WCU celebrates student achievement at 58th Annual Juried Exhibition

Western Carolina University’s 58th Annual Juried Undergraduate Exhibition honored student artists during an awards ceremony held Feb. 26 at the WCU Fine Art Museum, recognizing work across media and innovative approaches to materials.   This year’s exhibition was selected in person by juror Tracy Templeton, who said undergraduate exhibitions mark an important transition for student artists. “Undergraduate exhibitions […]

Student art in the WCU Fine Art Museum

The WCU fine art museum had the Bachelor of Fine Arts portfolio exhibition on display until Dec. 8. There is an appeal to this annual exhibition that makes it unique to others displayed in the Fine Art Museum.   The BFA portfolio exhibition is comprised entirely of student work. Students pursuing their bachelor’s in fine arts […]

Spark of the Eagle Dancer: Celebrating Native American Heritage

In a celebration of Native American heritage and artistry, the Spark of the Eagle Dancer: The Collecting Legacy of Lambert Wilson exhibit has opened its doors to the public at the Western Carolina University Fine Art Museum.  Over 140 pieces of contemporary Native American art are on display at the exhibit, ranging from vibrant paintings […]

Faculty talent displayed in Art Biennial

Artists muster up the courage to showcase their private and personal work. On Aug. 23, professors of art lowered their walls for the Western Carolina community at the School of Art and Design Faculty Art Biennial. Attendees filed into the WCU Fine Art Museum to view the works of faculty from the School of Art […]