McMurry Art Department

Google Art Museums

2011-08-17T11:05:00.001-07:00

Google is under development of technology that allows users to travel through the world's most famous art museums, investigate highly detailed closeups, and even create personal collections. This technology will be used in the fall along with other Google projects such as: Google body and Google Earth (GPS locations or 3D models of architecture). Below is a link to the Google art project:

http://www.googleartproject.com/museums/met/the-harvesters

Monster Doodle Book

2011-08-16T13:51:00.000-07:00

We have a special summer treat for you in the middle of this hot July! Travis Nichols will be here in the Ryan Gallery this Friday, the 22nd to present his new book, The Monster Doodle Book. The show is interactive and fun for children and adults alike. Come by and release your inner child for a delightful evening of drawing, discussion, and light snacks! This show will hang all summer but the opening reception is always the most fun!

The Monster Doodle Book (Perigee Books / Penguin) is a hearty tome of body parts, gross crud, silly junk, weapons, mutated plants, cryptids, and more that YOU get to finish. Make your drawings scary disgusting, cute, powerful, weird, mean... whatever you want. It's up to you. YOU. All-ages.

www.monsterdoodlebook.com

The Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery at McMurry University presents a Monster Doodle Book gallery show with an opening reception and book signing on July 22nd at 6:30pm.

The gallery will display blowups from The Monster Doodle Book that visitors can complete with dry erase markers. Drawings can be erased, edited, drawn and redrawn for the show's duration. The gallery will also feature paintings and drawings by Travis Nichols.

Books made available for purchase on site from Texas Star Trading Company.

Travis Nichols (an Abilinean living in Brooklyn, NY) is also the author and illustrator of Punk Rock Etiquette: The Ultimate How-to Guide for DIY, Punk, Indie, and Underground Bands, which was awarded a Blue Ribbon by The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books and was nominated by YALSA, the Young Adult Library Services Association, as one of the Best Books for Young Adults, as well as one of their 2009 Popular Paperbacks.

Jennifer N. Nichols
Gallery Director
McMurry University
Abilene, Texas 79697

2011 National Student Show & Conference

2011-03-30T20:45:00.000-07:00

Students head to 7th annual National Student Show in Dallas

Conference Schedule

Friday April 1st
10:00am- 11:00am Keynote Speaker- Bryony Gomez
11:30am-1:00pm Round Table Discussions
1:00pm- 2:30pm Lunch on own
2:00pm-5:00pm Portfolio reviews (underclassmen only)

Breakout Sessions 1A-1D
2:30pm-3:30p – Don Clampitt- Clampitt Paper School
2:30pm-3:30p - Hank Richardson: Portfolio school vs University
2:30pm-3:30p – How to write copy, sorta: Wayne Geyer
2:30pm-3:30p – Flaunt: Portfolios- Bryony Gomez

Breakout Sessions 2A-2D
4:00pm-5:00pm- Motion is the new print!- Barton
4:00pm-5:00pm- Color Dynamics Printing Demo- Trehan
4:00pm-5:00pm- Quick Thinking: Logo Competition
4:00pm-5:00pm- Zines, Winners! Press – DIY publishing is easy!

5-6:30pm- Break
6:30pm-7:30pm Keynote Speaker- Dan & Andre of Dress Code
8:30-10:00pm- Mohawk Party off site at Tractorbeam

Inspiration for Illustrators

2011-03-30T20:39:00.000-07:00

If you are really into illustration and Photoshop created artwork this site has a ton of examples.

http://www.conceptart.org/forums/showthread.php?t=94571

Art Department News

2011-03-29T08:58:00.000-07:00

Kathie Walker-Millar had a porcelain sculpture, made during her sabbatical, accepted into a five state juried competition sponsored by the University of Dallas. There were 300 entries and 68 pieces were selected for the travelling exhibition.

Two McMurry art faculty and two students were juried into the Stars of Texas Art Show in Brownwood. Painting Instructor, Sarabeth Clevenger received first place in watercolor painting. Art Professor, Kathie Walker-Millar exhibited a clay sculpture, “Birdwatcher” from her sabbatical show and it sold to a collector from Colorado. Rachel Holmes, a junior, exhibited a photograph. Nicole Trussell, a senior, exhibited one photograph.

The current show at the Center for Contemporary, “Art de Fleur,” has art works by 4 McMurry faculty members and one graduate. Brad Oiler exhibited a wood construction, Kathie Walker-Millar exhibited two paintings, Sarabeth Clevenger exhibited a painting and Jennifer Nichols exhibited her photograph. McMurry graduate, Ash Almonte had a large painting in the exhibit as well. This exhibit coupled local designers and floral designers to respond to the art.

