Now accepting applications for UNT's MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in Printmaking

The MFA in Studio Art with a concentration in Printmaking at the University of North Texas is accepting applications to begin course work in Fall 2018.

*Deadline for Priority Consideration is January 5, 2018 (for enrolling in Fall 2018).

Late applications will be reviewed for acceptance until mid-February, but with fewer opportunities for Scholarships and Graduate Assistantships. Please contact the Printmaking Area Coordinator, Andrew DeCaen (andrew.decaen@unt.edu) for more details about the Printmaking program or to set up a tour of the studios.

About the Printmaking Program

The printmaking area averages six MFA printmaking candidates and twenty BFA undergraduates from a variety of artistic and geographic backgrounds.  Graduate students are mentored to develop conceptual, formal and technical proficiency through studio practice, critical dialog, and community engagement.  Candidates build professional experience by participating in exhibitions, portfolio exchanges, and collaborations with visiting artists, printmaking conferences, workshops, and other professional activities.

Core Talk: Jay Bailey

Triumph and the Gorgon, acrylic on stretched canvas

CORE TALK  (Visiting artist’s Lecture)

Jay Bailey

Friday November 3: 9-9:50 in the Lyceum; 10-10:50 in GAB 104
 http://jaybailey.com/

visiting artist: Humberto Saenz

Humberto Saenz' Redonda la Ronda en el Mundo

Humberto Saenz, Visiting Artist:

Artist's Lecture: September 21, from 5-6pm, at Wooten 322.

Reception following at Wooten 167.

Co-sponsored with Latino and Mexican American Studies and Studio Art Printmaking Area.

Humberto Saenz will present a lecture of his work that explores migrant perspectives and issues. His lecture is timed to coincide with Hispanic Heritage Month and the opening performance of Deferred Action by Cara Mia Theatre Company at the UNT Theatre. Humberto Saenz is an Assistant Professor in studio art printmaking at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Visiting artist: Robyn O'Neal

Robyn O'Neill 
Artist's Lecture: Sept. 14, 1pm in ART 223
Sponsored by the Drawing/Painting Area of the Studio Art Department
 

Core Talk: Esther Pearl Watson

Esther Pearl Watson's Alsip's, acrylic on wood

CORE TALK  (Visiting artist’s Lecture)

Esther Pearl Watson

Friday September 15: 9-9:50 in the Lyceum; 10-10:50 in GAB 104

estherpearlwatson.com

UNT Art in Public Places Symposium (3)

UNT Art in Public Places Symposium

STUDENT PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS SEPTEMBER 9 / UNION BALLROOM 385

PUBLIC ART 101 10AM - 12PM 

Norie Sato, a Seattle-based artist whose work is displayed across the nation, including in the UNT Student Union, will lead a workshop on the ins and outs of public art from the artist's perspective. Topics include how to translate studio practice into a public arena, how to find and apply for public art commissions, and what it takes to realize public works of art. These topics are relevant not only for artists, but also those who have interest in managing public art programs. 

GRANT WRITING 101 1PM - 3PM 

CVAD arts professionals will share the how-tos of identifying and applying for grants and other funding to support your projects. 

LUNCH AND REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED FREE

Space is limited. Please contact gallery@unt.edu or 940-565-4005 to reserve a space . 

UNT art in Public Places Symposium (2)

UNT Art in Public Places Symposium

ARTWORK COMMISSION SELECTION COLLEGE OF VISUAL ARTS AND DESIGN

On the occasion of the construction of an additional wing of the CVAD Building, a new artwork is being commissioned for UNT, made possible by the Percent for Art program. Join us for lectures by five finalist artists, who will speak about their previous and current work.

LECTURES BY ARTIST FINALISTS UNION BALLROOM 333
1:30PM / SEPTEMBER 8 RECEPTION AT 5pm
Matthew Ritchie / Jean Shin / Mark Dion

LECTURES BY ARTIST FINALISTS UNION BALLROOM 333
10AM / SEPTEMBER 11 / RECEPTION AT NOON
Humberto Campana / Jim Campbell

UNT ART in PUBLIC PLACES Symposium (1)

UNT Art in Public Places Symposium

On the occasion of the construction of an additional wing of the CVAD Building, a new artwork is being commissioned for UNT, made possible by the Percent for Art program. Five finalist artists have been invited to give lectures about their previous and current works. To kick off these lectures, a panel of public art experts will speak about how art makes a difference in public spaces and what it means to collect public artworks.


10:30 AM / SEPT 8 / UNION BALLROOM 333

MARTHA PETERS
Vice President for the Arts Council of Fort Worth and Tarrant County

VERONIQUE LE MELLE
Executive Director of ArtPace residency program in San Antonio

NORIE SATO
Seattle-based artist whose work is displayed across the nation, including the UNT Student Union, Fort Worth's Chisolm Trail Parkway, and San Francisco International Airport

Open House at P.R.I.N.T!

