Boston University School of Visual Arts Presents the 2025 Undergraduate Thesis Exhibitions | College of Fine Arts

Boston University School of Visual Arts is presenting the 2025 Undergraduate Thesis Exhibitions from April 29 through May 10 across multiple galleries on campus, including the 808 Gallery, 808 Corridor Gallery, and Commonwealth Gallery. The exhibitions feature works by 66 graduating seniors from BFA programs in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Design, as well as BA in Art students, with a separate BA Capstone Exhibition running from May 5 to 16 in Gallery 5. A public reception is scheduled for May 2, and all shows are free and open to the public.

A Curatorial Vision on View: “Iterations of Interrupted Space” at the Rubin Center, El Paso

The Rubin Center for the Visual Arts at the University of Texas at El Paso is presenting "Iterations of Interrupted Space," an exhibition curated by the duo Un Dique (Octavio Castrejón and Alonso Robles). Selected through the center's Genius Loci open call, the show features works from eight of Un Dique's projects since 2023, including a video of DJ Conejx performing in a Juárez market, Nayeli Hernandez's installation exploring masculinity and grief, and Mariana Ajo's prints on shifting beauty standards. The exhibition transforms the gallery into a space where art becomes ephemera, documenting past events and happenings.

In Baltimore, Confronting Chaos Through Contemporary Art

The New York Times reports on a contemporary art exhibition in Baltimore that uses artistic expression to address and navigate themes of social and political chaos. The show features works by multiple artists who respond to the city's complex urban landscape and broader national tensions, transforming galleries into spaces for reflection and dialogue.

Lemonis Center for Student Success displays student art in annual exhibition

The third Student Art Exhibition was held on April 24 at the Lemonis Center for Student Success at Marquette University, featuring eight student artworks centered on themes of "Culture & Career," "Inclusivity at Marquette," and "Defining Success." Organized by Courtney Hanson, director of the Career Center, the exhibition was sponsored by the Lemonis Center, the Office of Inclusion and Belonging, and Enterprise Mobility. Student artists from various colleges—including Nursing, Engineering, Arts & Sciences, and Communication—submitted proposals and received a $500 stipend to create their pieces, which are now on permanent display alongside works from previous years.

Chassidus in Color Invites Community to Art Gallery Opening

The Chassidus in Color art contest has selected sixty finalist paintings from 180 submissions to be exhibited in a community gallery opening. The opening night event will take place on April 29, 2025, at the Maor Art Gallery in Brooklyn, featuring remarks from artist Yitzchok Moully. The exhibition will run for three weeks across two venues—Maor Art Gallery and Betzalel Art Gallery—before a finale at the Jewish Children’s Museum on May 18. Renowned Chabad artist Michoel Muchnik and a panel of fellow artists will review the finalists to determine the contest winners.

IU Bloomington art galleries feature works from and about South Africa

Indiana University Bloomington's art galleries are presenting two exhibitions focused on South African and Indigenous visual culture. "Illusions of Identity: The Colonial Gaze," curated by student Joshua Sinnett at the Community Gallery in the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, contrasts early 20th-century photographs of Native Americans by Joseph K. Dixon with images of Indigenous South Africans by Alfred Duggan-Cronin, examining colonial perspectives. Concurrently, "Coloured Pots (Izinkamba kwamaKhaladi)" at University Collections at McCalla features contemporary ceramics by artist Fileve Tlaloc, who uses amaZulu pottery forms to explore her mixed-race ancestry and challenge colonial racial categories, displayed alongside historical amaZulu vessels.

New experimental art gallery launches in Brighton

A new experimental art gallery, the Founders Room, is launching in Brighton in May 2026 as part of the Brighton Festival. The inaugural exhibition, titled Act 0, is organized by The Adelaide Salon in collaboration with Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival. It features works by two artist couples—Isobel Smith and The Baron Gilvan, and Lucy Newman and Bob Dixon—exploring process-led, relational, and interdisciplinary practices. The exhibition questions the boundary between artist and artwork, presenting painting, drawing, and performance-led works that blur authorship and lived experience.

Cultural Cities at the Heart of New Municipal Conquests

Villes culturelles, au cœur des nouvelles conquêtes municipales

Municipal elections across France have resulted in a wave of new and re-elected mayors, many of whom campaigned on strong cultural platforms. Key victories include Emmanuel Grégoire in Paris, Catherine Trautmann in Strasbourg, Grégory Doucet in Lyon, Yann Galut in Bourges, and Arnaud Deslandes in Lille, each outlining specific cultural visions ranging from continuity and private-public partnerships to fostering urban and street culture.

Paula Punkstiņa at Kim? Contemporary Art Centre

Paula Punkstiņa's exhibition "The Arrows of Concerns" opened at Kim? Contemporary Art Centre in Riga, running from March 14 to May 19, 2026. Curated by Zane Onckule, the show presents 33 images documenting the artist's work, with photography by Ansis Starks.

