Another Friday, another feature! This week, we get to feature Heather Edwards! Heather is in her final year of the BFA program as a Studio Art Major. Part of what makes Heather’s art stand out so much is the fact that she makes all of her pieces either on or out of cardboard. Heather got the inspiration to work on cardboard from Hector Spector, who is another artist who works on cardboard. With every piece she creates, Heather shows that art doesn’t have to be expensive, and it can be made from even the most basic materials. Heather has done many art projects using materials other than cardboard, such as ceramics, but her favorite piece thus far has been the couch she is making out of cardboard. We can’t wait to see where her art goes after graduation and where her journey takes her outside of her art!

📸 : Abby Vanono

Another concert is here! The 4th concert of our Mallery Concert is next week! This time, we have the pleasure of having violinist Gabriel Schaff and pianist Melody Fader. Schaff is a majorly recognized violinist, historian, and author. He has written many award-winning books pertaining to anything involving string instruments, with a particular focus on violins. Fader is also a well-renowned pianist who has played both solo and collaborative concerts around the United States. Come see both of these outstanding musicians on Wednesday, October 15th, during the free period. There is also a livestream link available in our bio for those who can’t attend in person.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 15th, 11:20 – 12:20 (Free Period)
Where: Mallery Room, Fine Arts Building

📸 : Melody Fader & Gabriel Schaff

It’s time for another Faculty Feature! This week, we are so excited to feature Professor Raúl Romero! Prof. Romero is an artist who loves to combine sound, music, and the environment to create sculptures that help visualize the relationship between these elements. He holds an MFA in Sculpture from Yale University School of Art and a degree in Communications. One of Prof. Romero’s biggest accomplishments was receiving the Pew Fellowship, which is a monetary award that was given by the Pew Center of Arts and Heritage, among other awards. Be sure to keep an eye out for any upcoming exhibitions that Prof. Romero might have. We can’t wait to see what else he does both here at Rutgers–Camden and in his career!

📸 : Abby Vanono
Art photos from Raúl Romero

The Visiting Artists series is back! For the new semester we are kicking the series off with Mark Thomas Gibson! Gibson is a multimedia artist who works with paints, sketches, printing, and sculptures to reveal his visions of America through a satirical and dystopian lens. Gibson was an associate professor at the Tyler School of Art but has recently moved to being an associate professor in Art & Design at Mason Gross School of the Arts. The lecture will be held on Oct. 9 in room 110 of the fine arts building! We look forward to seeing you there for what is going to be an insightful lecture!

When: Thursday, October 9th, 12:45 – 1:45 (free period)
Where: Room 110, Fine Arts Building

📸 : Mark Thomas Gibson