William Johnston Building Gallery
About WJB Gallery
The WJB Gallery is a student-forward space that hosts exhibitions of student artwork and student-led curatorial projects. Prominently located in the William Johnston Building (WJB), this 1100-square-foot exhibition space connects exemplary creative endeavors with visitors of one of the busiest places on campus. The 24 x 46-foot glass-walled gallery stretches the length of the central five-story atrium in the building, providing rich natural lighting and secure but vivid public exposure for exhibitions.
The WJB Gallery is a collaboration of the departments of the College of Fine Arts: Art, Art Education, Art History, Interior Architecture & Design, Dance, Theatre, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
Exhibitions
On View
Echoes of the Earth
The artworks presented reflect the individual voices of nine artists using ceramics as a medium. On view are sculptural objects that resonate with ideas of grief and rebirth. Included in the show are several series of vessels conceptually expressing varying points of view, plates illustrated with monsters, and an installation of urban decay. All are explored and echoed through clay as an earth-based material. Faculty Advisor: Professor Holly Hanessian.
Upcoming
EGD
The exhibit will focus on Experiential Graphic Design. This will include works regarding branding, wayfinding, and various graphic design strategies.
Past
Alexander Stolin: Depicting a Dialogue
Guidelines and Resources
Faculty, staff, and students of the College of Fine Arts are invited to submit exhibition proposals for review by the WJB Gallery Committee. Students submitting proposals must collaborate with a supervising faculty or staff member who agrees to oversee and assist throughout the process. Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult their department representative on the committee for guidance while planning their exhibition. The WJB Gallery Committee is responsible for reviewing and approving proposals, scheduling exhibitions, providing a modest budget for supplemental equipment or materials, and supervising a team who can assist with installation, marketing, and other support tasks.
For more information about the WJB Gallery, including its layout, explore the blueprint and 3-D model.
Now accepting proposals for Summer and Fall 2025 exhibitions!
Submission Deadline: January 10, 2025
