ISAD Juried Student Exhibition 2011 – March 31 to April 16, 2011

• Reception: Thursday, March 31, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. · Fashion Show at 7:15 p.m.

HANCOCK, MI – A juried exhibit of artwork by students in the Finlandia University International School of Art & Design (ISAD) is featured at the Finlandia University Gallery, March 31 through April 16, 2011.

A reception for the artists will take place at the gallery Thursday, March 31, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., with a fashion show at 7:15 p.m. Awards for student excellence will be presented. The reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

The exhibition includes works by students studying the disciplines of drawing, painting, illustration, ceramic design, fiber arts and fashion design, sculpture, product and interior design, graphic design, digital media, photography, and mixed media/installation.

Much of the student artwork featured in the juried exhibit will be available for purchase.

“The opening reception for the juried student exhibit is a highlight of the gallery schedule each year,” says gallery director Carrie Flaspohler. “The gallery will be filled with creative and innovative art, and the fashion show is out-of-this world.”

Flaspohler adds that the jury-made up of a faculty member, a graduating ISAD senior, and a community member-spends hours selecting the final pieces.

The Finlandia University Gallery is in the Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy St., downtown Hancock.

For information, contact the Finlandia University Gallery at 906-487-7500.

Photo cutlines: Finlandia University International School of Art & Design student artwork awaits judging for inclusion in the 2011 ISAD Juried Student Exhibition, March 31 to April 16, 2011, at the Finlandia University Gallery, Hancock.