ACU's Biennial Faculty Exhibition, showcasing artwork of the 12 full-time faculty members of the art and design department, hosted its corresponding Artist's Talk at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Geoffrey Broderick, associate professor of art and design, said he enjoyed the opportunity to see what other faculty members were doing. "We don't ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 10.04.13
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Poetry expands beyond the classroom
When many people think of poetry, dull sonnets and incomprehensible free verse spring to mind. This art form, however, has found exciting new ways to live on. Last Tuesday the ACU English department's Writer in Residence, Al Haley conducted his yearly Poetry Slam. Featuring performances by his ENGL 323/523 Poetry Workshop class and guitar ... [Read More…]
Alumnus restructures art gallery start-up
Emineo Art Gallery offers students an opportunity to join their team for a company restructure. Thomas Griffin, founder and CEO of Emineo, held interviews for new interns to come together with his team to refine and research business modules for the company. "We are looking to bring on board three interns," says Griffin. Emineo currently ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 09.20.13
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A walk through ‘Sacred Spaces’
Art professor Jack Maxwell - the visionary artist responsible for the Jacob's Dream sculpture - will be opening his new exhibit of paintings, Sacred Spaces, with a reception tonight at the ACU Downtown Gallery. This new show offers "intimate perspectives from recent travels in the United Kingdom and Italy." Despite the conviction that God has ... [Read More…]
Summit discusses faith through fines art
Summit has enriched its conference through multiple artistic class sessions, activities and coffeehouses. The art and faith track of Summit was created to help attendees understand how art can affect and influence individual and worldly faith. Dr. Brady Bryce, director of ministry events, said he is looking forward to what these activities will ... [Read More…]
Summit discusses faith through fines art
Summit has enriched its conference through multiple artistic class sessions, activities and coffeehouses. The art and faith track of Summit was created to help attendees understand how art can affect and influence individual and worldly faith. Dr. Brady Bryce, director of ministry events, said he is looking forward to what these activities ... [Read More…]