Four years of study in Spalding’s studio art program will culminate Thursday night, May 10, with the opening reception of the Senior Thesis Exhibition. The exhibit spans two galleries – the 849 Gallery at 849 S. Third St. and Huff Gallery across the street at the Spalding Library, 853 Library Lane. Pieces are also on display on the third floor of the library.
The opening reception is a free, public, ticketless event. The exhibit runs through June 3 – the day after Spalding Commencement. The Huff Gallery is always open to the public during library hours. After the opening reception, pieces at the 849 Gallery will be viewable by appointment by calling 502-873-4357
The Senior Thesis Exhibit will feature the work of 25 candidates for a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, and it will encompass all facets of art instruction, from foundational courses in painting and drawing to the practical application of newly acquired skills in the use of modern technology and creative problem-solving.
The Senior Thesis Exhibit acts as a training ground of sorts for students to learn how to create and run their own art show. They have installed their own work and produced the supporting written descriptions, and the opening reception will be an opportunity to explain their work to the public and interact with collectors or other members of the art community.
Here are the exhibiting seniors:
Cindy Armendariz
Maria Armstrong
James Bixler
Jessica Booker
Allison Bratcher
Hollie Collins
Amanda H. Ellison
Annalise Fegan
Lucas Futrell
Shamia Gaither
Hannah Goodwin
Kristin Husk
Cody Johnson
Virginia Kavanaugh
Sarah Kinslow
Sarah Knoop
Lei Lorimor
Emily Meredith
Miguel Rodriguez
Desi Sallee
Mikky Shaffer
Elizabeth Stevenson
Aaron Storm
Jace Stovall
Damien Vines