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Nick LeDonne '18 (Animation) being interviewed on
the red carpet at the Catalina Film Festival
Powerful
, Award-Winning Student Animated Film Continues to Receive Recognition
Congratulations to UArts Animation senior
Nick LeDonne '18 (Animation), whose powerful film
"Hanging,"
a message of hope based on overcoming his earlier struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts, has won numerous awards, including first prize at the prestigious Catalina Film Festival. It was also a Student Academy Awards semi-finalist and has been honored in dozens of international film festivals. Check out this feature in
Animation Magazine
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Larry Day, "Painting Studio," 1972-73
The Perpetual Subject
February 13 - March 3, 2017
As part of the ongoing celebration of our
140th anniversary, the University of the Arts is pleased to present works by faculty and alumni, focusing on the figure as a central subject. The exhibition, curated by Laura Frazure, includes a range of media and formats, including sculpture, painting, drawing, photography and stained glass. Addressing the long history of figurative studies at UArts,
The Perpetual Subject
celebrates the rich variety of contemporary expressions.
Artist Lecture: Louis Marinaro BFA '74 (Sculpture)
Thursday, February 16
10 AM
Opening Reception and Book Signing
Thursday, February 16
5 - 7 PM
Robert Osti will sign copies of his recently published anatomy book,
Basic Human Anatomy, An Essential Visual Guide for Artists.
The University of the Arts
Dorrance Hamilton Hall
320 South Broad Street
Artists:
Charles Browning, Eoin Burke
BFA '07 (Sculpture), John Carlano
BFA '78 (Photography), Harvey Citron, Charles Cooper
BFA '88 (Illustration), Larry Day, Jim Dessicino
BFA '07 (Sculpture), Scott Donahue
BFA '73 (Sculpture), Walter Erlebacher, Laura Frazure
BFA '86 (Sculpture), Natalie Charkow Hollander, John Horn
BFA '75 (Sculpture), Elsa Johnson, Louis Marinaro
BFA '74 (Sculpture), Anne Massoni, Tom Miles
BFA '75 (Sculpture), Roberto Osti, Leo Robinson, Judith Schaechter, Anthony Visco
BFA '70 (Sculpture)
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Save the Date! Art Unleashed 2017
Join us for the 8th Annual Art Unleashed on
Thursday, April 6 - Monday April 10, 2017.
This special event raises
critical scholarship funds for UArts students.
Works by UArts students, alumni, faculty and staff will be on display and available for purchase. Opening Night Party will be a festive affair giving an exclusive first look at the exhibition while you mingle with artists and enjoy entertainment by UArts performing arts students over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
All alumni are invited to submit their work to be juried for the exhibition.
More details will be announced soon.
Opening Night Party
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Formal invitation to follow
Exhibition and Sale Continues
April 7 - 10
Free and open to the public
The University of the Arts
Dorrance Hamilton Hall
320 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Kathleen Greco BS '79 (Industrial Design), MFA '15 (Studio Art)
UArts in NYC: Alumni Reception
Join alumni and friends of UArts for an alumni reception during the annual College Art Association Conference
co-hosted by the Alumni Association and the College of Art, Media and Design.
Friday, February 17, 2017
5:30 PM
New York Hilton Midtown
1335 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019
FREE
(does not require conference admission)
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Upcoming Alumni Volunteer Opportunities
There are many opportunities for alumni to be involved on campus this spring. Let us know if you're interested in volunteering your time for any of the events below.
College of Performing Arts Audition Day
Saturday, March 4
- Encourage prospective students and their parents during the College of Performing Arts Audition Day.
Admit One
Sunday, March 26
- Answer the questions of accepted students and their parents about life as a UArts student, as well as life post-UArts.
Art Unleashed
Artwork Drop-off: Monday, March 20 - Wednesday, March 22
- Assist with the intake of artwork for Art Unleashed, our annual scholarship fundraiser and exhibition.
Opening Night: Thursday, April 6
- Assist on the sales floor during our Opening Night Party.
Artwork Pick-up: Tuesday, April 11 - Friday, April 14
- Assist with the de-install of Art Unleashed and checking out unsold work for artist pick-up.
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