Studio Art

Justin O’Rourke creates steel sculptures and large-scale, object-based drawings. His practice draws upon inspiration from childhood experiences exploring the industrial ruins of West Rutland, Vermont, and adventures as a hydroelectric mechanic. These, along with observations of nature and a playful, imaginative vision, are the foundation for his unique voice. O’Rourke manipulates and varies scale, an intentional device used to incite viewer response.

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Shannon Palmer will demonstrate how a kimono and its components are layered, tied, and worn for different occasions. Palmer has studied the intricacies of wearing kimono for many years and worked in a formal kimono rental shop during her time in Japan. Dressing model: Josie Coan ’29.

This multidisciplinary exhibit explores the kimono in dialogue with Japanese literature, Western aesthetics, fashion, and fiber crafts. 

Free and open to the public. Located in the Johnson Memorial Building 78 Chateau Rd. Johnson Exhibition Gallery, 2nd floor. Open Monday through Thursday 1-7PM, Friday 9AM-4PM

On Thursday, January 29th, the College community and the public are invited to the dedication of the timber frame of a Japanese teahouse, built by twelve students over the course of the four-week 2026 Winter Term. The teahouse will be dedicated in a traditional Shinto ceremony.  
Taught by Douglas Brooks, a builder of boats and other traditional structures who has extensive experience working in Japan, the course is entitled Building the Japanese Teahouse and seeks to introduce students to the pedagogy of Japanese appren

Fall 2025 ART700 class capstone thesis exhibition of artworks, including painting, photography, illustration, design, sculpture, installation, and more! The exhibition will run from December 5th, 2025, to December 12th, 2025. Open daily Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Johnson Exhibition Gallery, Johnson Memorial Building, 78 Chateau Rd.    

Fall 2025 ART700 class capstone thesis exhibition of artworks, including painting, photography, illustration, design, sculpture, installation, and more! The exhibition will run from December 5th, 2025, to December 12th, 2025. Open daily Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Johnson Exhibition Gallery, Johnson Memorial Building, 78 Chateau Rd.    

Fall 2025 ART700 class capstone thesis exhibition of artworks, including painting, photography, illustration, design, sculpture, installation, and more! The exhibition will run from December 5th, 2025, to December 12th, 2025. Open daily Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Johnson Exhibition Gallery, Johnson Memorial Building, 78 Chateau Rd.    

Fall 2025 ART700 class capstone thesis exhibition of artworks, including painting, photography, illustration, design, sculpture, installation, and more! The exhibition will run from December 5th, 2025, to December 12th, 2025. Open daily Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Johnson Exhibition Gallery, Johnson Memorial Building, 78 Chateau Rd.