Art is a valuable method of empowerment when it inspires others to live as their most authentic selves. For Missouri State Art + Design alum Trevor Doell, creating artwork inspired by his own experiences and the history of the LGBTQ+ community has aimed to promote representation, self-acceptance, and inclusion. "Being a gay man in the Midwest has not always been a fun … [Read more...] about Alumni Feature: Trevor Doell
Over one hundred posters spreading messages of support, peace, and solidarity for Ukraine fill Carolla Arts Exhibition Center for Stand with Ukraine. An international call for submissions brought together the socially-conscious poster designs as a collaborative initiative by The 4th Block Graphic Designers Association and PosterTerritory. Stand with Ukraine is on view August … [Read more...] about New Poster Exhibition in Support of Ukraine
It is not uncommon for artists across disciplines to dip into the literary world by illustrating or writing a book, but Associate Professor of Design Jacek Fraczak has gone a step further by taking on the publishing process of a book concept especially meaningful to him. The anthology entitled Art & Friends: Selected Writings of Danuta Wróblewska delves into Polish art … [Read more...] about Design Professor’s Book Offers Unique, Personal Perspective on Polish Art
The Department of Art + Design is excited to present the fall 2022 lineup for the Visiting Artists, Designers, and Scholars Series, bringing unique insight from artists of various backgrounds and career paths. This semester's multidisciplinary speakers are set to offer experienced advice for working with and across nearly every artistic discipline, including painting, drawing, … [Read more...] about Fall 2022 Visiting Artists, Designers, and Scholars Series Announced
As a formal show of gratitude from the MSU Foundation, the university, the Judith Enyeart Reynolds College of Arts and Letters, and the Department of Art + Design, a dedication ceremony was held to honor Robert and Margaret Carolla for their generous gift to the university that led to the creation of the Carolla Arts Exhibition Center. The ceremony took place on August 5 at … [Read more...] about Gallery Dedication Ceremony Honors Robert and Margaret Carolla