February 20, 2025
Jason Houge is a photo-based artist and visual storyteller. His final thesis exhibition, "The Westlands," will be on view at UW–Madison’s Art Lofts Gallery from Feb. 25 - March 8.
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UW–Madison’s Baldacchino is author of new book examining Malta’s ‘anomolous state’
February 14, 2025
UW–Madison’s John Baldacchino has released his 17th book, "Secular Reflections: On a Nation’s Anomaly." Baldacchino is a professor in the School of Education’s Art Department and an affiliate of the Department of Educational Policy Studies. His work explores art, philosophy, and education, with a particular focus on political theory and cultural critique.
Wylie Knight from the School of Education’s Art major
February 6, 2025
The UW–Madison School of Education is a proud community of innovative leaders, creative thinkers, and fearless trailblazers. Following is a Q&A with Wylie Knight, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Art with a digital studies certificate and graduating in spring 2025.
Cam Erhardt from the School of Education’s Art major
February 6, 2025
The UW–Madison School of Education is a proud community of innovative leaders, creative thinkers, and fearless trailblazers. Following is a Q&A with Cam Erhardt, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts in Graphic Design with a certificate in game development and graduating in spring 2026.
UW–Madison alumna reflects on American Girl’s early days in Madison Magazine
February 6, 2025
UW–Madison alumna Renée Graef, an accomplished children’s book illustrator and graduate of the School of Education’s Art Department, recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at the early days of American Girl in Madison Magazine.
UW–Madison MFA student discusses art of printmaking on Wisconsin Public Radio
January 29, 2025
UW–Madison student Christie Tirado, an MFA candidate in the School of Education’s Art Department, recently appeared on Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Wisconsin Today” program to discuss printmaking and her artwork, which highlights the identities and experiences of migrant laborers from Mexico.
Witnessing Lives
January 27, 2025
Darcy Padilla’s photos put the focus on those who are most marginalized.
A Legacy in Letters
January 24, 2025
Renowned type designer and Art Department alumnus David Berlow reflects on his time at UW–Madison, and what the future holds for fonts.
Creative Insights: Q&A with MFA candidate Tamara McLean
January 24, 2025
Tamara McLean is an interdisciplinary artist specializing in graphic and interactive design. Her final thesis exhibition, "Resilient Threads," will be on view at UW–Madison’s Art Lofts Gallery from Jan. 27-31.
Art and engineering forge partnership for practical learning in Art Department foundry
January 16, 2025
Mechanical engineering students gained practical experience casting screwdriver handles this fall in the Art Department’s foundry in a collaboration between the two departments.