of Nebraska College of Law.

The four paintings are permanently displayed in the College of Law. They were created by Nadine McHenry whose husband John is a College of Law graduate.

The landscapes showcase McHenry's intimate knowledge of the rolling hills, waving grasses and expansive skies that distinguish the state of Nebraska.

On April 8, 2005, a private reception was held in the North Hallway of the College of Law to unveil McHenry's commissioned works. Law College Dean Steven Willborn and Norman Geske, director emeritus of the Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery & Scullpture Garden, congratulated McHenry on her works.

This painting has a trail that refers to the many Nebraska law students who have come from the Sandhills.

                               Black Acre, 5 ft x 5 ft; oil on canvas

"This painting has a black acre that refers to the generic description of land in property law classes.

"This painting has an open sky that refers to the future of students who graduate from law school.

This painting is located in the Dean's office at the Law College. It refers to students who take advantage of the practice of law.