While working a graphic design internship with Fight Colorectal Cancer, Leigh Stracener experienced firsthand how art can make an impact. The internship gave Leigh an outlet to use design skills to spread important awareness for a life-saving organization, and it also happened to included an opportunity to travel across the country to share the message. A sea of blue flags were … [Read more...] about Design for Change: Internships that Make an Impact
Christie Snelson’s appreciation for art’s ability to reach a community has inspired a career that has bettered the Springfield creative scene. Christie’s current positions as an exhibitions manager with Springfield Regional Arts Council and First Friday Art Walk communications director promote art viewing all over the city. With Springfield Regional Arts … [Read more...] about Alumni Feature: Christie Snelson, Community Arts Director
Since graduating with a BFA in Ceramics in May of 2020, Liv Smith has been following artistic passions and an interest in teaching to find their way. So far, this approach has led to great success and a position as studio manager at Creava Studio, a multi-medium art studio offering classes to the Springfield community. As Liv explains, the beginning stages of working in the … [Read more...] about Alumni Feature: Liv Smith, Ceramicist and Teacher