Written by Liberal Arts Assistant Professor Dr. Kat Medill Historic buildings are more than just relic-filled structures; they are the physical manifestations of our cultural evolution. However, for these buildings to remain viable in the 21st century, they must do more
For Maya Ramirez, art was never handed to her, it was something she found on her own. As a kid she found herself infatuated with cartoons and coloring books, using her lightbox to trace the cartoon characters. “I didn’t really
Written by Liberal Arts Assistant Professor Dr. Kat Medill Transforming a collection of classroom projects into a professional-grade art exhibition is a powerful pedagogical tool that bridges the gap between private practice and public discourse. A well-executed student art exhibition does
Art is all about creation and creativity, but teaching creativity in schools can prove challenging in the absence of play. Play and art are closely interconnected — with art being born from play and play born from the practice of making art.
In animation, emotion is everything. This is what transforms simple sketches into storytelling sensations, granting characters depth while driving a powerful connection with the audience. These emotions are conveyed through a myriad of facial expressions, which determine how every muscle
Once a year, the RMCAD community gathers to celebrate the astounding graduates from 11 programs and countless states. On Sunday, May 4, friends, family, and faculty gathered in the Seawell Ballroom to celebrate the 2024-25 graduates. These students represent the
Written by Liberal Arts Assistant Professor Kat Medill The world of fashion is in constant flux, mirroring and influencing societal shifts. Designers are actively challenging traditional binary norms, creating clothing that transcends outdated labels and celebrates individual expression. This movement is
Dear RMCAD Family, Welcome to the Summer term at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design. Summer is a time of reflection for our college. As you enjoy the warm weather and longer days, I invite you all to look
Yamilla Rivera has been surrounded by art her whole life. Growing up in Puerto Rico in a family of artists, inspiration constantly enveloped her. Throughout her childhood, she was drawn to art and was always painting, sketching, or sculpting when
“I imagine the whole of art as a highly accurate mirror of the whole of reality in all of its permutations. Any aspect of reality that hasn’t been mirrored in art is an area of extreme interest and potential fruitful
In our complex and rapidly changing world, critical thinking is more essential than ever. While traditional education often prioritizes logic and mathematics to develop this skill, art education offers a powerful yet underutilized pathway. Art is not simply a creative
Sketchbooks, diaries, and scrapbooks; these are all types of journals that artists use to express, explore, and reflect on their creative processes. At Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design, the Student Learning Commons (SLC) is dedicated to sharing the
By: Dr. Rebecka Black At RMCAD, illustration is a powerful tool for communicating artistic vision. Artists and designers around the globe have used various illustration techniques for millennia as artistic expressions of thoughts, to tell stories, and communicate personal and
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