As the fall semester heads toward a close, BFA in Art students have installed their senior exhibition--which is on display at the Brick City Gallery until December 5. Countless hours of coursework, trial-and-error, problem-solving, and creative brainstorming have prepared students to showcase their talents in this exhibit, and beyond. Jina Seo, assistant professor and … [Read more...] about BFA in Art, Senior Exhibition on View Now
Physical distancing in a university setting has been challenging in general, let alone for programs requiring hands-on interaction and close proximity for classroom demonstrations. Jina Seo and Kevin Hughes, professors in the Art + Design Department, have incorporated video cameras and large monitors as a solution to this problem which allows for professor-student interaction … [Read more...] about Solving COVID-19 Challenges in the Classroom with Innovative Technology
Letter from Tainan, Taiwan! "My name is Liv Smith and I am a senior finishing up my Bachelors in Fine Art. I have been a visiting artist at Tainan National University of the Arts for the past three months. Through the help of my professors, Deidre Argyle, Kevin Hughes and Keith Ekstam, a gracious scholarship from the Art and Design Department and the support of my family I was … [Read more...] about Student note from abroad: Liv Smith in southern Taiwan
While Clay Bears may not be Missouri State University's version of Terracotta Army, they are extraordinary in their own way - shown here advocating for world peace in a photo taken in Lanzhou, Gansu Province, China. All were able to get together for a few days in Lanzhou while visiting China. Three former Clay Bears (former Ceramics students) and Papa Bear (MSU Professor) … [Read more...] about Clay Bears in China
This summer, visitors to Magers Health and Wellness Center on the Missouri State University Campus will enjoy an exhibition of Associate Professor Kevin Hughes' work in clay. Six platters using wide ranging glaze and firing techniques will be on display in the Taylor Gallery space on the second floor. Visitors are greeted with informational labels the artist provided that … [Read more...] about Art Professor displays platters at Taylor Gallery