Visual artist and faculty member Anthony Ryan debuted his solo exhibition, "Imperfect Pixels," at the City College Art Gallery with an opening reception that highlighted his unique printmaking process. The collection features screen prints and woodcuts developed from digital illustrations created using a MacPaint simulator, embracing the aesthetic limitations of early 1980s software. During the event, Ryan’s students demonstrated printmaking techniques, showcasing the practical application of the methods seen in the gallery.
The exhibition serves as a vital bridge between digital nostalgia and traditional craft, illustrating how technological constraints can foster creative breakthroughs in physical media. By showcasing Ryan's work alongside the college's new STEAM Building studio facilities, the event underscores the growing demand for hands-on arts education and the need for expanded institutional support for specialized studio spaces.