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Spring Semester 2023 Exhibits
African Masks from the Permanent Collection
October 12 – February 3
This exhibition features a set of masks from central Africa. Little was known about this collection until recently when Dr. Brittany Sheldon, an art historian specializing in African art, was able to identify the ethnic group for each mask. She posits that the masks are quality copies of original masks used in ceremonies and are examples of the African tourist economy.
Selected Prints from the Permanent Collection
November 16 – February 17
The Prints from the Permanent Collection exhibit will feature of a wide variety of prints from artists ranging from the Nineteenth to the Twenty First Century.
COLORED PICTURES: Timothy Collins
January 2 – February 3
Reception: January 19, 5:30 – 7:00
“COLORED Paintings: Timothy Collins,” currently on display at The W Galleries, Summer Hall at Mississippi University for Women, takes the visitor through 30 years of the artist’s career. The artwork ranges from activist art to spiritual expressions, and from the appearance of outsider or folk art to a sophisticated interpretation of modern art, all with a singular voice. The exhibition will run until Feb. 3 with a reception on Jan. 19 from 5:30 – 7 pm.
Juried Student Exhibition
February 8 – March 2
Reception and Awards Ceremony: February 21, 5:00 – 6:30
We are thrilled to present the Juried Student Exhibition, a showcase of the incredible talent and creativity of Mississippi University for Women’s art students. Held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall from February 8 through March 2, this exhibition features a stunning array of works created by our most talented student artists.
Evonté Shepherd Portraits
February 6 – March 17
Reception: March 6, 5:30 – 7:00
We are pleased to present an exhibition of the works of Evonté Shepherd as part of The W’s celebration of Black History Month. Shepherd is a talented painter who specializes in portraiture.
Stephen Phillips Ceramics
February 6 – March 17
Reception: March 6, 5:30 – 7:00
The work of Phillips will be on exhibition as part of The W’s celebration of Black History Month.
Ceramics Invitational: MS University and Community College Instructors
March 7 – March 31
Reception: March 30, 4:30 – 6:00
Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection
February 22 – May 5
We are thrilled to present “Alumni Artwork from the Permanent Collection”, a special exhibition showcasing the exceptional work of alumni artists from our esteemed university. Held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall, this exhibition runs from February 22 through May 5 and celebrates the creative achievements of our alumni.
Walter Anderson: Works from the Permanent Collection
March 22 – Summer
We are proud to present “Walter Anderson: Works from the Permanent Collection”, a special exhibition showcasing the incredible artistic talent of Walter Inglis Anderson. Running from March 22 through the summer, this exhibition is held in The W Galleries and Summer Hall and features a selection of Anderson’s most stunning works from our permanent collection.
Taft Day: A US President Visits The W
March 30 – May 5
BFA Exhibition
April 5 – May 5
Reception: TBA
Fall Semester 2022 Exhibitions
Carl Brown Photography
Until August 19
This exhibition of photographs by Carl Brown, a Columbus native who recorded life in his hometown during the 1940s and 1950s, is presented in conjunction with the Columbus – Lowndes Public Library. The photographs are from the collection of the Library.
As quoted in the library material, Carl Eugene Brown first opened a photography studio in Columbus around 1946. Over four decades as a photographer, Brown captured numerous changes and transformations to the Lowndes County area through the lens of his camera. The opening of a store, the installation of telephone lines, and the construction of important buildings were all recorded by Brown. This exhibit showcases some of his early work from the 1940s and 1950s and offers viewers a glimpse into a bygone era.
Southern Art from the Permanent Collection
Until August 23
With highlights from our wide scope of work by Southern artists, this exhibition features a variety of artistic disciplines, including painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media, and digital imaging.
Mississippi Art from the Permanent Collection
Until September 9
Artwork from the early history of the university permanent collection through our most recent acquisitions are featured in this annual exhibition.
Gallery director Dr. Beverly Joyce will give a talk about the artwork on Thursday, September 1 at 12:30pm in the W Galleries.
What is a Portrait?
August 24 – October 7
A portrait is generally defined as an intended likeness of a specific person. Traditionally, this has meant the physical resemblance of the individual. In this exhibition, we explore a variety of approaches to portraiture, from the traditional to the symbolic, in artwork from our permanent collection.
Gallery director Dr. Beverly Joyce will give a talk about the artwork on Thursday, September 1 at 12:30pm in the W Galleries.
Looking Back: Artwork by Former Faculty
August 29 – September 30
Looking Back features artwork from the university permanent art collection by former faculty from the early 20th century to more recent faculty. The exhibition complements the Biennial Art Faculty Exhibition to show the history of outstanding art professors at The W.
Gallery director Dr. Beverly Joyce will give a talk about the artwork on Thursday, September 1 at 12:30pm in the W Galleries.
Biennial Art Faculty Exhibition
September 15 – October 21
This exhibition focuses on recent artwork by the Department of Art and Design faculty: Shawn Dickey, Alex Stelioes-Wills, Ian Childers, and Steve Meeks.
The reception and gallery talk for the exhibition will be on Thursday, September 22 from 5:30 – 7:00pm.
Queer Aesthetics
October 5 – November 10
As part of her provost fellowship that focuses on the W’s strategic priorities of community engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion, philosophy professor Dr. Jill Drouillard has curated this exhibition that highlights artwork from the LGBTQ+ community. The exhibition is part of a series of initiatives that focuses on queer visibility in an effort to upset or to queer traditional modes of knowledge production.
Dr. Drouillard will give a gallery talk about the exhibition on October 13 at 12:30. The closing reception for the exhibition will be on November 10 from 5:30 to 7:00pm.
African Masks from the Permanent Collection
October 12 – December 16
This exhibition features a set of masks from central Africa. Little was known about this collection until recently when Dr. Brittany Sheldon, an art historian specializing in African art, was able to identify the ethnic group for each mask. She posits that the masks are quality copies of original masks used in ceremonies and are examples of the African tourist economy.
Día de los Muertos installation
October 17 – November 4
View our annual ofrenda (altar) honoring the Mexican tradition of the Day of the Dead. Professor Erinn Holloway will give a gallery talk about the tradition on Thursday, November 3 at 12:30pm.
BFA Exhibition
November 2 - December 2
Celebrate this capstone exhibition with our graduating seniors: Lexie Ava, Justin Carson, Dominique Wells, and Georgia Wood.