Visual and Media Arts
24th Summer Film explores struggles of a teenager growing up during the Great Depression
Wes is a shy, sensitive 12-year-old boy growing up poor during the Great Depression. Plagued by bullies, Wes' response to violence has always been to run away. But, when his family's well-being is at stake, Wes can't run anymore. This is the plot of the 24th annual Summer Film Project, "Down by the River," which wrapped production on July 22. Every year, the Summer Film Project provides students with the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals while producing films of varying lengths.
Jul 30, 2018
Students use mobile devices to find inspiration to create art for exhibit
What can the use of mobile devices teach people about their physical and emotional identities, likes and dislikes, and their community and environment? This was one foundational question that provided more than 25 students with the inspiration to create three-dimensional works of art for the exhibit "A Selfie: The Body Extended." The exhibit will be on display in the Mary Idema Pew Library through May 30.
May 9, 2018
Premiere set for 23rd Summer Film Project "For the Birds"
"For the Birds," the 23rd annual Summer Film Project at Grand Valley, will make its debut on the silver screen during an upcoming screening. The event will take place April 26 at Celebration! Cinema North and IMAX, located at 2121 Celebration Drive NE in Grand Rapids. "For the Birds" was written by James Sturtridge, a senior majoring in film and video production who also served as first assistant director on the crew.
Apr 20, 2018
Alumna to discuss overcoming roadblocks in K-12 art education
After more than 13 years of teaching art and being named the 2017 Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Art Education Association, Grand Valley alumna Tricia Erickson has a desire to pass along lessons she has learned throughout her career as an educator. During an upcoming presentation, Erickson, '05, will offer insights on her go-to lesson plans, free resources for art educators, field trip planning and collaborating with colleagues outside of the art education discipline. She will present "Tricks of the Trade: A Survival Gu
Apr 10, 2018
Visual and media arts seniors to showcase capstone works during multiple exhibitions
More than 50 students from the Visual and Media Arts Department will showcase works that represent the culmination of their educational journeys at Grand Valley. Various exhibitions will be on display on both the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses throughout the month of April.
Apr 3, 2018
Visual arts expert to discuss challenges, opportunities of producing art in Midwest during events
As a nationally recognized visual arts expert, James McAnally believes in the importance of art criticism in developing culture and sees both challenges and opportunities in producing art in the Midwest region of the U.S. McAnally will discuss his viewpoints and his career during multiple events on Grand Valley's Allendale Campus March 26-27 as a part of the Visual and Media Arts Department's Visiting Artist Series.
Mar 23, 2018
"Landscape painter of weird narratives" to discuss art and international inspirations during upcoming event
Melanie Daniel, Grand Valley's current Padnos Distinguished Artist-in-Residence, draws much of her inspiration from her time living in both British Columbia and Israel for much of her life. She has carved out a niche for herself in terms of preferred mediums, and labels herself as a "landscape painter of weird narratives," while also making videos on occasion. Having exhibited her work all over the world, Daniel will discuss her past projects during a special presentation at Grand Valley on March 28. The free event will be f
Mar 20, 2018
Visual and media arts exhibitions to spotlight student talent
Two exhibitions opening on the Allendale Campus in February will provide students in the Visual and Media Arts Department with opportunities to curate their own showcases while highlighting their artistic expertise. "Beyond the Frame" will be on display through February 16, and "Mixtape.jpg" will be on display February 19-March 2.
Feb 6, 2018
Art Gallery exhibit, events to explore the ebb and flow of artist's creative process
A new Art Gallery exhibition at Grand Valley will examine the ebb and flow of artist Herbert Murrie's creative process while reflecting back on his painting career and looking forward to a new body of his work. An opening reception for the exhibit will take place January 18. The exhibit will be on display January 15 through March 30.
Jan 11, 2018
Visual and media arts students to exhibit culminating projects during multiple showcases
Senior-level students from the Department of Visual and Media Arts will gain first-hand experience developing and displaying their work before graduation through multiple upcoming exhibitions. Student work will be on display in various venues at Grand Valley and in Grand Rapids November 27-December 14.
Nov 22, 2017