This Open House will feature a demo and live, interactive printing for attendees. Visitors can make their own inspired take-away print using provided materials. Jeffrey Dell will present new work, featuring a laser-cut woodblock printed in multiple colors on layers of translucent paper.

When: Thursday, April 6 at 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT

Where: P.R.I.N.T, University of North Texas, Oak Street Hall Annex, 1120 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201
Free: Open to the public

Web: print.unt.edu
Info: See the event on Facebook
Phone: (940) 565-2485

eMail: print@unt.edu

This project is made possible by the Greater Denton Arts Council, the Texas Commission on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and UNT's College of Visual Art & Design.

Thank you Jeffrey Dell!

Intern and Undergraduate Fellow Sam Cowan assists Jeffrey Dell

Thank you to visiting artist Jeffrey Dell, who collaborated at P.R.I.N.T Press to produce a an original fine art relief print. P.R.I.N.T's team of students will print an edition of the print in the coming year, and the project will be completed during Jeffrey Dell's upcoming visit in spring 2017. 

While at UNT, Jeffrey Dell worked in CVAD's Fab Lab; gave a formal lecture and two open portfolio sessions; and critiqued student work, all the while developing his image at P.R.I.N.T. Check out photos of these events on our Facebook page! Also, check out our new @print_press Instagram feed in which students post their own photos of the events. 

Student assistants with visiting artist Jeffrey Dell at the press

This portion of Jeffrey Dell's visit was made possible by CVAD's Gallery Visiting Artist and Scholar Series; CVAD's Fab Lab; the Department of Studio Printmaking and Sculpture areas; and P.R.I.N.T Press. Upcoming public events will be made possible with the support of the Greater Denton Arts Council, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Jeffrey Dell, Visiting Artist, 9/27

Join us next Tuesday, September 27 from 8:30 a.m to 9:30 a.m in Hickory Hall 160 (Print Shop) for an Open Portfolio and Artist's Talk by Visiting Artist Jeffrey Dell. This event is open to the UNT community. 

Mr. Dell is working with Printmaking students and interns at P.R.I.N.T on a new edition that will be complete in spring 2017.

Mr. Dell is a printmaker and Professor at Texas State University-San Marcos.

Stay up to date by following P.R.I.N.T's Facebook page and Instagram feed! 

Mr. Dell's fall 2016 visit is possible by CVAD Gallery Visiting Artist and Scholars Series, Department of Studio Printmaking, and P.R.I.N.T Press. Special thanks to Sculpture and to CVAD's Fab Lab for working with us on this collaboration. And as always, special thanks to our sponsors--we couldn't do it without you!

Core Drawing Lecture:  Hollis Hammonds 

Monday, April 11th. 

Sage 116, noon & 1pm

Hollis Hammonds creates a range of work from detailed drawings to sculptural installations. Her work often illustrates imaginary piles of debris left after fictional disasters. Questioning consumerist culture through evidence of accumulation, hoarding and collecting, excessive trash fills her work. Working in series, her works float back and forth between reality and fantasy.

Hammonds received her MFA from the University of Cincinnati, and she is the current Chair of the Department of Visual Studies at St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX. Her work has been exhibited throughout the U.S. including solo exhibitions at Redux Contemporary Art Center in Charleston, SC; the Reed Gallery at the University of Cincinnati in OH; the Museum of Art at Southern Mississippi University, and at Women and Their Work gallery in Austin, TX.

http://www.hollishammonds.com

Thank you Linda Ridgway and Katherine Brimberry!

Linda Ridgway and Katherine Brimberry work with students at P.R.I.N.T

Thank you to Linda Ridgway and Katherine Brimberry who collaborated at P.R.I.N.T Press to produce a series of hand-pulled prints, including monoprints and etchings. P.R.I.N.T's team of students will print editions of the etchings in the coming year. 

While at UNT, Linda Ridgway delivered a lecture in conjunction with the Core Talk series; Katherine Brimberry spoke with Printmaking students about business practices and professional career options; and both artists participated in a well-attended Open House. Check out photos of these events on P.R.I.N.T's Facebook page!

Linda Ridgway discusses work-in-progress at P.R.I.N.T's Open House

Linda Ridgway and Katherine Brimberry's visit was made possible by CVAD's Gallery Visiting Artist and Scholar Series; Department of Art Education and Art History; Department of Design Core Design; Department of Studio Drawing and Painting, Fibers, Printmaking, and Sculpture areas; and P.R.I.N.T Press.

Linda Ridgway addresses a large audience during the Open House demo