The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College proudly presents the 2026 "Art and Design Faculty Exhibition," opening Monday, August 17.
The annual exhibition showcases the work of Parkland College faculty artists, featuring painting, drawing, ceramics, metalsmithing, and photography. Participating faculty members include Carrie Byington, Bryan Heaton, Ruth Lantz, Stephen Pritchard, Josh Schutz, Denise Seif, and Matthew Watt.
A public reception will be held on Thursday, August 20, from 5:30–7 p.m. At 6:15 p.m., Watt will present a gallery talk.
He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in drawing from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Fine Arts in painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design. A Parkland faculty member since 2005, his work has been exhibited nationally. His current research and creative practice focus on the psychology of visual perception.
Fall gallery hours are Monday–Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday, noon to 3 p.m. The gallery will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day. The exhibition will close on Saturday, September 26.
When campus is in session, use the M6 parking lot located at the north corner of campus. Enter through door X-7, turn left, and proceed up the ramps to the highest point on the first floor, where the gallery is located. The gallery windows provide a view of the outdoor fountain area.
The Giertz Gallery acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. All events in the accessible gallery are free and open to the public. Parkland College is a Section 504/ADA-compliant institution. For accommodations, please call 217/353-2338 or email.
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