Rayetta Benson, “Reflection,” ceramic sculpture, 18” x 18” x 9”, 2022. Emma Kopplin, untitled, installation concept, 2022.

19 Apr 2022    

UNL Capstone Exhibition opens May 2

Lincoln, Neb.--The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Art, Art History & Design will present the work of graduating undergraduate students in the upcoming Spring 2022 Capstone Exhibition, which will have both online and in-person components.

This biannual experience is held at the end of the fall and spring semesters and presents the work of each semester's graduating Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) seniors in studio art and graphic design as a culmination of their coursework and exploration. 

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Dehmie Dehmlow, “Arche Arrangement 1,” 2022, variable dimensions, papercrete, polystyrene foam, mid-range ceramic, salvaged wood. Amber Boris, “Reimagined House,” 2022, cardboard, paper, acrylic paint, paper mache clay, 20” x 37” x 27”.

31 Mar 2022    

MFA Thesis Exhibitions continue through April 15

Lincoln, Neb.—The final two rounds of MFA Thesis Exhibitions continue in the Eisentrager-Howard Gallery in Richards Hall, featuring the work of four graduating Master of Fine Arts students in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Art, Art History & Design.

The simultaneous solo shows will be on display in two rounds, with a new pairing of artists each week between April 4-15.

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Edward Hopper, “Room in New York,” 1932. From the collection of Sheldon Museum of Art. David Lubin’s lecture on April 13 is titled “Edward Hopper and Classic American Cinema.” He will consider the cinematic qualities and themes of Hopper’s art. David Lubin

31 Mar 2022    

Lubin to discuss Edward Hopper at Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist series lecture

Lincoln, Neb.—Film and art historian David Lubin will present a Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lecture on Wednesday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. in Richards Hall Rm. 15. His lecture is free and open to the public.

The lecture will also be accessible via Zoom at https://unl.zoom.us/j/94380775980

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Byron Anway, “Mat II,” watercolor and gouache on paper, 22” x 30”, 2020. Qiqe Panqeqi Martinez, “Duende,” intaglio etching on paper, 15” x 11”, 2021.

25 Mar 2022    

Anway’s ‘Abierto’ exhibition includes 3 art students

Lincoln, Neb.--School of Art, Art History & Design Assistant Professor of Practice Byron Anway is curating an exhibition titled “Abierto,” which means “open” in Spanish, at the Tugboat Gallery. The exhibition will include work by Anway and three School of Art, Art History & Design students.

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Clockwise from upper left: Tim Andersen, Dan and Barbara Howard, Abby Miller and Emma Nishimura.

24 Mar 2022    

Honors Day alumni awards announced

Lincoln, Neb.--The Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts will celebrate student, faculty, staff and alumni achievement at its annual Honors Day celebration on Friday, April 22. The dinner is by invitation only.

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Chip Thomas, “Rose Hurley with her great grandson,” 20” x 30”. Chip Thomas, “I am the change.”

23 Mar 2022    

Artist Chip Thomas will present next Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lecture April 6

Lincoln, Neb.—Interdisciplinary artist Chip Thomas will present the next Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lecture on Wednesday, April 6.

The lecture is at 5:30 p.m. in Richards Hall Rm. 15. It is free and open to the public. It is also accessible via Zoom at https://unl.zoom.us/j/93570308270

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Art historian Kathryn Gleason is a leading expert on the archaeology of ancient Roman gardens and designed landscapes.

10 Mar 2022    

Art historian Gleason will present next Hixson-Lied Visiting Scholar Lecture

Lincoln, Neb.—Kathryn Gleason, professor of landscape architecture and a member of the Cornell Institute for Archaeology and Material Studies (CIAMS) at Cornell University, will present the next Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist & Scholar Lecture on Wednesday, March 23.

The lecture is at 5:30 p.m. in Richards Hall Rm. 15. It is free and open to the public. The lecture is also accessible via Zoom at https://unl.zoom.us/j/92305010114

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Hannah Demma, “A Song Without the Words (detail),” 2022, variable dimensions, handmade paper, color pencil, gouache. Maddie Aunger, “Evening Alley,” acrylic on panel, 16” x 20”, 2021.

02 Mar 2022    

MFA Thesis Exhibitions open March 21

Lincoln, Neb.—Eight graduating Master of Fine Arts students in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Art, Art History & Design will present their MFA Thesis Exhibitions in the Eisentrager-Howard Gallery in Richards Hall beginning March 21.

The simultaneous solo shows will be on display in four rounds, with a new pairing of artists each week between March 21-April 15.

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Rachel Adams curated “All Together, Amongst Many: Reflections on Empathy” at the Bemis Center last summer. Greg Schmidt

02 Mar 2022    

Two artists will present Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lectures March 9-10

Lincoln, Neb.—The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Art, Art History & Design will present two Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lectures March 9-10. 

Rachel Adams, the chief curator and director of programs at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts in Omaha, will present her lecture on Wednesday, March 9 at 5:30 p.m. in Richards Hall Rm. 15. Graphic designer Greg Schmidt will present his lecture on Thursday, March 10 at 5:30 p.m. in Richards Hall Rm. 17.

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The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has named its finalists for the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts dean position.

24 Feb 2022    By Julie Kundhi, Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor

Finalists announced for fine and performing arts dean

Lincoln, Neb.--The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has named its finalists for the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts dean position.

Selected through a national search, the candidates will visit campus between Feb. 28 and March 10.

Candidates will participate in multiple-day interviews with a variety of college stakeholders. Public presentations, each at 3:30 p.m. in the Lied Center for Performing Arts’ Steinhart Room, will be offered in-person and via Zoom.

The finalists, listed by public presentation date, are:

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