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I have so enjoyed learning about my fellow interns (more to come...) but I figured it was time for me to introduce myself as the author of this series! Though my senior year was cut short in a devastating way, I have had time in quarantine to reflect on how the gallery introduced a strong passion for the art world in my own life, and I now hope to always advocate for the arts (and the Van Every/Smith!) in some capacity. Further, I will forever be grateful to Lia, Elizabeth, David, Katie, Tyler, etc. who helped make the VAC a...

This semester took many unexpected turns (for example, mandated quarantine and most of us leaving campus), but we still need to celebrate the hard work that our gallery interns put in this year. Some of them are even continuing to work for us remotely! Keep reading to get to know junior Emilie Hoke, one of the most passionate and involved art students here at Davidson. Name: Emilie Hoke Hometown: Raleigh, NC. Major/Minor?: Studio Art and Environmental Studies double major . Why did you intern in the gallery?: I love learning about art, and I wanted to gain exposure to an...

Hello from day seven of quarantine in Seattle! When perusing Davidson's permanent art collection, I immediately noticed Hot Dog Bridge, a colored lithograph created by Russell Gordon (American, 1936-2013). The piece offered a bright pop of color amidst the dreariness of our current pandemic situation. With its simple clouds and colorful rainbow, reminiscent of drawings from elementary school, Hot Dog Bridge pulls us away from our fast-paced, modern lives and invites us into a space for both humor and reflection. Although Gordon first started his college career as a math major and basketball player, he eventually switched to studying art...

An interview with Davidson Studio Art major Ella Sams '20 by intern Alice Berndt '22. Name, Hometown: Ella Sams | Athens, Georgia What is your primary medium? I actually don't have a primary medium. I will use whatever materials it takes to understand a life process or concept.  What was the inspiration for your show? There were many moments of inspiration. Because the idea constantly evolved, I found inspiration up until the end. The main source of inspiration came from my work as a trip leader with Davidson Outdoors and as a volunteer at the Ada Jenkins Center. There were...

Meet sophomore intern Sarah Jackson from Johannesburg, South Africa! Working in both the studio art and economics departments here at Davidson, she is an important member of our intern staff. Name: Sarah Jackson Major/minor: Studio Art major and Economics major Why did you intern in the gallery?: I wanted to try and understand a new part of the art world as well as get involved in another aspect of art at Davidson, outside from classes. I also wanted to learn more about Davidson's art collection and love being around art! What has been your favorite memory from your job?: I...