Arts Summit Takes On The Relevance and Necessity of Political Art

Eden LandgroverStaff Writer Which came first- the art or the political statement? The esteemed panel of activists featured at UNCG’s 2019 Arts Summit may not have been speaking on chickens or eggs, but they certainly used their three hours of influence to metaphorically order the two in their individual testaments to a life in artistic activism. Organized by co-chairs Hannah Granneman and Chris Cassidy, both … Continue reading Arts Summit Takes On The Relevance and Necessity of Political Art

Keep it in the Banksy

Ron de Varona Staff Writer Art is, in my opinion, for everyone to witness- even pieces that don’t tickle your peach. One type of art that is made for specifically the public is graffiti. If you are familiar with the art style, you should already know the name Banksy. Banksy is an anonymous England-based political activist and artist. Although they do not use spray paint … Continue reading Keep it in the Banksy

The Art of Teaching (Dance) Teachers to Teach

Eden Landgrover Staff Writer For any education major, the scholastic apex of your college experience will be student teaching. You’ve built up your pedagogical skills for three and a half obstacle-ridden years to finally get the opportunity to begin passing on your wisdom to the next generation. It’s the final step before getting your own classroom, having your own students and making your own rules. … Continue reading The Art of Teaching (Dance) Teachers to Teach

The 1960’s- A Survey of the Decade

Alfonzo Rodriguez Staff Writer There is currently a multitude of gems here UNCG, and Weatherspoon Art Museum is a gold mine. The museum is currently running a gorgeous exhibit of art that reflects the political and social atmosphere at the time of the 1960’s. With themes ranging from the Civil Rights Movement to toxic masculinity, this survey of the decade is a must-see for any student with … Continue reading The 1960’s- A Survey of the Decade

Artistry and Academic Achievement United in UNCG Honors Fraternity

Eden Landgrover Staff Writer It is not an uncommon notion that artistic accomplishments and academic achievement have often seemed to be presented on different planes of intelligence. Recently elected president of the honorary dance fraternity Delta Chi Xi, Chania Wilson, is proud to be spearheading ongoing change through an on-campus organization that actively combats this stereotype. Founded in 2010 at the University of North Carolina … Continue reading Artistry and Academic Achievement United in UNCG Honors Fraternity

Weatherspoon Exhibition: Fairy Tales Retold

Meagan Bess Staff Writer “Dread and Delight: Fairy Tales in an Anxious World” is an art exhibition that took place on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.. The exhibit was curated by Dr. Emily Stamey, who is Weatherspoon’s Curator of Exhibitions. She had the pleasure of presenting the debut of a contemporary spin on classical tales. First, imagine some of your favorite … Continue reading Weatherspoon Exhibition: Fairy Tales Retold

UNCG Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month with a Student Art Exhibit

Chelsea Korynta Staff Writer  During the month of April, UNCG is holding its very own pride month on campus. The Office of Intercultural Engagement (OIE) has released a calendar of events, which includes film screenings, workshops, arts and crafts events, dialogues and discussions that celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Former President Obama made June the national LGBTQ+ pride month during his presidency. Since this annual event … Continue reading UNCG Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month with a Student Art Exhibit

“Imperialism and the Indigenous Isichapuitu”: Depictions through Sculpture

Benjamin Pulgar-Guzman Staff Writer “Isichapuitu” lies in Gallery 6 in the Weatherspoon Art Museum. The ceramic figures sit in the middle of the room yet their presence seems to fill the gallery in its entirety. With eloquent intensity, artist Kukuli Velarde presents anyone whose eyes meet the piece with questions concerning the history and consequences between the indigenous Huastec people of Mexico and their imperialistic … Continue reading “Imperialism and the Indigenous Isichapuitu”: Depictions through Sculpture

Rodney Beecher Roberts: Moving Towards Art

Rebecca Pearce Staff Writer Rodney Beecher Roberts unleashes his art on the North Carolina community in his “Looking Backward…Moving Forward” art exhibit running Jan. 12 through 21 in Greensboro’s neighboring city of Graham. Robert’s pieces are beautiful, abstract works constructed through multiple layers of paint. Roberts’ freeform style makes each of his pieces vastly unique and accommodating to a broad range of tastes. Roberts’ first … Continue reading Rodney Beecher Roberts: Moving Towards Art