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A work-in-progress projection captures a close-up image of lips pressing against a clear surface, with feucht droplets decorating the scene, all elegantly displayed on a textured white screen or wall.

Charity Be, ’22, MFA Low Residency Feucht (Work-in-Progress), Installation, 2022

Two people wearing gray outfits engage in a synchronized dance, embodying the work-in-progress nature of art. In a room with wooden floors and large windows, they hold hands, wear yellow gloves, and their movements create vibrations that cast dramatic shadows on a white backdrop.

Charity Be, ’22, MFA Low Residency Everything In Life Is Vibration Albert Einstein (Work-in-Progress), Performance, 2022

Abstract sketch of two faces on a gray textured fabric. The left face, embodying calmness with red lips, reflects one about my condition. Meanwhile, the right face appears more abstract and indistinct against a backdrop of subtle pink and gray tones.

Sally Dion, ’21, MFA Low Residency The One About My Condition (detail), Print, 2020

A grayscale abstract art piece reminiscent of the contemplative depth found in memoirs like Paul Kalanithis When Breath Becomes Air, features a gradient of small, scattered white dots increasing in density from top to bottom against a dark background, evoking a sense of movement and depth.

Patti Gillespie, ’21, MFA Low Residency When Breath Becomes Air, Painting, 2021

A small, translucent cube rests on a white pedestal, containing an abstract arrangement of pink and gray fabric-like materials with some metallic elements, set against a plain white background.

Patti Gillespie, ’21, MFA Low Residency Untitled, Mixed Media, 2021

A painting with textured, three-dimensional flowers extends out of its frame. Below, a vase with dried flowers sits on a lace-covered table alongside an open book, creating an artistic and rustic scene.

Jillian Vaccaro, ’21, MFA Low Residency Quiet Light, Mixed Media, 2021

Beneath the Seams is a textured abstract art installation on a wall, featuring crumpled, multi-colored materials resembling paper in various shades. Strings and wires hang down, weaving into a tangled mass on the floor that evokes the look of roots or vines.

Jillian Vaccaro, ’21, MFA Low Residency Beneath the Seams, Mixed Media, 2021

A sculpture resembling a textured, organic corset suspended in the air. Its crafted from earthy materials, featuring a rugged surface with layers and intricate details, giving an impression of natural decay or transformation.

Sonja Czekalski, ’21, MFA Low Residency Tiny Dancer, Mixed Media, 2020

A woman in a blue dress observes an abstract wall sculpture during the installation view. The artwork, titled Body in Forms, consists of colorful, textured fabric-like materials in shades of pink, orange, green, black, red, and yellow, creating an intricate pattern against a white wall.

Maura Cronin, ’20 MFA Low Residency, MFA Low Residency Body in Forms (installation view), Installation, 2020

Painting of plants on a bureau

Hannah Zimmerman, ’20 MFA, MFA Low Residency Odd Days, We Were Doing Well, Painting, 2020

A painting of a wooden chair heaped with too many pillows and a jacket, creating a scene of too much in front of a door with vertical window panes. A brown bag dangles from the chair, and theres a partially visible plant through the window.

Hannah Zimmerman, ’20 MFA, MFA Low Residency I said Too Much or Maybe Not Quite Enough, Painting, 2020

A woman in a pink dress and red gloves stands surrounded by vivid imagery: a dog, apples, a heart, colorful gems, pink flowers, and candles. A striking blue background with swirling patterns completes the eclectic, surreal scene.

Cynthia Zeman, ’20, MFA Low Residency Red Glove, Painting, 2020

A small kitchen boasts a vibrant curtain adorned with a painted design of a woman cooking. A black cat partially steps onto the counter, surrounded by green accents, cabinets, and various kitchen items like bowls and a mixer.

Cynthia Zeman, ’20, MFA Low Residency Kitchen Curtain, Installation, 2020

A wooden chair and a purse sit before a white easel showcasing framed art. Against the backdrop of vibrant orange and yellow abstract fabric, this captivating scene unfolds in Devils Corner, exuding creativity and charm.

John Suro, ’20, MFA Low Residency Devil’s Corner, Installation, 2020

Triptych painting of a forest with gray trees and patches of orange and yellow on the ground.

Maureen Riley, ’20, MFA Low Residency Burning Forest Triptych, Mixed Media, 2020

Abstract sculpture with flowing, wavy shapes, reminiscent of an undulating landscape. The surface features a monochromatic pattern resembling a mix of organic and geometric textures. The piece appears dynamic and fluid, with contrasting light and dark shades creating depth and movement.