Jennifer, Photography Instructor, has been commissioned to do the photographic images for the new Abilene Teachers Credit Union on Antilley Road.

Kathie Walker-Millar, McMurry University Professor of Ar,t is the co-President of the Center for Contemporary Arts Artists Members for 2011, with Linda Fawcett, Professor of Art at Hardin-Simmons University

New Artwork Added to Design Gallery

2011-03-23T14:34:00.000-07:00

Over 40 new images of student multimedia graphic design artworks were added today. Click on the Design Gallery link to the right to view them as a slide show.

(in)visible demarcations

2011-02-18T09:36:00.000-08:00

(in)visible demarcations

Works by local artist Nil Santana on display January 26 - February 25
Brown Bag Gallery Talk
Friday, February 18 at 12:00 p.m
For more information, call Saybra Phillips, Gallery Director.
Phillips.saybra@mcm.edu
325.793.4888

Spring Semester Startup!

2011-02-17T14:08:00.000-08:00

The spring semester has gotten started and Kathie's back!

Check back often as we will start getting updated information here soon.

Christmas Art Sale

2010-11-16T12:10:00.000-08:00

Big Country High School Art Competition

2010-11-16T11:41:00.000-08:00

Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery
McMurry University, Corner of Hunt and Sayles Blvd. Abilene, Texas 79697 325-793-4888

Contact: Saybra Phillips, Gallery Director
(325) 793-4888
phillips.saybra@mcm.edu

Big Country High School
Art Competition Exhibition open to High School juniors and seniors in the Big Country

Delivery of work: November 19th, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
November 20th, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Awards reception: Thursday, December 2, 5:30 p.m.

Location: Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery
McMurry University, Corner of Hunt & Sayles Blvd.
Abilene, Texas 79697 325-793-4888

Gallery Hours: Monday- Friday, 8a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Appointments available upon request.

The Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery is proud to host the Big Country High School Art Competition. This competition and exhibit will be judged by The Center For Contemporary Arts’ Gallery Manager, Paris Barnett. Students are allowed to submit two pieces each to be judged for cash prizes and displayed from November 29th – December 17th in the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery on the McMurry University Campus. Entries can be dropped off in the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery lobby on November 19th, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. and November 20th, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
An Awards reception will be held on Thursday, December 2, at 5:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, contact Saybra Phillips: 325.793.4888.

Twist of Fate

2010-11-16T11:40:00.001-08:00

Twist of Fate: is a senior show containing a collection of artwork by Eliana Fanous. She specializes in painting, ceramics and photography. Graduating in December, she will have earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Studio Art, and will then be applying for graduate school. Due to her vast experience in travel and art, Eliana’s style is considered eclectic. There is a purity of color throughout many of her pieces, even though they may be different mediums. This exhibit expresses the love Eliana has towards art and the journey of discovering herself through it. Please join her on Friday, November 19th from 7 pm- 9pm, for an evening of twisted colors and delicious refreshments. Everyone is invited to have a twist of fate.

Gallery Hours: November 15-19, 2010
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Appointment available upon request

Questions: Eliana Fanous, (325) 829-3113
Fanous.eliana@students.mcm.edu

Amy Graves Ryan Fin Art Gallery
McMurry University, Corner of Hunt and Sayles Blvd. Abilene, Texas 79605 (325)793-4888

Vanish

2010-11-10T11:54:00.000-08:00

Join Stephanie Fitts at the Artist Reception for her
Senior exhibit titled Vanish this Friday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m.
in the Gypsy Ted Student Gallery.

Vanish: by Stephanie Fitts
On display from November 8 – November 12, 2010
in the Gypsy Ted Student Gallery
Artist Reception: Friday, November 12th, at 6:30 p.m.

Glitter Freeze

2010-11-10T11:53:00.000-08:00

Join Alicia Morales and Nicolas Nieves II at the artist reception for their Senior exhibit titled Glitter Freeze this Friday, November 12, at 6:00 p.m. In the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery.

Glitter Freeze: by Alicia Morales and Nicolas Nieves II
On display from November 8 – November 12, 2010
in the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery
Artist Reception: Friday, November 12, at 6:00 p.m.

A Climb of Passion (by Cynthia Bach)

2010-10-06T07:24:00.000-07:00

For detailed information visit:
http://www.mcm.edu/newsite/web/academics/sal/art/gallery.htm

Kent Harris (October 7th)

2010-10-06T07:16:00.000-07:00

Perplaneta Americana (Open till Oct. 8th)

2010-10-06T07:12:00.000-07:00

Dallas Art Trip (October 5th)

2010-10-05T07:20:00.000-07:00

European Photography

2010-09-10T07:37:00.001-07:00

Mark your calendars!

