“Ages and Ages” is an exhibition of sculptural ceramics, excavating the extant medium of clay from its uncanny geological valley. Considering elemental and historical origins of clay, the works featured in this exhibit address the position of contemporary ceramics between their primordial inception into the ahistorical Anthropocene. Attend the opening reception for this exhibit from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art and the artist talk from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, in room 219 of the H. F. Johnson Center for Fine Arts.
Oct. 31-Nov. 22, 2024
‘Fibrecate’
H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
The work featured in “Fibrecate” entwines the rigor of fiber based processes through a matrix of unexpected traditional and contemporary mediums. Functioning within the tradition of manipulating natural and synthetic filaments, this exhibit seeks to expand our expectations of the traditional techniques as they are applied to paintings and sculptural forms. Attend the opening reception for this exhibit from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 and the artist talk from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
Dec. 6-12, 2024
‘Senior Exhibitions’
Visual and Performing Arts Lab
To celebrate the completion of their senior thesis projects, graduating Carthage studio art majors present a group exhibition of their work in various media. This showcase also serves as a springboard event for our emerging professional artists and is the first step of their exciting new careers as Carthage alumni. Attend the reception for this exhibit from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
Dec. 6-8, 2024-Jan. 8-19, 2025
‘Visions Behind the veil: Soviet portraiture and cultural resilience’
“Visions Behind the Veil: Soviet Portraiture and Cultural Resilience” invites viewers on a compelling journey into Soviet portraiture, where the veils of political ideology often obscured deeper layers of human experience. Curated from Carthage’s Samuel and Berry Shoen Collection of Soviet Art, the exhibition reveals the resilience of Soviet artists in navigating the constraints of state censorship whilestriving to capture the essence of their subjects. From stoic workers and Party officials to artists, performers, and poets, each portrait becomes a window into the complexities of life under the Soviet regime. The exhibition celebrates artistic achievements through intimate portrayals while highlighting the enduring human spirit beyond political confines. Attend the opening recaption for this exhibit from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16 and the symposium Tuesday, Jan. 14 through Thursday, Jan. 16, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
Feb. 5-March 6, 2025
‘The Carl Tour’
H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
Curated by Kevin Stuart, a painter who lives and works in Chicago, “The Carl Tour” is an extension of The Carl, a project Mr. Stuart began as an apartment gallery almost a decade ago. In this iteration, Mr. Stuart brings his same earnest vision for pairing and presenting challenging contemporary work in a warm and friendly domestic setting. Attend the opening reception for this exhibit from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14 and an artist talk from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
March 20-April 17, 2025
Faculty Exhibition: ‘Another Working Group’
H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
Curated by Leslie Brother,the triennial faculty exhibition gathers a nexus of creativity, expertise, inspiration, innovation, and education within our academic and artistic communities. This exhibit showcases the department’s evolution and diversity of creative practices. As professional artists and designers, faculty members display a range of styles, techniques, and concepts,offering students and the public a fascinating view of current thinking and expression incontemporary art and design.The exhibition features artwork of our full-time faculty in the art and graphic design departments: Joshua McGowan, Jojin Van Winkle, Kimberly Greene, Ryan Peter Miller, and Lisa Bigalke, as well as the adjunct faculty. Attend an artist talk for this exhibit from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26 and the opening reception from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
March 27-April 5, 2025
‘Annual Student Juried Art Show’
H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
An open call juried show featuring the work of current students of Carthage. Curated bya guest juror, this exhibition is a broad survey of the best work in all mediums. Attend the opening reception for this exhibition from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
April 25-May 3, 2025
‘Senior Exhibitions’
Visual and Performing Arts Lab, H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
To celebrate the completion of their senior thesis projects, graduating Carthage students present a group exhibition of their work in various media. This showcase also serves as a springboard event for our emerging professional artists and is the first step of their exciting new careers as Carthage alumni. Attend the opening reception for this exhibit from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
May 9-17, 2025
‘Senior Exhibitions’
Visual and Performing Arts Lab, H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
To celebrate the completion of their senior thesis projects, graduating Carthage students present a group exhibition of their work in various media. This showcase also serves as a springboard event for our emerging professional artists and is the first step of their exciting new careers as Carthage alumni. Attend the opening reception from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 10, in the H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art.
May 10, 2025
10th Annual Art Walk
Multiple Locations Across Campus
Join us for the 10th annual Art Walk at various venues across our beautiful, flowering lakeside campus. Stroll along Lake Michigan, and admire the capstone thesis projects of Carthage studio art and graphic design majors using many different media.
During exhibit dates, the gallery is open from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Extended hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays. All art exhibits are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. To accommodate installation and de-installation procedures, the gallery is closed between exhibit dates.
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