The Department of Art at Lone Star College-University Park offers a range of beginning and intermediate art courses, including Art Appreciation, Art History, Design, Drawing, Painting, and Digital Design.
Students can take art courses to be applied toward the AA in Fine Arts, to fulfill core requirements, as electives, or as Continuing Education. Courses are open to both majors and non-majors and are typically transferrable to four-year institutions.
Small classes ensure individual attention from highly qualified faculty members who are accomplished professionals in their fields.
Studio art students have the opportunity to display their artwork in juried or invitational art shows and in LSC-University Park’s Uproar Magazine each year.
Merging Visions Art Exhibit
Tuesday, December 19 - Thursday, February 22 | B12.1 Art Gallery
An art exhibit featuring the work of LSC-University Park professors Greg Oaks and Amy Young.
Artist Talk: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 12 - 1 p.m. | B12.116
Art Faculty Showcase
Tuesday, January 16 - Friday, February 16 | VPA Center Art Gallery
The Lone Star College-University Park Art Department presents Art Faculty Showcase feature artworks by our art department faculty.
Taylord: Anemoia Solo Exhibition
Monday, February 26 - Friday, April 12 | VPA Art Gallery
Lone Star College's very own alumni, Taylor Barnes, shares her dynamic passion for the world of spray paint through her colossal canvases.
Artist Talk: Monday, February 26, 2024 | 1 - 3 p.m. | VPA Art Gallery
Intimations
Wednesday, February 28 - Wednesday, March 27 | B12.1 Art Gallery
A group exhibition of abstract expressions.
Stanley Bermudez: Made in China/Made in the USA
Monday, April 29 - Wednesday, May 15 | B12.1 Art Gallery
The Lone Star College - University Park Art Department presents Stanley Bermudez: Made in China/Made in the USA.
Artist Meet & Greet and Reception: Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 1 - 2 p.m. | B12.116
Magda Knop - Beyond Horizons: Abstract Journeys in Nature
Thursday, May 9 - Friday, August 7 | B12.1 Art Gallery
The Lone Star College – University Park Art Department presents Magda Knop, Beyond Horizons: Abstract Journeys in Nature. Using an earthy palette, fluid brush strokes, and dynamic compositions, Magda aims to evoke a sense of wonder and connection to nature.
Opening Reception & Artist Talk: Thursday, May 9, 2024 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Treasured
Wednesday, May 22 - Thursday, August 8 | B12.1 Art Gallery
The Lone Star College-University Park Art Department presents Treasured, an exhibition of gifted student artworks.
Art Scholarships
The LSC-University Park Department of Art awards art scholarships for both Studio Art and one for Art History. The deadline for fall scholarships is May 1st annually; the deadline for spring scholarships is December 1st annually.
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For further details about the LSC-University Park Art Department, please contact:
Frank Rodriguez
Acting Dean of Instruction
281.290.3770
Office: B12.115B
Aaron Alon, D.M.A.
Department Chair
281.290.5009
Office: B12.110
Amy Sluis, Ed.D.
Department Lead
Professor of Art History
281.290.5047
Office: B13.868
Kari Breitigam, M.F.A.
Professor of Art
281.290.2642
Office: B12.109
Chris Thompson, M.F.A.
Associate Professor of Art
281.290.3610
Office: B12.108