The title “Rumination & Rebirth” reflects the deep thought behind the work of five Seton Hill University senior students, showing through March 28 in the Harlan Gallery of the university’s art center in downtown Greensburg.
Also showing in an adjacent gallery is “Souvenirs,” a solo capstone show for bachelor of fine arts candidate Kelsey “Lem” Smith.
The artists were available to talk about their work during a March 16 afternoon reception.
Linocut prints by Kenzi Rae Crabtree incorporate images of animals and their habitats with those of life and death to comment on human impacts on the ecosystem.
Through work in various mediums, including pottery, Caitlyn Painter uses art as activism to process current events, both negative and positive.
Painting in oils, Lee Stepinsky wrestles with emotions, ideas and experiences, melding pain and humor.
Emma Vance sees her art as an escape from the from the stresses and confusion of the surrounding world, imbuing her pieces with deep and hidden meanings.
Vivid paintings by Mia Walker depict people, places and experiences in her life, and also contain tiny devil-like creatures that represent impulsive or intrusive thoughts.
Pati Beachley, professor of art and chair of the art and design department, praised the students’ creativity and variety of their work.
Also attending were art faculty members Brian Ferrell and Chad Sherman.
Seen in the gallery: Cam Zedek, Dan Painter, Jess Weaver, Mya Perkins, Jonna Miller, Phil and Mary Ellen Raneri, Rylee Gatto, Margo McClure, Robert Crabtree, Michelle Bianco, Susan Diehl, Bruce and Kim Palmiscno and Kim, Joe, Cody and Hannah Stepinsky.
