Artwork comes alive for York County 4-H artist

Kristen Sindelar
Aug 13, 2026
3 hrs ago

York County 4-H 1.JPG — Just 14 years old, Hailey Uffelman has mastered realism in the intricate details of her paintings and drawings.
Midwest Messenger photo by Kristen Sindelar

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With the delicate stroke of her paintbrush, life takes form on a blank canvas for young artist Hailey Uffelman.

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York County 4-H 2.JPG — Hailey Uffelman adds details to a painting as she works in her studio in her family’s farmhouse in rural York County.
Midwest Messenger photo by Kristen Sindelar

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York County 4-H 3.JPG — Realistic paintings of animals are a specialty for Hailey Uffelman.
Midwest Messenger photo by Kristen Sindelar

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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.