Formed five years ago, the Arts Quad Party was initially intended to incentivize students “who had never set foot in the building” to come check out the JKB, and it has since evolved into a social event which helps members of the Skidmore community destress, socialize and get in touch creatively before beginning the academic year.
Read moreThe Solidarity Project: the Story of my Art Installation in Case Gallery
A few months ago, Akhil Reed Omar, a professor at Yale University, came to Skidmore. He was giving a talk about the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the future of the Supreme Court - both topics I am interested in. But that is not why I attended this lecture. I attended this lecture because I wanted to ask him a specific question.
Read moreC.R.E.A.T.E. on Beekman: A Community Space for Creation, Expression, and Art
In the past few years, Saratoga Springs has seen its fair share of paint-it-yourself locales. There’s Saratoga Paint and Sip Studio on Henry St., Creative Sparks on Phila St., and The Palette Cafe on Broadway. C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios, which lives on Beekman St., stands out as doing something different.
Read moreOn Feelings and Thoughts: Ilie Lichtenstein's Artistic Identity
Ilie Lichtenstein ‘19 is perhaps known by some through her social media presence — @thankyouforthat. At Skidmore, she is a fibers artist and connoisseur of all things creative who finds influence from everything around, and happening to, her.
Read moreAll the Top Artists You Should Be Following on Instagram Right Now
If you’ve ever found your social media feed lacking in stunning photos, eye-catching designs and fun content, you’ve come to the right place. Here are the top five artist-Instagram accounts that are a must-follow.
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