The facilities of the Art + Design Department are about to get a little grander as they expand to the first floor of a three-story, late-Victorian building, acquired by Missouri State. Located on 326 N. Boonville, this space will offer another professional venue for the exhibition of art and design works of students and faculty and will also host exhibitions brought in from … [Read more...] about Art + Design acquires a new exhibition space
Experience the vibrance and beauty of Rae Senarighi’s transgender and non-binary portraits at “Back in my Body.” This exhibition opens at the Brick City Gallery on February 16 and closes on March 5. Through the use of vivid color mixed with continuous self-acceptance and self-love, Rae produces artwork showcasing beautiful individuals celebrating their stunning … [Read more...] about Celebrate the uniqueness and beauty of the human form
Art & Design builds relationship with Sculpture Walk Springfield Sculpture Walk Springfield installed its first collection in April 2016 and has since become a staple of downtown culture. The current president of the board of directors, Nicole Brown, and former president Robert Carolla reached out to the department of art and design to partner up in 2017. That year, … [Read more...] about Student work showcased in Sculpture Walk Springfield
Join in celebrating first year Art + Design students as they present original work in the Foundations Exhibition, showcased at the Student Exhibition Center on historic Walnut Street. Students’ animations, drawings, sculptures, design work, and much more will be on display from now until February 10. Students sharing their work in this exhibit are all enrolled in the Art + … [Read more...] about Foundations Exhibition showcasing the artwork of first year students
Through impressive schooling, many awards, prestigious positions, extensive research, and notable exhibits, Dr. Fatih Benzer, Assistant Professor of Art Education, has been involved in nearly every aspect of the arts. Though, he has found that his highest passion lies in the classroom. “Teaching has been the most rewarding job for me,” Fatih shares. Fatih is an … [Read more...] about Faculty Feature: Dr. Fatih Benzer