Visualization Students’ Works To Take Center Stage During Fall Show
The annual Viz Fall Show will showcase about 400 creative and immersive works by undergraduate and graduate students in the Visualization program on Tuesday at the Langford Architecture Center, Buildings B and C.
Jill Honeycutt, instructional associate professor and senior associate program director in the Visualization program, said the event provides a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the “exceptional work and unwavering education of both students and faculty.”
“Our students should take great pride in the work they have accomplished over the past 15 weeks,” Honeycutt said. “Pursuing a degree in Visualization is undoubtedly challenging, yet it is also one of the most rewarding experiences. Our students represent the most creative and talented cohort on campus, demonstrating exceptional skill, innovation and dedication.”
The exhibit portion of the show highlights student work in areas including traditional fine art, photography, virtual reality and graphic design. A research symposium will feature four undergraduate and four graduate students presenting their work to a panel of judges for scholarship opportunities.
A screening at Geren Auditorium will feature students’ virtual production films, animation, interactive design work, video games and traditional and digital flat work. Andersen Wood, a senior Visualization student, has helped to organize about 150 works into this year’s screening.
“The screening is really inspiring because it gives people an idea to see what students are creating,” Wood said. “There are some really talented artists in this program, so seeing other people raise the bar makes the rest of us as students want to try harder and meet the levels of our peers.”
Anna Keniston, a second year Master of Science student, said the Viz Fall Show is an excellent opportunity for students to show all that they have been learning.
“I remember when I was a freshman, and having my work selected meant a lot to me,” Keniston said. “I really felt a part of the Viz community. I was able to bring my parents and my brother, and they could come see what I was doing as a freshman. It is really amazing students get to have this opportunity to show off their talents.”
Honeycutt said she hopes guests walk away with a deeper understanding of opportunities offered by the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts.
“The Visualization program stands out for its interdisciplinary approach, integrating various mediums, technologies, scientific principles and artistic disciplines to produce innovative works that bridge the gap between art and science,” she said. “The Viz Fall Show serves as the perfect showcase of those efforts.”
Viz Fall Show Schedule
Tuesday, Dec. 3
3-5 p.m.: Student Research Symposium in Langford C 414
3-6 p.m.: Interactive XR/Igloo Demo Day in VIRL (Langford C 206A and B) and Igloo Studio (Langford C 400A)
5-6 p.m.: Exhibit and pizza, Langford B and C
6-7 p.m.: Screening at Geren Auditorium, Langford B
