visual arts

Student Scholarship Q&A: Samantha Carestia, visual arts

Every so often, we highlight the importance of student scholarships by introducing you to the very students they help to succeed. Today, we’re featuring Samantha Carestia ‘15, visual arts (animation), who is a UMBC Grant recipient. Name: Samantha N. Carestia Major: Visual arts (animation / interactive media concentration) Extra Curricular Activities: March of Dimes Walks, The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, creating digital ads for a local restaurant Scholarships received: UMBC Grant Q: Why did you decide to attend UMBC? I decided to attend UMBC because of the Visual Arts degree program, which contains many of the aspects that I… Continue Reading Student Scholarship Q&A: Samantha Carestia, visual arts

Career Q&A: Adam Kurtz ’09, Visual Arts- Graphic Design

Every so often, we’ll chat with an alum about what they do and how they got there. Today we’re talking with author Adam Kurtz ‘09, Visual Arts,  about his career and new book, 1 Page At A Time. Name: Adam Kurtz Job Title: Studio Designer for Ad Agency Grad year & Major: 2009, Visual Arts (Graphic Design) with a minor in art history and certificate in media & communications Q: Can you tell me a little about yourself and your background with graphic design? I’m originally from Toronto and moved to D.C. with my family in my teens. I came to Baltimore to attend UMBC and… Continue Reading Career Q&A: Adam Kurtz ’09, Visual Arts- Graphic Design

Round Up: UMBC in the News, 10/17

One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty, and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll be sharing with you a round-up of the most newsworthy achievements from our community. Kimberly Moffitt, American Studies, on The Marc Steiner Show Thomas Schaller, Political Science, Op-Ed in The Baltimore Sun Eric Ford, Shriver Center, Advises Prospective College Students on Paths to Success in College Express Preminda Jacob, Visual Arts, Examines Visual Culture and Indian Politics in Scroll Read more at UMBC Insights!

Alums in the News: Moriarty, LaClair, Mayhew, and Macchi

Here at UMBC, we take pride in what our alums accomplish after graduation. Take a moment to see which Retrievers have been on the move and making news! As Baltimore’s Gamescape, an exhibit at Artscape, moved out of MICA and into the Single Carrot Theatre, Jonathon Moriarty ‘13, computer science and visual arts, prepared to present his game, CAVE, to judges and guests. Gamescape promotes the rise of “indie developers,” or those who don’t work for big companies. Moriarty, who first got involved with the exhibit as a member of the game developers club at UMBC, returned for his fifth… Continue Reading Alums in the News: Moriarty, LaClair, Mayhew, and Macchi

Round-Up: UMBC in the News 8/22

One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty, and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll be sharing with you a round-up of the most newsworthy achievements from our community. Linda Dusman, music, and Eric Smallwood, visual arts, Awarded TEDCO MII Grant Maurice Berger, CADVC, Latest “Race Story” in The New York Times Irene Chan, visual arts and Asian studies, in Women’s Studio Workshop Spotlight Amanda Knapp, Assistant Vice-Provost, in American Motorcyclist See more great UMBC news at UMBC Insights!

Faulkner ’11, visual arts, at Mikow Gallery

It’s not often you find someone who has an art gallery in their home. But that’s exactly what UMBC professor Carolyn Forestiere and her husband, Asher, decided to do in the fall of 2012 when they opened the David Mikow Gallery in their living room. Make sure to check out their newest addition, Brianna Faulkner ’11, visual arts, on December 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, click here. The David Mikow Art Gallery 1002 Vineyard Hill Road Catonsville, MD 21228 Note: The show is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.

Career Q&A: Marlayna Demond ’11, Visual Arts, Photographer

Every so often, we’ll chat with an alum about what they do and how they got there. Today we’re talking with photographer Marlayna Demond ’11, Visual Arts, about what it’s like to run her own photography business and work for UMBC at the same time. Name: Marlayna Demond Job Title: Photographer Employer: self and UMBC Scholarships Received at UMBC: Linehan Scholar Q: Tell us a little bit about how you wound up at UMBC. I knew I wanted to go somewhere that had a strong art program, but I also knew I didn’t want to go to an art school… Continue Reading Career Q&A: Marlayna Demond ’11, Visual Arts, Photographer

Tower Transformer – Kelley Bell ’06, MFA

Picture this: It’s a cool, crisp night and you’re cruising north up Interstate 95, with the city of Baltimore rising up before you. The image of a metropolis can rise and fall with its skyline and its immense iconic representation of the city’s civic aspirations. Much of Baltimore’s story is written in its skyline. There’s the urban renewal that spawned the National Aquarium and the twin stadiums of South Baltimore, for instance. The city’s history is also etched there in places such as the famous and distinctive Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower, which was built in 1911 at the corner of Eutaw… Continue Reading Tower Transformer – Kelley Bell ’06, MFA

Tower Transformer – Kelley Bell '06, MFA

Picture this: It’s a cool, crisp night and you’re cruising north up Interstate 95, with the city of Baltimore rising up before you. The image of a metropolis can rise and fall with its skyline and its immense iconic representation of the city’s civic aspirations. Much of Baltimore’s story is written in its skyline. There’s the urban renewal that spawned the National Aquarium and the twin stadiums of South Baltimore, for instance. The city’s history is also etched there in places such as the famous and distinctive Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower, which was built in 1911 at the corner of Eutaw… Continue Reading Tower Transformer – Kelley Bell '06, MFA

The Art of Educating: Laura Pasquini '98

When Laura Pasquini ’98, visual arts, started her studies in art at UMBC, she thought she wanted to be a museum curator, creating exhibits that set great art in narrative contexts. Pasquini did end up working at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., one of the most prestigious museums in the United States. Read more in the Winter 2010 issue of UMBC Magazine…

The Art of Educating: Laura Pasquini ’98

When Laura Pasquini ’98, visual arts, started her studies in art at UMBC, she thought she wanted to be a museum curator, creating exhibits that set great art in narrative contexts. Pasquini did end up working at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., one of the most prestigious museums in the United States. Read more in the Winter 2010 issue of UMBC Magazine…

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