Balazs Faa, has brought his admiration and infectious excitement for usability, computer programming, and fine art all the way from Hungary to the Art + Design Department here at Missouri State. His current position in the department is as an Artist-in-Residence and he began his career as a graphic artist and fine artist, then entered the world of programming via … [Read more...] about Art + Design New Faculty Feature: Balazs Faa
A dream job isn’t such a dream for Keeli McCarthy, Senior Designer at Fantagraphics, and now, Artist-in-Residence at Missouri State. As a new faculty member in the Art + Design Department, she is bringing industry knowledge from the publishing house of the world’s greatest cartoonists, as well as innovative teaching to students. Before coming to Springfield, McCarthy … [Read more...] about Art + Design New Faculty Feature: Keeli McCarthy
Daniel Zender remembers looking at Communication Arts when he was a student at MSU. The international journal, which covers graphic design, advertising, photography, illustration and media, inspired him. Now, Zender is inspiring others: He has been featured in Communication Arts himself. A story in the November/December 2018 issue showcased his work as a go-to … [Read more...] about Artist becoming a recognized illustrator
Batsheba checking in from the ERASMUS exchange with the Fine Arts Academy in Krakow: "As cheesy as it may sound, my time in Krakow, Poland, has been nothing short of life-changing. I had my qualms about coming here, as most study abroad students do. I was afraid I would become homesick; that I would not do well adjusting into the culture; that I wouldn’t do well in classes; … [Read more...] about More student notes from abroad: Batsheba Castro-Martinez in Krakow, Poland
The Department of Art and Design is pleased and honored to host Mr Marcin Białas, an artist visiting from the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice, Poland, where he serves as a professor and as the Chair of Graphic Art Faculty. Mr Białas’ work has been widely lauded, receiving numerous solo shows and grants internationally. Mr. Białas will offer a … [Read more...] about Guest artist lecture, Marcin Białas