We celebrated the end of the semester with a dinner. Compass students, mentors and alumni were present. We began to talk about ideas for the annual Compass show in the Spring. And how Compass can continue to strengthen the support we offer.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
COMPASS DINNER WED. DEC. 9 , 2009
We celebrated the end of the semester with a dinner. Compass students, mentors and alumni were present. We began to talk about ideas for the annual Compass show in the Spring. And how Compass can continue to strengthen the support we offer.
CHAIRS OF MAJOR DEPARTMENTS
The current chairs presented information about their departments to Compass freshmen. Lisa Rosowsky in Graphic Design and Jim Cambrone Fine Arts 2D presented work and a stimulating discussion.
Dan Serig ART EDUCATION
Paul Hajian ARCHITECTURE
Chuck Stigliano FINE ARTS 3D
Virtual Artists’ Immersive Discoveries in a Virtual 3D Frontier
"Virtual art had its debut in a cave at Twin Rivers near Lusaka, Zambia, about 35,000 years ago, with two dimensional images of Stone Age man in his elemental environment, his world. Before it became synonymous with the digital realm, virtual meant existing in the mind, especially as a product of the imagination. Virtual can refer to things that mimic their “real” equivalents and it denotes work that is realized or carried out chiefly in an electronic medium. Virtual art goes beyond these definitions in Second Life." -Nettrice Gaskins
http://blog.art21.org/2009/11/30/virtual-artists-immersive-discoveries-in-a-virtual-3d-frontier/
Nettrice unveiled her new writing post on the PBS art21.org. Very exciting!
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS: MAJOR DEPARTMENTS
Jenny Mui spoke about her work in Interior Architecture.
Yinette Guzman Compass Alum presented her work as an Architecture major.
Cedric Douglas is a senior in the Graphic Design Department.
Lewis Morris shared his experience as a major in Studio for Interrelated Media department (SIM).
Yinette Guzman Compass Alum presented her work as an Architecture major.
Cedric Douglas is a senior in the Graphic Design Department.
Lewis Morris shared his experience as a major in Studio for Interrelated Media department (SIM).
VISITING ARTIST-TENZIN YIGNYEN
Tenzin completed his 4th Mandala at MassArt this one focused on healing and curing illness.
"Watching him work was beautiful, all I could think about was the amount of patience and dedication it would require to complete such a task. Hearing Tenzin speak was whole other experience in itself. He was very inspirational. Tenzin helped me appreciate the people around me and inspired me to be more patient and loving. His stories brought joy to me and I realized that my purpose is to bring joy into this world whether it be through my artwork or by helping a lost person find their way through an unfamiliar city. In all honesty, I am so glad that I took part in this assignment because it reminded me of who I am and what I love."
Marcia Roseme
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
CAREER SERVICES, WRITING CENTER & COUNSELING
Mary Ellen Schroeder,Director of Career Services spoke to students today about scholarships,work study, jobs,resumes and general services out of her office.
Lin Haire-Sargent and Maureen Moran introduced the Writing Center and their services and support.
Cheryl Giles visited with students and talked about time management, managing stress and services through the counseling center.
COMPASS NEWS
Jose Santiago, Compass/MassArt alum from Graphic Design has started an online
magazine: http://theoverlookmagazine.webs.com
Trina Urrata, Compass Glass Major is opening a Studio: Fiamma Art Glass:
info@fiammaglass.com
magazine: http://theoverlookmagazine.webs.com
Trina Urrata, Compass Glass Major is opening a Studio: Fiamma Art Glass:
info@fiammaglass.com
Sunday, October 18, 2009
ART HISTORY and GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDY SESSIONS
Ali Nebel-Art Education/Art History double major conducted an Art History review session for freshmen.
Carlos Troche-Graphic Design Senior worked with sophomore students new to the major.
STUDY ABROAD & NY CITY FIELD TRIP
Jean Wallace and Natalie Vinski talked with students about MassArt's travel programs and study abroad options.They also attended a study abroad fair at Simmons College.
Students traveled to New York this weekend and visited
EL Museum Del Barrio and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
El Museo was founded 40 years ago by artist and educator Raphael Montañez Ortiz and a coalition of parents, educators, artists, and activists who noted that mainstream museums largely ignored Latino artists. Since its inception, El Museo has been committed to celebrating and promoting Latino culture, thus becoming a cornerstone of El Barrio, and a valuable resource for New York City. El Museo’s varied permanent collection of over 6,500 objects spanning more than 800 years of Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino art includes pre-Columbian Taíno artifacts, traditional arts, twentieth-century drawings, paintings, sculptures and installations, as well as prints, photography, documentary films and video (from El Museo's website)
Thursday, August 20, 2009
COMPASS RETREAT INCOMING '09 STUDENTS
MassArt's Pozen Auditorium was the location for our two day retreat.
A great start for some great students!
BARRINGTON EDWARDS KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Barrington Edwards is currently faculty at Boston Arts Academy and a MassArt alum. He and his colleagues, the Visual Arts Faculty at the Boston Arts Academy, were recognized for their excellence in Art Education at MassArt's commencement this past spring.
RETREAT SPEAKERS AND GUESTS
PRESIDENT KAY SLOAN WELCOMES STUDENTS
COMPASS STUDENTS MENTORS:
CEDRIC DOUGLAS, ALEX BARBOSA,SABRINA DORSAINVIL & ADAM BULLOCK
PEG TURNER ART HISTORY: GUATEMALA RESEARCH
KEITH WASHINGTON PAINTING: RECENT WORK
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
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