Student artwork on display at Union University

JACKSON, Tenn. – April 25, 2004– The Union University Art Gallery will host a series of art shows by graduating seniors April 25-May 20. The shows allow students to gain exhibition experience prior to earning their diplomas.

Lee Benson, associate professor of art, said, “It’s training to be a professional. It’s an opportunity to show work professionally and put it out there in galleries.”

A total of five shows will be presented. A reception will be held with each exhibit at which the artists will discuss their work and be available for inquiries about the purchase of their artwork.

Senior art show schedule:

• Rebecca Phillips, sculpture, April 25-28, reception 6 p.m., April 26.
• Drew Porter and Kerrie Brooks, digital media, April 29-May 5, reception 6 p.m., April 29.
• Jennifer Allen, painting, May 6-9, reception 6 p.m., May 6.
• Karen Griffith, painting, and Tesha Goodgine, pottery, May 10-16, reception 6 p.m., May 14.
• Brian Bain, sculpture, Melissa Elkins, paintings, May 17-25, reception 6 p.m., May 17.

All shows are free and open to the public Monday through Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. on weekends. For more information, contact the Union University art department at (731) 661-5075.

by Alaina Kraus, '05