Join us for a closing reception for the student travel exhibit “Exploring Europe”

This Thursday, September 9th at 7:00 p.m.

Come support the students and let them tell you about their work!
I’ll bring the cookies.

Family Weekend

2010-09-10T07:17:00.000-07:00

Senior Exhibitions

2010-04-27T06:22:00.000-07:00

Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery - Senior Shows (BFA)

April 19-23
Z. Miles Mayfield
"Concentric Reflections"

April 26 - May 8
Jennifer Prulhiere
"dis(connected)"
Reception Friday, April 30th
6:30-8:00pm

Gypsy Ted Gallery - Senior Shows (BA)

April 19-23
Brent Abilez
"All mixed up"

April 26-30
Jordan Hatcher
"Texas dirt"

May 3-7
Jodi Tucker
"Textures of life"

Kathie Walker-Millar's art exhibit "Full Circle"

2010-04-01T13:31:00.001-07:00

Kathie Walker-Millar, grand daughter Kennedy, and Misha in front of Kathie's art.

Linda Stricklin and Jennifer Nichols at the reception for Full Circle on Saturday March 27,2010 at the Center for Contemporary Art.

Wisteria and the Gypsy Ted Gallery

2010-04-01T13:28:00.001-07:00

Brooke and Nic draw the wisteria for the Creative Drawing class

2010 Student Art Competition

2010-04-01T13:01:00.000-07:00

Registration Deadline:
Friday, March 12^th, 5:00 p.m. (any piece entered in the show must be registered by this date---NO EXCEPTIONS)

Juror: Eric Villarreal, McM Alumn and recent winner of Best in Show at the Stars of Texas, Brownwood exhibit.

Awards will be announced during the reception: TBA

Watercolor Class Paintings

2010-03-31T20:47:00.000-07:00

These works have been completed this semester by students in Sarabeth Clevenger's watercolor course. Double click on each to see them in more detail. The flowers are by Itzel Gomez; the abstract is by Juliet Wells.

Snake Bitten

2010-02-25T08:17:00.000-08:00

Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery Presents
Snake Bitten
a photographic exhibition by
Tom Turner and Cody Hamlin

It is a documentary exhibition of black and white
photography taken at the Sweetwater Rattlesnake Roundup

Admission is free
February 8 - March 12
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
No reception is planned

Corner of Sayles Blvd and Hunt St.
Abilene, TX 79697

Join Kappa Pi

2010-02-18T10:09:00.000-08:00

What is Kappa Pi?

Kappa Pi is an Co-ed International Honorary Art Fraternity.McMurry University’s Art Department has its own chapter called Epsilon Theta, but members usually just refer to the club as “Kappa PI” .

What are the requirements to join?
You must have completed 12 semester hours of art courses,have a 3.0 GPA in art courses and a 2.0 overall GPA

What if I don’t meet the requirements but I still want to be a part of the art community at McMurry?
Students who do not meet the requirements may become
associate members with no voting rights.

How much does it cost?
The cost is $25.00 for new members and $15.00 for active members each year.

Why should I join?
You have the opportunity to graduate with honors, and it looks good on your resume for work and grad school. You are also able to meet and make friends who also share a passion for creating art.

What activities do Kappa Pi members participate in?
Members run the Gypsy Ted Gallery & Christmas Art Sale
Visit local and state wide art museums and galleries
Volunteer at local non-profit community organizations
Go camping on the river and visit the Gruene Clay Festival
Movie night, visiting artist speakers, art critiques,...
...and many exciting things to come !

When are the Meetings?
The Meetings are every Thursday @ Noon. Come Hang out and eat lunch. Mandatory meetings are every Art Walk Thursday.

What steps do I take to become a member of Kappa Pi?
Fill out the application form.
Find a Kappa Pi Officer and give them the filled out form. Or slide it under Studio R 108 at the bottom of the stairs by the elevator in the Art Building.
Come to Thursday Lunch Meetings in Chapin Clay Building!

Jennifer Prulhiere ( President)
Miles Mayfield (Vice- President)
Eliana Fanous ( Secretary)

Ben Hoyng ( Treasurer)

Classes in Europe

2010-02-18T08:52:00.001-08:00

Empty Bowls- Saturday, February 20 !

2010-02-18T08:51:00.001-08:00

Movie Night

2010-02-18T08:50:00.002-08:00

Galleon Submissions- Due March 10 !

2010-02-18T08:50:00.001-08:00

Visiting Artist

2010-02-18T08:49:00.001-08:00

McMerry Christmas Art Sale

2009-11-12T19:54:00.000-08:00

Come and support the Art Department Students during their annual sale. It is the best place to shop for unique Christmas Gifts and special items that you can purchase no where else!

