The William R. Jenkins Library provides exhibit space to University of Houston students who wish to gain experience displaying their work in a public space.  In December and January visitors to the library will be able to view “Sapphic Portraits:  Reflections of Her,” a series of two-dimensional and three-dimensional pieces by Claire Garza-Gonzalez, a Houston based artist who specializes in acrylic and graphite. She is pursuing her Bachelor’s of Arts at the University of Houston, and hopes to work as an art teacher after graduation. Ms. Garza-Gonzalez reports that she has always had a passion for painting, and loves to incorporate elements of her queerness into her work.   “’Sapphic Portraits: Reflections of Her’ is a deeply personal art exhibit that explores the nuances of love through the lens of sapphic relationships,”  writes Garza-Gonzalez. “This series features a range of mediums—acrylic, chalk pastel, graphite, ink, marker, and silk screen—to capture the artist’s girlfriend in various moments, emotions, and expressions. The intimacy and liveliness of the portraits aims to celebrate the diverse experiences of love between women. Each piece invites the viewers to admire the breathtaking muse, and the beauty of sapphic love. This series seeks to showcase the artists profound love story, as well as create a dialogue about identity, intimacy, and connection within the sapphic community.”  The library will host an opening from 4-5 on Thursday, December 12th.