Laura Langer at Simian

Argentine artist Laura Langer presents a solo exhibition titled "Why am I me?" at Simian in Copenhagen. Running from January 24 through April 12, 2026, the show features a comprehensive installation documented through an extensive series of 145 images captured by photographer Brian Kure.

Stitch Your Favorite Destinations with Jake Henzler’s ‘Knit the City’

Fiber designer Jake Henzler, known as Boy Knits World, is releasing a new book titled 'Knit the City' through David & Charles Publishing. The book provides modular knitting patterns inspired by the architecture of global cities like Copenhagen and Paris, allowing crafters to create customizable blankets, pillow covers, and other textile projects that stitch together building-block facades.

“40+1” at CAP • Centre d’art de Saint-Fons, Lyon

The CAP • Centre d’art de Saint-Fons in Lyon has launched its 40th anniversary season with the exhibition "40+1." The show inaugurates a year-long program celebrating the institution's four-decade history of supporting contemporary art and engaging the public.

New art gallery brings fresh perspective to Madrona

A new art gallery called Dirkse/Prim has opened in Seattle's Madrona neighborhood, founded by married couple Michelle and Jeremy. Michelle works as an interior designer, while Jeremy is a painter of seascapes. Their debut exhibition features the work of another husband-and-wife duo, Mya Kerner and Zach Helenske, whose art is inspired by their 40-acre farm in Pennsylvania. The gallery aims to offer a warm, welcoming alternative to traditional white-box spaces, emphasizing community and approachability.

Fulton students promote peace with art exhibit

Fulton Public Schools students displayed over 80 artworks in the "Building Peace: From Within to the World" exhibit at the Mildred M. Cox Gallery in William Woods University's Kemper Art Center. The show, open Monday through Friday, was organized in partnership with the William Woods Rotaract Club, the Fulton Rotary Club, and Fulton Public Schools, with funding from a Rotary peace project grant. Art teachers Pamela Doss and Rebecca Diekamp coordinated student submissions from kindergarten through 12th grade, with works exploring themes of inner peace, community kindness, and symbolic acts of making a difference.

Free exhibition opens showcasing 100 contemporary artworks

The third annual Worcester 100 Open Art Exhibition has launched at The Artery Studios, featuring 100 contemporary works by local artists. The showcase includes a diverse range of media such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, and textiles, with all pieces available for purchase to support the regional creative community.

2026 Downtown Spring Gallery Walk

The Iowa City Downtown District is hosting its annual Spring Gallery Walk, a self-guided tour featuring local art and special exhibitions across various downtown venues. Key participants include the Stanley Museum of Art, which is hosting a grand opening reception for two new exhibitions, and the UI Main Library Gallery, which is presenting a retrospective on conductor James Dixon. The event also features community-created works at the UI Museum of Natural History.

Slane Castle Unveils CAIM: A groundbreaking contemporary art exhibition

Slane Castle in Ireland has announced CAIM, a new contemporary art program launching with an inaugural exhibition from September 12th to 30th. Curated by Jenn Ellis of Apsara Studio and Matilda Liu of Meeting Point Projects, the exhibition will feature immersive installations, sculptures, and multimedia works by emerging and established international and local artists. The works engage with themes of protection, ritual, and humanity's bond with nature, set within the castle's historic grounds and state rooms. The opening weekend includes an exclusive Riverside Gala Dinner on September 13th.

John Smith on Being John Smith

Artist-filmmaker John Smith discussed his latest autobiographical film, 'Being John Smith,' in an interview with Nataliia Serebriakova following a screening. The film explores his lifelong relationship with having one of the most common English names, a subject he was finally inspired to tackle after witnessing a Pulp concert where the crowd became a unified mass during the song "Common People." He describes the project as cathartic, addressing the daily jokes and challenges of individuality tied to his name.

Art with a heart - High Point pet portraitist schedules benefit show

Emily Cassidy, a High Point-based pet portrait artist with a background in animal science and veterinary technology, is holding a three-day solo exhibition titled "All Things Bright & Beautiful" from May 27 to May 29 at Reynolda Village in Winston-Salem. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Wake Forest University Chaplain’s Emergency Fund, which assists students, faculty, staff, and contract workers with essential expenses. Cassidy, who returned to art in 2020 after a career in cancer research, now has a two- to three-month waiting list for commissions and works in colored pencils, pastels, and oils.

See the Spectacular Winners of Smithsonian Magazine’s 23rd Annual Photography Contest

Smithsonian Magazine has announced the winners of its 23rd annual photography contest, selecting top honors from over 17,000 submissions spanning 108 countries. The Grand Prize was awarded to Jacqueline Burke, a veterinarian and photographer, for her image "The Punk Rockers," which captures three egret chicks with mohawk-like plumage at a New Jersey rookery. Other category winners highlighted diverse subjects, including an abstract portrait by Irina Denisova and a spiritual scene of a devotee in Varanasi by Arun Kumar Nalimela.

