The 2025 School of Art & Design Master of Fine Arts Exhibition at Krannert Art Museum in Champaign, Illinois, showcases the work of 12 graduating artists from the University of Illinois. The exhibition features a range of installations, including Harsh Milind Waichal's Halcyon Orthopedic Arm Cast, which uses sashiko embroidery patterns to reimagine medical casts, and Quinn Koeneman's comic-based exploration of neurodivergent aesthetics. The show runs through April 26, 2025, and includes works by Vicky Ma, Joseph Obanubi, and Anieya Cauthen.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the intersection of art, design, and social issues—such as healthcare empathy and neurodiversity—while celebrating the culmination of three years of graduate study. It also underscores the role of local art communities, like the Small Press Fest, in fostering emerging artists. The show offers a glimpse into the future of contemporary art practice and the innovative directions these MFA graduates may take.