Description

For the second year, the Black Hills State University (BHSU) Senior Art Exhibit will take place at The Matthews Art Gallery. The show runs April 5-27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturdays.   This event is free and open to the public.

This show is a requirement for graduation with a degree in art.  It will feature 18 BHSU students in their final semesters of study.  Each student will have several pieces of work on display.  During the evening of the opening reception, the students present a short talk — about 2 minutes each — about their work. The reception takes place 5-7 p.m., Thursday, April 7 in the Art Gallery.

“We are happy to have the exhibition at The Matthews’ art gallery again this year. This space provides a fresh, professional experience for our students. We hope to continue this collaboration,” remarks BHSU’s art professor, Ann Porter.

“We had such an amazing experience working with the art seniors last year and are thrilled that we get to host them again.  It is truly inspiring to see what the students have been working on. It’s uplifting to see their excitement when we open the doors for the artist reception,” comments Samantha Thompson, gallery and events manager.

Many of the pieces of art are available for purchase.

Honored students

Devin Stevens
Kayla Tronnes
Nikki Biegler
Nia Shumpert
Jamie Aylmer
Anna Burbank
Conor Maguire
Alex Rettinghouse
Alexis Shaffer
Kaylie Hairychin
Hunter Smith
Ramona Roll
Brandi Roetzel
Matthew Harnden
Chanel Wiggan
Janet Diaz
Megan Lapka
Michelle Stevens​