"Campus Creatives: Creative Celebration Faculty & Staff," November 6 through December 28

Exhibit: Friday, November 6, through Monday, December 28

Opening Reception: Friday, November 6, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

University of Dubuque's Bisignano Art Gallery, 2255 Bennett Street, Dubuque IA

Guests of the University of Dubuque's Bisignano Art Gallery are invited, from November 6 through December 28, to celebrate the creativity and artistic talents of the UD community in the exhibition Campus Creatives: Creative Celebration Faculty & Staff, its collection of arresting works showcasing the talents of nearly two dozen gifted participants.

University of Dubuque faculty and staff were invited to share original artwork in any medium, from painting and photography to sculpture, fiber arts, digital media, and more. The resulting exhibit reflects the wide range of creative expression that thrives across campus.

“The exhibition highlights a rich variety of interests, ideas, and artistic voices, resulting in a vibrant collection that celebrates the depth of talent, imagination, and creativity within our faculty and staff community," said Jean Holdener, PhD, assistant professor of digital art and design. "Together, these works remind us that creativity flourishes in many forms and enriches the University of Dubuque in meaningful ways."

Artists featured in the Campus Creatives exhibit include: Hannah Bauch; Robert Broshous; Mary Bryant; Bridget Capesius; Christine Darr; John Downing; Mary Emily Duba; Susan Forshey; Brian Hallstoos; Jean Holdener; Angela Jones; Lisa Nachtman Loney; Yara Lopez; Mike Doyle; Abbey Howell; Dave Rokusek; Jeanne Rupert; Sheila Sabers; Matthew Schlimm; Timothy Matthew Slemmons; Vance Thomas; Hana Velde; and Jennifer Wickman.

An opening reception for Campus Creatives: Creative Celebration Faculty & Staff will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on November 6 as part of First Fridays, a free downtown monthly community arts event fostering community and celebrating arts in Dubuque. In addition, the exhibit will have special hours in conjunction with the concert event Christmas at Heritage Center: Goodness & Light, which will be performed in the University of Dubuque Heritage Center's John & Alice Butler Hall of December 4 at 7:30 p.m.

The exhibit itself will be on display from November 6 through December 28, with regular gallery hours Mondays through Fridays from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free, and more information is available by calling (563)589-3267 and visiting Dbq.edu/HeritageCenter/BisignanoArtGallery.