Often it’s writers who work from “prompts,” such as phrases or anecdotes, that spark a creative output. For photography professor Jessica Wynne, a poem from an anonymous writer yielded a poignant photograph, “How Mourning Goes.” Wynne’s work will be on display at New York Art Residency and Studios (NARS) Foundation in Brooklyn from January 24 to…
“It was Inktober. I was missing my dog. I had a new sketchbook and I was designing characters. It occurred to me that Buddy is a real character I could use.” So started the month of October, or Inktober, for first semester Illustration student David Powers. Buddy would rule the roost of characters. Inktober, a…
While you’re watching C.J. Yeh’s art at the Museum at FIT, the art is watching you. In fact, it’s not only watching, it’s wryly responding to your actions. One picture stops weeping when you show it some interest, and immediately goes pink and bubbly. Another is like any good self-absorbed, social media curator – it…
A fascinating multimedia exhibit detailing the exploration of eight New York City ethnic enclaves, is on display in the Pomerantz Art and Design Center lobby until November 28. The rich texture of neighborhoods captured in “Culture Captures: NYC,” was documented by an interdepartmental student team this Spring. The displays include photo essays, digital composites, video interviews, storyboards, animation and…
Fine Arts students have their Halloween act together before heading out to Soho art galleries. Welcome aboard. What’s to be afraid of? photos: Rachel Ellner
All of the hats are beautiful! I love the Royal Ascot hat! I’m sure if Henry Higgins saw it he…
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