Faculty of Fine Arts’ inaugural Vibe Fest showcases top-tier creative talent and facilities at ULethbridge A creative showcase of student, alumni, staff and faculty talent, Vibe Fest opened the doors of the University of Lethbridge Centre for the Arts (UCA) and allowed community members to experience performances, exhibitions and presentations.
Artist Leah Evans (BFA - Art '24) creates the focal point of Vibe Fest The Faculty of Fine Arts Vibe Fest promises a playful, immersive celebration of contemporary art, performance and creative technologies. Fine Arts alumna Leah Evans (BFA - Art '24) is the festival's featured artist.
Dr. Jessica Jacobson-Konefall awarded grant to study ancestral culture in contemporary art Department of Art assistant professor, Dr. Jessica Jacobson-Konefall, is one of several University of Lethbridge researchers receiving funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
Dr. Devon Smither to investigate the legacy and impact of Artist-Run Centres in Canada ULethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts Associate Dean Dr. Devon Smither has been awarded a significant grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) for Parallel: The History and Archives of Artist-Run Centres in Canada.
Artist-designed utility boxes bring colour and creativity to campus Bringing more art to campus to increase the vibrancy of ULethbridge spaces, several new projects have been unveiled.
Faculty of Fine Arts Signature Events and Performance Series showcases the future of creativity A thriving arts and culture scene is crucial to a student’s success in their educational programs; the success of fine arts students directly influences the communities in which they grow and express creativity in.
Shining Fine Arts Graduate Kort Woycheshin excels with variety, mentorship and co-op Fine Arts graduate Kort Woycheshin was able to take part in many different experiences during his time at the University of Lethbridge.
Trajectories, a student art exhibition, opens at Casa The Department of Art and Casa are partnering to present an exhibition of artwork from emerging artists and students in the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Lethbridge.
Spirit Prize winner Martin Roundstone hopes to give back to his mentors Martin Roundstone, a Dhillon School of Business student majoring in Indigenous Governance and Business Management, is the 2024 winner of the Spirit Prize, an award for emerging Indigenous visual artists.
Fine Arts Shining Student Kiyomi Scoville Shining Student Kiyomi Scoville didn't plan to fall in love with art and art history, but found her calling through the University of Lethbridge Liberal Education program.
Alumna Laurel Scott’s (BFA - Art ’21) Anderson Hall mural reflects serene southern Alberta landscape As you walk into Anderson Hall, you will be greeted by a grand, new sight.
Building professional artistic practice through the Gushul Residency Nestled in the awe-inspiring mountains of the Crowsnest Pass lies two unassuming buildings–a cottage and a studio–dedicated to the professional development of established and emerging artists and creative professionals from around the world.
Fine Arts Shining Student Leah Evans Shining Student Leah Evans is celebrated for her artistic practice, receiving several significant awards and scholarships to further her professional development.
Fine Arts Shining Student Kort Woycheshin Shining Student Kort Woycheshin has made the most of his education at ULethbridge, exploring his interests in music, photography, writing and videography.
Spirit Prize winner Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) blends traditional and contemporary Blackfoot art practices PhD student Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) is the 2023 winner of the Spirit Prize, an award for emerging Indigenous visual artists as they develop their careers and advance their artistic practices.
Shining Graduate Maria Riviere finds fulfillment in retirement with artistic practice Artist Maria Riviere (BFA '23) brings with her a lifetime of experience to her artistic practice and her studies. As she prepares to graduate, Maria is looking ahead to the future and continuing to refine her artistic work.
Student artists recognized at Art Studio open house and awards The Art Studio Open House is a culmination and celebration of the research and creative exploration done by University of Lethbridge Art students throughout the year.
The Waking Death Collective: Fine Arts event series explores death through artistic practice Artist and associate professor Mia van Leeuwen (Drama) is pursuing a multi-pronged research project that explores art-making that is death-facing, participating in a wider cultural movement to contemplate themes of death, dying and grief.
Samantha Newton: 2022 Faculty of Fine Arts academic gold medal winner Samantha Newton (BFA '22) is the 2022 recipient of the Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal. Read more about her achievements at ULethbridge!
Artist Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19, PhD '23) reflects on his artistic practice and Pride Artist and Assistant Professor in Art, Dr. Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19, PhD '23) reflects on his artistic practice, his research and how he recognizes Pride.
Department of Art honours student excellence with annual awards Read about some of the recipients of the Department of Art awards and view their artwork.
ULethbridge art department significantly shapes Courtney Faulkner’s artistic practice Courtney Faulkner has made memories to last a lifetime during her time as a student at the University of Lethbridge. As they prepare to cross the stage and begin their next journey, Courtney reflects on their time spent at ULethbridge.
Chataya Holy Singer's logo design inspired by the iniskim Chataya Holy Singer, emerging Blackfoot artist and Indigenous Studio Art student, wove Blackfoot culture and tales of the buffalo and buffalo hunters into her commissioned logo design for the 2022 Moonlight Run.
Art studio student Kaela Murphy explores crossed boundaries through her growing work on hair Art Studio student Kaela Murphy discusses her work and artistic practice, which explores interactions of boundaries and hair, and alongside of it, her sense of self.
Student-curated exhibition focusing on the body in art opens in the uLethbridge Art Gallery For art history student Kelsey Black, curating the uLethbridge Art Gallery’s latest exhibition has been the highlight of her undergraduate program.