June 17, 2024 - If you're traveling in the midwest this summer, later this month Muddy Colors own John Jude Palencar will have a major show at the prestigious Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, Ohio. From the museum: "John Jude Palencar is the first winner of the Butler's top Midyear prize of a one-person exhibition. Palencar is an American illustrator and fine artist, renowned for his captivating works in the realms of fantasy, science fiction, and horror. He has left an indelible mark on the world of art and imagination. His ethereal style and conceptualization have garnered global recognition. Palencar's work is characterized by meticulous detail and a rich language of symbols and archetypes. His pieces invite interpretation by the viewer, leaving room for personal exploration." Indeed they do. John's paintings have been displayed on occasion at the Butler…