The University of Montevallo (UM) has always been known for its beauty and unique artistic qualities. But, have you ever wondered what makes its artistic qualities iconically unique?
Initially stepping into Bloch, the building that both the Art and Family Consumer Science Departments share, it seems as though you have come across just another college building on just another college campus.
Then you step onto the elevator.
The elevator's walls are painted in chalk paint and covered with an array of figurines. The elevator is like the magical transporting wardrobe and then finally, you reach Narnia.
Prints hang tall along the walls caressing you as you walk through the hall. It is a magical place.
When I first reached out to the department, I asked the secretary who the most peculiar and interesting art professor around. Without hesitation, she said, "Scott Stephens."
Scott Stephens is the Chair of the Art Department and teacher of printmaking. This is his area of expertise and he shared his latest work.
Stephens focuses on landscapes.
This piece is a cyanotype.
Stephens latest pieces have been cyanotypes. This is an old technique of printmaking that as it transfers it produces a blue color.
More commonly used printmaking consists of copper and wood pieces.
UM art students' copper prints.
Above is an example of a wood print done by a UM art student.
Though Cameron Stewart, a junior art student, is a photography concentration, UM has introduced her to all realms of the arts such as, ceramics, sculpting, and painting to broaden her knowledge of the various art forms available.
The university hosts art shows at its art gallery. The current show just open September 29, 2016 and is displaying the art of PaperWorkers Local. There are mostly prints with a few sculptures. Having this gallery will expose the students to more current artists working today.
The Art Gallery will be showing PaperWorkers Local for the month of October. For more information on the Gallery... Click here! For more information on PaperWorkers Local... Click here!
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