Aug. 29–Sept. 10
Photo Document: Xi’an, China
Opening Reception: Friday, Aug. 29, 6–8 p.m.
Artists: Jordan Crosby, Megan Carney, Katherine Johnson, Chelsea Coogler, Lynné Bowman, Sarah Elsey, Angelica Martinez, Michelle Leedy, Chris Ditto, Matt Hines, Glenn Twiggs, and Ryan Slack

This exhibit features a collection of photographs from Xi’an, China, taken summer 2007. Twelve students, led by Professor of Photocommunications Joe Vitone, captured the color and life of Chinese culture and the rapid industrialization of the city and surrounding areas.

Info: http://faculty.stedwards.edu/josephv/china

Sept. 19–Oct. 8
Layer by Layer: Revelation of Process
Opening Reception: Friday, Sept. 19, 6–8 p.m.
Gallery Talk: Thursday, Sept. 25, 7 –8 p.m.
Artists: Randall Reid and Michelle Hays

This exhibit features a collaborative project between artist Randall Reid and graphic designer Michelle Hays. Designed to illuminate the subject matter of layers — physical and metaphorical — through the vehicle of an interactive book, the project utilizes visuals, text and interactive methods to stimulate engagement and understanding of Reid’s process and artwork. Art historian Erina Duganne contributes her writings to the exhibit.

Sponsored in part by a Research Enhancement Program grant from Texas State University– San Marcos.

Oct. 17–Nov. 5
Cryptozoology
Opening Reception: Friday, Oct. 17, 6–8 p.m.
Gallery Talk: TBA
Artist: Jeff Wilson

Cryptozoology is the study of evidence that suggests the existence of creatures that have never before been recorded. Jeff Wilson’s images subtly insinuate the existence of the mythological, mysterious and unexplained in everyday life — and chart our attempts to reconcile them.

Nov. 14–Dec. 10
The Alchemy
Opening Reception: Friday, Nov. 14, 6–8 p.m.
Gallery Talk: Friday, Nov. 14, 5–6 p.m.
Artist: David Mack

This exhibit features original artwork related to the recent volume of Kabuki: The Alchemy. Kabuki is an ongoing creator-owned comic book series by artist David Mack published by Marvel Comics’ icon imprint. Using his training in art and design, Mack constructs sequential images in mixed media collages of water color paintings, delicate drawings and text.

Sponsored in part by a Research Enhancement Program grant from Texas State University– San Marcos.

Info: www.davidmack.com

Jan. 16–Feb. 5
Art & Design Faculty Exhibition 2009
Opening Reception: Friday, Jan. 16, 6–8 p.m.
Artists: Walle Conoly, Amy Gerhauser, Hollis Hammonds, Donald Haughey, Stan Irvin, Daniel Lievens, Michael Massey, Tuan Phan, Angela Rodgers, Shane Sullivan, and Eric Zimmerman

This exhibit features original works by the St. Edward’s University Art and Design faculty members. Formats include drawing, painting, sculpture and design.

St. Edward’s University Senior Exhibition Series 2009
Celebrate the accomplishments of St. Edward’s University graduating seniors as they present final examples of their work in three separate exhibits.

Feb. 13–March 5
Graphic Design Senior Exhibition
Opening Reception: Friday, Feb. 13, 6–8 p.m.

March 13–April 3
Photocommunications Senior Exhibition
Opening Reception: Friday, March 13, 6–8 p.m.

April 17–May 9
Art Senior Exhibition
Opening Reception: Friday, April 17, 6–8 p.m.

Image credit: (from left to right) Jordan Crosby, Randall Reid, Jeff Wilson, David Mack, Stan Irvin and Donal Haughey.