There was a dynamic range of student work on display, showcasing the breadth of the artists’ talents and skills. The exhibit included both individual and collaborative projects, demonstrating the creativity and diversity of the students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design. Some of the student work included:
- Drawings and paintings
- Ceramics and sculpture
- Photography, printmaking, digital art and graphic design
The event was a celebration of creativity, talent, and community, and it was great to see so many students involved and excited about their art. The Spring Art Fest was an excellent way to showcase the work of students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design. The event was not just an art show, but a full celebration of creativity on campus. Alongside the student work on display, there were a variety of collateral experiences that invite visitors to engage more deeply with each discipline. Some of these experiences included:
- Live process demonstrations
- Exploring how different types of artwork were made
- Food and music from a live DJ
The Spring Art Fest was a great opportunity for students to share their work outside the classroom in a public, professional context. It helped students build confidence, receive feedback, and learn how to present their work to broader audiences. According to Lance Vickery, the faculty committee chair and sculpture professor, the Spring Art Fest is a celebration of creativity, talent, and community. It’s an event that showcases the work of students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design. As Vickery explained, the idea to revive the Spring Art Fest came from a shared desire among faculty and students to reconnect through the arts and to create a space where the wider UNF community can engage with what’s happening in the studios, classrooms, and beyond. The Spring Art Fest was well-attended and a great success, with many students and faculty members excited about the event. It was a wonderful opportunity for the university community to come together and celebrate the creativity and talent of the students. The event was well-organized and well-executed, with many people praising the effort that went into making it happen. The variety of collateral experiences and the range of student work on display made it a truly special event. The Spring Art Fest is an annual event that is sure to be a highlight of the university’s academic calendar. It’s a celebration of creativity, talent, and community, and it’s an excellent way to showcase the work of students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design.
“Opportunities like the Spring Art Fest give students a chance to share their work outside the classroom in a public, professional context. That kind of exposure can be empowering—it helps students build confidence, receive feedback, and learn how to present their work to broader audiences,”
— Lance Vickery, Faculty Committee Chair and Sculpture Professor
The event was not just about the student work on display, but also about the opportunities it provided for students to engage with their peers, faculty, and the wider university community. It was a great way to bring people together and celebrate the creativity and talent of the students. Overall, the Spring Art Fest was a wonderful event that showcased the creativity and talent of the students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design. It was a celebration of community, creativity, and talent, and it was a great way to bring the university community together.
| Key Highlights: | Dynamic range of student work |
| Key Highlights: | Collaborative projects |
| Key Highlights: | Opportunities for students to engage with their peers and the wider university community |
The University of North Florida’s Spring Art Fest was a celebration of creativity, talent, and community that showcased the work of students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design. The event was well-attended and a great success, with many students and faculty members excited about the event. The event provided many opportunities for students to engage with their peers, faculty, and the wider university community. The University of North Florida’s Spring Art Fest was a celebration of community, creativity, and talent, and it was a great way to showcase the work of students in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design.