July 29, 2024
Meredith Mims McTigue Answering an invitation to illustrate a children’s book pushed Hannah Mathis ’22, a B.A. Art alumna, out of her comfort zone. Her venture into creating original artwork for a storybook began when an email about an opportunity to work with local author Susan Coryell was sent to all Clemson art students. Art […]
May 29, 2024
Clemson University’s Department of Art is expanding with the addition of the graphic design studio in response to the growing demand for interdisciplinary skills in digital media. Beginning in Fall 2024, students in the BFA Visual Art program can choose graphic design as their studio area. Drew Sisk, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design, will lead […]
May 3, 2024
The 20th anniversary of Artisphere, the Upstate’s premier celebration of art and artists, will once again be tinted orange as artists, professors, staff members, alums and volunteers from Clemson University play a big part in the popular public event Friday-Sunday, May 10-12. The festival, founded in 2003 to “enhance the quality of life and economic vitality […]
March 28, 2024
The Clemson Visual Arts (CVA) at Clemson University is gearing up to honor artistic excellence through a series of student showcases this spring. The exhibitions invite the public to witness the remarkable work of emerging art undergraduates, culminating in the highly anticipated Spring Studio Ceramic Sale. Among the highlights is the unveiling of ten Bachelor […]
March 28, 2024
Students and the public are invited to join ceramics enthusiasts for the annual Spring Ceramic Studio Sale on Wednesday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Lee Gallery Hallway. The sale, hosted by the Clemson Ceramics Association student organization within the Department of Art at Clemson University, offers a wide selection of functional ceramic work by talented […]
March 22, 2024
Students and the public are invited to attend David Donar’s Sabbatical Talk showcasing a cultural fusion depicted through animation and music. The event, hosted by the Department of Art will be held on April 3 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Lee Hall, Room 1-100. David Donar, an esteemed filmmaker renowned for his award-winning short stories, wears […]
March 7, 2024
After spending two decades raising her family and serving her community, Fleming Markel ’98 embarked on a new chapter by pursuing her passion for visual art. Accepted into Clemson University’s graduate visual art program, Markel defied expectations by earning her Master of Fine Arts degree just before age 50. “At Clemson, I was presented with […]
March 4, 2024
Winston Wingo, ’80, an alumnus of Clemson University’s MFA program, has created sculptures that span borders, resonating with audiences across the United States, Canada, France, and Italy with over 40 solo exhibitions and participation in over 200 group competitions and invitational exhibitions. He traces the roots of his connection with art back to his childhood. […]
February 21, 2024
Deighton Abrams’ ’16 artistic journey has taken him coast-to-coast, from his upbringing in Alaska to his recent endeavors as an instructor within the renowned ceramics program at Harvard University. “I come from a very creative family,” he reminisced, “so making and enjoying art in its many forms has been a constant throughout my life.” His […]
February 14, 2024
The lives of Clemson University MFA alumni Kat Hutter ’06 and Roger Lee ’07 have created a mosaic of personal and professional growth. Hutter, with roots in the Midwest, and Lee, a Californian at heart, found themselves on a transformative journey through the Clemson MFA program. Their shared thirst for new environments and diverse perspectives […]
February 2, 2024
Clemson Master of Fine Arts (MFA) alumnus Jerry Gorman’s ’83 journey from road construction in Lordsburg, N.M., to accomplished fine arts painter is a story of passion, determination and uncertainty. Before going to college, Gorman took a job working in road construction. But while watching the sun’s vibrant hues during evenings with the bridge crew, […]
January 11, 2024
In the heart of Clemson, South Carolina, the Clemson Area African American Museum (CAAAM) showcases “Where I’m From,” an art exhibition that provokes thought and deep reflection by Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) alumna Felicia Gibbs Greenlee ’93. This compelling showcase offers a unique visual exploration of Southern upbringing, unveiling unnoticed aspects of life. The Opening […]
