JSU Dept of Art

BFA/BA degrees with concentrations in Photography, Graphic Design, Painting, Drawing, Printmaking and Ceramics, and an MFA in Visual Communication Design.

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Get ready for an awesome exhibition showcasing the talents of our soon-to-be graduates!

Every journey has its end, and we're all about turning it into a big celebration!

Come join us for a fantastic display of creativity and success

You won't want to miss it!

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Huge shoutout to Alba & Jamie for their work CRUSHING it at the Artifact BOLD competition! Your designs are SO inspiring!

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Join us at the Oxford Performing Arts Center this week for a truly enriching experience featuring the remarkable work of our esteemed faculty member, Sarah Ellis.

See you there!

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The final MFA student show of the semester is almost here! Congratulations to Ashlen Jackson, Conner Gayda, and now Alba Conejero Gutierrez

QUICK HEADS UP: This time, it's on Monday, April 15th. The venue is the Houston Cole Library, 9th floor, from 5 to 7 PM.

See you there!

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All are invited to our Kaleidoscope Artist Presentation for 2024!
Installation artist Baggs McKelvey will debut her installation piece in the Roundhouse Gallery and give an artist talk in the Roundhouse 101 lecture hall. A light lunch will be available!

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Celebrating Conner's achievement as one of 15 students globally recognized for the 2024 Communication Arts Student Showcase. #TalentSpotlight #CommunicationArts

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Tables and tents will be provided, and set-up starts at 8am. Everything must be packed up by 4pm.

Interested? Fill out the application form here in our bio and we'll get in touch with your setup details.

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Drawing 2 students are taking advantage of the spring weather to venture outside of the classroom this week.

They did some wonderful botanical sketches in the JSU greenhouse.

Thanks to Dr. Jimmy Triplett for allowing us to hang out in the greenhouse and draw plants!

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This Thursday, we have an incredible thesis show happening. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Videntis is an interdisciplinary teaching strategy that introduces the designer’s thought process in creating visual outcomes for high school educators.

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Check out the winners from yesterday's award ceremony!

"Lady of Space" by Taylor Baesman (Painting) "Melancholy" by Caycie Trotter (Printmaking) "The Fool, The Lovers, & The Sun" by Brianna Bailey (Graphic Design/Packaging)
And a round of applause for our honorable mentions!

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Exciting news!

Our annual Innovation Expo is back for another year!

Industry leaders and employers will be present to provide feedback and guidance to our students.

If you're a student interested in participating, you can find the registration form in our bio.

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Exciting news!

The City of Oxford is looking to hire a paid intern in graphic design or marketing. This opportunity is open starting immediately and runs through the summer, with flexible start and end dates.

If you're a qualified student, this could be your chance!

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At Roundhouse Gallery:

April 4: Ashlen Jackson MFA Thesis Show: "Videntis"
April 11: Conner Gayda MFA Thesis Show: "Design Citizen"

At Houston Cole Library 9th Floor:

April 15: Alba Conejero Gutierrez MFA Thesis Show: "The Backpack Method"

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Are you eager to kickstart your professional journey in your field of study? Look no further! We're offering two opportunities that could pave the way for valuable experience. Building your career while still in school can make a significant difference. Seize this opportunity!

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Congratulations to Alba Conejero, Brianna Bailey, Caycie Trotter, Conner Gayda, Jamie Runnells, Laney Oneal, Riley Abston, and Sydney Wetzel from the JSU Department of Art and Design for their outstanding achievement! They received 12 out of 25 awards at ADDY 2024. #ADDY2024

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Check it out!

Last week, we experimented with prim, light and photography.

The results are inspiring and showcase the intriguing compositions possible with these tools.

#photography #prism #experimentation

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Celebrating Alabama's natural beauty and diversity through his art, JAX State's Professor of Photography, Doug Clark toured the Paint Rock Forest Research Center in Northeastern Alabama and captured these February moments.

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Don't miss out this Thursday!

Join us for an exclusive insight into the remarkable work of Pat Snow.

See you there!

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Last call for submissions!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your work in our gallery and compete for a cash prize.

Today's the final day to apply. Hurry!

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If you checked these options, you are ready for portfolio review!!!

Contact Brooklyn ([email protected]) for more information.

For questions contact Mary Dunn ([email protected]).