ART ON SCREEN

Hundreds of films explore the arts and the lives of artists. A pilot project made possible through the generous support of Jackie Hamilton, ART ON SCREEN seeks to broaden an interest in the arts through the creative pairing of films about art and artists with entertaining discussions by notable speakers from the world of art and art history.

We think of ART ON SCREEN as ‘TED Talks’ goes to the movies, combining great films with engaging and entertaining speakers, in order to appeal not only to art aficionados but also to those who find the art world a bit intimidating or mystifying.

ART ON SCREEN was developed in consultation with Stuart Horodner, director of the University of Kentucky Art Museum and Leah Kolb, founder of 2nd Story, a curatorial space in downtown Lexington.

FROM THE COWBOY’S BOOT HEEL
Special Guest, Rob McNurlin

Q&A with Michael Johnathon, Rob McNurlin, and Filmmaker Steven Middleton

TUE, MAY 6 @ 7:15PM | ON SALE SOON!

From the Cowboy's Boot Heel: The Musical Journey of Rob McNurlin is a captivating documentary that chronicles career of Appalachian musician Rob McNurlin. Directed by Steven Middleton, the film combines intimate interviews, live performances, and a treasure trove of archival media to trace McNurlin's evolution as an artist. From his early days to his status as a celebrated voice in Appalachian and Americana music, the film paints a vivid portrait of a musician whose work bridges country, folk, and gospel traditions, offering a rich exploration of heritage, artistry, and the enduring power of storytelling through song.

ABOUT THE FILMMAKER

Steven Middleton, is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and media educator based in Morehead, Kentucky. Steven’s films have been featured in film festivals nationally, and internationally, and broadcast on PBS affiliates around the nation.  Steven serves as a senior instructor in the area of Media Production and Journalism at Morehead State University, where he teaches courses in documentary, and digital media.