Melodie dai Medeiros, ’20, MFA Low Residency Thesis Landscape, Installation, 2020

A tall series of white fabric bundles, tied with strips of cloth, against a dark, textured background. The fabric appears worn and slightly frayed, creating a rustic and layered look reminiscent of a hidden motherload awaiting discovery.

Leslie Lyman, ’20, MFA Low Residency Motherload (1 of a series), 3D Artwork, 2020

An old armchair, harboring a sense of comfort, is draped in white fabric and suspended from the ceiling by strings in a rustic, dimly lit room with wooden floors and walls. A single window allows a shaft of sunlight to illuminate part of the chair and floor.

Leslie Lyman, ’20, MFA Low Residency Comfort Taken, 3D Artwork, 2020

Black and white illustration of various abstract, organic forms resembling microscopic organisms or plant material, each with intricate textures and detailed line work, reminiscent of natural decompositions set against a plain background.

K Haskell, ’20, MFA Low Residency 30 Decompositions (detail), 2D Artwork, 2020

A sculpture of a humanoid figure with a colorful, intricate headdress and flowing outfit stands next to an Archimedes-inspired circular piece resembling an eye. This Mirror Eye Shield setup is elegantly displayed in a minimalist gallery space.

Christine Hajjar, ’20, MFA Low Residency Archimedes with Mirror Eye Shield, Sculpture, 2020

JAKE ZAPOR ’20, MFA, LOW RESIDENCY MFA Fracture, Flow (1) | 2020, Illustration

Jake Zapor, ’20, MFA Low Residency Fracture, Flow (1), Illustration, 2020

Abstract sculpture titled Intertwined Whispers, featuring a curved red shape with black speckles, seamlessly woven into a turquoise, cloud-like textured base. Set against a pristine white background.

Chantel Gushue, ’20, MFA Low Residency no title (9), 3D Artwork, 2020

A dimly lit room with textured, dark sculptures on the blue walls invites you to dwell in its mysterious aura. A light projection displaying blue and black abstract shapes is cast onto one wall, creating an artistic atmosphere where time seems to dig its hooves into every shadow.

Sara Wichterman., ’16, MFA Low Residency Hooves, Dig, Dwell, Installation, 2015

Silhouetted figures stand before a bright, fiery furnace inside an industrial INFRa/structure, the sparks and smoke curling upwards in Amarillo hues, casting an intense yellow-orange glow across the scene.

Gabriela Gamboa, ’16, MFA Low Residency Series INFRa/structure – Amarillo, Photograph, 2015

A large, curved art installation hangs in a gallery, reminiscent of Henry David Thoreaus transcendental musings. Intricate black and white patterns resemble feathers or leaves, suspended by wires from the ceiling. The room has wooden floors and spotlights illuminating the artwork.

Colleen Pearce, ’16, MFA Low Residency “Let me say to you and to myself in one breath, cultivate the tree which you have found to bear fruit in your soil” – Henry David Thoreau, Installation, 2015

An open book, titled Haiku By Chance, with pages resembling stone or parchment is wedged between two rough, stone-like covers. The volume is propped open, and text is partially visible on the left page. The background is a plain white wall.

Ann P. Forbush, ’16, MFA Low Residency Haiku By Chance, volumes 2,3,4, 3D Artwork, 2015

Wooden pallets with colorful, circular sand patterns in orange, green, and yellow are displayed on them. They rest on a polished concrete floor indoors. The patterns are arranged in rows, adding a vibrant I Ko hondun touch to the rustic pallets.

Steve Sullivan, ’16, MFA Low Residency I Ko hondun wasadata (what will you do?), 3D Artwork, 2015

Intricate cut-out sculpture with swirling, ornate patterns casting a detailed shadow on a wooden surface. The design incorporates red and blue elements, resembling an abstract, flowing organic form.

Jessica Sperandio, ’15, MFA Low Residency Untitled, 3D Artwork, 2014

Abstract artwork featuring intricate, tangled black and white wire sculptures against a light background. The black wires cluster on the right, while the white wires spread like wind-blown threads drifting gracefully to the left.

Denise D. Manseau, ’15, MFA Low Residency Between Wind and Water, 2D Artwork, 2014

Michael Walden, ’14, MFA Low Residency Andrew, 2D Artwork, 2014

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