DIRECTOR’S FOREWORD

The University Art Gallery is pleased to present this year’s Graduating BFA/BA Seniors’ Exhibition. This exhibition and accompanying catalog showcase the many talented artists graduating from the Department of Art at California State University, Stanislaus. As we finally emerge out of the shadows of the Covid-19 Pandemic, it is a world that is much changed. Challenging, frustrating and sometimes aggravating, we now live with delays and shortages and in many cases people who are a bit lost. It is amazing to witness how art can have such a positive impact on peoples’ lives. In many cases art gives people something extra that makes the day just a little brighter. It is our students that have demonstrated the patience and perseverance needed make meaningful and important works of art that impact people.

As Gallery Director and Professor of Art, it has been my pleasure to work with students as they endeavor to complete the BFA and BA programs. These degrees are a pivotal part of their development as artists. As a result of their accomplishments, I am pleased to call these graduating students’ “colleagues.” I look forward to witnessing their future wonderful and meaningful careers in the arts.

Many colleagues have been instrumental in this exhibition. I would like to thank the BFA and BA students of the Department of Art for exhibiting their work. The Department of Art Faculty and Staff for their dedication to our students. I would also like to thank Brad Peatross of the School of the Arts, California State University, Stanislaus for the catalog design and Parks Printing for the printing this catalog.

Much gratitude is extended to the Instructionally Related Activates Program of California State University, Stanislaus, as well as anonymous donors for the funding of the exhibition and catalogue. Their support is greatly appreciated.

Dean De Cocker, Director, University Art Gallery California State University, Stanislaus

Katherine Crossley

Alyssa Higuera

Sarah Lamphere

Ariana Isabella Lopez

Christopher Rodriguez

Mikayla Saint

Kyle Silligman

Gurkanwar Singh

Shelby Woodings