Located in the Campus Center November 16-18 from 10:30am-6:30pm
and in the Gypsy Ted Gallery (2117 Hunt Street) (the bright blue gallery :) )
on Friday November 20th from 11-6:30 and Saturday, November 21 from 10-2.

For More information please call: 325-793-4888

"Little Eyes on Me" Gallery Exhibit

2009-11-12T19:38:00.000-08:00

Reception for Gallery Exhibit is on November 20th at 5:30pm. a very family friendly event, meant for the kids to enjoy.
Music Recital is immediately following, featuring Music selections about or focused on childrens music.

Here is the poster for our most recent exhibition. The first exhibit where both full time faculty and their families were all invited to exhibit. The poster has an image of the Oiler boys that Dori Oiler painted of a picture that they took of themselves after an incident. William hit David, Will felt bad but didn't know what to do, David was hurt but more confused than anything. This particular image started an entire new series of work for her and the kids on communication and dealing with sensory issues and problems that arrive when there is a person in your life with a communication problem, for us that is autism, and all the other normal communication problems that families have. The Millars have a unique situation also as their daughter is adopted from China. The show, "Little Eyes on Me" is the brain child of Chris Wilson and Saybra Phillips and the families of Larry and Kathie Walker Millar and their adopted daughter Maya Millar and Brad and Dori Oiler and their boys, David and William. It is an interesting concept and a first for us all so let us know what you think. We will try to post more images of the exhibit later this week! Keeping busy! You all stay healthy out there!

Alums & Almost

2009-11-02T07:35:00.000-08:00

2009 Homecoming exhibition featuring former graduates and students of McMurry.
Eddie Krieger - Abilene potter
Eric Villarreal - Abilene painter
George Holland - Buffalo Gap potter/painter
Tom Turner - Abilene photographer
Van Lebus - Abilene found art sculptor
Van Moore - Breckenridge painter/photographer

It's All Make Believe Isn't It?

2009-11-02T07:29:00.000-08:00

A senior exhibit by Laura Kerns
November 2-11, 2009

Big Country Art Association

2009-10-30T11:28:00.000-07:00

The Annual BCAA Competion is again upon us! We want to make sure that all of our university students (and faculty!) were aware of this easy-to enter show. Please note that we have new-and-improved lower entry fees this year!

Student fees:
$10 for first artwork, $5 for each additional

Where/When:
ACU-Cockerell Gallery November 12th through December 3rd, 2009

Deadlines:
Cockerell Gallery by Friday November 6 (3-5pm)
Saturday November 7 (9-12noon)

This year's juror is Rolando Diaz, a full-time painter residing in Dallas. His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and he enjoys the patronage of several high-profile collectors. I know he'll pick a well-rounded and appealing show.

Please forward the included materials to your students. Entry forms can be printed out in advance, but will also be available at the ACU-Cockerell on submission dates.

Dan McGregor

Intercollegiate Student Art Competition

2009-10-29T08:22:00.000-07:00

ACU, Cisco, HSU, McM, TSTC Student exhibition
October 15th is the registration deadline
October 30th is the drop off deadline at the Center for Contemporary Arts by 5pm
Exhibit runs November 5th through December 22nd
No entry fees, cash prizes!
Contact the CCA for more information at:
www.center-arts.com
3256778389

Elmer Taylor Ceramics Presentation

2009-10-29T08:20:00.000-07:00

Elmer Taylor Ceramics professor from University of North Texas will be demonstration at HSU November 5th from 10am - 5pm. Cost is $5 for nonstudents, lunch will be provided. Location HSU Frost Center room 123

Galleon 2010 Volume 85

2009-10-29T08:17:00.000-07:00

$100 Cover/T shirt Contest
Entries Due November 23rd
Winner will be announced November 24th
email entries to: galleon@mcm.edu

Send artwork and poetry entries to the above email address.

Destintations Exhibition

2009-10-29T08:08:00.000-07:00

A competition for college/university students juried by McMurry's own Ashley Almonte in Ingram Texas November 20th through January 9th. Call 8303675120 for more information. Exhibition is part of the Hill Country Arts Foundation.

Kappa Pi

2009-10-28T07:47:00.000-07:00

Kappa Pi, the art honors fraternity meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 4pm in the Chapin ceramics building.

She

2009-10-28T06:46:00.001-07:00

"She" a collaborative exhibition by David & Sara Lindsay
Brown Bag Gallery Talk Friday, September 18th, 12 noon
Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Gallery
Corner of Hunt and Sayles, Abilene, Tx 3257934888