Eye opening: Artist speaks through the eyes in his artwork

Alexandre Emmanuel Henrique, a Brazilian-born artist now living in Cary, North Carolina, has a solo exhibition titled "BraFro" at the Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury. The show is part of the gallery's larger exhibit "ART from ALL Perspectives." Henrique's paintings explore his family history, particularly the story of his great-grandmother, who was enslaved in Brazil after being brought from Africa. The works use eyes as a central motif to convey emotion and narrative, ranging from sorrow to joy, with titles like "Sorrow" and "Once Upon a Time." Henrique works primarily in oils, and many pieces were created specifically for this exhibition.

Artist talk with photographer Ralph Maratta

Award-winning photographer Ralph Maratta will present a freewheeling artist talk at Northwind Art's Jeanette Best Gallery in Port Townsend, Washington, on December 13, 2025. The event coincides with his exhibition "Showcase 2025," where his photograph "Stay the Night, You Can Make Your Way Home Tomorrow" is on view. Maratta will discuss art and the creative process, and attendees can ask him about his unusual titles.

Falls Art Market highlights local talent in community

The Falls Art Market returns for its 9th year in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, featuring around 30 local artists including wildlife artist Tim Davison. The relaxed outdoor market, organized by Lisa Myhre, takes place on the east side of the Levitt Shell on May 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and will continue on the fourth Saturday of each summer month. Artists sell original artwork and offer artful activities, fostering direct connections between creators and the community.

Emporia Arts Council to host Deon Morrow exhibition, artist reception in June

The Emporia Arts Council will host a new exhibition titled "Movement" by artist Deon Morrow at the Trusler Gallery in the Emporia Arts Center, opening May 26 and running through June 27. An artist reception is scheduled for June 5 from 5 to 6 p.m., with additional viewing during Emporia's First Friday activities. Morrow's work explores memory, emotion, and the intangible movements of life—relationships, memories, and experiences—using layered color and gesture rather than literal representation.

EXHIBIT OPENING RECEPTION for "Forever Side by Side" with artists Randy & Debra Brienen

LeMoyne Arts in Tallahassee, Florida, is hosting an opening reception on July 11, 2024, for "Forever Side by Side," the third exhibition by artists Randy and Debra Brienen. The show features acrylic and oil works on canvas, with each artist interpreting the same subjects—inspired by Florida nature and landmarks—in their distinctive styles. The reception includes live music by Hot Tamale and refreshments from local vendors.

Photos: "Towers and Flowers" art exhibit at Valencia Town Center

Naomi Young's art exhibit "Towers and Flowers" is on display until mid-June at the Valencia Town Center in Valencia, California. The show, which opened on May 17, 2026, features works inspired by Young's upbringing in Jerusalem, reflecting her enduring connection to the city's spirit.

Opening Reception: Tallahassee Watercolor Society's 2026 Tri-State Annual Juried Water Media Exhibition

The Tallahassee Watercolor Society (TaWS) is hosting the opening reception for its 2026 Tri-State Annual Juried Water Media Exhibition on May 28, 2026, at the FSU Museum of Fine Arts in Tallahassee, Florida. The exhibition features works by local artists from Florida, Georgia, and Alabama, and is juried by nationally renowned watercolor artist Don Andrews, a past board director of the American Watercolor Society whose paintings have earned multiple awards including three from the American Watercolor Society and two Best of Show awards from the New England Watercolor Society.

NHAA's Loud & Proud Opening Reception

The New Hampshire Art Association (NHAA) presents its annual regional Pride exhibition, Loud & Proud, at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery in Portsmouth, NH, from June 3 to 28, 2026. The show features LGBTQIA+ and allied artists from across New England, exploring themes of identity, visibility, joy, and resilience. A central component is Open Book, a collaborative project with NH Outright, where queer teens created sculptural accordion books guided by teaching artist Cara Cabral, displayed alongside the main exhibition.

Winkler students prove creativity is alive and well at annual high school art show

The Winkler Arts and Culture High School Art Show is currently on display from May 14 to June 6, featuring works by students from Northlands Parkway Collegiate (NPC) and Garden Valley Collegiate (GVC) in the Pembina Valley. The exhibit includes a wide range of media—paintings, pottery, pencil drawings, and mixed-media projects—with standout pieces like Grade 9 student Dylan Morgan's detailed portrait of Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu. Program coordinator Katie Bueckert emphasizes the show's role in showcasing young talent and giving students their first gallery experience.

PlayLab to open Saturday at Southwest Art Gallery and Science Center

PlayLab, a new hands-on learning and play space for children and families, will officially open on Saturday, May 16, at the Southwest Art Gallery and Science Center in Dickinson, North Dakota. Located beneath the gallery's main floor, the interactive space features 12 themed labs—including motion, discovery, building engineering, design, spark, construction, magnet, sensory, logic, space, and eco areas—each equipped with materials to foster creativity, motor skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Admission is $10 per child, and regular hours will be Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon and Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m.