June 2021
“Art Heals”: Outdoor art installation unveiling
PCA&D unveils an installation by Jennifer Quigley MA, LPC, REAT, the inaugural Artist in Residence for the College's Healing Arts Residency. "Art Heals" invites the community to explore their own creative pathways, asking “What is your art?” and reminding us that “you are the only you in the entire world. Do not forget that you are loved.” Music by Heather Vidal.
Find out more »August 2021
Mural Exhibition: Creativity Belongs to the People
During the Center for Creative Exploration Urban and Public Art class for students in grades 7-9, we explored the basics of creating dynamic mural designs and different applications. We went over the work of well-known muralists and graffiti artists and drew inspiration from their work. Students designed, illustrated and participated in a group mural design that is now on display in PCA&D's Art Garden through August 8! Join us in celebrating the installation of their piece from 5 - 7…
Find out more »September 2021
PCA&D Alumni Exhibition Artist Talk: Randall Lear ’11
Randall Lear ’11 presents an Artist Talk in conjunction with the Alumni Exhibition now on display in The Gallery at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design. Lear is an adjunct professor at Penn State Harrisburg teaching painting and drawing, and is a member of the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Alumni Council. This event is open to the public and will be held in the Gallery at PCA&D. *Masks are required*
Find out more »Diverse Voices Series: Poetry as Public Memory
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design is thrilled to present “Poetry as Public Memory,” a panel discussion featuring a trio of scholars whose work centers on the intersection of rhetoric, poetry, and communications: “Poetry as Public Memory” will take place Thursday, Sept. 30, 7 pm, in the Atrium space of PCA&D. The event is open to the general public; masks are required to comply with campus-wide health and safety regulations. The College welcomes a panel of three scholars to the…
Find out more »October 2021
PCA&D Alumni Exhibition Artist Talk: Paul Chrastina ’85
Paul Chrastina ’85 presents an Artist Talk in conjunction with the Alumni Exhibition now on display in the Gallery at PCA&D. This event is open to the public and will be held in the first-floor Atrium. *Masks are required*
Find out more »PCA&D Alumni Exhibition Artist Talk: Mike Witmer ’86
Mike Witmer ’86 presents an Artist Talk in conjunction with the Alumni Exhibition now on display in the Gallery at PCA&D. This event is open to the public and will be held in the first-floor Atrium. *Masks are required*
Find out more »PCA&D Alumni Exhibition Artist Panel: Ashley Moog Bowlsbey ’23, Joe Palumbo ’08, and Samantha Sanders ’16
A trio of Pennsylvania College of Art & Design graduates — Ashley Moog Bowlsbey ’23, Joe Palumbo ’08, and Samantha Sanders ’16 — will present a Sunday afternoon Artist Panel on Sunday, Oct. 17, from 3-4 pm. The event, which will take place in the first-floor Atrium, is open to the general public. *Masks are required.*
Find out more »April 2022
Make and Create Weekend Retreat: PCA&D and Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen
Do you need time immersing yourself in making and creating? Have you been looking for ways to try new creative outlets but can’t find the time to schedule all of the things you would like to explore? Join instructors from the Center for Creative Exploration at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design and the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen for a very special weekend creativity retreat! Mornings will be spent on PCA&D’s campus in studio experiences such as figure drawing and…
Find out more »Demystifying Oil Painting: Safety, Technique & History
What keeps you from incorporating oil painting in your practice? Or, do you question how safe your current practice is? Storing materials, alla prima vs. indirect painting, history of oil painting, what medium works for what, and much more will be explained in this oil painting materials, techniques, history, and safety workshop! This class must meet minimum enrollment by April 20 in order to run. Register today!
Find out more »May 2022
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Senior Show
The Class of 2022 is proud to present its Senior Show public opening Friday, May 6, from 5-9 pm at the College's 204 N. Prince St. campus. Forty-six BFA graduates in Animation & Game Art, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography & Video will exhibit their work throughout the College.
Find out more »Bilingual: Intergenerational Mindful Painting/Pintura Consciente Intergeneracional: Ages 9 – Adult
This bilingual (English/Spanish) workshop will kick off with a short share out of the importance of caring for our mental health with a focus on the power of positive affirmations. Participants will choose 2 small affirmation cards (provided) that stand out to them and use as reference to make their own affirmation on a canvas. The affirmation cards will provide a positive and meaningful direction and inspiration for each to personalize their own creative image and message. Open to ages…
Find out more »June 2022
TikTok 101 Workshop
In this workshop you will explore the different aspects of creating, editing, and managing your TikTok account! Videos are the way of the future, and TikTok as a social media platform recognizes that. We will discuss the need-to-know basics of content creation, analytics, and strategy for a successful TikTok page. Come ready to discuss the ever-growing platform and how it can benefit you as a marketer, business owner and/or creative!
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