Showcasing Artwork from August 2021 Students' Gallery
In the heart of our institution, the Student Gallery is currently hosting an exhibition that showcases the artistic talents of students from various disciplines. This celebration of student excellence and creativity features works from this term, selected amidst communities emerging from the pandemic.
The exhibition is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our students, with pieces from art, design, and photography on display. Faculty members nominated the student work for the exhibition, ensuring that only the best of the best would be showcased.
Among the outstanding students whose work is featured in the exhibition are Madison Novak, an Experiential Design alum from Watkins College of Art, who organized the exhibition Forging a Nation at her alma mater. Her work explores the journey of Kosovo through interactive storytelling.
Zoe Nichols, a recent fine art alum at Watkins College of Art, is also highlighted in the exhibition. Her work focuses on themes of absence and light, with an immersive experiment involving 88 hours in darkness.
Chidera Onyeizeh, an alumnus of Prairie State College and a recent graduate of Governors State University, is also recognized for his printmaking skills and award-winning work. He was featured in the Prairie State College Art Showcase at Wind Creek Chicago Southland.
These names represent key students in recent gallery exhibitions showcasing outstanding student work across different institutions and programs this term.
Patricio Sarzosa, who curated and produced the exhibition, has done an excellent job in bringing together this diverse collection of artwork.
For those interested in learning more about the exhibition, the Student Gallery page can be visited for further details. The list of students whose work was selected for the exhibition includes Adrienne Schaumann, Amanda Herskind-Dumke, Amy Hogan, Bobbi Ellison, Brad Newman, Carla Lacy, Cedric Walker, Chris Dipasquale, Deborah Lefever, Deborah Sylva, Elizabeth Addie, Elizabeth Eyre, Hannah Daltorio, James Warren, Janie Elder, Jennifer Maybloom, John Olson, Karen Sorano, Kristin McKellar, Kristy Ren-Hayzlett, Kylie Welsh, Laura Carvajal, Lauren Steiner, Maria Jose Nunez Bonequi, Nico Hicks, Paige Cavender, Renn Herrera, Ronald Graham, Sarrelly Torres, and Timothy Michlig.
This exhibition is a reminder of the incredible talent that exists within our institution and the wider community. It serves as a source of inspiration for current and future students, and a testament to the power of art and creativity in bringing people together.
The Student Gallery exhibition serves as a testament to the education-and-self-development attained by students, showcasing their lifestyle and work in various disciplines such as art, design, and photography. It inspires current and future students, demonstrating the impact of creative expression on communities, even amidst challenging times like the pandemic.
The diverse collection of artwork, curated and produced by Patricio Sarzosa, highlights the outstanding student work of individuals like Madison Novak, Zoe Nichols, Chidera Onyeizeh, and many others, whose contributions enrich the education-and-self-development sphere across different institutions and programs.
