Art

Birrama inspires ‘come as you are’ attitude

Being part of a community as tightly-knit as Taylor University’s often brings together a network of people that have a lot in common with each other. Yet, even on a campus where people can have so many similarities, there is much diversity to be celebrated. Birrama Creative is a Taylor group with a vision to do just that.

Finding truth in art

We were created to create. 

The celebration of an artist’s journey

Each year, seniors in the art department collaborate to consider how they might showcase their portfolios to colleagues, friends and family. Historically, the seniors have been separated between groupings of their different art majors; the illustration, graphic design and photography students’ showcase usually takes place at a different time than that of the studio art, art therapy and art education students. This year, the art seniors chose to come together: one show, one night.

Smoke from Kiln triggers alarm in Metcalf

Smoke spread into Modelle Metcalf Visual Arts Center (Metcalf) on Thursday morning, triggering the fire alarms around 10:15 a.m. Students and faculty evacuated the building and waited for the fire department to check the vicinity.

Upland and TU partner on mural

“Welcome to Upland” — the words that travelers and members of the Upland community will regularly pass by as a part of the downtown’s new, developing mural. The design will be located on the south-facing wall of Witters Bullpen. The mural is set to be revealed on May 3, accompanied by a celebration from 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at NearSpace Park — all are welcome to join in the festivities.

The case of the Korean cosmetic surgery industry

Going where the wild things are: Illustration students see St. Louis

This semester, Illustration 2 students are putting theory into practice, exploring their field by creating a children’s book or graphic novel of their choice.

Personalizing passion: Taylor makers showcase skills, start-ups

All art speaks.

Taylor University Celebrates Black History Month

Video games are a budding art form that should not be overlooked

“Tales from the Theory-Plex” unravels mysteries

Not many people spend their evenings scouring the internet, reading theories for their radio show. Sophomore Ben Reitz, a film and media arts major, joyfully does just that.

Where storytelling and art intersect

Everyone has a story, and every story deserves to be shared. One freshmen twin duo is using their talents to showcase the diversity of the kingdom of God by telling their stories and the stories of others.

When Mud Becomes a Masterpiece

From Aug. 29 to Oct. 20., Taylor’s Metcalf Art Gallery was the venue for the "Out of Indiana Clay Invitational," where local artists showcased their skills and demonstrated the possibilities achievable with a simple medium like clay.

Art students paint a pathway for the next generation

Every year, the art education majors take Elementary Methods of Art. As a part of the course, they teach homeschoolers during the class period.

A creative surrounded by other student creators

On a campus brimming with artistic expression, Lynden Hight uses her passion for the arts to bring a new creative outlook to campus. The student-led marketing team at Taylor University, Birrama Creative, has elected Hight as its president for the 2023-2024 school year. 

Stickers communicate stories, open the door to new relationships

Take a look around campus and you will see a common student essential: water bottles and laptops. Students and professors alike have found ways to allow their personalities and interests to shine through by adding stickers to their personal items. 

Freshman Aspen Postma explores self-expression through art

The saying goes that a picture is worth a thousand words — but how many pictures does it take to communicate your true identity?  For Aspen Postma, a freshman artist transitioning from a major in art education to pre-art therapy, the answer was 12. One dozen art pieces. One dozen attempts at learning the meaning of self-expression.

Global Engagement presents new Earth Day art installation

Off the field: De'Ariss Hope and Darien Taylor produce music, film

De’Ariss Hope and Darien Taylor’s vision is not exclusive to the football field. Their abilities expand to the creative landscape. The two major in Film and Media Production creating award-winning films and carving out their path in the entertainment world.

Community art program returns and offers classes to local students

The Taylor University art department is offering classes to local students ranging from kindergarten to high school seniors.