This exhibition examines contemporary painting practices in the United States. Juror Susan Palmisano used this opportunity to look at the breadth and vitality of painting today. The show, according to Palmisano, “ brings together a chorus of rich and varied artistic voices, representative of today’s painting practice.”

This spring it was absolution thrilling to be back in person for an exhibition, albeit in a limited capacity, the first time since the beginning of the pandemic. The 106th University of Oklahoma student exhibition was 100% online, a disappointing experience for my first student show at the university. Since 1915 the School of Visual Art at the University of Oklahoma has been preparing students for success as artists, designers, scholars, teachers, and influential patrons of all the arts. I’m excited to participate in this tradition during the second year of my MFA program.

It’s always fun to visit MAINSITE Contemporary Art in Norman, OK. Today’s opening was especially exciting because it was my first gallery outing since the beginning of the pandemic. I had the privilege of showing two works at this exhibit, The Problem with Plastic No.1 and The Problem with Plastic No.4. Both paintings utilize the ubiquitous plastic bag to create the image and the material adds to the content of these paintings.

Gardiner Gallery of Art
Annual Faculty Exhibition
August 20 - September 20, 2020

This exhibition features recent work of full-time, adjunct, and Emeritus faculty of Oklahoma State University’s Department of Art, Graphic Design and Art History. It offers students and visitors an opportunity to view new directions in work and research by some of the region’s most dynamic artists and educators.

I’m excited to participate in a virtual show hosted by Michael Rose who is an art historian, gallerist, appraiser, and gallery manager at the Providences Art Club in Rhode Island. Michael created the exhibition in response to COVID-19 and the corresponding gallery closures. The exhibit features 30 works by artist from across the globe, in various stages of their careers.

This exhibition was created to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Norman Oklahoma and Clermont-Ferrand. We Belong to the Land presents art works and historical documents that examine Oklahoma’s roots including Native Americans. Participants in the show presents a view of yesterday and today. Free exhibition for all, Hall Gaillard, from December 13, 2019 to January 2020., 18