Diederich Art Gallery 2024-2025 Past Exhibit

The MSUM Diederich Art gallery exhibits for the past academic year 2024-2025.

McKnight Artists Exhibition

The Norther Clay Center’s (NCC) annual McKnight Artists exhibition provides the unique opportunity to view works by the 2023 recipients of the McKnight Fellowship for Ceramic Artists, Chotsani Elaine Dean (Minneapolis, MN) and Anna Metcalfe (Minneapolis, MN). This exhibition is supported by the McKnight Foundation and showcases the success of each artist’s fellowship or residency. The work is on loan and available for purchase from Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Faculty Exhibition

Featuring the artworks of faculty from MSUM’s School of Art (SoA). This exhibition showcases works by Zhimin Guan, Chris Walla, Laura Youngbird, Jim Park, Carlos Pacheco, Brad Bachmeier, Wil Shynkaruk, Noni Brynjolson, Megan Johnson, and Ben Rheault. The exhibition features a range of media, including painting, drawing, photography, video, ceramics and sculpture.

September 23-October 27
Thursday, October 3: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks at 5:00 pm)

Art Gallery Dedication Ceremony

September 23-October 27
Thursday, October 3: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks at 5:00 pm)

MSUM Art Alumni: From the Collections of the Rourke Art Gallery

Featuring the artworks of MSUM Alumni from the Rourke Art Gallery collection. Located in Moorhead, MN, The Rourke Art Museum educates and inspires the community through collecting, presenting and preserving the region's and the world's artistic heritage. Its programs for all ages focus on creativity, understanding, and a deep respect for all cultural and artistic traditions. Featured artists: Matthew Holz, Deborah Gerling, Jessica Matson-Fluto, Joel Hegerle, Catherine Mulligan, Brad Bachmeier, Aaron Holz, Guy Nelson, Jon Offutt, Jonathan Twingley, Keri Pickett, Ben Rheault, Doug Salveson, Robb Siverson, Nate Stottrup, Richard Gruchalla, Carin Rosetti, Bernel Bayliss, Gregory Montreuil, Sherry Lee Short, and Steve Nowatzki

September 23-October 27
Thursday, October 3: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks at 5:00 pm)

Art Studio Crawl

October 5 & 6
No reception

Graphic & Interactive Design (GID) and School of Art (SoA) BFA Exhibition

An exhibition showcasing works by graduating Fine Arts and Design students receiving Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees. The exhibition features a range of media including painting, drawing and illustration, printmaking, graphic design, photography, ceramics and sculpture. The BFA Exhibition brings together the creative and critical fine art practice of School of Art students in one culminating showcase. Featured artists: Dayna Jenny, Rebecca Koerner, Kate Leom, Annabelle Matthews, Ava Mortenson, Charlee Ugstad, Lucas Vosberg, Dennis Williams, Jordyn Zavesky

November 18-December 19
Thursday, November 21: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks at 5:00 pm)
Fall 2024 BFA Exhibition Catalog [PDF]

Art-A-Fair Exhibition

The MSUM School of Art hosts the annual High School Arts Exhibition, Art-A-Fair 12. More than 25 regional high schools from three states will send student works of art to the two-week exhibition in the Center for the Arts Gallery.

January 15-February 7
Workshop Day: Friday, February 7

Student Juried Exhibition

The School of Art’s annual exhibition showcasing artwork by MSUM students. This year, the exhibition will be juried by MSUM alumni Jeffrey Zachmann, a kinetic sculptor based in Fergus Falls, MN.

February 13-March 26
Thursday, February 27: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks at 5:00 pm)

PLACE - Arts in the Community Spring Showcase

March 7-April 7
Wednesday, March 19: Reception 5:00-7:00 pm
MSUM Art Annex, Roland Dille Center for the Arts

Spring BFA Exhibition - School of Art & School of Media Arts, Design & Entertainment

An exhibition showcasing works by graduating Fine Arts and Design students receiving Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees. The exhibition features a range of media including painting, drawing and illustration, printmaking, graphic design, photography, ceramics and sculpture. The BFA Exhibition brings together the creative and critical fine art practice of School of Art students in one culminating showcase. Featured artists: Jo Krull, Katie Musquiz, Ellie Terhaar, Alex Ogniewski, Tom Sather, Michaela Knutson, Samantha Jacobson, McKynzie Meyer, Kalley Tutt, Miranda Zeien, Emma Cullet, Nicole Donley, Kacie Murphy, Kylie Pontes, and Lauryn Wurscher

March 31-May 16
Thursday, April 3: Reception 4:30-7:00 pm (artist remarks begin at 5:00 pm)
Spring 2025 BFA Exhibition Catalog [PDF]